Hockey pitches are commonly sand-dressed or water based.
Sand dressed pitches have a shorter, denser pile height with a lesser amount of sand that provides the players with the right amount of speed on the ball.
Pitch Care maintenance packages can be developed with the client to ensure a regular regime is adopted and that the pitch remains in good condition and thus gives you a return on your investment.
Pitch Cleanse packages are also available on sand dressed hockey pitches to give them a deep clean. These are generally required every 3-5 years depending on the amount of time and play the pitch has.
Water based hockey pitch’s
Many hockey pitches are water based and require a slightly different maintenance regime to that of a sand dressed pitch.
Protech Allweather regularly maintain hockey pitches to Hockey Fedaration standards.
Over time, any synthetic pitch that is not maintained will gradually collect dirt and debris , whether this is from the pitches location and its general use, dirt from users footwear, gradual degradation of leaf matter, broken pile fibres and wild animal soiling. Water based pitches are often subject to increased formation of algae which can become slippy and cause loss of grip. Dirt will gradually migrate deeper into the pile and it is therefore important a proactive approach to maintenance is adopted.
Other problems that can arise on a water based pitch are: split seams due to frost expansion, and a build up of limescale if not regularly maintained. Both of these issues can be addressed with our Repair service or Pitch Cleanse service.
Pitch Care packages are provided at regular intervals to suit the client and will take into consideration the hours of usage, location and available budget.
A Pitch Cleanse is also recommended every 3-5 years to give your pitch a deep clean.
