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Why is Artificial Grass Backing and Tuft-Bind Important?

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ArmorLoc™ 3L Description

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The goal when manufacturing artificial grass is to have a strong tuft bind. Unfortunately, coating over the stitch rows is not going to give you that. This is a practice of many of our competitors. It is likely to rub off during installation and break the tuft bind. To have a high-quality turf product, you will want to purchase products that include the AGL ArmorLock™ Technology.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1530468211788{background-color: #cccccc !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]

SilverBack™ Description

SilverBack™ is a specialized urethane glue with less air volume and fillers than other glues. It plays a key role in the success of good tuft bind. It penetrates between all grass blades while absorbing them into the backing. Your standard urethane glue will just coat the backing with weak penetration. AGL’s SilverBack™ Technology application allows for more thorough coverage and support of the blades.

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ProFlow™ Description

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New Non-Perforated Backing

AGL is proud to introduce a new, non-perforarted backing that will drastically affect the drainage efficiency of our turf. Our artificial grass is made with polyethylene yarn, which does not hold moisture the way that nylon fibers do. With the new patent-pending ProFlow™ backing that increases the drainage rate by approximately 400% and our moisture resistant fibers, the turf will be cleaner, drier, and free from any unpleasant pet odors.

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Designed to Last a Lifetime

This patent-pending backing was designed and created to last the lifetime of the turf and eliminate the drainage problems commonly seen over time as particles clog the perforations. Finally, you will have a percolation rate that stays consistent throughout the life of the turf system.

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How it Drains Without Perforations

The ProFlow™ backing is comprised of four different layers: two heavy gauge woven layers, one five pick layer and then a final coating of a high-viscosity polyurethane compound. Before this compound is applied to the turf, it is injected with air. These air bubbles create passages that allow for free flow drainage.

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