Brushing
It keeps the fibres in a vertical position and it evens out the rubber granules on the surface. Skipping this operation or not doing it at all leads to bent fibres which will dramatically diminish the pitch’s quality.
Vacuuming
The rubber granules need constant aspiration in order to get rid of any impurities and dust that might deposit. Not only it keeps the playing surface clean, but also impacts the ball’s moving speed in particular and the quality of the game in general.
Disinfection treatments
Moisture cause various bacteria to form at the level of the fibres and the granules. These might carry serious health risks for the players and might lead to infections.
Aeration
As time passes and the pitch is played on, compactation is inevitable. As a result, the surface hardens increases and the crampons’ adherence is affected, also causing high risk of injuries.