Sports turf
The sports turf industry is a major consumer of sand, and uses it in a wide range of applications. It is also an industry that is being challenged to find ways of reducing the environmental impact of its activities.
Having overcome initial concerns about 'sharp edges', recycled glass - in the form of "processed sand" - is proving to be a popular and effective way to demonstrate the industry's environmental commitment.
Processed sand can be used as a dressing for artifical surfaces, blending perfectly with finished product.
Trialed on the 2004 PGA Seniors Tour, procesed sand was found to have a more consistent feel and was less prone to 'plugging' or 'slumping'.
WRAP sponsored research has shown that processed sand is a perfectly acceptable medium for rootzone construction.
The predominantly green colour of processed sand is a distinct advantage in top dressing, particularly for divot repairs.
