Synthetic grass can get dangerously hot, whether youre located in a location that stays hot all year long or only in the summer months. It may debatably be one of the major drawbacks of a synthetic surface. When a synthetic grass surface is exposed to sunlight for prolonged periods of time, it can get hot and take some time to get cool. But due to considerable research and testing, Southwest Greens has the answer Hydrochill.
WHAT IS HYDROCHILL?
Hydrochill is an advanced technology that is added to the turf's infill that utilizes the power of evaporative cooling. This process works similarly to how sweating cools you. As the artificial grass is warmed up by the sun (solar radiation), moisture thats already there in the surface treated with Hydrochill evaporates to remove the heat and leave a cooler, more comfortable surface.
HOW DOES IT ACTUALLY WORK?
Ambient heat outside does not entirely control surface temperatures. Over time, sunlight (solar radiation), the angle of the sun, cloud coverage, wind, and several other components contribute to surface temperature. Hydrochill employs humidity to provide a cooling effect. This moisture comes from rainfall, dew, or irrigation to keep an artificial grass surface cool for days, based on weather conditions. It gives its biggest benefit throughout the hottest part of the day.
Based on lab and outdoor lawn thermocouple testing, Hydrochill has achieved 30 - 50 degrees cooler surface temperatures compared to standard turf systems. More testing was performed by a FLIR-Certified Thermographer utilizing the most sophisticated camera images and tech. Forward-Looking Infrared readings demonstrate just how much cooler the surface is with Hydrochill, depicted below.
This advanced technology comes in two kinds as spray and as a pre-coated sand infill. Both are similarly good at cooling the surface. Hydrochill moisture and can be activated from watering systems or a simple spray from your garden hose. It is non-toxic and doesnt have detrimental environmental effects.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
DECREASES HEAT-RELATED ILLNESSES
According to the CDC, heat exhaustion and heat stroke can be very dangerous. Heat exhaustion is the bodys answer to a heavy loss of water and salt usually through sweating. Heat stroke is even more dangerous, which happens when the human body cannot control its temperature, causing sweating mechanisms to break down. A synthetic turf cooling system helps to decrease these conditions by diminishing the surface temperature.
MORE COMFORTABLE
While its not a swelteringly hot and sunny day, artificial grass temps can get quite warm enough to feel unease. Hydrochill will work constantly to ensure your artificial lawn at a lower temp if you reside in a climate that has history of regular downpour. If you reside in a low humidity environment, a quick wash every now and then will keep it operating properly. It will be much more comfortable for both kids and pets feet.
BETTER PLAY
If you are investigating Hydrochill for an athletics field, it is one of the best investments you can make. heat and humidity may create trouble for players by elevating their body temperature too much and causing dehydration. When synthetic grass is cooled using an innovative technology such as Hydrochill, athletes will perform better by positively impacting their endurance.
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