News: Schmitz Foam Products B.V.


Foam experts introduce product development

Foam experts introduce product development

Schmitz Foam Products is a global supplier of high-quality ProPlay Shockpads for artificial turf pitches. On 1st January 2024, the company will launch its latest product, the ProPlay-Sport23D/170. Read more


Certification for shock pads in The Netherlands

Certification for shock pads in The Netherlands

ProPlay, the sustainable shock pad produced by Schmitz Foam Products, has been officially certifiied by the Dutch Hockey Association (KNHB) as a subbase for field hockey fields. ProPlay ist produced of recycled foam. Read more


New norm defines future shock pad and e-layer performance

New norm defines future shock pad and e-layer performance

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is about to adopt a standard that specifies minimum performance and durability requirements for shock pads and e-layers. Schmitz Foam Products informs about the implications. Read more


Circular economy is „part of the DNA“

Circular economy is „part of the DNA“

From February 7th to the 12th, the „Circular Economy Week“ will take place in the Netherlands. The manufacturer of elastic layers and drainage products for artificial turf fields Schmitz Foam Products takes part. Read more


Shock pads: “More economical and ecological solution”

Shock pads: “More economical and ecological solution”

The ProPlay-MP12 shock pad by Schmitz Foam Products for play areas, small-sided game areas and multi-game areas facilitates children experiencing “the best and safest possible playing moments in the early stages of their lives”. Read more


Sustainable shock pads increase safety of sport surfaces

Shock pad producer Schmitz Foam shows with its ProPlay pads that sustainable synthetic turf systems are possible. The woven carpet utilizes TPE infill made from discarded plastic that has been reclaimed from the sea. Read more


Shock Pad Producer shares Internal Changes

The global synthetic turf market is an everchanging one. This is why the producer of shock pad Schmitz Foam has to constantly adapt as well. The company has now founded a new central department for quality and development. Read more


Shock Pad receives new update

The start of the new decade saw the ProPlay-Sport20 by Schmitz Foam Products undergoing an update, this to ensure the shock pad is future-proof. According to the company the renewed ProPlay-Sport20 passed with distinction. Read more


The continuous ProPlay loop of giving foam a purpose

ProPlay shock pads distinguish themselves in many ways, but one aspect that truly makes ProPlay, a product from Schmitz foam products, stand out is its respect for the environment. as it is made from redundant foams. Read more


Updated version of shock pads

As of January 2020, Schmitz Foam Products will replace its ProPlay-Sport20 shock pad by a renewed version. The change is necessary to answer the demand for the product and to remain on par with the latest developments. Read more


Artificial grass: Shock pads provide safe landings

Schmitz Foam Products ProPlay artificial grass pitches ensure that the performance and quality of a field are guaranteed over a long period of time. Shockpads also play an important role here. Read more


Shockpad outlasts lifespan of two synthetic turf carpets

A growing number of installations are proving that the lifespan of ProPlay® by Schmitz Foam meets expectations, thereby enabling stadium owners to offer a safe and durable surface over a longer period of time. Read more


Another round for shock pad at soccer field replacement

After eight years, the turf of a soccer field in IJburg (The Netherlands) had to be replaced. The ProPlay® shock pad underneath, which has been installed in 2010, was still fully functional. Read more


Spreading the Christmas spirit

All around the world sports and play are important in peoples lives. Next to the health and lifestyle benefits, it unites people. Schmitz encourages communities to provide safe play for everyone. Read more


Challenging project in Hong Kong

Schmitz Foam Products B.V. is an international supplier of shock absorbing and drainage products for artificial turf grounds. Recently, the company finished an extremely challenging project in Hong Kong. Read more


Protection against concussions at playgrounds

A study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests concussions are on the rise among children. A Synthetic turf, combined with a ProPlay drainage pad by Schmitz Foam Products can prevent that. Read more


Innovative solution for multi-use fields

A multi-use field was completed last January by Polytan, partner of Schmitz Foam, in Centennial Park Sydney. A synthetic turf system and drainage pad was applied. The field is an innovative solution to give different sports teams the opportunity to play in the same area. Read more