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The surfaces that last are the ones that get maintained.

SignatureCare™ is Australia's leading professional maintenance program for synthetic turf and sports surfaces.

THE PROBLEM

Synthetic turf is not set and forget.

Most organisations install a synthetic surface and consider the job done. It isn't. Without a planned maintenance program, deterioration follows a predictable path. Fibres fold over and become trapped within compacted infill. Infill migrates from high-use areas. Organic contamination accumulates. Seams weaken. Surface hardness increases.

The result is a decline in safety, playability, and asset life, turning a 10-12 year investment into a surface that performs like one at year six.

Without maintenance

  • Fibres fold over and become encapsulated by compacted infill. Reduced traction increases injury risk.
  • Infill migrates from high-use areas. Uneven footing and exposed seams develop.
  • Algae and moss establish within the surface. Slippery conditions become a safety concern.
  • Seam failures create trip hazards. Liability exposure increases.
  • Surface hardness rises beyond acceptable thresholds. Head injury and concussion risks increase.
  • Manufacturer maintenance requirements are not met. Warranty protection may be voided.
Synthetic turf maintenance machine cleaning artificial grass sports field
Planned Preventative Maintenance

Introducing SignatureCare™

Built around your facility. Not a generic schedule.
SignatureCare™ is Tuff Group's planned preventative maintenance program. Every program is designed from the ground up, based on your specific surface type, usage intensity, and facility conditions. No two programs are the same.
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Surfaces Covered

Synthetic Turf

School ovals, soccer, AFL, hockey, cricket & multi-sport fields.

Acrylic Courts

Tennis, netball, basketball & hard courts.

Rubber & Athletics Surfaces

Playgrounds, run-off areas & athletics tracks rubber & synthetic.

Bowling & Golf Greens

Including mini golf & driving ranges.

The Process

How SignatureCare™ Works

Five steps. One team. Complete visibility.

01

Inspect

Every program begins with a site visit and a Surface Asset Condition Audit, documenting surface condition, type, usage frequency, and everything needed to design a program that fits your facility from day one.

02

Design

Using the Asset report and sport code recommendations, the SignatureCare™ team designs a tailored Planned Preventative Maintenance Program — every task, its frequency, and who is responsible, customised to your surface, usage and budget.

03

Execute

All services are delivered by in-house SignatureCare™ surface technicians, trained and equipped specifically for synthetic surface maintenance. Every visit is completed to a documented standard.

04

Record

Full documentation at every visit — Scheduled Maintenance Activity Reports, Completion Reports, Usage Logs, and a complete maintenance history. Managed via our customer portal for real-time access to every service record.

05

Analyse & Improve

Continuous improvement is built into the program. The SignatureCare™ team keeps clients updated with research outcomes, proactive recommendations, and early identification of issues before they become problems.

THE BARS METHOD

What happens at every visit

SignatureCare™ technicians follow four fundamental maintenance operations at every service — keeping surfaces performing safely and extending their lifespan.
B

Brushing

Rejuvenates matted fibres and levels the top portion of infill. Restores surface to playing condition.

A

Aerating

Prevents over-settling of infill using rotating tines. Critical for maintaining consistent Gmax performance.

R

Raking

Prevents fibres from matting and loosens infill to restore surface evenness in high-wear areas.

S

Sweeping

Removes leaves, dust, and organic matter before it works into infill and creates hazards.

Premium Quality

Built to Last

In-house installation and maintenance teams

Same organisation that installs your surface maintains it. No handovers, no accountability gaps.

Certified to the highest standards

FIFA, FIH, IAAF, ITF, AS/NZS 4422, ISO 9001.

Customer portal

Every service, every report, every visit logged and accessible to you in real time.

National reach

Servicing Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, and regional Australia.

ISO 9001
Certified
Award Winner
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Protect your surface. Protect your investment.

Whether you manage a school oval, council facility, sporting club, or private court, our team will review your facility and provide a tailored program recommendation.
Book a Free Surface Assessment

No obligation. We'll review your facility and come back with a tailored recommendation.

CASE STUDY

How fortnightly maintenance added four+ years to a FIFA-certified field.

St Kevin's College, Glen Iris VIC

Three FIFA-certified pitches, an AFL oval, an FIH hockey pitch, an IAAF athletics track, and 12 cricket nets. Fortnightly SignatureCare™ maintenance in place since installation day.

All FIFA pitches certified to FIFA Quality. FIH pitch certified to Multisport. IAAF track to National Standard. 1,200+ tonnes of product diverted from landfill at end of lifespan.

8–10
Expected lifespan (years)
12–14
Projected with SignatureCare™
Fortnightly
Maintenance cadence since installation

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about synthetic turf maintenance

It depends on usage intensity. A school oval used six days a week typically requires fortnightly maintenance. Lower-traffic facilities may suit a 6-monthly program. SignatureCare™ designs each program around your actual usage data, not a generic schedule.

Fibres compact, infill migrates, seams fail, and surface hardness exceeds safe thresholds. The result is shorter lifespan, increased injury risk, voided warranty, and significantly higher long-term costs.

Yes. Most manufacturers require documented maintenance to honour warranty claims. Without a recorded program, a claim on a failing surface is likely to be rejected. SignatureCare™ provides the complete documentation trail required.

Yes. SignatureCare™ is available for any synthetic turf, acrylic court, or rubber surface regardless of who installed it. We begin with a Comprehensive Dilapidation Report to assess current condition.

Gmax measures surface hardness against ASTM F355 standards; the benchmark for safe impact performance on synthetic surfaces. Poorly maintained turf regularly fails Gmax testing, creating genuine concussion risk. SignatureCare™ includes Gmax measurement at every visit.

Program investment varies based on surface type, size, and usage intensity. What stays consistent is the value case; extending surface life by 2–6 years defers a significant capital replacement. Contact us for a tailored quote.

Extending surface life by 2–6 years defers a significant capital replacement.

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