UltraBase Max
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UltraBase Max Artificial Grass
The UltraBaseSystems MAX Panel is a highly innovative, dual-layered modular base panel engineered specifically for full-sized athletic sports fields, heavy-impact contact sports, and playground safety. It is the first panel in the UltraBase lineup to integrate a built-in shock-absorbing cushion directly into a rigid structural drainage panel. Molded from a high-impact, 100% recyclable polymer. This layer features vertical drainage holes and patented turf barbs that mechanically grip the synthetic grass backing to eliminate fabric shifting, wrinkling, or sliding under player friction. A state-of-the-art foam cushioning matrix factory-fused underneath the panel. This layer remains structurally firm underfoot for optimal athletic energy restitution but yields during high-impact falls. Achieves a highly protective GMAX rating of 117 completely on its own (with zero turf or infill over it). When topped with standard artificial grass and infill, the GMAX drops to a safe 80, minimizing the risk of severe player concussions and lower-limb trauma.
Product Information
Review the product overview, technical specifications, recommended applications, installation notes, and warranty information.
Built For Natural Landscape Performance
The UltraBase Systems (UBS) MAX Panel is a dual-layer, high-performance interlocking base panel designed as the ultimate safety, shock-absorption, and rapid-drainage foundation for synthetic turf installations. Standing at 1.125 inches thick, it fuses the rigid, load-bearing properties of a structural landscape panel with a state-of-the-art bottom shock-absorbing membrane. Manufactured by Ultra Base Systems, it is explicitly engineered to maximize athlete/child safety and speed up large-scale commercial or residential projects through its patented "Drop-'N-Lock" connection technology. The core destination for the MAX series. Its integrated under-layer membrane delivers an excellent standalone HIC (Head Injury Criterion) impact attenuation profile of 1.0 meter. This makes it a preferred alternative to loose rubber mulch or thick poured-in-place rubber safety surfacing. Frequently used to support full-sized multi-sport fields, soccer pitches, and indoor agility complexes. It achieves an elite, safety-certified standalone GMAX rating of 117 (dropping down to a soft, joint-friendly 80 or lower once synthetic turf and infill are integrated) to mitigate sports-related concussions.
- Natural multi-tone appearance
- Soft realistic blade structure
- Drainage-friendly construction
- Low-maintenance performance
- UV-stabilized color retention
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Recommended Applications
UltraBase MAX Panels (by Ultra Base Systems) are heavy-duty, ultra-robust structural interlocking modules engineered explicitly for large-scale athletic sports fields, stadium retrofits, and elite high-traffic public installations. As a premier solution for massive footprints, the Ultra Base MAX Panel is built to absorb extreme impact, maximize rapid drainage, and provide a perfectly predictable playing plane over expansive outdoor athletic arenas. Specifically optimized as the ultimate aggregate stone alternative under synthetic turf for soccer, football, and rugby stadiums. The massive cells distribute repetitive player loads and heavy impact forces flawlessly across the entire field matrix. Installed on fields that frequently host non-sporting events like concerts, graduations, or stage productions. The panels support the static live weight of utility trucks, maintenance gators, soft-tire forklifts, and emergency response vehicles with zero surface sinking or indentation. Deployed across sprawling recreation complexes to build fields that will not suffer from uneven settling, ruts, or base erosion over decades of continuous community play.
- High-Impact, Elite Athletic Applications
- Suited for Professional Sports Stadiums
Installation & Care Notes
Installing UltraBase Systems (UBS) Max Panels focuses heavily on maximum athletic shock absorption and safety, specifically for sports fields and playgrounds where critical fall height and G-Max ratings are essential. The Max Panel features a structural engineered tile design fused to a specialized, integrated cushion of foam on the underside. Each panel measures 1¼ inches thick, covers a large surface area of 7.91 square feet, and utilizes an efficient drop-and-lock installation technique. According to official UltraBase Systems Product Data, this layout allows commercial facilities to convert hard surfaces like old asphalt parking lots or concrete pads directly into safe athletic fields without needing to excavate tons of subgrade rock. Clean the surface using an industrial pressure washer or power sweeper to clear all loose grit. Check the pad for deep potholes, lumps, or severe cracks. Patch any surface anomalies to ensure a stable foundation, maintaining a uniform 1% slope for water drainage. Strip away existing sod, weeds, and organic topsoil. Grade the dirt to create a smooth slope toward drainage swales, and run a heavy vibratory plate compactor until it hits 95% compaction density. Roll out a high-flow, non-woven geotextile fabric directly over the dirt.
- Professional base preparation recommended
- Use appropriate infill for the application
- Brush fibers periodically to maintain appearance
- Rinse as needed for dust, pets, or debris
- Confirm drainage needs before installation
Warranty & Availability
The UltraBase Systems (UBS) MAX Panel is backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. This structural warranty covers the material composition and physical performance of the heavy-duty modular panels when used as an alternative sub-base foundation for large-scale sports fields, vehicular turf areas, and commercial municipal projects. Full coverage if the injection-molded panel bodies or locking cell mechanisms crack, warp, or experience material fatigue under approved load conditions. The warranty protects the panel against crushing from steady static pressure. The MAX panel's dense ribbing structure is engineered to endure commercial weight loads. Guarantees that the polymeric resin matrix will not rot, corrode, or structurally break down when buried underground or exposed to sub-surface moisture, mold, or soil chemistry.
- Manufacturer-backed product support
- Nationwide shipping availability
- Sample requests available
- Project quote support available
- Installation support available in select markets
Where UltraBase Max Works Best
A simple application guide to help customers understand where this turf is most commonly used.
Residential Landscapes
Its Realistic Texture and Density make it Ideal for Decks, Rooftops, Patios, and Pet Play Areas.
Pet Areas
Durable Enough for Pets.
High-Impact Facilities
Ideal for high schools, universities, and municipal parks.
Slit-Film Fiber
The unique interlaced structural design holds down the infill material.
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