TurfBreeze greens fans, developed to provide airflow on the surface of golf course greens, is the most respected name in surface aeration. Because better air circulation promotes an overall healthier turf environment, the demand for TurfBreeze has spread throughout the nation and is expanding around the world.
Heat Stress
The alleviation of heat stress is the primary reason most golf course superintendents use turf fans on their greens. Solar heat can have a devastating effect on turfgrass. When a green’s subsoil temperature reaches high levels, turfgrass roots begin to shrink, diminishing the quality of the putting surface. Turf fan use can lower the surface temperature of a green up to 10° Fahrenheit, which in turn, lowers the soil temperature approximately 4° to 6° F. In addition, turf fan use increases turfgrass transpiration, cooling the plant internally and keeping it healthier overall.
Moisture, Frost, and Shade Control
As an added benefit, TurfBreeze fans can be used to evaporate excess moisture from light rain or heavy morning dew to minimize frost delays, allowing play during times of cooler temperatures. Although thinning trees works best, turf fans have shown to improve the quality of shaded greens. TurfBreeze will assist you in planning turf fan size, quantity, and placement to best suit the needs of your course.
"As we experience a difficult economy, many clubs are forced to make tough decisions relating to various areas of their operating costs. Maintaining good greens becomes that much more important to attracting customers and continuing to exceed member expectations." Dan Meersman, Superintendent
TurfBreeze Assists with Tournament Preparation at U.S. Senior Open
Pictured - Andy Redd with Crooked Stick architect, Pete Dye
In preparation for the U.S. Senior Open, Superintendent Kirk Richmond contacted
Andy Redd (TurfBreeze Product|Project Manager) for advice on the best possible
procedure to remove his TurfBreeze fans for
the tournament. Andy was able to free his schedule and volunteered to come to the tournament to assist with fan removal and storage and with tournament preparation.
