Arena Baixada: the sixth FIFA PRO stadium approval signed by Italgreen
Home to Atlético Paranaense since 1924, the year it was inaugurated, the Joaquim Américo Stadium, also called "Arena Baixada" or "Caldeirão," has received the world's highest FIFA Quality Pro approval for the sixth year in a row. Once again, a great recognition of the quality of Italgreen fields.
One of the star stadiums of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil has also received recognition from FIFA in 2021, for the sixth year in a row, obtaining the highest world homologation. Another great satisfaction for Italgreen, which sees its expertise in the construction of synthetic turf sports facilities confirmed and recognized worldwide.
Technical quality and innovation: when Italgreen makes the difference
It was 2016 when Italgreen signed off on the resurfacing of the Arena Baixada, a stadium that had undergone several renovations back in 2014 in preparation for the World Cup it would host. Despite the fact that these renovations had made it one of the most modern stadiums in the country and in all of South America, due to the scarcity of light and oxygen that prevented the field's grass from growing, it became necessary to build a synthetic turf field.
This is precisely where Italgreen came in, producing an excellent quality product for one of the largest and most important stadiums in the world.
In this regard, there have been many positive and appreciative comments from athletes who have had the opportunity to play on the field over the years.
Among the main qualities found are:
- Stability in running
- Excellent ball bounce
- Minimal abrasiveness
- Aesthetics of the turf
- Natural grass effect
- Cool surface even in high temperatures
- Absence of slush in case of rain
62 Lesmo HD Geofill N: the system used for the Arena Baixada
With a height of 62mm and three different shades of green, the turf used in the Brazilian stadium has a particularly realistic effect. There was also no lack of attention to the environment, thanks to the natural Geofill® infill consisting of natural and environmentally friendly elements, patented by Italgreen.
FIFA PRO's sixth homologation
The quality and high degree of innovation of the product made by Italgreen certainly did not go unnoticed. In addition to the appreciation of the players, the Arena Baixada was officially recognized by FIFA, which approved its homologation. Also in April 2021, for the sixth year in a row, the field made by Italgreen was certified according to the "FIFA Quality Program for Football Turf - FIFA Quality PRO."
A certification that recognizes the quality of the Italian company that continues to revolutionize international soccer fields by introducing the use of synthetic turf. More than 100, in fact, are Italgreen's FIFA Quality Pro approved fields.
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The choice of an innovative product such as artificial turf positively affects the performance of the field both in terms of play and in terms of management and maintenance, and, thanks to the use of 100% eco-friendly materials, it does not forget the concern for the environment.
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