LISPORTâ„¢ – Synthetic Turf Wear Testing System
The reference method for mechanical wear simulation
The LISPORTâ„¢ is a wear simulation system developed by Labosport in the late 1990s to reproduce the mechanical ageing of synthetic turf surfaces.
Used worldwide for over 25 years, it remains the reference method for assessing how turf systems respond to repeated mechanical stress. It is widely adopted by manufacturers, laboratories, and designers, particularly in contexts where standardized evaluation methods are required. Its long-term use has established a strong link between laboratory testing and observed field degradation.
The LISPORTâ„¢ method is integrated into European standards, including EN 15306 and EN 15330, and is also referenced in international testing practices such as FIH protocols
Evaluating turf performance over time
Assessing synthetic turf durability requires more than measuring individual components. It involves understanding how fibres behave under repeated stress, including abrasion and extraction forces.
The LISPORTâ„¢ makes it possible to replicate these mechanisms in a controlled environment, helping to evaluate fibre resistance, backing performance, and overall system integrity over time.
Key benefits
- Established reference method
Used worldwide for over 25 years in durability assessment - High mechanical stress application
Generates significant fibre abrasion and pulling forces - Efficient for R&D
Requires only small samples, suitable when materials are limited - Consistent wear generation
Stud configuration ensures homogeneous wear across the sample
How the LISPORTâ„¢ works
The system operates using two rollers, each fitted with 145 standard studs, moving across the turf sample. These rollers are connected by a chain with a defined gear ratio, creating significant longitudinal friction.
At the same time, the sample is mounted in a holder capable of transverse movement, generating additional perpendicular friction. This combined action reproduces the mechanical ageing of the surface, including both abrasion and fibre extraction effects.
Performance and testing approach
The LISPORTâ„¢ test method is designed to generate a high level of fibre wear and stress on the backing structure. This allows performance to be assessed before and after testing, particularly in terms of fibre retention and structural integrity.
Its ability to work with small samples makes it especially useful during early-stage product development or when material availability is limited.
