{"product_id":"soil-penetrometer-soil-compaction-tester-1","title":"Soil Penetrometer - Soil Compaction Tester","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis soil penetrometer (soil compaction tester) shows how severe compaction is and at what depth compacted zones sit within the soil profile, so remedial work can be planned on the basis of real measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompaction is among the most frequent and most damaging problems found in sports turf. Play combined with the machinery needed for maintenance presses soil particles together. Clay and silty soils, which hold a high share of fine particles, are especially susceptible, although any soil can become compacted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA healthy soil contains both large and small pore spaces that hold air and water and give roots and soil organisms room to breathe, grow and reproduce. These spaces are dynamic, letting air and water move through them, which ideally results in a well-drained, biologically active soil and a good playing surface. When soil is compacted these pores shrink or disappear, restricting the air, water and space available to roots and soil life. The outcome is poorer plant and soil health and saturated, poorly draining ground that gives an inadequate playing surface. Compaction can also reduce how efficiently applied fertilisers and chemicals are taken up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate measurement: precise gauge indicator for detecting compaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth analysis: identifies where compacted layers begin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional design: built for regular testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear readings: easy-to-read gauge movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete kit: supplied with a full instruction sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0-500 lbs pressure scale split into three indicator sections: Good, Fair and Poor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour-coded traffic light scale for easy reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated depth probe for straightforward identification of compacted zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional soil compaction testing of sports turf and other soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessing the severity and depth of compacted zones to guide remedial strategies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure scale: 0-500 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndicator sections: Good, Fair, Poor (traffic light colour coding)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProbe: graduated depth probe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: ready to use straight out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil penetrometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull user instruction sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance: clean after every use, inspect the gauge regularly and store in dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety: standard handling precautions apply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Turf Care Pro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58855492387147,"sku":"TCP1260","price":684.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/0142\/3435\/files\/3b8753d340cb5b6b668f7fc74faa012a.jpg?v=1792074384","url":"https:\/\/turfcarepro.co.uk\/products\/soil-penetrometer-soil-compaction-tester-1","provider":"Turf Care Pro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}