In the EN 1516 standard, which is a European standard, a test method is defined for the determination of the resistance to scoring of artificial sports surfaces other than synthetic turf.
Soft materials with an embedded harder layer are increasingly used in sports engineering. In this respect, a detailed understanding of the mechanical behavior of such a material system under localized load and notching resistance is crucial.
Hardness tests are a measure of resistance to indentation and are noted for being quick, easy, and non-destructive. In such tests, a force is applied to an indentation, such as a steel ball or diamond pyramid, and the resulting size or depth of the indentation on the surface of the material is measured using a microscope. There are several different types of hardness tests that vary in the shape and material of the indentation and the scale of the applied load. A few of the more common test methods are Brinell and Rockwell to measure macrohardness, Knoop to measure microhardness, and the Vickers test method to measure both macro and microhardness.
Specific hardness formulas are suitable for each type of hardness test. Lower numbers indicate that the material is easily scratched or crushed, while higher numbers indicate greater resistance to indentation. Hardness is often associated with other properties such as tensile strength.
The sports ground floor surface is probably the most important element in any sports facility and is a key consideration from the start of a project. Different sports branches have various requirements and the extent to which some surfaces are suitable for sports is closely related to the design, cost and construction results.
Depending on which sport it is designed for, the properties that a sports field surface should have include resistance to rolling load, reflective shine, resistance to abrasion, reaction to fire, impact resistance, formaldehyde emission and pentachlorophenol content, as well as resistance to scratching.
Among the numerous tests, measurements, analyses, and evaluations our organization provides for businesses in various sectors, we also offer testing services under the EN 1516 standard to determine the resistance of sports field surfaces to chipping, utilizing our trained and expert staff and advanced technological equipment.
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