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DESCRIPTION
An independent analysis of a synthetic turf system relative to G-max was requested by the client. The Test was
performed by a Licensed Professional Engineer at the below referenced location with ASTM certified and calibrated
equipment via Triax “A” Missile SN30-9887 1683. The Test Methods are as follows;
Method A - ASTM F 355, Test Method for Shock-Absorbing Properties of Playing Surface Systems and Materials.
ASTM F 1936-10, Standard Specification for Shock-Absorbing Properties of North American Football Field
Playing Systems as Measured on the Field, (G-max)
TEST INFORMATION
Test Date - 6-28-16
Project Name - Gaithersburg High School – Stadium Field Time of Test - 9:25
Site address – 101 Education Blvd., Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Weather - Sunny, 85°F
Test Type - Onsite G-max Test - 10 Locations Installation Date - N/A
Field Type – Football Field (Fieldturf sand/rubber) Field Temp - 95°F Average
TEST RESULTS
The following test results indicate G-max values for ten individual locations with three separate tests performed at
each location. A table has been provided indicating the values associated with each test and a location map showing
the ten individual tests at designated and described locations. The test results reported herein reflects the
conditions of the tested field at the time and temperatures noted.
TEST CONCLUSION
The Synthetic Turf Stadium Athletic Field at Gaithersburg High School as characterized above and in the following
report has been verified to be in compliance and meets the requirements for play based on the specifications as
referenced in ASTM F1936-10 with all locations below the maximum allowable limit of 200.
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G-MAX TEST REPORT
DESCRIPTION
An independent analysis of a synthetic turf relative to G-max was requested by the client. The Test was performed
by a Licensed Professional Engineer at the below referenced location with ASTM certified and calibrated equipment
via Triax “A” Missile SN30-9887 1683. The Test Methods are as follows;
Method A - ASTM F 355, Test Method for Shock-Absorbing Properties of Playing Surface Systems and Materials.
ASTM F 1936-10, Standard Specification for Shock-Absorbing Properties of North American Football Field
Playing Systems as Measured on the Field, (G-max)
TEST INFORMATION
Test Date - 06-28-2016
Project Name - Paint Branch High School – Football Stadium Time of Test - 11:00am
Site address – 14121 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville, MD Weather - Sunny 85°F
Test Type - Onsite G-max Test - 10 Locations Installation Date - N/A
Field Type - Football (Sand & Rubber Infill) Field Temp - 95°F Average
TEST RESULTS
The following test results indicate G-max values for ten individual locations with three separate tests performed at
each location. A table has been provided indicating the values associated with each test and a location map showing
the ten individual tests at designated and described locations. The test results reported herein reflects the
conditions of the tested field at the time and temperatures noted.
TEST CONCLUSION
The Synthetic Turf Stadium Athletic Field at Paint Branch High School (Stadium Field) as characterized above and
in the following report has been verified to be in compliance and meets the requirements for play based on the
specifications as referenced in ASTM F1936-10 with all locations below the maximum allowable limit of 200.
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G-MAX TEST REPORT
1:00 pm
Time of Arrival: _____________________ 6:30 pm
Time of Departure: ________________________ 09/01/2015
Service Visit Date: ______________________________
GMAX: Y _______ X
N _______ Football
Primary Sports: ___________________________________________________________________________
Jim King
Service Provider/Technicians: __________________________________________________ Dura Spine
Field Fiber Type: _______________________________
2 1/2"
Fiber Height: ________________________________________________ 2009
Install Date: ___________________________________________________
Jim King
Report Submitted by: __________________________________________ Date of Last FC Service Session: ________________________________
(If no date: Please write “NEW FC Customer”)
Aggressive Brushing / Leveling General Field Sweeping Anti-Microbial Spray Standard Infill Decompaction
(Not to exceed 1 inch depth)
Static Brush ■ Field Metal Magnet Sweep Anti-Static Spray
Power Static Brushing Static Drag Mat ■ Refill Infill in High Traffic Areas ■ Tier 2 Decompaction
((Rubber/Sand Infill Mix > 250lbs (Deep-Tine Decompaction)
■ Power Brush & Vac Gmax Testing = Additional Charge for Material/Labor).
■ 3-Step Deep Power Grooming ■ Power Broom ■ Total Vegetation Control Infill Cleaning / Sifting / Fiber
(Only advanced care) (Perimeter edges & specialty areas) (Perimeter edge only) Rejuvenation
INFILL LEVELS CHECKED PRE MAINTENANCE: INFILL LEVELS CHECKED POST MAINTENANCE:
Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AVERAGE Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AVERAGE
Primary: 41 41 14 42 41 42 42 41 42 42 42 Primary: 43 42 43 44 44 43 44 43 43 44 43
Additional: 1:00 pm
Time of Day: ________________ Additional: 6:00 pm
Time of Day: ________________
Primary: The selection of test point locations will be determined by the primary sport.
Additional: Locations determined by the secondary sport.
Report Summary
Introduction:
An independent analysis of the FieldTurf synthetic playing surface, relative to gmax and general field conditions, was
requested by the client. G-MAX Testing and Field Inspections were performed on the Project Field Richard Montgomery
High School Football Field on July 11, 2016.
Ten separate locations were tested for G-MAX values. Each test location had three G-MAX tests performed in order to
obtain the average G-MAX. The tests were performed using ASTM certified and calibrated equipment, and were
performed at locations on the field as determined by the ASTM F 1936-10 Specifications. The test results reported herein
reflect the performance of the points tested at the time of testing and at the temperatures reported.
Findings/Recommendations:
No site abnormalities were found and there were no deviations from standard test procedures. All test points met the
requirement of less than 200 average G-MAX when tested except for those indicated by Bold Red and shown in the Test
Result G-Max Table.
Project Name: Richard Montgomery High School Football Field Report No.: 16-019-1
Date of Test: 7/11/2016
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(School) End A 1 2 9 End B (Tennis Court)
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Sideline C (Grass Field)
Test No. Test Point Location Description
1 End Zone A 6’From Goal Line Along Center Line of Field
2 End Zone A Goal Line at Center of Field
3 End A 10 Yard Line at Numbers Along Sideline C
4 End A 25 Yard Line at the Hash Marks Along Sideline C
5 50 Yard Line at Center of Field
6 50 Yard Line at Side Line C
7 End B 35 Yard Line at the Hash Marks Along Sideline C
8 End B 25 Yard Line at the Numbers Along Sideline D
9 End B 12 Yard Line Center of Field
10 End Zone B 6’ From Back of End Zone Along Center Line of Field
*All test point locations are in accordance with ASTM specifications, but performed in sequence determined by tester.
Contact Discussions
Field Use: Football, Soccer, Lacrosse Frequency of Use: Heavy, Daily
Maintenance Schedule: Clean 2xyr, Groom 3xyr – King Sports Maintenance Equipment: Unknown
Turf Condition (Standing, Starting to Lay Over, Laying Over, Excess Fiber Wear, Inlays)
Goal Area: Laying Over, Matted Down, Excess Fiber Wear Creases/Penalty Kick: Laying Over, Matted Down, Excess Fiber
Wear
Center Field: Laying Over, Matted Down, Excess Fiber Wear Logo/Colored Areas: Laying Over, Matted Down, Excess Fiber
Wear
Sidelines: Laying Over, Matted Down, Excess Fiber Wear Inlays: Laying Over, Matted Down, Excess Fiber Wear
Access Points to Field: Laying Over, Matted Down, Excess Fiber Wear
General
Field Accessibility: Multiple Field Security: 6’ Fence
Sporting Event Accessories and Maintenance Equipment Storage: Off Field
Observations/Recommendations: This field is laying over, matted down, the fibers are shedding and are showing signs of
excess fiber wear (especially in high wear areas – creases, penalty kicks, front of goals, center of field, etc.). The inlay lines are heavily
worn, more so than the green body of the field, and are brittle and breaking off. The field appears to receive a tremendous amount of
play. The field has had several repairs made to it (see photos). There were several “plugs” missing from field at area of soccer goals.
Also, additional infill is needed at creases, center of field, and at corner kick areas. I contacted King Sports and had them come out to
repair plugs and add infill to high wear areas. There are invasive grasses encroaching along the edges of the field that need to be
sprayed with Round-Up. There are also signs of slight planarity changes at several of the high wear areas (center of field, creases, and
penalty kick lines). They are not significant at this time, however, should be monitored. The shedding fiber, especially the inlays, need
to be monitored closely to see if the condition worsens. Continue annual GMAX testing to ensure proper performance of field. This
field is approaching the 8 year warranty period, I would make plans for replacement in the near future.
Impact Test Data Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS Date of Test: 7/11/2016
(Acceleration Time Curve) Report No.: 16-019-1 Test Performed By: Jeff Clise
Test No. 1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
Location Photographs
Project Name: Richard Montgomery HS FB Field Date of Test: 7/11/16 Report No.: 16-019-1
DESCRIPTION
An independent analysis of a synthetic turf relative to G-max was requested by the client. The Test was performed
by a Licensed Professional Engineer at the below referenced location with ASTM certified and calibrated equipment
via Triax “A” Missile SN30-9887 1683. The Test Methods are as follows;
Method A - ASTM F 355, Test Method for Shock-Absorbing Properties of Playing Surface Systems and Materials.
ASTM F 1936-10, Standard Specification for Shock-Absorbing Properties of North American Football Field
Playing Systems as Measured on the Field, (G-max)
TEST INFORMATION
Test Date - 06-28-2016
Project Name – Richard Montgomery High School Time of Test - 9:00am
Site address – 250 Richard Montgomery Drive, Rockville, MD Weather - Sunny 85°F
Test Type - Onsite G-max Test - 10 Locations Installation Date - N/A
Field Type - Football (Sand & Rubber Infill) Field Temp - 95°F Average
TEST RESULTS
The following test results indicate G-max values for ten individual locations with three separate tests performed at
each location. A table has been provided indicating the values associated with each test and a location map showing
the ten individual tests at designated and described locations. The test results reported herein reflects the
conditions of the tested field at the time and temperatures noted.
TEST CONCLUSION
The Synthetic Turf Stadium Athletic Field at Richard Montgomery High School as characterized above and in the
following report has been verified to be out of compliance and does not meet the requirements for play based
on the specifications as referenced in ASTM F1936-10 with locations above the maximum allowable limit of 200.
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Maintenance Summary Report
Richard Montgomery High School
NAME OF FIELD/SITE: ___________________________________________________________________________
11:00 am
Time of Arrival: _____________________ 5:00 pm
Time of Departure: ________________________ 03/31/2016
Service Visit Date: ______________________________
Chamy
Contact Name: _____________________________________________ Advanced Care
Classification of Service: ________________________________________
(202)-390-7990
Phone #: ___________________________________________________ 250 Richard Montgomery Drive, Rockville, MD 20852
Site Address: __________________________________________________
GMAX: Y _______ X
N _______ Football & Soccer
Primary Sports: ___________________________________________________________________________
Jim King
Service Provider/Technicians: __________________________________________________ Dura Spine
Field Fiber Type: _______________________________
2 1/2"
Fiber Height: ________________________________________________ 2008
Install Date: ___________________________________________________
Jim King
Report Submitted by: __________________________________________ 9/1/2015
Date of Last FC Service Session: ________________________________
(If no date: Please write “NEW FC Customer”)
- A lot of tree debris (twigs & leaves), sunflower seeds, & trash on field
- (8) loose inlays found
- Lacrosse goal creases running low on rubber
■ Aggressive Brushing / Leveling General Field Sweeping Anti-Microbial Spray ■ Standard Infill Decompaction
(Not to exceed 1 inch depth)
■ Static Brush ■ Field Metal Magnet Sweep Anti-Static Spray
■ Power Static Brushing Static Drag Mat ■ Refill Infill in High Traffic Areas Tier 2 Decompaction
((Rubber/Sand Infill Mix > 250lbs (Deep-Tine Decompaction)
■ Power Brush & Vac Gmax Testing = Additional Charge for Material/Labor).
■ 3-Step Deep Power Grooming ■ Power Broom ■ Total Vegetation Control ■ Infill Cleaning / Sifting / Fiber
(Only advanced care) (Perimeter edges & specialty areas) (Perimeter edge only) Rejuvenation
INFILL LEVELS CHECKED PRE MAINTENANCE: INFILL LEVELS CHECKED POST MAINTENANCE:
Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AVERAGE Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AVERAGE
Primary: 42 42 41 43 43 42 42 41 42 42 42 Primary: 43 43 43 43 44 44 43 42 43 43 43
Additional: 11:00 am
Time of Day: ________________ Additional: 4:30 pm
Time of Day: ________________
Primary: The selection of test point locations will be determined by the primary sport.
Additional: Locations determined by the secondary sport.
Tiffany Boileau
Reviewed by FieldTurf Personnel: ________________________________________________________________ 4/19/2016
Date: _________________________________
GMAX: Y _______ X
N _______ Football & Soccer
Primary Sports: ___________________________________________________________________________
Jim King
Service Provider/Technicians: __________________________________________________ Duraspine
Field Fiber Type: _______________________________
2 1/2"
Fiber Height: ________________________________________________ 4/8/2010
Install Date: ___________________________________________________
Jim King
Report Submitted by: __________________________________________ 8/22/15
Date of Last FC Service Session: ________________________________
(If no date: Please write “NEW FC Customer”)
■ Aggressive Brushing / Leveling General Field Sweeping Anti-Microbial Spray Standard Infill Decompaction
(Not to exceed 1 inch depth)
Static Brush ■ Field Metal Magnet Sweep Anti-Static Spray
Power Static Brushing Static Drag Mat ■ Refill Infill in High Traffic Areas ■ Tier 2 Decompaction
((Rubber/Sand Infill Mix > 250lbs (Deep-Tine Decompaction)
■ Power Brush & Vac Gmax Testing = Additional Charge for Material/Labor).
3-Step Deep Power Grooming ■ Power Broom ■ Total Vegetation Control ■ Infill Cleaning / Sifting / Fiber
(Only advanced care) (Perimeter edges & specialty areas) (Perimeter edge only) Rejuvenation
INFILL LEVELS CHECKED PRE MAINTENANCE: INFILL LEVELS CHECKED POST MAINTENANCE:
Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AVERAGE Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AVERAGE
Additional: 9:00 am
Time of Day: ________________ Additional: 2:30 pm
Time of Day: ________________
Primary: The selection of test point locations will be determined by the primary sport.
Additional: Locations determined by the secondary sport.
Tiffany Boileau
Reviewed by FieldTurf Personnel: ________________________________________________________________ 3/23/2016
Date: _________________________________
DESCRIPTION
An independent analysis of a synthetic turf relative to G-max was requested by the client. The Test was performed
by a Licensed Professional Engineer at the below referenced location with ASTM certified and calibrated equipment
via Triax “A” Missile SN30-9887 1683. The Test Methods are as follows;
Method A - ASTM F 355, Test Method for Shock-Absorbing Properties of Playing Surface Systems and Materials.
ASTM F 1936-10, Standard Specification for Shock-Absorbing Properties of North American Football Field
Playing Systems as Measured on the Field, (G-max)
TEST INFORMATION
Test Date - 06-28-2016
Project Name – Thomas S. Wootton High School Time of Test - 8:00am
Site address – 2100 Wootton Pkwy, Rockville, MD 20850 Weather - Sunny 85°F
Test Type - Onsite G-max Test - 10 Locations Installation Date - N/A
Field Type - Football (Sand & Rubber Infill) Field Temp - 95°F Average
TEST RESULTS
The following test results indicate G-max values for ten individual locations with three separate tests performed at
each location. A table has been provided indicating the values associated with each test and a location map showing
the ten individual tests at designated and described locations. The test results reported herein reflects the
conditions of the tested field at the time and temperatures noted.
TEST CONCLUSION
The Synthetic Turf Stadium Athletic Field at Thomas S. Wootton High School (Stadium Field) as characterized above
and in the following report has been verified to be in compliance and meets the requirements for play based on
the specifications as referenced in ASTM F1936-10 with all locations below the maximum allowable limit of 200.
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Maintenance Summary Report
Wooton High School
NAME OF FIELD/SITE: ___________________________________________________________________________
9:00 am
Time of Arrival: _____________________ 2:30 pm
Time of Departure: ________________________ 03/18/2016
Service Visit Date: ______________________________
Chris Thompson
Contact Name: _____________________________________________ Advanced Care
Classification of Service: ________________________________________
GMAX: Y _______ X
N _______ Football & Soccer
Primary Sports: ___________________________________________________________________________
Jim King
Service Provider/Technicians: __________________________________________________ Vertex
Field Fiber Type: _______________________________
2 1/2"
Fiber Height: ________________________________________________ Install Date: ___________________________________________________
Jim King
Report Submitted by: __________________________________________ Date of Last FC Service Session: ________________________________
(If no date: Please write “NEW FC Customer”)
■ Aggressive Brushing / Leveling General Field Sweeping Anti-Microbial Spray Standard Infill Decompaction
(Not to exceed 1 inch depth)
Static Brush ■ Field Metal Magnet Sweep Anti-Static Spray
Power Static Brushing Static Drag Mat ■ Refill Infill in High Traffic Areas ■ Tier 2 Decompaction
((Rubber/Sand Infill Mix > 250lbs (Deep-Tine Decompaction)
■ Power Brush & Vac Gmax Testing = Additional Charge for Material/Labor).
3-Step Deep Power Grooming ■ Power Broom ■ Total Vegetation Control ■ Infill Cleaning / Sifting / Fiber
(Only advanced care) (Perimeter edges & specialty areas) (Perimeter edge only) Rejuvenation
INFILL LEVELS CHECKED PRE MAINTENANCE: INFILL LEVELS CHECKED POST MAINTENANCE:
Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AVERAGE Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AVERAGE
Additional: 9:00 am
Time of Day: ________________ Additional: 2:00 pm
Time of Day: ________________
Primary: The selection of test point locations will be determined by the primary sport.
Additional: Locations determined by the secondary sport.