Heated sports fields have many benefits that help offset initial installation costs and ongoing operation costs. First and foremost are player safety and performance, enhanced by improved playing surface in sub-freezing conditions. Second, the field heating system extends the use of the field. Less plowing results in less wear on the field surface, which extends its useful life and offsets capital expenditures.

Electric heating is FIELDS preferred method of field heating. FIELDS employs TruHeat’s proprietary amorphous metal ribbon technology for electric field heating. The distinctive characteristics of amorphous metal ribbons contribute to a remarkable energy efficiency, resulting in potential savings of up to 40% compared to alternative electric heating sources. To learn more about the benefits of electric field heating and amorphous metal ribbon technology, continue reading below.

Hydronic heating uses HPDE and PEX tubing to circulate water heated by high-capacity gas boilers to keep fields heated. It’s widely used in professional sports globally but requires continuous operation during the playing season in northern states. It takes 12-14 days to reach full capacity, which is further out than reliable snowfall forecasts or temperature swings. Operating costs are generally higher due to natural gas consumption during the season.