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Modular balancing playsystem

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20.06.2020

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FRISIA is a new PLAYPARC product range for children between 4 and 10 years where they can balance and play. Perfect for use in busy schoolyards or on public playgrounds. Or also at the adventure pool...

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IAKS member Myrtha organises webinar on 26 June free of charge

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20.06.2020

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On June 26th 2020, MIWAEC (Myrtha International Webinars for Architecture, Engineering and Construction Industries) will hold a free webinar entitled “The New Vision of Sports Facilities – From a...

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ECHA recommends complete ban of microplastic infill on artificial turf

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18.06.2020

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With respect to the use of microplastics as infill material on artificial turf pitches, ECHA's Committee for Risk Assessment (RAC) recommends a complete ban after a transition period of six years.

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Expert Talk: The future of artificial turf

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12.06.2020

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Live Expert Talk on the future of artificial turf. Wednesday June 24th from 14.30-15.30 (GMT+2).

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IAKS LAC organizes video conference on impact of Covid-19

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10.06.2020

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How does the pandemic effect the use of sports and recreational facilities? On Friday 26 June at 1 p.m. EST the IAKS LAC is hosting a video conference bringing together professionals from the sports...

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Canadian approach to the COVID-19 pandemic

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09.06.2020

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The Canadian approach to the COVID-19 pandemic has been developed at a national, provincial and municipal level. While the national government can develop policy the real successes and disappointments...

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