Product SOLUTIONS GUide v.21
Overview DuraEdge® Products specializes in the production of top-quality engineered soil products for the baseball and softball field industry. Each of our stand-alone products undergoes rigorous product testing, ensuring consistent products and predictable outcomes time after time. We provide long-term soil solutions—not just seasonal quick fixes—to clients at every level of play - from community parks to professional stadiums.
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THE RIGHT FOUNDATION DURAEDGE ENGINEERED INFIELD MIXES
A ballfield's integrity depends on the quality of its basic soil makeup. DuraEdge applies the scientific method to every project, taking the guesswork out of infield amendment and construction. After rigorous testing and formulation, DuraEdge's infield experts create custom blends of clay, sand, and silt, resulting in the ideal infield mix for any facility-from little league to major league! DuraEdge is trusted by many major and minor league organizations, top collegiate programs as well as many parks and recreation departments across the country!
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THE RIGHT TOPDRESSING PROSLIDE ENGINEERED TOPDRESSING
A topdressing (or conditioner) is the true playing surface of an infield. It must help retain moisture, ensure fair bounces, create a smooth sliding surface, and add to an infield's aesthetic appeal. ProSlide is an expanded shale topdressing developed by the soil experts at DuraEdge that provides a perfect playing surface for safe and reliable play. It helps balance both firm and fast surfaces in hot, dry months as well as sticky and wet surfaces in rainy months. Available in 3 colors and 2 grades, and designed to be compatible with (but more durable than) other conditioners on the market, ProSlide is the perfect choice for any level of play!
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THE RIGHT MAINTENANCE
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THE RIGHT FOUNDATION
THE RIGHT TOPDRESSING
THE RIGHT MAINTENANCE
DURAEDGE ENGINEERED INFIELD MIXES
PROSLIDE ENGINEERED TOPDRESSING
GROUNDSKEEPER UNIVERSITY
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Our Products For New Construction Classic Infield Mix • Blend of 72% Sand; 12% Silt; 16% Clay • Lower Silt to Clay Ratio enables a firm playing surface
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• Low maintenance – does not require access to water to maintain field
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• Requires access to water to manage moisture content of field
....................................................................................................................................... Professional Infield Mix • Blend of 60% Sand; 18% Silt; 22% Clay • Highest Clay content of DuraEdge Infield Mixes
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• Creates firm, corky, playing surface • Requires access to water to manage moisture content of field
....................................................................................................................................... Engineered Topdressing • ProSlide® is a professional grade expanded shale • True 6x30 particle sizes create a smooth sliding
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surface to ensure more predictable bounces during play
....................................................................................................................................... Calcined Clay Conditioner • Our calcined clay conditoners with 5 powerful players • FairBall®, ProSlide® Play Ball!®, ProSlide® Professional,
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ProSlide® Platinum, and our unique ProDry™ Conditioner
....................................................................................................................................... Mound Clay + Bricks • DuraPitch™ Mound Clay is moisture balanced so you’ll never have to prepare the clay before applying it
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• Our mound clays are blended by computer-controlled machines, allowing us to create the perfect clay time & time again • New Mound Bricks with special parallelogram shape
....................................................................................................................................... Warning Track • DuraTrax™ increases player safety while enhancing the look of your ball field
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• DuraTrax™ provides the following benefits: Facilitates drainage with minimal maintenance, Won’t stain or fade like artificially dyed material, Reduces the migration of material and weeds
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Our Products For Amending Existing Fields
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FieldSaver™ is designed to combine with existing infield skin material to correct soil imbalances. FieldSaver™ amends your current infield mix to condition, add clay content and bind your existing infield skin - all in one application. The cornerstone of our revolutionary Engineered Soil Technology (E.S.T.) program, FieldSaver™ saves our clients thousands of dollars that would have been spent on “remove and replace” infield solutions.
Savings: Renovating your field with Fieldsaver™ saves you the time and costs associated with“remove” and “replace”
Playability: FieldSaver™ binds together so wind and rain won’t affect game day play
T.A.C.S. Method TEST
Obtain private lab test report of your current infield skin
ANALYZE
Read and interpret results with assistance of DuraEdge representative
COMPARE
Evaluate your soil test to where you are against where you should be
SOLVE
Set objectives and install materials to meet objectives
Imbalanced based soils on ball fields
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Resilience: Maintenance takes less time because FieldSaver™ bonds together and stays in place
often have either: A High sand content and low SCR - Typically a field that is “beachy” when dry or “chunking out” when wet. B. Low sand content and high SCR - Typically a field that is “dusty” when dry, or “mucky” when wet.
Once you know the composition of your base soil, you can implement the proper solution with the assistance of a trained DuraEdge sales representative. The DuraEdge sales representative can explain the Engineered Soil Technology (E.S.T.) process and we computer blend materials that enable us to select the combination of amendments required to balance your existing base soil.
0%
100%
FS-90
FS-75
FS-60
• 10% Medium Sand
• 25% Medium Sand
• 40% Medium Sand
• 90% Silt/Clay
• 75% Silt/Clay
• 60% Silt/Clay
• Typical Use:
• Typical Use:
• Typical Use:
- Amendment Only
- Amendment Only
- Amendment Only
- Field Type A
- Field Type A
- Field Type B
- All Classifications
- All Classifications
- Professional & Intermediate Fields
DE-40
DE-35
DE-30
• 50% Medium Sand
• 60% Sand
• 65% Sand
• 72% Sand
FS-50 • 50% Silt/Clay
• 40% Silt/Clay
• 35% Silt/Clay
• 28% Silt/Clay
• Typical Use:
• Typical Use:
• Typical Use:
• Typical Use:
- Amendment Only
- Field Type A or B - Amendment or Topical - Professional Field
- Field Type A or B - Amendment or Topical - Intermediate Field
- Field Type A or B - Amendment or Topical - Recreational Field
- Field Type B - Professional & Intermediate Fields
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The
Difference
Most infield soils are mined from the ground and screened off at a certain size and sold. In other words, it is what it is. But for DuraEdge infield soils, screening is just the beginning. After harvesting the raw materials for our infield soil products, we mechanically blend the sand and clay together at specific ratios creating a consistent blend year after year.
Infield We understand that all fields are different and thus require different materials. After we assess your field to determine its current condition and what it needs to achieve optimum playability, we offer a variety of infield solutions to choose from to customize your field. At DuraEdge, we believe that
not all dirt is created equal.
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Engineered Soil Technology (E.S.T.)™ outperforms other methods because it is based on Soil Science, Not Guesswork. Grant’s E.S.T. Program® assesses the current state of an infield, then prescribes specific corrective measures to transform a poor infield into one with the highest performance possible.
Why Classifying Matters Classifying your facility is important simply because what works for the big leagues will not necessarily work for everyone. ///////////////////////////////////// WHO you are determines WHERE your soil levels
should be, &
WHAT you should
do to balance your base soil.
Mixes SCR and its Importance
70-75%
Total Sand
65-69%
Total Sand
58-62%
25-30%
Silt/Clay
31-35%
Silt/Clay
38-42%
Silt/Clay
Medium Sand
45-50%
Medium Sand
38-45%
Medium Sand
>50% 0.5-1.0
The SCR is a score derived by dividing the percentage of silt by the percentage of clay in a soil sample. The SCR score indicates the relative performance of an infield soil product. SCR
0.5-1.0
SCR
(Silt/Clay Ratio)
Maintenance: Volunteer
Water Access:
The optimum SCR score is 0.5 to 1.0. The further an SCR score is from the optimum range, the greater the difficulty in successfully amending the soil. Generally, soils with SCR scores below 3.0 are more easily amended; SCR scores above 3.0 tend to be costly and climb closer to the price of a complete infield renovation.
0.0
0.5
Total Sand
1.0
0.5-1.0
Maintenance: Limited
No
SCR
(Silt/Clay Ratio)
Water Access:
(Silt/Clay Ratio)
Maintenance: Regular
Yes
2.0
Low SCR
Optimum SCR
High SCR
Excessive SCR
Water Access:
3.0
Yes
4.0+ Elevated SCR 4.0+
Extreme SCR
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Mucky and slimy when wet
Dusty and loose when dry
Abrasive and sharp when inconsistent
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TYPICAL INFIELD PROBLEMS
THE DURAEDGE SOLUTION Assures proper balance of sand, silt, and clay to absorb moisture and play more games
Enables your infield to play down and firm to enhance safety for the players
Creates consistent mix from year to year and location to location throughout the country
Facility Classification / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / /////////////////////////// In order to properly balance your base soil, the first step is to understand who you are. To determine who you are, you need to answer two questions:
1. Do you have access to water? 2. What are your facility maintenance resources/practices?
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THE RIGHT FOUNDATION
DuraEdge Classic Total Sand
70-75%
Silt/Clay
25-30%
Medium Sand SCR
Maintenance: Volunteer Water Access: No
≥50% 0.5-1.0
(Silt/Clay Ratio)
With a blend of 72% Sand, 12% Silt, and 16% Clay, DuraEdge Classic Infield Mix is your ideal low maintenance blend. The lower Silt to Clay Ratio enables a firm playing surface and doens’t require access to water to maintain the field.
DuraEdge Collegiate Total Sand
65-69%
Silt/Clay
31-35%
Medium Sand SCR
Maintenance: Limited Water Access: Yes
≥45% 0.5-1.0
(Silt/Clay Ratio)
With a blend of 67% Sand, 15% Silt, and 18% Clay, DuraEdge Collegiate Infield Mix is the perfect choice for those who want a “tighter” playing surface without a large amount of maintenance, though this mix does still require access to water to manage moisture.
DuraEdge Professional Total Sand
58-62%
Silt/Clay
38-42%
Medium Sand SCR
≥40%
Maintenance: Regular Water Access: Yes
0.5-1.0
(Silt/Clay Ratio)
With a blend of 60% Sand, 18% Silt, and 22% Clay, DuraEdge Professional Infield Mix creates a firm, corky playing surface. The highest clay content of all DuraEdge Infield Mixes, this mix requires the most access to water to manage moisture content of the field.
Regional Blends Also Available
CALL TO DISCUSS
Delivery Options: BULK
50 LB. BAGS
ONE TON SUPER SACK
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TYPICAL INFIELD PROBLEMS
Firm & fast in hot summer months
Wet & sticky in rainy months
THE PROSLIDE SOLUTION Consistent gradation creates a smooth sliding surface
Less absorbent to help infield skin retain moisture
Durability of expanded shale product resists particle breakdown
Color-fast nature provides excellent contrast for tracking ball movement
Providing a long-lasting vibrant color and resilient playing surface under both wet and dry conditions, our Expanded Shale ProSlide ® Engineered Topdressing helps your infield play more games, play safer games, and have less maintenance. //////////////////////////////////////////////////// ////////////////////////////// Infield Skin Surface: 4" Compacted nfield Mix
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EDGE ON PLAYABILITY
THE RIGHT TOPDRESSING
ProSlide Professional Red The Professional Edge on Playability True 6x30 Gradation - Smaller Particle Size Creates Smooth Sliding Surface While Adding Contrast to the Field
Suggested Use for: Intermediate & Professional Field Types
ProSlide Professional Brown The Professional Edge on Playability True 6x30 Gradation - Smaller Particle Size Creates Smooth Sliding Surface While Adding Contrast to the Field
Suggested Use for: Intermediate & Professional Field Types
Delivery Options: BULK
50 LB. BAGS
ONE TON SUPER SACK
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TYPICAL CONDITIONER PROBLEMS
Breakdown & Contamination
Migration & Buildup
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CHANGING
OUR CALCINED SOLUTION Greater hardness means less breakdown and increased durability resulting in longer lasting particles
Screening process allows for minimal fines and dust
More consistent gradations and a tighter manufacturing process
Higher density particles with minimal fines and dust means less migration
Use our calcined clay Fair Ball®, ProSlide® Play Ball!®, ProSlide® Professional, or ProSlide® Platinum as a stand-alone conditioner OR combine with ProSlide expanded shale topdressing for superior infield playability and moisture management. We can help you determine the best combination of topdressing and conditioner to fit your specific needs.
Managing the wet field
EXPANDED SHALE
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Expanded Shale allows water to flow through to the base material and keeps needed moisture in the infield skin surface & profile
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battling the dry field
CALCINED CLAY
Calcined Clay absorbs excess water during wet conditions and eliminates water from the surface to prevent puddles from forming
THE GAME SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO Fair Ball® Highest Density on Market at 44-46 lb/ft³ More Durability & Less Breakdown and Migration Increased Coverage Due to Larger Particle Sizing Application Rate is Greatly Reduced From Industry Standard
ProSlide® Play Ball!® Superior Durability Equates to Less Degradation Premium Appearance at an Economical Rate The Premium Edge on Particle Size Less Breakdown Results in Longer Lasting Product and Reduced Contamination
ProSlide® Professional Larger Particles Screened Out for Professional Appearance Greater Hardness Means Less Breakdown & Increased Durability Resulting in Longer Lasting Particles Reduced Amount of Fines Provides a More Even Coverage with Less Contamination
ProSlide® Platinum Medium Sized Particles Present Uniform Coverage Greater Hardness Means Less Breakdown & Increased Durability Resulting in Longer Lasting Particles Reduced Amount of Fines & Smaller Particles Provides Less Clumping When Dragging in Wet Conditions
UNIQUE!
ProDry™ Highest Absorption of Our Line of Conditioners Designed to Coexist with Your Infield Mix Without Issue, Just Drag and Walk Away - No Clean Up Necessary Reduced Amount of Fines & Smaller Particles Provides Less Clumping When Dragging in Wet Conditions
Delivery Options: 50 LB. BAGS
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TOPDRESSING APPLICATION RATE CHARTS 1/8”
3/16”
1/4”
How many lbs. per sq. ft.?
0.56
0.84
1.13
How many sq. ft. will one bag cover?
88.89
59.26
44.44
3,555.56
2,370.37
1,777.78
How many bags to cover 1,000 sq. ft.?
11.25
16.88
22.50
How many tons to cover 11,500 sq. ft.?
3.23
4.85
6.47
How many sq. ft. will 1 ton cover?
Application Thickness
Calcined Clay Density: 45 lb/cu.ft.
1/8”
3/16”
1/4”
How many lbs. per sq. ft.?
0.47
0.70
0.94
106.67
71.11
53.33
4,266.67
2,844.44
2,133.33
How many bags to cover 1,000 sq. ft.?
9.38
14.06
18.75
How many tons to cover 11,500 sq. ft.?
2.70
4.04
5.39
How many sq. ft. will one bag cover? How many sq. ft. will 1 ton cover?
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Application Thickness
Expanded Shale: 6x30 ProSlide Density: 54 lb/cu.ft.
COMBINATION APPLICATION RATE CHARTS 50% Expanded Shale: 6x30 ProSlide 50% Calcined Clay [CC] (Blended Volumetrically) Density: 49.5 lb/cu.ft.
1/8”
3/16”
1/4”
How many lbs. per sq. ft.?
0.52
0.77
1.03
How many sq. ft. will one bag cover?
96.97
64.65
48.48
3,878.79
2,585.86
1,939.39
How many bags of 6x30 and CC combined to cover 1,000 sq. ft.?
5.63 4.69
8.44 7.03
11.25 9.38
6x30 CC
How many tons of 6x30 and CC to cover 11,500 sq. ft.?
1.62 1.35
2.43 2.02
3.23 2.70
6x30 CC
How many sq. ft. will 1 ton cover?
Application Thickness
75% Expanded Shale: 6x30 ProSlide 25% Calcined Clay [CC] (Blended Volumetrically) Density: 51.75 lb/cu.ft.
1/8”
3/16”
1/4”
How many lbs. per sq. ft.?
0.54
0.81
1.08
How many sq. ft. will one bag cover?
92.75
61.84
46.38
3,710.14
2,473.43
1,855.07
How many bags of 6x30 and CC combined to cover 1,000 sq. ft.?
8.44 2.34
12.66 3.52
16.88 4.69
6x30 CC
How many tons of 6x30 and CC to cover 11,500 sq. ft.?
2.43 0.67
3.64 1.01
4.85 1.35
6x30 CC
How many sq. ft. will 1 ton cover?
Application Thickness
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TYPICAL MOUND PROBLEMS Dry
Inconsistent
Difficult to work with
Wears out quickly
Pitching Mound Profile
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Moisture balanced clay that’s ready for play right out of the bag.
EDGE ON DURABILITY DuraPitch Premium Mound Clay Clay Content >30% Premium Red Mound Clay Moisture Balanced Clay That’s Ready for Play Right Out of the Bag
EASY TO USE: Simply Pour, Pack, and Play! *ALSO AVAILABLE IN: BULK & ONE TON SUPER SACK
DuraPitch Professional Mound Clay Clay Content 50-75% Professional Brownish-Gray Gumbo Mound Clay Moisture Balanced Clay That’s Ready for Play Right Out of the Bag
EASY TO USE: Simply Pour, Pack, and Play!
Black Stick Ultimate Professional Mound Clay Crushed & Screened to 1/8” Pure Gumbo Mound Clay Extreme Packing Density
POPULAR!
Just Add Water, Mix, and Pack to Get Clay That’s Ready for Play
Delivery Options: 50 LB. BAGS*
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INTRODUCING!
INCREASED DURABILITY AND HOLD MINIMIZED SEAMS AND GAPS
MOUND
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SAME CLAY, IMPROVED DESIGN
BLOCKS
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WARNIN 23
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Pooling of water due to incorrect drainage
Migration of material and weed formation
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TYPICAL WARNING TRACK PROBLEMS
THE DURATRAX SOLUTION
Optimum vertical drainage, no matter which blend you choose
Requires less maintenance and reduces migration of material
Provides rich contrast with color that won’t stain or fade
Underfoot warning, engineered for safety
DuraTrax Lava Rock Deepest Natural Red Color 100% Scoria Lava Rock Increases Player Safety While Enhancing the Look of Your Field
Also works well for coaches’ boxes, on-deck circles, walkways to home plate and in front of dugouts
DuraTrax Crushed Brick Bright, Fiery Red 100% Pure Brick Increases Player Safety While Enhancing the Look of Your Field
Also works well for coaches’ boxes, on-deck circles, walkways to home plate and in front of dugouts Regional Blends Also Available
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Delivery Options: BULK
ONE TON SUPER SACK
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We have taken field renovation to a new level by introducing a complete field evaluation, installation, and maintenance program all in one easy step. Your infield will undergo a detailed evaluation through our Ten Point Checklist outlined on the right. All deficiencies will be corrected to the best available method provided by the existing topographical constraints and your field will be guaranteed not to hold standing water following a significant rain event. Best of all, once the certification process is complete, you will be eligible to participate in our unique Field Assurance ™ program that will continue to make your investment pay off for years to come.
2” depth of 100% DuraEdge Infield Mix
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Approved Topdressing or Conditioner
Approved Tools & Equipment
Ten Point Checklist 1
Preconstruction field survey and evaluation
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Measure the arc distance and compare to guidelines for level of play
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Check bases for distance; square to existing foul poles & reposition if necessary
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Measure pitcher’s mound elevation; correct any deficiencies and rebuild with proper mound clay
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Measure home plate for distance to pitching rubber & rebuild batter’s boxes with proper mound clay
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Laser measure existing infield grade & prepare base to receive new infield material
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Correct any lips prohibiting positive surface drainage
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Install a min. 2” cap of new engineered infield material properly suited to the facility maintenance resources & practices
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Apply topdressing material to the new infield material and groom for play
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Provide a complete maintenance review and recommended plan including daily, weekly, and monthly procedures; provide DuraEdge approved ABI equipment training with owner’s maintenance crew.
Certified Installation unlocks the full potential of your facility. Once complete, you will be provided a network of industry professionals who can help you manage any problems that will inevitably arise throughout the course of a long season. Our representatives are always standing by to give you the answers you need when you need them most!
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FIELD ASSURANCE: KEEP YOUR FIELD COVERED.
maintenance takes time and is often overlooked until it’s too late—cue the unexpected large spike in spending. Field Assurance is here to combat that. As an exclusive and innovative program comprised of
Maintenance is a process, not an event.
FIELD ASSURANCE SERVICE PLANS BASES LOADED
DESIGNATED HITTER
IDEAL IF: as part of a renovation or new construction project. Plan renewal available and encouraged.
A unique 2-year Field Assurance plan that incorporates 2-inch cap. Plan renewal is necessary in order to maintain a consistent playing surface. Intended for
*Yearly maintenance plans/contracts also available
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+ want to protect your investment to make mainteance a priority
IDEAL IF: You’re looking to gradually improve the to make maintenance a priority
Your sole responsibility is the routine maintenance of your field, leaving all heavy maintenance and product delivery to the professionals at DuraEdge
SIMPLE
Enjoy the benefits of an improved playing surface indefinitely while protecting the integrity of your infield and all of its needs
CONSISTENT
We set a schedule that works for you within a plan that is best for your situation and budget restrictions
TAILORED
No more large spikes in spending, we provide a flat-line budget with no surprises
PREDICTABLE BUDGETS
More economical than waiting for years at a time to address maintenance needs
COST EFFECTIVE
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