ATLANTA (April 4, 2017) – Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a landmark of Atlanta, Georgia, has officially announced FieldTurf as its exclusive artificial turf provider as the stadium gears up for its grand opening in July. This decision underscores the stadium’s commitment to providing a top-tier playing surface for both the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL) and Atlanta United of Major League Soccer (MLS). FieldTurf, recognized globally as a leader in artificial turf technology and the preferred choice for numerous NFL and MLS teams, will also install its advanced systems at the Atlanta Falcons’ indoor practice facility in Flowery Branch, GA, and at Atlanta United’s new training grounds, the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground.
The selection of FieldTurf ensures that both the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United will benefit from a state-of-the-art playing field for all their home games at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Atlanta United is set to inaugurate the new turf on July 30th when they face Orlando City in a highly anticipated match.
“We are thrilled to officially partner with FieldTurf as the surfacing provider for Mercedes-Benz Stadium,” stated Rich McKay, President of AMB Sports & Entertainment. “Our established 14-year partnership with FieldTurf gave us confidence that they were the clear choice when considering artificial turf options for our cutting-edge facilities.”
Darren Eales, President of Atlanta United, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of player experience and field quality. “Our commitment is to ensure our players compete on the best artificial turf surface available,” Eales commented. “FieldTurf’s reputation for delivering superior quality surfaces, exemplified by Providence Park—home of the Portland Timbers and widely regarded as the premier turf field in MLS—made partnering with them a natural decision.”
The installations across Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the Atlanta training facilities will showcase FieldTurf’s most advanced technologies:
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Revolution 360: The Pinnacle of Artificial Turf Technology: All installations will feature FieldTurf’s Revolution 360 surface, the company’s flagship product. This monofilament fiber represents the latest advancements in artificial turf, quickly becoming the industry benchmark. Revolution 360 is already trusted by numerous elite facilities across North America, including Providence Park and CenturyLink Field, home to the Seattle Seahawks (NFL) and Seattle Sounders (MLS).
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VersaTile Pad System: Superior Performance and Drainage: Mercedes-Benz Stadium and three Atlanta United training fields will incorporate FieldTurf’s VersaTile pad system. This innovative system is engineered to deliver exceptional shock absorption and enhanced player comfort, alongside unmatched drainage capabilities, crucial for maintaining optimal playing conditions regardless of weather.
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CoolPlay Cooling System: Reducing Field Temperature: Recognizing the Atlanta heat, the three Atlanta United training fields are equipped with FieldTurf’s CoolPlay system. Proven to reduce surface temperatures by up to 35 degrees Fahrenheit compared to conventional artificial turf systems, CoolPlay enhances player comfort and safety during intense training sessions and games. This system has already been successfully implemented in over 100 fields nationwide.
Eric Daliere, President of FieldTurf, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are incredibly excited to collaborate with the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United, providing both teams with our most advanced artificial turf technology. FieldTurf is dedicated to leading the industry in player safety and performance, and we are honored that the Falcons and United have chosen FieldTurf to ensure the highest quality and safest playing surface as they embark on this exciting new chapter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for Atlanta sports fans.”
FieldTurf’s Revolution 360 is aptly named for its comprehensive approach to fiber technology, delivering optimal durability, resilience, and a natural feel. It achieved an industry-leading score of 83 on the Fiber Performance Index (FPI) and is the only turf to withstand 150,000 Lisport cycles, the industry standard test for fiber wear. This robust performance underscores why Mercedes-Benz Stadium chose FieldTurf artificial turf for its premier Atlanta location.
For more detailed information on FieldTurf Revolution 360 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the Falcons’ practice facility, please visit: http://www.fieldturf.com/en/products/revolution-360-the-complete-fiber. Further information about FieldTurf can be found at www.fieldturf.com.
