Many people get confused between polyurethanes, acrylics, cast-in-situ systems, all the technical jargon can get confusing. We are here to help
APT Polyurethanes (PU)
Advanced Polymer Technology’s (APT) develop and produce Polyurethane (PU) and acrylic based products along with artificial turf systems, in-house. We meet all requirements to design certified high performance synthetic sports’ surfaces as well as to support safe and efficient installation.
Not only do we supply polyurethane sports’ surfaces, we also manufacture and supply various polyurethane accessories, for example polyurethane artificial turf adhesives, rubber adhesives and binders.
Our commitment to innovative solutions for the synthetic coatings industry through progressive polyurethane technology is the basis of our reputation for, quality and reliability, which has been built over many years supplying the needs of our customers around the world.
Depending on the sport and venue type, you may require a polyurethane sporting surface, don’t be alarmed by the technical terminology we can help explain all the ‘science’ stuff.
Polyurethane systems are broken into four categories:
Cast-in-situ system, sandwich systems, spray systems and acrylic surfaces
Cast-in-situ systems
This seamless and flexible two layer system is perfect safety for play areas , children’s playgrounds, pathways and multisport areas for parks. Generally a two layer system consisting of a SBR base layer which acts as a shock pad to absorb impact and a top surface consisting of EPDM rubber granules applied in a range of bright colours and designs.
Sandwich systems
Spray systems
This high quality seamless fast track sandwich system is specially designed for elite athletic tracks. It is a high quality seamless fast track surface, ideal for best times and records this multi layer system is environmentally friendly, impermeable, full pour resilient polyurethane athletic surface system.
Acrylic systems
The acrylic court systems are ideal for tennis, netball and basketball courts and other types of indoor and outdoor sports surfaces including basketball, volleyball, multi purpose and multisport courts. The textured-surface finish is; slip resistant, tough, durable, UV resistant and can be applied on asphalt, concrete, or existing acrylic court surfaces. Our cushion coat gives maximum long-lasting resilient properties for optimum comfort to the players.