This is dependent on the size field, turf system and extra items required on the project.

The warranties applicable are: Hockey – 8 yrs Football – 7 yrs Five-a-side – 5 yrs With consistent maintenance to this fields, this can be extended.

A full field will take 4 to 5 months, weather dependent.

The base / e-layer will be inspected for level corrections and the turf installed thereafter. It must be noted that various systems and sports codes have different subbase layers.A Belgotex Sport Rep will assist you with the process.

Hockey requires a compacted stone/sand grade crusher, an asphalt layer and a shock pad. Football fields can be installed on a compacted stone/sand grad crusher and a shock pad can be added for a higher level of performance.

The Belgotex Multi-Oval product can accommodate Tennis, Netball, Hockey, Cricket and Futsal.Most turfs are multi-functional and but may be limited to certain sport codes.

Hockey – 91.4m x 55m Football – 105m x 68m, however there are various lengths for fields 90 to 120m and width 45m to 90m This the field of play only and excludes run-offs.

A Water based surface for Hockey is considered for elite play as the Hockey ball travels faster across this surface and pace of the game is faster.

Routine weekly and monthly checklist provided for the facilities staff and a yearly maintenance run with specialised equipment. Maintenance is minimal when compared to natural grass facilities.

Yes, the turf and facility is designed to drain correctly, so there is no puddling. The products can be utilised wet or dry. Water Based systems are best utilized wet for optimal performance.

The product is a type of polyethylene or polypropylene based product and can get hot, however it is safe. The products can be sprayed with water to reduce the temperature of the surface.

There is a potential for friction burns to occur as they do on grass. Our hockey and soccer fields are designed to assist with Impact Protection Index as they are sand and rubber filled systems and also contain shockpads.

No, in fact it will make the playing surface more reliable and consistent.

This is shredded tyre rubber which is used as a performance infill for Football, Rugby and Multisport fields. It is part of the turf system design, which assists with a consistent ball bounce and protection of players joints and body when falling.

No turf fields do not need to be watered unless it is a Hockey water based system, then watering occurs before and during play. Watering the field can also assist lowering the temperature of the field surfa

  • Water saving
  • Reliable and consistent ball bounce
  • Offers a safe surface to play Hockey and Rugby on
  • Increase in level of skill, player and team performance
  • No insecticides or pesticides.
  • Product does not require mowing or cutting

UV stabilisers made for harsher Southern African conditions. Yarn is supplied by world leaders Greenfields, based in the Netherlands. The rolls are locally manufactured in our factory based in Pietermaritzburg. FIH, FIFA and WR certified suppliers of these Sports systems.

We have facilities nationwide constructed and installed in Schools, Universities, Clubs and Municipal facilities. Some of our most recent are: PUKKE Hockey stadium, Rivonia Primary multi court, Cliffview Indoor centre, …

Hockey and Tennis on our low pile products. Football and Rugby on our long pile products.

This is called the pile height and we ideally use a 40mm product for Five-a-side football and a 60mm product for an Elite Football surface.

Yes, if the players use non studded shoes or Futsal boots.

Yes, this is possible as long as you have a suitable flat surface. Reuse after this can be difficult as the removal of the seaming tape and glue from the joined rolls can be difficult.

Cost – depends on size and location of facility.

The field needs to be built by a reliable and capable contractor, with turf that is FIFA or FIH preferred and needs to undergo testing from a registered affiliate of FIFA and FIH.

Majority of the lines can tufted into the turf when being manufactured, however the circles and some of the box lines and markings need to be cut in and glued on-site.

Yes, you may however this also fades as it does on grass fields.

This layers will need be inspected for levels, tolerances and wear and tear, but generally the base can last longer than one field replacement. This is dependant on the contractors who built the initial layers.

There is no FiFA certified 5-a-side but there are recommended dimensions of 36.5m x 27m.There are no FIFA certified 5-a-side fields and we can manufacture to your specific dimension requirements. Most fields range between the tennis court size of 17m x 34m, 18m x 36m and some 20m x 40m.