Mercedes-Benz Superdome Selects Act Global's Syn

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NEWS RELEASE August 21, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ SUPERDOME SELECTS ACT GLOBAL’S SYN- THETIC TURF

American-based manufacturer completes installation of the latest artificial grass tech- nology for iconic New Orleans stadium.

Austin, TX- Act Global was chosen as the manufacturer and installer of turf for the SMG managed Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. The surface has recently been installed and is ready for the upcoming NFL preseason game between New Orleans Saints and Houston Texans on August 26.

As Louisiana’s premier sports and entertainment venue for the past 42 years, the stadium is rich in social and cul- tural history. It is best known for hosting the New Orleans Saints, seven Super Bowls and the annual college Allstate Sugar Bowl and the R & L Carriers New Orleans Bowl. In ad- ### dition, the historic Bayou Classic matching Southern Uni- versity against Grambling State University will be played About Act Global on November 25. As such, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Act Global is an American manufacturer and the field in- requires a turf surface that can meet the rigor and perfor- stallation was performed by company employees with nu- mance demands of the top pro and college players. merous installations at the highest professional levels. It incorporates biomechanics, science, research and quality The synthetic turf by Act Global is engineered and tested to methods in conjunction with its status as a FIFA Preferred offer a superior playing surface for the players. This proven Producer for Football Turf, World Rugby Preferred Turf Pro- methodology includes a wide range of quality and dura- ducer, FIH Preferred Supplier, and holding ISO 9001 and bility checks, biomechanical measurements and surface Synthetic Turf Council certifications. Its products have testing. “Act Global is honored to have been selected by undergone hundreds of independent laboratory tests for such a well-respected organization,” comments Act Global quality, durability, safety, environmental soundness and CEO John Baize. “We are impressed by the amazing pro- performance. fessionals at the stadium who demand the best for their teams. We are committed to staying at the forefront of Act Global offers artificial grass for sports, landscaping, player safety and performance for the Mercedes-Benz Su- aviation and landfill uses to 80 countries around the world. perdome and all our clients. Every player is important and To learn more about Act Global, please visit http://www. our purpose is to serve their playing needs.” actglobal.com.