Football turf is the best alternative to natural grass because of its benefits such as resistance to various weather conditions and ability to withstand more intense use. At its Annual General Meeting in February 2004, the International Football Association Board (IFAB) decided to approve artificial turf surfaces for international competition matches if they met the FIFA Quality Concept for Football Turf standards.
Does FIFA approve artificial grass in professional fields?
The quality can vary among different artificial grass systems. Therefore, FIFA developed standards considering players’ needs.
Artificial grass and infill materials like SBR granules and silica sand constitute 3G technology. Some systems also include sock absorbing units like shock pads.
There are two major FIFA standards. “FIFA QUALITY” is for recreational, community, and amateur football fields. This standard suits 40-60 weekly playing hours. Second, “FIFA QUALITY PRO” meets professional safety and performance standards for 20 hours of play per week.
ILKESPORT can provide both FIFA QUALITY and FIFA QUALITY PRO standard football turf. Please get in touch with us for more information.
What is FIFA licensed and FIFA preferred artificial grass manufacturer?
FIFA licensed manufacturers who met FIFA quality program criteria. FIFA announced “FIFA Preferred Manufacturers” in 2009 to produce and install artificial grass.
All turf manufacturers who meet International Match Standards can match FIFA Quality standards.
ILKESPORT can provide FIFA Quality standard artificial grass. We can test our grass in approved labs if needed. Please contact us if you require any additional information.
What are the requirements for FIFA artificial grass standards?
There are 26 different test which are determined by FIFA. These tests are
- Ball rebound
- Angle Ball Rebound
- Ball Roll
- Shock Absorption
- Vertical Deformation
- Energy of Restitution
- Rotational Resistance
- Light Weight Rotational Resistance
- Skin / Surface Friction and Abrasion
- Artificial Weathering
- Assessment of synthetic infill
- Assessment of surface planarity
- Heat on artificial turf products
- Wear on artificial turf
- The quantity of infill splash
16. Reduced ball roll
17. Measuring free pile height
18. UV stabilizer content in artificial turf yarn
19. Particle size distribution of granulated infill materials
20. Infill depth
21. Differential scanning calorimetry
22. Decitex (Dtex) of yarns
23. Infiltration rate of artificial turf systems
24. Measurement of yarn thickness
25. Tuft withdrawal force
26. Minimising infill migration into the environment
For more information you can check FIFA Handbook of Requirements book.
What are the steps for an artificial turf soccer field to be registered by FIFA?
In order to obtain FIFA certification, there are two primary steps: laboratory and on the field.
4.1. Laboratory tests of the football turf systems:
A FIFA-accredited test institute must test artificial grass before installation. This test handles performance and component tests. Thus, valid FIFA lab test report.
4.2. Field tests of the football turf systems:
According to 2015 Testing Manual, FIFA requires sub-base check before installation. After sub base check installation according to FIFA standards. The final pitch must pass tests to become a FIFA-approved football field.
What is ILKESPORT policy in FIFA synthetic turf registration?
ILKESPORT has a product range that has already been approved by FIFA accredited laboratories. If you need FIFA field accreditation, we can arrange testing. Please contact us early in your field project so we can help.
FIFA Standards in Artificial Grass ground are the types of lawn floor which are required by FIFA. In 2006, these safer and better sports fields became mandatory. Professional sports now use artificial turf. Today, everyone uses synthetic grass, including amateur sports halls.
International FIFA standards require artificial turf pitches to be 45x90m or 90x120m. Fields must test FIFA standards. FIFA-compliant artificial turf has specific dimensions and floors. After passing tests, these floors receive FIFA 1 Star or 2 Star certification. FIFA standards require experienced teams.
FAQ
If you are looking for artificial grass in accordance with FIFA standards, you are at the right address. Because as İlke Sport, we offer you artificial grasses in accordance with FIFA standards.
It is considered appropriate to use grass in accordance with FIFA standards in professional football fields.
The costs of artificial grass produced in accordance with FIFA standards vary compared to others. You can contact İlke Sport for a detailed price information.