Artificial grass was developed in the 1960s as a substitute for natural grass, which is difficult and expensive to maintain and hard to grow in some conditions. The first artificial turf, called "chemgrass", was installed in 1966. Artificial grass is made through a process of selecting yarns, weaving them through a loom, and attaching them to a backing material. It must pass extensive FIFA tests before use and can be installed using various methods. It requires less maintenance than natural grass and provides benefits like withstanding heavy use, saving water, and being suitable for urban spaces. However, it can cause abrasions, get hot in the sun, and has some durability issues. New innovations aim to address these

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3. Introduction Grass is difficult and expensive to maintain. Grass is hard to grow in some circumstances. Grass gets worn out rapidly if used frequently.

4. Artificial Grass Ford foundation asks science fraternity to develop synthetic playing surfaces in early 1960s. First artificial grass ‘chemgrass’ launched in 1964. First batch of ‘chemgrass’ installed at astrodome in 1966.

5. Yarn manufacturing

6. Turf manufacturing Yarns are selected and spools are set up on the looming equipment. Primary and secondary backing materials are loaded per specification. The loom is set for specified stitch count, tuft gauge and calibrated. Backing materials meet inside the loom and flow over several rollers which hold them tightly together.

7. Testing FIFA TESTS Player / Surface Interaction Tests Ball / Surface Interaction Tests Vertical Deformation Slip Resistance Scale Slip Resistance Deceleration Ball roll Friction change Shock absorbency Tuft bind Backing strength UV protection All weather playability Low gloss

8. Installation Using stone and sand Using sand only Temporary

9. Maintenance & Care Avoid spillages of any petroleum based products on the turf. Maintain longevity, aesthetics, performance Equipments such as drag brushes, hard road-sweeping brushes, high pressure cleaner etc.

10. Benefits Substitute to natural grass in harsh environment. Can withstand more use. Low maintenance Suitable for urban spaces Save water and money Environment friendly

13. New innovations AstroShield – inhibits the growth of odor causing bacteria, mould and mildew fungi. AstroPrint-cost-effective alternative to inlaid logos AlphaSan Antimicrobial Technology -antimicrobial synthetic turf playing surfaces

14. Conclusion

15. References http://www.leisure-lawn.com/ http://www.aturf.eu/ http://www.asgi.us/ Maintenance of an artificial turf field,FIFA http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:Cite&page=Artificial_turf&id=337146866

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