Key aspects of the Fiber Performance Index for landscape turf
RECOVERY
The turf goes trough an exhaustive 6000 cycle compression test simulating traffic and use.
The higher the score, the more traffic resistant the turf.
UV – WEATHER RESITANCE
The turf is intensively exposed to UV in the laboratory, simulating the most demanding climatic conditions.
The higher the score, the more weather resistant the turf.
FEEL
The turf softness is evaluated by a panel of experts.
The higher the score, the more comfortable and soft the turf.
ENVIRONMENT
The turf composition is analyzed with the latest technology.
A score of 60 and above indicates that the products follows most up-to- date environmental regulations.
Results and Index
Each turf is measured according to these criteria and then graded on a scale of 1–100 in each category.
The result is a final FPI, the Fiber Performance Index, which describes the overall fiber quality.
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2017 Landscape Fiber Performance Index
Frequently Asked Questions landscape FPI – ENG
LABOSPORT Fiber Performance Index – a trusted program by a trusted brand
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