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KOLON GLOTECH | eco-friendly artificial grass Company

Introduction

Artificial grass,
state-of-the-art technology under your feet.

The culmination of everyday materials technology that you use daily
The only difference between Kolon’s artificial grass and real grass is that Kolon grass doesn’t grow.

Because we know what matters in the golf, sports, and playground surface
Kolon, the lifestyle innovator

KOLON GLOTECH | eco-friendly artificial grass Company

Why

In the game since 1987,
why Kolon Glotech?

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KOLON GLOTECH | Top-notch durability in the world

Top-notch durability in the world

Recognized worldwide for superior quality by becoming the first in Asia to acquire international artificial sports turf certifications including FIH (hockey field), FIFA (soccer field), ITF (tennis court), and WB (lawn bowls), Kolon provides high-density artificial grass that are more durable than the competition.

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KOLON GLOTECH | Safest artificial grass in the world

Safest artificial grass in the world

Kolon Glotech obtained the International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) certification, an autonomous safety certification system for play equipment and surfacing materials, and offers a full spectrum of surfacing materials safe from harmful chemicals such as the four major heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). We exceed recommendations and go the extra mile for the safety of children and athletes.

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KOLON GLOTECH | Sustainable and green

Sustainable and green

Kolon Glotech’s artificial grasses are synthetic turf structures that are recyclable at the end of the product life cycle. Unlike conventional artificial grasses that come with latex backings, we use polyolefin-based backing that makes our products the first recyclable artificial grass in the world. They are, above all, environment-friendly, and highly adaptable to climate change. Today, Kolon Glotech continues to develop other grass options that can co-exist with future generations.

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KOLON GLOTECH | Precise management of the entire production process

Precise management of the entire production process

We are committed to achieving precise quality control through internal control of all processes, from yarn production, tufting, to the backing process aimed at delivering the best-selling artificial grass in Korea.

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KOLON GLOTECH | A trusted brand

A trusted brand

Since we started out in 1987, we have gone through numerous transformations and advancements. However, we are making the utmost efforts to maintain our reputation as a trusted brand. We will continue to pursue customer satisfaction without neglecting after-sales management.

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KOLON GLOTECH | Constant innovation

Constant innovation

Instead of settling for being the first, we are developing a variety of products suitable for different situations and environment tailored to customers. From flooring materials optimized for sports to colored grass for interior decoration, we will present innovations free from the prejudice that artificial turf is just more of the same.

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History

The path Kolon
Glotech has taken

Meet Kolon’s artificial grass anywhere, from soccer fields, baseball fields, golf greens, playgrounds, terraces, to rooftops.

The artificial turf from Kolon Glotech that had left the first record in the history of artificial grass in Korea, is still leaving its mark in history.

Establishment and the rise

1987 ~ 1990

  • A joint venture, Kolon Seiren, is established
  • Construction of the Gumi factory begins
  • Acquires the FIH certification (first in Asia)

Business expansion and advancement of the business structure

1991 ~ 1999

  • Develops the 2G and 3G artificial grass structures
  • Obtains the new and the only artificial sports turf technology in the country
  • Registers 15 patents and designs on artificial grass
  • Kolon Glotech expands the artificial grass production line in Gumi factory
  • Acquires the ISO 9000 certificate
  • Acquires the ISO 14001 certificate

Challenges and growth

2000 ~ 2016

  • Becomes the official artificial turf supplier for Korea Football Association (KFA)
  • Develops composite artificial grass for soccer fields
  • Acquires the ITF certification (first in Asia)
  • Acquires the Korea Institute of Sports Science (KISS) certification
  • Becomes the first in Korea to acquire the Korean Standard (KS) certification
  • Becomes the first in Korea to acquire the Korea Eco-Label and the Green Certification
  • Develops an eco-friendly e-coating technology
  • Develops an artificial grass recycling technology
  • Acquires a New Excellent Technology (NET) certificate
  • Acquires a World Class Product of Korea certificate
  • Products and sports grounds tested to the FIFA quality program standards

Transformation and innovation

2017 and onward

  • Develops colored artificial grass (playground flooring)
  • Acquires the FIFA certification (first in Asia)
  • Develops the 4G system structure for non infill artificial grass
  • Acquires the ISO 45001 certificate
  • Acquires the IPEMA certificate
  • Develops Air Turf, the world’s first 3D fabric artificial grass structure

COLOR YOUR LIFE
with KOLON

KOLON GLOTECH | Top-notch durability in the world
KOLON GLOTECH | recyclable artificial grass engineered with the e-coating technology
KOLON GLOTECH | recyclable artificial grass engineered with the e-coating technology

Playground, painting the future

Kolon Glotech produces recyclable artificial grass engineered with the e-coating technology that applies polyolefin backing Recyclable artificial grass not only cuts down carbon emissions by 76% against conventional artificial grass, but also takes the lead in tackling climate change for future generations using green innovations that leaves no trace behind after using them.

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