Schmitz is a 4th generation family owned and operated business, established in 1935. Nowadays, the leading global supplier of top performance shock absorption and drainage pads, which are manufactured and distributed on-site under the ProPlay® brand. Over the years, Schmitz has build a reliable worldwide network of selected distribution and installation partners, offering clients long lasting high performance pitches with the lowest total cost of ownership. Today, Schmitz Foam Products has provided their products for 3000+ fields in more than 70 countries worldwide.

ProPlay® is the perfect surface for sport- and playgrounds, an excellent basis for a high quality artificial grass construction. The first ProPlay® pad was produced in 1992. Over the years, ProPlay® products are well known for bringing the best possible shock absorbing and drainage solutions. They are applied in various markets globally such as sports (soccer, tennis, hockey, rugby, football and multi-sports) and fall protection for playgrounds. Therefore, the reference list is extensive; Schmitz installs at least two sports field every day!

ProPlay®-Sport is the perfect basis for a high-quality synthetic turf construction. The characteristics of ProPlay®-Sport address the demands for various specific sport technical requirements.

Benefits:
✔ Sustainable solution 
✔ Excellent vertical and horizontal drainage
✔ Long term stability 
✔ Resistance to wear
✔ Playable in all weather conditions
✔ Easy installation
✔ 25 year guarantee
✔ 100 years life expectancy
✔ Lowest total cost of ownership

ProPlay®-Sport meets the highest quality demands set by professional sport associations such as FIFA, FIH, GAA, AFL and World Rugby. In comparison with other sport technical layers, ProPlay-Sport® brings consistent results for vertical deformation and shock absorption for its complete lifecycle, regardless of the intensity of use. That makes ProPlay®-Sport the unique solution for each sport and artificial turf system!

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The Engineering Team at Schmitz Foam is responsible for ensuring the optimization and efficiency of the production processes for ProPlay® shock absorption and drainage pads. Comprised of Industrial Automation Engineers, Process Support Engineers, and Process Engineers, the team focuses on automating manufacturing systems, troubleshooting production challenges, and continuously improving process workflows. Their expertise ensures that Schmitz Foam consistently produces high-quality, sustainable, and innovative products that meet the rigorous demands of global sports associations and clients.

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