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Greenhorizons Sod Farms applied an innovative turf solution for the Toronto Football Club (TFC) at Downsview Park, helping determine and install the best turf option for three new soccer fields at TFC's new training centre.
Professional Turf Management
Greenhorizons Sod Farms was approached by the design team for the Toronto FC to help determine the best turf option for three new soccer fields being constructed at TFC's new training centre at Downsview Park.
Due to the accelerated construction schedule, Greenhorizons' Soilless GHG Ultimate Sport Turf System ™, including ProXstablishment, Greenhorizons' Professional Turf Management Program, was chosen to get the new fields established quickly and reliably.
The Foundation of Performance
A look at how Greenhorizons tested, watered, and installed three new training fields for Toronto FC, built for durability on an accelerated schedule.
Getting There
Nearing the final stages of the project. Some big rolls staging and core collection.
Soil Testing for Compaction
We have a number of specialty monitoring equipment such as the Clegg Soil Impact Tester.
More Testing
It's essential to test the entire field to ensure that the soil is ideal for the turfgrass to thrive.
Water, Water, Water...
The most important part of the install — the first water within 15 minutes of the sod being laid.
Approach, challenges & results.
Installation
Greenhorizons helped determine the best turf option for three new soccer fields at TFC's training centre. The Soilless GHG Ultimate Sport Turf System ™, with ProXstablishment, was installed to meet the demands of an accelerated construction schedule.
Challenges
Prior to sod installation, the team from Greenhorizons performed an irrigation system audit and determined the system, as designed, would not have sufficient water volume to establish the new sod. A temporary pump was installed to supplement the irrigation system during sod establishment.
Results
The three new soccer fields have been very well received by the players, coaches and maintenance staff. The fields have been playable very early in the season and have remained durable all season long.
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