Athletic Field Case Study
Regis University Multi-Purpose Athletics Fields
Motz provided the 100% natural, Safeshell infill for two multi-sports playing fields at Regis University. Regis University is the first University in Colorado to use Safeshell, which makes Regis University’s turf fields one of a kind.
Safeshell is a 100% natural, hypoallergenic infill made from walnut shells and with an inherent cooling technology to keep artificial turf cool even on hot dry days. Safeshell is a game-changer in the turf industry due to it being low-maintenance, long-lasting, and safe for athletes and the environment. Safeshell is biodegradable and has an 8-year warranty providing not only remarkably high-performing sports turf fields for athletes and the environment but also creating a value-driven investment for colleges like Regis University.
Project Details
The Situation
Regis University was looking to update its multi-purpose field. They were looking for infill that would protect the turf field surface and playability. The safety and performance of Regis University’s multi-purpose sports fields were important in the decision-making process.
Safeshell provided a natural, safe, and low-maintenance infill that would keep this multi-purpose field functioning for years to come. A unique feature of this multi-purpose field was a landscape artificial turf was installed between the two fields to serve as a distinction between the fields and play surface. Safeshell was used for this distinctive line of landscape artificial turf.
The Play
This project consisted of two multi-sports playing fields at Regis University.
Site construction started with an excavation of the subbase to prepare for the drainage system. Once the base course was built, a Schmit Pro-Play shock pad was installed and the dual fiber sports turf, by Academy Sports Green Fields, was laid on top.
These two turf fields were joined together. To separate these two multi-sports turf fields, landscape artificial turf was installed between the two fields to serve as a distinction between the play surfaces.
Motz, natural high-performance, low maintenance infill, Safeshell was poured over the turf to keep the turf in place. Safeshell is a 100% natural, hypoallergenic infill made from walnut shells and with an inherent cooling technology to keep artificial turf cool even on hot dry days.
Lastly, the Regis University logo and sporting lines were incorporated into the field.
The Result
Regis University is the first University in Colorado to use Safeshell, which makes Regis University’s turf fields one of a kind. This brown-colored, hypoallergenic infill, made from walnut shells, creates a natural look for Regis University’s new turf field. Not only do these two fields look like natural grass with Safeshelll, but also these playing fields’ surfaces will also stay cool even on hot days due to an inherent cooling technology mimicking natural grass.
Motz’s high-quality infill products are what separates them from other infills in the market. This brown-colored infill creates a natural look for Regis University’s new turf fields. Motz infill product, Safeshell is a 100% natural, hypoallergenic infill made from walnut shells and with an inherent cooling technology to keep artificial turf cool even on hot dry days. Safeshell is a natural high-performance, low-maintenance infill, that is organic, non-toxic, safe, and durable. Regis University chose Safeshell to keep their two synthetic turf fields lasting a long time and their players safe.
Safeshell was recommended by Academy to Regis University. Academy trusted the reputation of the infill and resources in synthetic turf projects. The infill products Motz provides are under warranty, safe, clean, and high-performing and low-maintenance turf infills. Motz’s quality service and high level of support are one of the many reasons construction companies, such as Academy, recommend its infill products.
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