RSI SPORTS Turf Panels deliver sports performance, impact attenuation, drainage and water storage for any type of artificial turf field. They can also be fitted with a field heating system to keep the field playable during winter.
The panels combine the deliverables of the RSI SPORTS Base Panel and the popular permavoid systems into one modular but stable system for use underneath artificial turf surfaces.
When placed on an impermeable layer, RSI SPORTS Turf Panels create water storage with sufficient capacity to water or cool down a field during dry, hot summer conditions.
Community will take ownership
The panels are easy to install and do not necessarily require the use of heavy-duty equipment or experienced installation crews. The panels can be installed on any flat and stable surface without the need for preparing a subbase first.
Where possible, it is advised that clubs and municipalities use the local community for the installation of the Turf Panels. This will save the club or municipality some valuable funds, but, more importantly, will also stimulate the community to take ownership of the property they helped to deliver.
Sustainable product
The RSI SPORTS Turf Panels are produced in Europe. They are made of recycled polypropylene and experience hardly any degradation in quality. The springy conditions of the panels deliver the required impact attenuation even when the artificial turf surface is installed on a concrete or asphalt surface.
RSI SPORTS Turf Panels maintain their performance characteristics and dimensional strength over a period of not less than 25 years.
Safe surface
The impact absorbing capacities of the panels comply with all rules regarding fall protection for playgrounds, sports fields and other synthetic surfaces.
The panels measure 1m x 1m and have been designed for easy assembly of a sports surface. They can be combined with artificial turf for football and rugby. RSI SPORTS also uses Turf Panels in hybrid fields for stadium surfaces.
Let’s build smarter. Think Turf Panels
Why Turf Panels?
How Much Does Rock REALLY Cost?
Every year, turf manufacturers introduce the latest “turf technology.” But have you ever noticed there’s almost no innovation when it comes to the base? Think about it—the base is HALF of the project and by far the most difficult part… yet, we keep tackling the same challenges with the same outdated methods.
All turf installers agree that an alternative to rock would be a game-changer. But the big question is always:
“Do panels cost more than rock?”
The simple answer? Yes—if you only compare material costs. But that’s the wrong question. The cost of buying material is very different from the cost of installing material. When you factor in time, labor, and the many challenges that come with using rock, the equation changes quickly.
Let’s break it down into four key cost factors:
1) Tangible Costs
- Fewer crew members needed
- Faster project completion
- Less heavy equipment required
- Reduced wear and tear on labor
These alone often offset the material cost difference between panels and rock—but that’s just the beginning.
2) Intangible Costs
Rock installations come with hidden hassles that drive up costs, such as:
✔️ Excavating and discarding 4+ inches of dirt
✔️ Killing grass and damaging surrounding areas
✔️ Waiting on deliveries or making multiple trips to rock yards
✔️ Managing difficult site conditions (slopes, tight spaces, weather issues)
✔️ Renting, purchasing, and maintaining equipment
✔️ Risk of injury and crew fatigue
These variables don’t just add time—they cost money.
3) Opportunity Costs
A faster installation means more completed projects per month.
If switching to panels saves just two days per month on rock-related work, that’s 24 extra working days per year—an entire month of additional revenue.
4) Hidden Costs
A major installation company recently analyzed 10 years of warranty claims. The result?
👉 90% of callbacks weren’t due to the turf—it was the base!
Think about that—nine out of ten issues were related to the foundation, not the surface. Reducing these callbacks means saving time, money, and unnecessary headaches.
So, How Much Does Rock REALLY Cost?
When you factor in labor, time, risk, and lost opportunities, the cost of using rock is far higher than just the price per ton. Turf panels change the game—giving you a faster, easier, and more reliable solution.
Ready to rethink your base? Let’s build smarter. Think Turf Panels
