Redefining synthetic turf
Delivering exceptional performance without the need for infill.
Pure PT is non-infill turf designed to mimic the feel, response, and performance of top-quality natural grass. From ball roll to grip, from biomechanics to appearance, every detail creates a playing experience that feels instantly familiar. Achieving this required more than just innovative materials.
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Engineered to deliver top-level performance, Pure PT is the result of 54 design iterations since 2019 and has been tested for thousands of hours with players, coaches, and scientists using biomechanics, motion capture, high-speed video analysis, and in-field sensor data.
Pure PT is designed to offer more than just playability. It addresses key environmental issues: microplastics, emissions, water consumption, and recyclability, all while upholding quality and durability.
Together with PSV, TenCate created the world’s first on-field innovation lab where elite sport meets real-world testing. Since 2020, this collaboration has turned data, biomechanics and player feedback into next-generation turf systems. This setup provides us with direct insight into performance and helps us develop surfaces that meet the highest standards of the game.
After visiting the PSV training facility in Eindhoven, the Werder Bremen staff decided to resurface six training fields around the stadium with Pure PT, including several smaller play areas. The project is currently being installed! Werder Bremen finished 8th in the Bundesliga, Germany’s top football division.
What was once a dream is now within reach: Curaçao is fully committed to qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. With a strategic partnership between TenCate and the Curaçao Football Federation (FFK), the island’s first-ever World Cup appearance is becoming an achievable goal — now supported by a Pure PT pitch at Ergilio Hato Stadium, designed for top-level play. Visiting teams provide valuable feedback, making the field an essential component of ongoing performance insights.
The value of a field extends beyond its performance on the first day; it’s about how it holds up over years of use. Pure PT was designed not only for playability but also for long-term durability. Less maintenance, fewer replacements, and easier logistics help lower the total cost of ownership.
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Build lighter. Lower Costs
No infill means less weight, just 30–32 tons vs. 200+ for traditional systems, saving big on logistics and installation time.
Fewer Trucks, Fewer Moves
Pure PT needs just 6 vehicle trips vs. 20–30 for infill systems, cutting fuel use, site disruption, and project time.
Minimal Maintenance
With no infill, there’s no need for decompacting or top-ups. Pure PT cuts maintenance drastically over the field’s lifetime.
Longer Lifespan
Less wear, more years. Pure PT outlasts infill systems and stays compliant even after a decade of use.
Lower Disposal Costs
Pure PT is easier to recycle because it has no infill and uses fewer materials, which makes sorting simpler.
No Infill = No Ongoing Costs
Infill loss is a persistent problem in traditional fields. Whether it’s rubber or cork, maintenance and replenishment costs accumulate year after year. Pure PT completely eliminates those costs.
Testimonials that showcase real-world experiences with Pure PT or Pivot®, as it’s called in the US. While the name may change, the system remains the same: a high-performance, non-infill turf designed to provide a natural feel, consistent play, and long-lasting reliability.
I felt the difference immediately, this field plays like high-quality natural grass! Everyone is thrilled about it after playing on it for a whole season.
I felt the difference immediately, this field plays like high-quality natural grass! Everyone is thrilled about it after playing on it for a whole season.
This new field is a major step forward, better playability for our national teams, and aligned with our sustainability goals.
This new field is a major step forward, better playability for our national teams, and aligned with our sustainability goals.
Players and coaches agree: the field feels great, also after hours of training.
Players and coaches agree: the field feels great, also after hours of training.
This field feels softer and more comfortable. It runs smoothly, the ball rolls perfectly. An absolutely top-quality field!
This field feels softer and more comfortable. It runs smoothly, the ball rolls perfectly. An absolutely top-quality field!
We’re very satisfied with our new non-infill pitch, players say it feels like top-quality natural grass, and the ball performs great.
We’re very satisfied with our new non-infill pitch, players say it feels like top-quality natural grass, and the ball performs great.
A good field is essential for a team, and this new field is a fantastic step forward!
A good field is essential for a team, and this new field is a fantastic step forward!
This field feels completely different from the artificial grass we’re used to. It takes both our training sessions and matches to the next level!
This field feels completely different from the artificial grass we’re used to. It takes both our training sessions and matches to the next level!
This field feels incredible; it took some adjusting, but it’s definitely one of the best and closest to real grass I’ve played on.
This field feels incredible; it took some adjusting, but it’s definitely one of the best and closest to real grass I’ve played on.
We chose this for multiple fields—baseball, football, lacrosse. It’s so popular that requests to use these fields have increased significantly.
We chose this for multiple fields—baseball, football, lacrosse. It’s so popular that requests to use these fields have increased significantly.
With 34 years of experience in sports, I predict that many high schools will choose this product. It’s simply the best choice!
With 34 years of experience in sports, I predict that many high schools will choose this product. It’s simply the best choice!
As a coach with 27 years of experience, I observe how players move naturally on this field. We receive numerous compliments from visiting teams and referees. I highly recommend this product!
As a coach with 27 years of experience, I observe how players move naturally on this field. We receive numerous compliments from visiting teams and referees. I highly recommend this product!
The grip is excellent, it feels soft, and closely resembles natural grass. A world of difference compared to the artificial turf fields I’m used to in the Netherlands!
The grip is excellent, it feels soft, and closely resembles natural grass. A world of difference compared to the artificial turf fields I’m used to in the Netherlands!
From the very first moment, I was impressed by how the field felt. This is the best artificial grass pitch I know. I would choose it over any other.
From the very first moment, I was impressed by how the field felt. This is the best artificial grass pitch I know. I would choose it over any other.
I recommend this product for its superior performance and brings us closer to the feel and benefits of natural grass.
I recommend this product for its superior performance and brings us closer to the feel and benefits of natural grass.
It feels really different from the artificial grass we’re used to, but after we trained on it, it performed well and felt great.
It feels really different from the artificial grass we’re used to, but after we trained on it, it performed well and felt great.
As a natural grass fan, I was impressed. This field feels authentic and brings artificial turf closer to the real thing.
As a natural grass fan, I was impressed. This field feels authentic and brings artificial turf closer to the real thing.
At first, we couldn’t believe this was artificial grass. The playing experience is unmatched, I’ve never played on such a great artificial turf before!
At first, we couldn’t believe this was artificial grass. The playing experience is unmatched, I’ve never played on such a great artificial turf before!
The staff and players of PSV are very pleased as it resembles natural grass better than any other artificial turf at the De Herdgang campus.
The staff and players of PSV are very pleased as it resembles natural grass better than any other artificial turf at the De Herdgang campus.
From design and lab testing to on-field validation with elite players, Pure PT is no longer just a concept; it’s game-ready. After a soft launch in 2024, Pure PT (known as Pivot® in the U.S.) is now utilized on fields worldwide.
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In traditional artificial turf, players often compromise on feel, performance, or sustainability. Pure PT was developed to change that — designed from the ground up to improve both the player experience and the environmental footprint.
We asked Dr. Colin Young, TenCate’s Global Director of R&D, to answer some key questions about what makes Pure PT different and why it’s setting the standard for next-generation turf.
Yes. It meets FIFA Quality and Quality Pro standards when tested with an appropriate system design and a range of options available. It also complies with EN 15330-1.
Pure PT provides natural-like performance that closely resembles high-quality natural grass. This includes traction, comfort, hardness, and ball interactions. These qualities remain consistent throughout the year, regardless of wear or weather conditions.
Absolutely. Pure PT offers reliable footing, natural ball response, and player comfort, all essential for dynamic sports like field hockey, korfball, handball, and more. It is designed to support high-intensity performance while remaining safe and comfortable in all weather conditions. There are different versions of Pure PT tailored to the needs of various sports and activities, from elite training to daily recreation. It’s also perfect for shared spaces like school fields and community pitches, where it efficiently handles football, PE lessons, informal games, and casual play.
Yes. With the appropriate shockpad configuration, PurePT meets player safety requirements for rugby in terms of CFH / HIC. However, it cannot be certified to Regulation 22 due to the 50 mm pile height restriction. So, in short, it can be used for rugby training but is not permitted for games and matches that require Regulation 22 from World Rugby. But watch this space for a future development, coming soon!
Yes. Professional and grassroots players worldwide participated in PurePT’s testing to ensure realism and comfort. It is the most tested product in TenCate’s history, and possibly in the turf market ever.
While the turf may have a higher price per square meter, the overall costs balance out quickly. Installation is easier, quicker, and requires less transportation, with no need for infill, sand, or ballast. In the long run, maintenance stays low, the field’s lifespan extends by 30%, and recycling at the end of its life is more straightforward and affordable. Consequently, the total ownership cost is considerably reduced.
Longer life span, No infill replacement, lower brushing frequency, reduced cleaning, and faster installation reduce ongoing operational costs.
Pure PT demands very little upkeep—just occasional brushing and surface cleaning. You don’t need to level, top up, or decompact infill.
While Pure PT is designed as a true non-filled turf system, we offer an optional BS-L; a minimal, natural-material infill applied solely to meet current certification standards. This low-volume layer does not affect play characteristics, surface behavior, or player interaction in any significant way. Its purpose is to support regulatory compliance, ensuring that our systems remain eligible for certification and competitive bids if needed. Importantly, this infill is applied with no significant change to the installation process, no impact on durability, and no compromise to our core design philosophy.
Pure PT can be installed directly on standard bases commonly used for turf systems, including both loose stone aggregates and rigid engineered bases. Shockpad can be used with any Pure PT system depending on preference. For some sports like rugby, a shockpad is required.
Yes, in many cases, existing bases are used subject to condition assessment.
Yes. Pure PT uses optimized yarn height and density to eliminate the need for infill while maintaining sport-specific performance. The yarn density is significantly higher than traditional turf systems. A lot of research has gone into developing the yarns specifically for Pure PT.
Yes. The Pure PT system undergoes testing for CFH, Gmax, shock absorption, energy restitution, and rotational resistance, along with all other relevant tests to meet European Sport Standards, International Sports Federation criteria, and many other norms worldwide.
It is designed for at least 12 years of use depending on intensity and location, with consistent performance throughout. This is backed by TenCate’s warranty. We estimate a 50% longer lifespan than legacy rubber-filled turf systems. We recently went past 500,000 LISport cycles with minimal yarn damage and degradation.
Yes. It remains playable and safe in all conditions. No infill means no hardening in frost or compaction in heat. Unlike infill-based fields, Pure PT doesn’t freeze into a hard surface or shift under stress. It provides stable, safe performance all year round.
Pure PT is designed to provide balanced rotational traction and shock absorption, promoting safety and agility without excessive grip. It has been thoroughly tested by players across all skill levels and various sports.
Yes. Extensive biomechanical testing on Pure PT was used to optimize energy return, surface hardness, foot stability, and surface friction.
Pure PT is built for sustainability from the start. No infill means no microplastics, less maintenance, and reduced wear. It’s much lighter than traditional turf, cutting transport and CO₂ emissions dramatically. And with its single-polymer design, Pure PT is fully recyclable at end-of-life. Less material, less impact, less waste. More play.
Yes, Pure PT is easier to recycle than traditional infilled turf. There’s no need to separate sand or rubber, which simplifies the process (as no separation is needed). Its high PE content provides more flexible end-of-life options compared to older systems. We’re also working on ways to further improve recyclability in the near term, introducing our innovative ONE-DNA™ version. That version will enable full closed-loop recovery, but in the meantime, non-infill systems like Pure PT already make significant progress toward better recycling.
Yes. Pure PT can be manufactured using ISCC+ certified non-traditional fossil-based PE yarns, including recycled or biobased options.
Yes. Pure PT systems contain no loose infill and comply with upcoming EU bans on intentionally added microplastics in sports surfaces, where plastic infill will be banned in the coming years.
It reduces water use, material weight, and plastic waste while encouraging recycling, ideal for ESG reporting. Independent LCA analyses are available upon request, including comparisons with conventional turf systems. Without infill, there are no microplastics, less maintenance, and less wear and tear. It is significantly lighter than traditional turf, greatly lowering transportation distances and CO₂ emissions. Plus, its single-polymer structure allows full recyclability at the end of its lifecycle. Less material, less environmental impact, and less waste.
Pure PT is built for durability, even under high-frequency use. The absence of abrasive infill extends the system’s lifespan by up to 30%, while fields retain their integrity and deliver stable performance and consistent safety over time. This long-term resilience is backed by Lisport testing up to 500,000 cycles and Lisport XL testing up to 75,000 cycles confirming compliance with all key performance standards after more than a decade of simulated wear. A 12-year warranty further reflects the confidence supported by both lab data and real-world field validation.
Fiber loss is extremely low. The system has been tested for wear resistance and produces negligible microplastic compared to older turf types. We recently surpassed 500,000 LISport cycles with minimal yarn damage and degradation. Even though there is more yarn, the wear is much lower both as a percentage and in total volume. Report and details are available upon request.
A Version designed for multi-use spaces (more than one type of sport), smaller facilities, and areas with an existing shockpad for resurfacing. Created for integration with a shockpad or in urban areas where material efficiency matters. Shares the same core performance features as the original but is adapted for high-usage community environments or when playing smaller ball sports like hockey.
The original Pure PT system that led the global transition to completely non-filled turf remains the most widely adopted version and is trusted for full-size football at all levels of play. Known for its realism, comfort, and durability, it is used in a variety of applications and locations with excellent player feedback. This system does not require a shockpad, as it delivers all the necessary performance from the turf.
An evolution of the original PurePT with improved responsiveness, a polished finish, and an even more accurate replication of professional stadium grass. Designed for high-performance facilities and advanced amateur or professional teams.
A truly advanced woven version utilizing our proprietary 3D technology. This method enables various yarn types to be structurally bonded into a seamless surface, delivering top-tier performance, realistic visuals, and exceptional fiber stability. Designed for elite professionals and stadium settings. The ultimate level of performance for football that meets FIFA Quality Pro standards.
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