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  • Our Recommended System Solutions

    To address different project needs, we offer integrated artificial football turf systems with flexible configurations:

    Standard System (Without Shock Pad)

    This system is ideal for budget-sensitive projects or fields with low usage frequency. Performance is primarily achieved through optimized infill design, making it suitable for basic applications.

    Advanced System (With Shock Pad)

    Designed for a balance between cost and performance, this system incorporates either prefabricated or in-situ shock pad solutions. It provides improved safety, comfort, and long-term consistency.

    Professional FIFA-Grade System

    This high-performance system includes a premium shock pad layer engineered for elite-level play. It delivers maximum durability, stability, and compliance with top-tier standards.

    Eco-Friendly System

    For sustainable projects, this system uses recycled or environmentally friendly shock pad materials. It reduces environmental impact while maintaining strong performance characteristics.

    One-Stop Service (3P Model)

    We provide a complete project solution covering every stage:

    Pre-sales: Design consultation and system selection

    In-process: Manufacturing and quality control

    Post-sales: Installation guidance and maintenance support

    Do You Need a Shock Pad?

    A shock pad is not just an optional layer—it is a performance and safety upgrade that enhances the entire football turf system.

    For basic, low-use fields, it may be optional

    For professional or high-frequency use, it is increasingly essential

    As artificial football fields evolve toward system-based engineering, shock pads are becoming a key component in delivering consistent performance, improved player safety, and long-term value.

  • When Do You Really Need a Shock Pad?

    Not every artificial football field project strictly requires a shock pad. However, depending on performance requirements, usage intensity, and budget considerations, it is often a highly recommended—or even essential—component.

    Artificial football field project where shock pad may be recommended based on usage needs

    Ideal Use Cases

    Professional & Competition Fields

    Shock pads are critical in professional or competition-level fields where high-performance standards must be consistently achieved. They help ensure uniform playing conditions while supporting compliance with safety and certification requirements.

    High-Usage Facilities

    For schools, academies, and training centers with intensive daily use, shock pads significantly improve durability and performance stability. They help the field maintain consistent characteristics despite heavy wear over time.

    Multi-Sport Fields

    In multi-purpose fields used for football, rugby, and other sports, a shock pad enhances versatility by providing better shock absorption across different movement patterns and impact types.

    Regions with Hard Sub-Bases

    When the field is constructed on rigid foundations such as concrete or asphalt, a shock pad becomes especially important. It compensates for the lack of natural elasticity, creating a safer and more comfortable playing surface.

    Long-Term Investment Projects

    For projects focused on lifecycle value, shock pads help reduce maintenance frequency, extend system lifespan, and improve overall return on investment.

  • Technical Principles Behind Shock Pads

    From an engineering perspective, a shock pad fundamentally alters how forces are transmitted, absorbed, and redistributed within the artificial turf system. Rather than allowing impact loads to pass directly to the rigid base, it introduces a controlled elastic layer that optimizes both safety and performance.

    1. Impact Attenuation

    When a player runs, jumps, or falls, the surface is subjected to dynamic impact forces. The shock pad absorbs a portion of this kinetic energy, effectively reducing the peak force transmitted to the body. This helps lower stress on joints, ligaments, and muscles and is particularly important for minimizing acute and repetitive impact injuries.

    2. Energy Return (Elasticity)

    A high-quality shock pad is engineered to provide not only energy absorption but also controlled energy return. By releasing part of the stored energy back to the athlete, it supports more natural movement patterns, improves responsiveness underfoot, and helps reduce player fatigue during extended play.

    3. Load Distribution

    The shock pad acts as a load-spreading layer, dispersing localized point loads over a broader surface area. This reduces stress concentration on both the base structure and the turf fibers, contributing to improved structural integrity and more uniform surface behavior.

    4. Long-Term Performance Stability

    Unlike infill-dependent systems, where performance can fluctuate due to infill migration or compaction, a shock pad provides a stable and independent source of shock absorption. This ensures that key performance parameters remain consistent over time, even under heavy usage conditions.

    These combined mechanisms enable the turf system to meet stringent performance criteria, making shock pads a critical component in achieving reliable, long-term compliance with professional football turf standards.

  • Prefabricated shock pad panels used in artificial football turf systems for impact absorption

    Depending on the project requirements and construction method, shock pads can be manufactured in different forms:

    Prefabricated foam panels – Typically made from materials such as XPE or EPP, these panels are factory-produced with controlled density and thickness, ensuring uniform performance across the entire field.

    In-situ rubber systems – Installed directly on-site by mixing rubber granules with a specialized binder (such as polyurethane resin), then paving and curing the material to form a seamless elastic layer.

    Recycled rubber or eco-friendly composite materials—Increasingly used in sustainable sports construction, these shock pads incorporate recycled tire rubber or bio-based materials, helping reduce environmental impact while maintaining performance standards.

    Functionally, the shock pad acts as a mechanical buffer and energy management layer within the turf system. When players run, jump, or fall, the surface is subjected to dynamic loads. The shock pad works to:

    Absorb impact forces, reducing stress on joints and lowering injury risk

    Provide controlled energy restitution, ensuring the surface feels responsive rather than overly soft

    Stabilize performance over time, maintaining consistent shock absorption even as infill materials compact or shift

    Improve surface uniformity, eliminating hard spots and enhancing overall playability

    In essence, while often hidden beneath the turf, the shock pad plays a decisive role in transforming an artificial field from a basic surface into a high-performance sports system.

  • The Growing Use of Artificial Grass in Landscaping

    Artificial grass is no longer limited to sports fields—it has become a widely adopted solution in modern landscape design. From residential gardens and commercial plazas to rooftop terraces and public spaces, artificial turf is now used across a broad range of applications.

    This growth is largely driven by increasing demand for low-maintenance, water-efficient landscaping solutions. Compared to natural grass, artificial turf offers a consistently green appearance throughout the year without the need for mowing, watering, or fertilizing. It is especially beneficial in regions with water restrictions or high maintenance costs.

    At the same time, continuous improvements in turf technology have made artificial grass more realistic in both appearance and texture. As a result, it is increasingly favored not only for functional use but also for enhancing the visual appeal of landscape projects.

    Different Applications Require Different Specifications

    Not all artificial grass products are designed for the same purpose. Selecting the right turf requires a clear understanding of how the space will be used, as different applications place very different demands on performance, durability, and appearance.

    For example, residential lawns and decorative landscapes typically prioritize a natural look, soft touch, and comfort underfoot. In contrast, commercial areas, playgrounds, and public spaces require higher durability, better wear resistance, and stronger structural stability to withstand heavy foot traffic. Rooftop installations may also require lightweight systems and enhanced drainage performance.

  • Building on this foundation, CGT provides clients with a fully integrated football turf system solution

    By achieving consistent results across two high-level projects simultaneously, CGT demonstrates its ability to scale next-generation standards into real-world applications—ensuring not only compliance but also reliability, repeatability, and long-term performance at the highest professional level.

    Building on this foundation, CGT provides clients with a fully integrated football turf system solution, designed to simplify project delivery while maximizing performance outcomes. This includes:

    -End-to-end system design aligned with FIFA standards and local project requirements

    -Vertically integrated manufacturing ensures quality control and product consistency

    -Global project delivery supported by experienced installation teams

    -Full certification support for FIFA Quality and FIFA Quality Pro pathways

    Through this structured and scalable approach, CGT enables clients to move from concept to certified pitch with greater efficiency, reduced risk, and assured performance—setting a new benchmark for elite football infrastructure worldwide.

  • Advancing the TM-Football-Turf-2024 Standard into Real-World Application

    The TM-Football-Turf-2024 standard represents the latest evolution of FIFA’s football turf certification system, introducing more stringent requirements across performance, durability, and environmental sustainability. Unlike previous frameworks, the new standard emphasizes full-system validation, ensuring that every component—from turf fiber to base construction—functions as an integrated system.

    By successfully implementing this standard in real-world projects, CGT has demonstrated a comprehensive technical capability spanning:

    -Accurate interpretation of FIFA testing protocols

    -Advanced system design tailored to site conditions

    -Precision manufacturing aligned with performance benchmarks

    -High-quality on-site installation ensures system integrity

    As an early adopter, CGT is among the first in the industry to translate the TM2024 standard from theory into large-scale, certified applications—bridging the gap between evolving regulations and practical execution.

    Delivering Full-System Solutions for Elite Football Projects Worldwide

    The successful delivery and dual FIFA Quality Pro certification of these two pitches in Spain marks more than just project completion—it represents a transition from single-project execution to standardized, replicable delivery of top-tier football turf systems under the TM-Football-Turf-2024 framework.

  • A Landmark Milestone for Artificial Football Turf Systems

    CGT has reached a major milestone in Spain with the successful delivery and FIFA Quality Pro certification of two professional football pitches under the latest TM-Football-Turf-2024 standard. This achievement places CGT among the first manufacturers globally to complete and certify two top-tier pitches under the new framework.

    Campo de Fútbol Municipal Dolores de Pacheco (New!)

    This dual certification represents a significant advancement in the implementation of next-generation football turf systems.

    Designed and constructed to meet the highest professional standards, both pitches are engineered for intensive use, supporting professional training and competitive matches.

    The successful completion and simultaneous certification of these two projects not only highlight their individual quality but also demonstrate CGT’s ability to deliver consistent, high-performance football turf systems across multiple sites within the same certification cycle.

  • Why Choose Our Integrated Sports System Solutions?

    We deliver more than individual components—we provide fully engineered football turf systems designed to meet FIFA performance standards.

    Full-System Integration

    We design and coordinate the entire system—including turf, infill, shockpad, and base structure—to work as a unified solution. Each configuration is engineered to meet FIFA testing requirements under real installation conditions, ensuring consistent on-field performance.

    Performance-Driven Customization

    Every project is developed based on its intended certification level and usage profile. Instead of standard configurations, we tailor key system parameters—such as fiber specification, pile structure, and shock absorption layers—to achieve the required balance between durability, playability, and cost.

    Proven Ability Under the Latest FIFA Standards

    Our capabilities are validated through real-world delivery. In Spain, we successfully completed and achieved FIFA Quality Pro certification for two professional football pitches under the latest TM-Football-Turf-2024 standard—placing us among the early adopters globally to deliver multiple certified fields under this new framework.

    This demonstrates our ability to execute full-system solutions that meet increasingly stringent requirements for performance, durability, and system integration.

    Global Project Expertise

    With projects across the world, we understand how to adapt system design to different climates, drainage conditions, and construction standards—ensuring reliable performance across diverse environments.

  • Technical Testing: How the Systems Differ

    To earn these marks, a system must pass rigorous laboratory and field tests, following standardized FIFA testing procedures that simulate real match conditions and on-field performance.

    The requirements for FIFA Quality Pro are significantly more stringent, aiming to replicate the feel and performance of elite natural grass surfaces.

    FIFA Quality football turf system field testing showing ball roll performance measurement

    Ball Rebound & Roll: FIFA Quality Pro requires a more consistent ball response. For instance, the vertical ball rebound must stay within 0.6m – 0.85m, whereas FIFA Quality allows up to 1.0m. Ball roll distance is also more tightly controlled under FIFA Quality Pro to ensure consistent ball speed across the surface.

    Shock Absorption: All certification levels require defined ranges of shock absorption, but FIFA Quality Pro systems must maintain this performance consistently even after extended simulated wear.

    Skin Friction & Abrasion: Stricter limits are applied at the Pro level to control skin friction and abrasion, improving player-surface interaction during sliding movements.

    Selection Guide: Which System Fits Your Project?

    Choosing the right system depends on your project objectives, usage profile, and budget allocation—not just the certification level.

    Option A: Schools & Community Projects → FIFA Basic

    Goal: Safe, cost-effective solution for multi-purpose use

    Why:

    School and community pitches typically experience continuous, non-specialized use with limited maintenance resources. FIFA Basic systems are engineered to provide reliable safety and functional performance under general foot traffic, while keeping initial investment under control. They prioritize durability, accessibility, and ease of maintenance over advanced playing characteristics, making them a practical solution for projects where budget efficiency and broad usability are the primary concerns.

    Option B: Amateur Clubs & Training Centers → FIFA Quality

    Goal: Consistent performance for training and semi-competitive matches

    Why:

    Training environments require a higher level of surface consistency, ball behavior, and player comfort compared to community fields. FIFA Quality systems are designed to meet these demands by delivering more controlled and predictable performance while still maintaining strong durability under frequent use. This makes them particularly suitable for academies, clubs, and commercial sports facilities, where the pitch must support intensive training schedules without the cost and operational requirements associated with top-tier professional standards.

    Option C: Professional Stadiums → FIFA Quality Pro

    Goal: Elite performance for top-tier leagues.

    Why:

    FIFA Quality Pro systems are built to satisfy the most stringent performance criteria within the FIFA framework, ensuring optimal ball-surface interaction, surface uniformity, and player response. These systems are typically specified for professional stadiums and top-level matches, where performance consistency is critical. To maintain these high standards over time, they require a well-managed usage schedule and a consistent maintenance regime, making them best suited for controlled environments rather than unrestricted public access.

    Frequency of Use:

    High usage (e.g., 8–12 hours per day) demands a more durable and stable system design, but it does not necessarily require FIFA Quality Pro certification. For most intensive training environments, FIFA Quality provides the optimal balance between durability and cost-efficiency.

    Budget vs. Performance:

    FIFA Quality Pro systems are engineered to meet the most stringent performance standards for professional matches. This often involves more advanced system configurations, which typically result in higher initial investment compared to FIFA Quality systems.