Entries by Jacob Fields

A Groundbreaking Pivot: TenCate Launches First Artificial Turf that Truly Replicates Grass Field

DAYTON, Tenn., February 11, 2025 — TenCate, the world’s leading manufacturer, distributor and installer of synthetic turf for sports and outdoor living applications, today announced the official launch of the world’s first turf that requires no performance infill, is able to be recycled and is biomechanically engineered to replicate the feel and playability of grass […]

The Facts on Turf

 Polypropylene Used in items like shin guards, face masks, yoga pants and safety vests Polyethylene Used in water bottles and coolers Polyester Used in clothing like kids’ jerseys and uniforms Polyurethane Used in most athletic shoes and soccer balls The basics: what you and your lawmakers need to know Turf is a solution for […]

Exploring the Future of Artificial Turf

Q: Colin, you’ve been a key figure in the development of Pivot. What was the inspiration behind it? When we started ideating on Pivot, we had a goal to replicate the best quality stadium grass. We didn’t want to follow a simple evolving process involving slight, incremental improvements. We wanted to pursue something transformational. And […]

Jessica Flagg Joins TenCate Americas as Vice President of Corporate Communication

“We are thrilled to add someone with Jessica’s vast communication and leadership experience to our team,” said Joe Fields, President and CEO for TenCate Americas. “Her proven track record of leading both U.S. and global teams in sustainability communications will be invaluable as we continue to expand our sustainability initiatives and achieve our vision of […]

Rethinking Natural Grass for Sports & Leisure

For some, there is nothing more inviting than lush, natural grass. It’s a great surface for playing outdoor sports or simply sitting around and enjoying a picnic. But what we don’t necessarily see is all the work and resources that go into keeping that healthy, green look and feel. It takes a variety of extreme […]