The Anti-swelling Shock Pad is a composite underlay built for artificial turf systems. It combines a soft XPE foam substrate with a high-tension film layer, forming what we call a soft-rigid composite structure.
Traditional XPE foam pads absorb impact well but stretch, tear, and puncture easily under installation stress and field loading. This product addresses that gap. The tension film is laminated within or onto the foam substrate, acting as a skeleton layer that holds the pad's shape and resists deformation, while the foam layer continues to handle cushioning and shock absorption.
In short: the foam gives you softness, the film gives you structure. Together they form a shock pad that stays flat, stays intact, and holds up during handling, installation, and long-term field use.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Anti-swelling shock pad, composite underlay |
| Structure | Soft-rigid composite (foam + tension film) |
| Sandwich Layer | Tension film, provides tensile strength, tear resistance, dimensional stability |
| Substrate Layer | XPE foam, provides cushioning, shock absorption, waterproofing, resilience |
| Film Material Options | PE, PET, or woven mesh membrane |
| Film Processing | Stretched during manufacturing for high tensile strength and dimensional stability |
| Density | 80 density (high-density grade) |
| Compliance | FIFA 2024 tested, EN15330-4 tested |
| Application Layer | Elastic underlay beneath artificial turf systems |
The internal tension film restricts stretching and movement in the foam layer. This keeps the pad dimensionally stable after installation, rather than swelling, bunching, or losing shape under load.
Standard XPE foam tears easily during handling and installation. The laminated film layer reinforces the foam, reducing tear propagation and improving resistance to punctures from rough sub-base surfaces or installation tools.
The substrate layer is designed to resist water absorption, helping the pad maintain performance in wet conditions and reducing moisture-related degradation over time.
Between the tensile skeleton layer and the foam substrate, the pad holds its dimensions under the repeated loading of foot traffic and sports activity, rather than shifting or deforming at the seams.
The foam substrate layer continues to provide the cushioning function expected of a shock pad, supporting player safety standards on artificial turf fields.
This shock pad is designed for use beneath artificial turf systems, including:
It is intended for installation over compatible sub-bases, including concrete, asphalt, or compacted aggregate, as part of a layered turf system alongside drainage components.
The tension film reinforcement is designed to reduce tearing and deformation compared to plain XPE foam, which supports longer service life under normal field use. Specific lifespan will depend on installation conditions and usage load.
The substrate layer is designed to resist moisture absorption and support waterproofing performance. It is intended to work alongside a compatible drainage layer within the turf system rather than replace one.
The pad is designed as a standard elastic underlay layer and is compatible with common artificial turf system configurations. Confirm compatibility with your specific turf and sub-base setup before ordering.
The added film layer improves handling strength during installation, reducing the risk of tearing panels while laying or positioning them on the sub-base. Installation follows the same general layer sequence as standard shock pads.
