TenCate Unveils Pivot® Performance Turf: The Future of Artificial Grass for Sports Fields
Revolutionary new turf delivers natural grass performance, eliminates infill, and sets a new standard for sustainability.
TenCate, the global leader in synthetic turf innovation, has officially launched Pivot® Performance Turf, a first-of-its-kind artificial turf that truly replicates the feel and playability of natural grass. Designed with advanced biomechanics and developed in collaboration with professional and collegiate athletes, Pivot eliminates the need for performance infill, enhances player safety, and offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional turf systems.
The Most Grass-Like Artificial Turf Ever Created
Pivot is the result of years of research and testing at TenCate’s Center for Turf Innovation (CTI). Using biosensor technology, CTI gathered real-time player data to engineer a surface that mirrors the natural traction, stability, and responsiveness of high-quality grass fields.
✔ No Performance Infill Required – Reduces material use, installation costs, and environmental impact.
✔ Unmatched Durability – 16x more fibers than traditional turf and a 50% longer lifespan.
✔ Biomechanically Optimized – Tested by elite athletes for enhanced grip, stability, and support.
✔ PFAS-Free & Sustainable – No detectable PFAS, PAHs, or lead, and fully recyclable at the end of its lifespan.
Innovation That Benefits Athletes & The Environment
“Pivot is a game-changer,” said Joe Fields, President & CEO of TenCate Americas. “For the first time, athletes can experience the performance of natural grass on an artificial surface—without infill, plastic shedding, or unnecessary environmental trade-offs.”
Athletes and coaches alike are taking notice.
“Everyone seems to love the feel, the playability, and the cushioning,” said Eric George, Assistant Vice President and Deputy Athletic Director at Rice University. “The lack of rubber pellets is a huge advantage—no more unnecessary turf burns or debris everywhere.”
Pivot also significantly reduces carbon emissions by eliminating the need for performance infill and drastically lowering plastic shedding, a common issue with traditional turf. Additionally, Pivot requires zero watering, mowing, pesticides, or fertilizers, making it an environmentally friendly alternative to natural grass.
Built to Last, Engineered to Perform
Pivot isn’t just built to perform—it’s built to outlast and outperform every other synthetic turf system. Featuring:
🏆 50% longer lifespan than standard synthetic turf.
🏆 3x more total fibers and 16x more individual fibers than competitors.
🏆 Industry-first 12-year warranty.
“For over a year, our outdoor sports teams have been playing on Pivot, and it continues to exceed expectations,” said Tucker Barnard, Athletic Director & Head Football Coach at Shiloh Christian School.
Next-Level Cooling Technology for Warm Climates
For facilities in warmer regions, Pivot can be paired with GeoCool™, a cutting-edge cooling additive made from 100% recyclable, non-toxic minerals, designed to reduce surface temperatures and enhance player comfort.
Pivot is available in multiple face weights and over 10 colors, making it adaptable to a variety of sports applications.
The Future of Turf is Here
“Every so often, an innovation completely redefines an industry, and for synthetic turf, that time is now,” said Dr. Colin Young, Global Director of R&D at TenCate. “Pivot doesn’t just look like grass—it plays like grass, season after season, game after game.”
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About TenCate
TenCate is the world’s leading manufacturer, distributor, and installer of synthetic turf solutions for sports and landscape applications. With operations in the United States, Netherlands, UK, and UAE, TenCate serves customers in over 40 countries, delivering cutting-edge turf innovations from R&D to installation and recycling.
For more information, visit www.tencategrass.com.
