a Calhoun, Ga.-based manufacturer of monofilaments, texturized yarn and fibrillated products for the artificial turf industry — has introduced Star, a star-shaped artificial turf monofilament yarn.
The 1,800-denier, 315-micron-thick yarn features an extra-wide blade design measuring 1.35 millimeters that offers a more natural look and better infill coverage than are achieved using traditional turf yarns. It has been optimized for abrasion resistance and durability, and testing using the Lisport? wear tester has shown the yarn can endure 55,000 cycles without fiber splicing, Polytex USA reports. Star yarn may be manufactured in either a single or dual tone.
"The new Star shaped yarn combines aesthetics with performance to enhance the overall look of the turf," said Axel Hinrichs, CEO, Polytex USA. "[It] offers a nice alternative to the ever increasing yarn choices out of the Far East. Turf produced using our yarn is truly made in the USA."
