Replacement foot for TSHEAR2 for Equine Areas like Dirt Horse Racetraccks and Synthetic Race Tracks and Horse Arenas

Replacement Foot For TSHEAR2 for Equine Areas like Dirt Horse Racetracks, Synthetic Race Tracks, Horse Arenas, Polo Fields and Equestrian Areas
TSHEAR2 is sold separately

For testing equine areas, the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester (TSHEAR2) can be fitted with the optional replacement foot for Equine Areas like dirt horse racetracks, synthetic racetracks, horse arenas, polo fields and equestrian areas. To use the unit for dirt and synthetic horse race tracks, switch the shear vane foot to the optional Equine Foot.

For dirt and synthetic racetracks and arenas, testing shear strength with the equine foot will give an indication of the amount of shear and shear strength potential on the base material. To begin the testing, the cushion layer should be removed to the base layer and the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester with the equine foot should be inserted into the base material and tested. Measuring areas at the 1/4-mile poles in test locations that are 5 and 15 feet from the rail will give a good indication of uniformity and consistency of the base material in the track. The goal is to have all shear strength readings on these test areas be within +/- 5% of each area.

For Polo Fields and Equestrian Areas, the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester (TSHEAR2) is also fitted with the optional replacement foot for Equine Areas to measure shear strength of deeper turfgrass roots systems required for equine events on turfgrass areas. Making sure shear strength is uniform across the entire playing surface will ensure good footing and safe playing conditions. Also, keeping a record of soil moisture will allow these shear strength numbers to be compared over time. It is also suggested that Clegg Impact Tests also be performed on these areas in order to get comparable gMax readings.

Also taking moisture readings at the same time and areas as shear strength test locations and ensuring that all the areas also have the same soil moisture percentage will allow consistency. Also, keeping a record of soil moisture will allow these shear strength numbers to be compared over time. It is also suggested that Clegg Impact Tests also be performed on these areas in order to get comparable gMax readings.

To switch from the shear vane foot to equine foot follow these steps

Place phillips screwdriver in ejector foot center hole and remove screw

Remove ejector foot plate from unit

Remove four Phillips screws from shear vane foot

Remove shear vane foot

Optional replacement foot Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester for Horse Dirt Racetracks, Arenas and polo fields

Place TSHEAR2 Equine foot on unit with same four screws as used with other foot

Tighten four screws on Equine Foot securely (do not overtighten)

Test equine foot on dirt track base layer by removing cushion layer and observe readings

Test points for equine areas like dirt horse racetracks, synthetic race tracks, horse arenas, polo fields and equestrian areas

For testing Dirt Horse Racetraccks, Synthetic Race Tracks

The Turf-Tec Shear Strength readings should be the in the same areas as the Clegg and Moisture Sensor readings

First, the cushion layer should be removed, and the Shear Strength Tester with the Equine Foot should be performed on the base material.

Total of 12 test areas the first 8 are at 1/4 mile posts.

Odd Numbered Drop points 1, 3, 5, 7 are taken 5 feet inside the rail.

Even Numbered Drop points 2, 4, 6, 8 are taken 15 feet inside the rail.

Drop Points 9 & 10 at the 1/4 mile pole in the front chute (1/4 chute).

Drop Points 11 & 12 at the 3/4 pole area that is in the back chute (3/4 chute).

2 additional test points can be added, 1 for the “Best” or unused area of the track and 1 for the “Worst” or most used area of the track like an equipment access gate.

12 suggested test areas for equine areas like Dirt Horse Racetracks, Synthetic Race Tracks shear strength and Clegg impact testing

16 suggested test areas for Polo Fields for shear strength, moisture and Clegg impact testing

TSHEAR2-EQUINE-FOOT Replacement Foot For TSHEAR2 for Equine Areas like Dirt Horse Racetracks, Synthetic Race Tracks, Horse Arenas, Polo Fields and Equestrian Areas

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TSHEAR2 Unit for Natural Grass Turf - NEEDED FOR THIS REPLACEMENT FOOT

Optional unit for Athletic Field Synthetic Turf

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To switch from the shear vane foot to equine foot follow these steps	Place phillips screwdriver in ejector foot center hole and remove screw	Remove ejector foot plate from unit

Remove four Phillips screws from shear vane foot	Remove shear vane foot	Optional replacement foot Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester for Horse Dirt Racetracks, Arenas and polo fields

Place TSHEAR2 Equine foot on unit with same four screws as used with other foot	Tighten four screws on Equine Foot securely (do not overtighten)	Test equine foot on dirt track base layer by removing cushion layer and observe readings