Artificial grass

Quality assurance for durable and consistent sports and landscape turf

Precision measurement for sports and landscape turf

In the production of artificial grass, the backing phase is one of the most critical processes. After the fibers are tufted into the backing cloth, a latex or polyurethane coating is applied to the reverse side. This coating is essential: it locks the fibers in place (tuft-lock) and gives the turf its structural integrity and durability. An uneven or incorrect amount of coating can lead to fiber loss, tearing, and a drastically shortened lifespan for the field.

Hammer-IMS provides specialized measurement systems to measure the grammage of this crucial coating layer in-line. Our M-Ray technology is the non-nuclear standard for precise process control in the artificial grass industry.

Optimize your latex consumption with M-Ray

Accurately measuring and controlling the latex coating is the key to both quality and profitability. Too much coating is a waste of expensive material; too little leads to product failure. 

  • Real-Time Measurement: Our M-Ray systems are installed on the coating line to continuously measure the basis weight (grammage) of the latex layer.
  • Process Feedback: The measurement data can be used in a closed-loop feedback to the coating applicator (e.g., a doctor blade) to automatically adjust the process. 
  • Direct Savings: Manufacturers save significantly on expensive latex by running the coating thickness precisely at the lower specification limit, without compromising quality.

Trusted by market leaders: Lano Sports

Leading manufacturers of artificial grass, such as Lano Sports, rely on Hammer-IMS measurement systems to guarantee their quality. By implementing our M-Ray scanners in their production lines, Lano has optimized its process control, resulting in a more consistent end product and better management of material consumption.

This collaboration demonstrates the robustness and reliability of our technology in the demanding environment of artificial grass production.

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