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TSHEAR2-M - Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester with hard case

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TSHEAR2-M
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Turf-Tec International, Tallahassee, Florida. USA (850) 580-4026This product is made by Turf-Tec International in the USA

Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester
(Shear Vane) TSHEAR2-M
Unit includes 0-30 nm (Newton Meter) wrench

The new Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester also known as a shear vane apparatus in scientific literature is a specially designed tool to test the stability of athletic field turfgrass root systems. In addition, the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester can also test the types and depth of cleats that will perform best in your particular turfgrass root system and environment. Knowing the correct cleat to play in will not only insure proper footing during play, but will also reduce slipping and may also create a safer playing environment for athletes.

The new Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester also known as a shear vane apparatus in scientific literature is a specially designed tool to test the stability of athletic field turfgrass root systems. In addition to shear vane testing, the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester can also test the types and depth of cleats that will perform best in your particular turfgrass root system and environment. Knowing the correct cleat for play will ensure proper footing during play and will also reduce slipping and create safer playing environments for athletes.

The unique design of the new Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester with the shear vane foot allows for turf stability to be tested ensuring the health of the root system directly on athletic fields. The Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester also tests different cleat designs and cleat depths to ensure proper footing during play. Simply unscrew the shear vane testing foot and screw in the desired cleats to be used during play and insert the tool into the soil. Simply press down and turning the tool until the turf fails will provide you with a reading in Newton Meters as to the shear strength of the turf. Different cleat types and depths can be tested and compared to each other directly on the playing surface before matches or games. These tests will ensure the cleat choice is optimum for the field on that given day, regardless of field moisture, soil types, turf varieties or weather conditions.  This is the tool used by professional stadiums to measure shear strength before every game. For Horse Tracks, the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester can be used on Dirt, Turf, Synthetic and Grass racetracks to assess footing.
Determine if you are going to test with the shear vane footDetermine if you are going to test with cleats Step 1
Determine if you are going to test with cleats or the shear vane foot.		 Remove the torque wrench from tool. Step 6
Remove the torque wrench from the top receptacle on the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester.
Press Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester firmly into ground until tool shear vane foot or cleats are all the way into the soil surface. Step 2
Press Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester firmly into ground until tool shear vane foot or cleats are all the way into the soil surface.		 Remove the tool from the soil and if any turf is on the shear vane, eject it by hand with the ejection foot and lever. Step 7
Remove the tool from the soil and if any turf is on the shear vane, eject it by hand with the ejection lever.
Place torque wrench into receptacle on top of Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester as shown. Step 3
Place torque wrench into receptacle on top of Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester as shown.		 Pressing down on ejector level to remove soil. Step 8
Pressing down on ejector level to remove soil.
While pressing firmly down on the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester, turn the torque tool using both handles toward the follower needle. When the turf starts to tear, this is the highest number you will see on the follower needle. Step 4
Using light pressure on the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester, turn the torque tool using both handles toward the follower needle.  When the turf starts to tear, this is the highest number you will see on the follower needle. It is unnecessary to completely tear the turf or shear the roots off.  Note, do not push down on tool while testing.		 After Testing, remove the torque wrench and reset the follow needle to zero. Re apply torque wrench before testing again. Step 9
After Testing, remove the torque wrench and reset the follower needle to zero. Reapply the torque wrench before testing again.
Read maximum reading on the follower needle and record this number Step 5
Read maximum reading on the follower needle and record this number.		 Repeat above procedure for each different type of cleat to be tested Step 10
Repeat above procedure for each different type of cleat to be tested.

Testing Areas with Shear Vane foot

Using the shear vane foot on the Turf-Tec Shear Strength tester (See photos below) will produce a shear value number that has been researched by the scientific community on sports field s for over 25 years, however data is still being collected on different grass species and soil types.Using the shear vane foot on the Turf-Tec Shear Strength tester (See photos below) will produce a shear value number that has been researched by the scientific community on sports fields for over 25 years.  Please note that data is still being collected on different grass species and soil types. You should take at least three readings from each area of the field being tested to get an average of the shear strength of the turf for each area being tested. It is recommended that the field be tested as close to game time as possible to ensure variables such as soil moisture content does not change. Different soil moisture contents will be the greatest variable in testing shear strength. It is recommended that when testing shear strength, soil moisture readings should also be recorded by using a Turf-Tec Moisture Sensor. This will ensure that soil moisture is in the same range each time you test that particular field. Worn areas should be tested and compared to non-worn areas to see the difference in shear strength between these areas.

Testing Areas with Cleats

Using cleats on the Turf-Tec Shear Strength tester (See photos below) will allow different cleats to be tested before a game is played.  It is recommended that cleat readings be taken on the practice field with the same length cleat the particular athlete or team regularly uses.  At least three reading from different areas of each area of the field should be tested to get an average of the shear strength of the turf with the cleats.  These "baseline" numbers from your own practice fields can be then compared to the field about to be played on and different length cleats can then be tried until similar numbers (as compared to the baseline numbers) are achieved. It is recommended that the field be tested as close to game time as possible to ensure variables like soil moisture content does not change. Different soil moisture contents will be the greatest variable in testing shear strength. If you are testing the same field over time and comparing the shear strength, it is recommended that a Turf-Tec Moisture Sensor also be used to ensure that soil moisture is in the same range each time you test that particular field. Worn areas should be tested and compared to non-worn areas to see the difference in shear strength between these areas. Using the new Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester with cleats will ensure your players are wearing the right cleat for that field. Take the guess work out of choosing the correct cleat and let science determine the best choice.

Switching from shear vane to cleats on Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester

Switching from the shear vane foot to testing cleats on the Turf-Tec Shear Strengthe Tester is very easy, Simply place Phillips screwdriver in ejector foot center hole and remove screw

Remove four Phillips screws from shear vane foot Remove shear vane foot

Unit is ready for testing
1) Switching from the shear vane foot to testing cleats on the Turf-Tec Shear Strengthen Tester is very easy, Simply place Phillips screwdriver in ejector foot center hole and remove screw. 3) Remove four Phillips screws from shear vane foot Remove shear vane foot. 5) Unit is ready for testing.

Remove ejector foot plate from unit

Place cleats in holes provided in the base of the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester

Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester = Test as instructed above
2) Remove ejector foot plate from unit. 4) Place cleats in holes provided in the base of the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester. 6) Test as instructed above.

Uses
The Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester is not only useful in determining what types of cleats to wear before play, it is also useful in testing the strength of the turfgrass root system and its ability to resist wear.

New Sod
The Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester is also useful in testing areas that have been re-sodded to ensure the sod is rooted down enough for play. Test the sod seam and corner areas more than other areas to ensure safe footing.

Horse Racetracks
The Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester is useful in testing race track surfaces like Dirt, Turf, Synthetic and Grass racetracks to monitor surfaces for consistency and safety of jockeys and horses and to ensure safe footing.

Results and readings
Research has shown in general that readings as listed below are good general guidelines for footing*, however, additional testing and research is being conducted. The Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester is also useful in testing areas that have been re-sodded to be sure the sod is rooted down enough for play. Test the seam and corner areas the most to ensure safe footing.

Link to a good article entitled “How to Measure Playability for Safe Sports Fields” See pages 8-13

Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester supplied with hard plastic carrying case

Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester supplied with hard plastic carrying case

Specifications

  • Overall Height (of assembled unit) - 33 1/2 inches (85 cm)
  • Overall Weight (of assembled unit) - 7 1/2 pounds (3.4 kg)
  • Overall Dimensions (of cased unit) - 43 x 16 x 5 1/2 inch (109 x 41 x 41 cm)
  • Overall Weight (of cased unit) - 17 pounds (8 kg)
  • Unit includes 0-30 nm (Newton Meter) wrench
  • Zinc Plated Steel for long life with stainless steel plunger and screws
  • One piece welded design
  • Unit comes with both cleats and Shear Vane foot
  • Highly accurate and calibrated torque scale reads from 0 to 30 Newton Meters (NM)
  • Torque wrench has follower needle to indicate highest value reading
  • Shipped in hard plastic protective case
  • Made in USA
The Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester is not only useful in determining what types of cleats to wear before play, it is also useful in testing the strength of the turfgrass root system and the ability to resist wear.

Turf-Tec International, Tallahassee, Florida. USA (850) 580-4026

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Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester (Shear Vane)  TSHEAR2-M

Optional unit for Synthetic Turf
Optional foot for Equine Area (Dirt and Synthetic Horse tracks and Arenas)

Warranty

Turf-Tec International Terms of Sale and Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY OF TURF-TEC INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTS Turfgrass Products Corporation - dba - Turf-Tec International ("Seller") warrants to the final purchaser, that all Turf-Tec International tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or improperly repaired by persons other than Turf-Tec International. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete tool, transportation prepaid, to Turf-Tec International after contacting Turf-Tec International and receiving a return authorization number. Please include a dated proof of purchase with your tool. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY. Return Policy: Turf-Tec International has been in business since 1976 and we pride ourselves in producing quality tools that last for years and years. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all of our products and will gladly accept any return for a credit to be used at Turf-Tec International for future orders or a check refund may be issued. There is a 30% re-stocking fee for all returned merchandise whether an in house credit or a refund is requested and shipping charges will not be refunded. All returned merchandise must be new and in re-salable condition. Turf-Tec will only receive returns if a return authorization number is first obtained from Turf-Tec International. Again, all returned merchandise must be new and in re-salable condition and Turf-Tec does not pay return shipping fee's. Hold Harmless Agreement The seller shall protect, defend, indemnify and hold the purchaser and their respective assigns and their attorneys, accountants, employees, officers and directors harmless from and against all losses, costs, liabilities, claims, damages and expenses of every kind and character, as incurred, resulting from or relating to or arising out of the inaccuracy of results, injury of user, injury of sports participant, turfgrass loss, warranty, covenant or any agreement made by the seller in this agreement.

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