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Capillary Concrete pricing varies by region due to material pricing within the area. However, we offer very competitive pricing for the most durable bunker liner in the world.
The cost of renovating a bunker has many factors to an accurate quote. Send us an inquiry and we will get you started in the process.
Capillary Concrete is used all over the world. We have over 1000 golf course installations in 40 countries and have not run into a situation to where we could not install Capillary Concrete anywhere.
In recent years golf bunkers have become more and more advanced. In older days bunkers would fill with water and have severe washouts that would create nightmares for Superintendents and cause labor costs. However, today most golf bunkers have drainage underneath a bunker liner, preferably Capillary Concrete, and sand is installed on top to ensure the bunker performs and lasts for many years to come saving the golf course thousands of dollars in labor and maintenance costs.
The bunker sand should stay slightly moist all the time to avoid a major change in weight and subsequent wash-out when rain starts. With Capillary Material, some ground moisture is always being fed up to sand as moisture evaporates from sand, effectively delaying a complete dry-out of sand until ground moisture is depleted. This is the reason the patented Capillary Material avoids wash outs better than any other bunker liner product.
The USGA suggests an average 5-7 years lifespan on a bunker without Capillary Material. Real-life bunkers in harsh climates suggests a Capillary bunker will outlast that by decades, making Capillary Bunkers and the Capillary Material the longest lasting bunker liner, by many years, on the market.
Typically an 18 hole golf course can be completed within 4-5 weeks. One single bunker can be installed within 1 hour with a crew of 4-6 workers.
Yes, you can! Your area Sales and Installation Manager will train your crew for best practices, You don't need to be certified.
No, the concrete truck will arrive at the staging site and the mix can be delivered to the bunker in a variety of smaller vehicles.
Yes, Capillary Concrete bunkers were developed in Scandinavia and can withstand severe weather and ground freezing conditions. Any damage from ground heaving from frost or expanding clay, etc. is covered under the Performance Guarantee and proven not to occur in official ASTM testing protocols and multiple, more than 10 years, real-life installations in severe winter freeze climates.
100% guaranteed never to fail due to freeze-thaw or other difficult weather conditions.
Capillary Concrete recommends using a USGA approved sand. We also recommend having your sand tested and receiving the spec sheet from your supplier prior to making a decision. Refer to the new USGA specifications of bunker sands.
Yes. The Capillary Concrete Performance Guarantee is designed to ensure that your decision to use the Capillary Concrete product in your bunkers is a risk-free decision. Installers receive a procedures checklist that must be followed to meet coverage standards. If installation procedures are followed and there is a failure, the product will be removed and replaced by Capillary Concrete.
Yes. If new or additional materials are required due to a failed installation, the cost of getting the product to your site is covered.
Yes. This guarantee is intended to cover all materials required to achieve a successful installation.
Capillary Concrete would make every effort to remove and replace any failed installation as to minimize disruptions of golf course business, but cannot cover downtime or loss of revenue.
That’s ok. The policy is transferable and protects future owners within the policy term.
The term of the policy is for 10 years with full protection, which is unique and unprecedented in the golf industry.
Yes. Exclusions include war, insurrection, acts of God, 100-year floods, vandalism, construction, golf course personnel or others who intentionally damage the bunker.
When a bunker is maiantained correctly you should never be able to see or hit the liner and if you have it means that sand deptsh are not being maintained thoroughly and you can talk to your Capillary Bunker representative about correct sand and maintenance techniques
If you install Capillary Bunker liner in conjunction with both the wash box and Capillary Edge then we would extend the Performance guarantee from 10 years to 15 years yes!
When a bunker is maintained correctly you should never be able to see or hit the liner and if you have it means that sand depths are not being maintained properly.
A potential incidence for player injuries is when a golf club stops, gets snagged, while hitting the ball. This can happen anywhere on a golf course, hitting a tree root, an irrigation detail, a rock or a damaged bunker liner. When the bunker liner is not damaged, the club won’t stop, it will instead bounce off the surface of the bunker liner. A bounce very rarely leads to any physical damage like an incidence where the club stops often does. The Capillary Bunker liner is the strongest liner on the market and will never come apart and create any risk of the club snagging like some other products on the market may do.
A truck can transport 1,350sf of material and can generally be installed in a few hours from start to finish. Sand can be installed after 24 hours.
You will need a smaller truck, tractor or similar to transport mix from truck to bunker. A small escavator, frontloader or a tip trailer to get the mix in to the bunker.
You will need shovels, asphalt rake, a long paint roller, bucket of water, something to measure layer depth.
Shape the bunker, dig drain trench throughout the whole bunker., no fishbone needed. Place the Washbox in lowest point, fill trenches with drain gravel. Pour Capillary on the bunker bottom in a 2 inch layer.
2 inches or 5 cm
To install the bunker liner in one bunker generally takes between 1 and 2 hours depending on size. The Wash Box is installed at the same time as the liner and should add no more than 15 minutes to the installation process. The Capillary Edge can be installed either in conjunction with installation of the bunker liner or the day after installation of the bunker liner. Installing the Capillary Edge should take no longer than 60 minutes per bunker.
Yes you can install the bunker liner, wash box and edge yourself. You don’t need to find and collaborate with any certified installer. Our product is so easy to install that it can be done with any contractor or your in-house crew.
It depends on the size of the bunker, local material prices such as sand & drainage material. To give you an accurate estimate, please contact us and we will happily assist you in providing a price per bunker.
Yes it can. When you contact us we utilize our vast geographical presence to either handle the installations ourselves, or with the help of our extensive partner network. As it is easy to use any contractor for installation, or even your in-house team, the liner can be installed regardless of where in the world you are located.
Regarding temperatures and harsh weather conditions the bunker liner was Engineered in Scandinavia - one of the harshest climates out there. The material has a 23 % void space while water only needs 9 % to expand. This means that it can handle freeze-thaw cycles without problem, isn’t affected by clay-heave expansion and drains precipitation at a high rate.
We have done installations in over 50 countries and are happy to provide you with references in your proximity.
No. The reason for that is simple: No other bunker liner in the market can withstand the high pressure water beam without either displacing too much sand, ripping the bunker liner or damaging it in other ways. The Capillary Material with its superior durability can easily withstand the pressure the water beam creates and wash the sand in its place.
Homogenous mix: No other bunker liner is a homogenous mix with equal strength and durability throughout the whole bunker liner.
No certified installers: We offer you the possibility to work with either your in-house team or a contractor of your choice. The products are easy to install and can be handled by any team.
Longest life span in the market with washable sand: The bunker liner material itself has an expected lifespan of +25 years, while the sand can be washed to its original state and playing characteristics. Together, this will save you large $ in the long run.
Non-decreasing performance guarantee: Compared to other bunker liner options, our performance guarantee covers the full replacement of a failed product over 15 years, with no reduction in reimbursement value. It is not a limited warranty or manufacturer’s warranty - we offer full product replacement no questions asked.
Together with our long-term partners of superintendents, contractors and others involved in the golf construction business we have constructed a Bunker liner comparison guide and a custom ROI calculator. It highlights the long-term impacts of your choice of bunker liner and all costs and compromises associated with it. All, to ensure you make a sound investment decision based on facts and not empty promises.
Let us know in the form below if you want to get our bunker liner comparison guide, including custom ROI calculations to your course!
No, you can’t. CapillaryFlow does not support the Hybrid Method and will not provide support or materials if this is adopted. If it has been installed anyway, the performance guarantee is not valid.
The single reason CapillaryFlow does not support the Hybrid Method is because it will cause more washouts. As you break the capillary action the drainage relies on, between the intersection of the Capillary Material and the fabric, more water will back up in the porous space in the Capillary Material as it can’t enter your drain lines fast enough. Putting in more drain lines won’t solve the problem. Ultimately, this will cause many more washouts and in extension wet bunker bases due to the contamination.
Yes, we do. Contact us to have a custom offer for a demo/proof bunker. We will get back to you with an offer in 24 hours.
Capillary Edge helps create a fully sealed bunker. It prevents debris from the soil or grass edge from entering the bunker. It ensures the bunker’s design integrity with regard to the shape and perimeter is not compromised and that it remains consistent.
Yes and no, the will bounce but not so hard that there is any risk of a golfer hurting themselves since the yarn is so soft and the Capillary Edge so dampening.
Yes, the Capillary Edge is secured by placing it on the very top of the Capillary when finishing the bunker and filling in with Capillary behind it. There must be Capillary material there to secure it.
Capillary Edge helps create a fully sealed bunker. It prevents debris from the soil or grass edge from entering the bunker. It ensures the bunker’s design integrity with regard to the shape and perimeter is not compromised and that it remains consistent.
Yes and no, they will bounce, but not so hard that there is any risk of a golfer hurting themselves since the yarn is so soft and the Capillary Edge so dampening.
Yes, the Capillary Edge is secured by placing it on the very top of the Capillary when finishing the bunker and filling in with Capillary behind it. There must be Capillary material there to secure it.
Upon delivery, the dimensions of the Capillary Edge is the following;
5,9" (15cm) x 1,2" (3cm) x 32´(10M) - One strip is ≈ 49´(15M) long
Where the artificial turf strip itself consists of two parts, one part with grass and one without.
2,95" (7.5cm) with grass | 2,95" (7.5cm) without grass
Though the Capillary Edge is best used as a single-layered edge, it can be stacked to achieve your desired height and looks.
The Wash Box is useful for several reasons. First, it gives you access to your drain line at a later date if you ever need it. Second, it is installed within the vault and helps create a deeper sand profile to help manage the water release curve. Last, and most importantly, it enables you to clean your sand and remove any debris or contamination without having to replace it, which is time-consuming and expensive. So, a Wash Box pays for itself very quickly
It depends on the bunker size. An average bunker usually takes no more than two hours to clean.
Wash Box is placed in a vault over the low point in the bunker. It sits on the drain pipe and the vault is filled with bunker sand.
No, if you wash carefully the sand will stay in the bunker and only light particles such as sod, silt and organic matter will go down with the water into the drain pipe.
Yes you can if it is a Capillary Bunker. Find the drainpipe, make a 2x4 feet opening with a diamond saw. Pull out the drain gravel, place the Wash Box on the drain pipe, fill the new vault with bunker sand to the top.
Yes, you need to have a Capillary Bunker to use the Wash Box because of the stirring up of the sand with the high pressure water making any other base mix with the sand. Fabrics and other liners will not stand up to the pressure.
Yes, any bunker sand can be used with the system, and any sand can be cleaned with the unique and patented system.
The Wash Box is useful for several reasons. First, it gives you access to your drain line at a later date if you ever need it. Second, it is installed within the vault and helps create a deeper sand profile to help manage the water release curve. Last, and most importantly, it enables you to clean your sand and remove any debris or contamination without having to replace it, which is time-consuming and expensive. So, a Wash Box pays for itself very quickly when taking sand costs into account.
It depends on the bunker size. An average bunker usually takes no more than two hours to clean.
The Wash Box is placed in a vault over the low point in the bunker. It sits on the drain pipe and the vault is filled with bunker sand.
No, if you wash carefully the sand will stay in the bunker and only light particles such as sod, silt and organic matter will go down with the water into the drain pipe.
Yes you can if it is a Capillary Bunker. Find the drainpipe, make a 2x4 feet opening with a diamond saw. Pull out the drain gravel, place the Wash Box on the drain pipe, fill the new vault with bunker sand to the top.
No. The reason for that is simple: No other bunker liner in the market can withstand the high pressure water beam without either displacing too much sand, ripping the bunker liner or damaging it in other ways. The Capillary Material with its superior durability can easily withstand the pressure the water beam creates and wash the sand in its place.
No. The reason for that is simple: No other bunker liner in the market can withstand the high pressure water beam without either displacing too much sand, ripping the bunker liner or damaging it in other ways. The Capillary Material with its superior durability can easily withstand the pressure the water beam creates and wash the sand in its place.
Yes, any bunker sand can be used with the system, and any sand can be cleaned with the unique and patented system.
The Wash Box is included in your quote for the bunker liner for all installations. If you have prepared the space/vault for the Wash Box when preparing your bunker for liner installation, it will take no more extra than 20 minutes to install Wash Boxes in a bunker.
It depends on the size of your golf bunker. Usually one per bunker is enough. Otherwise we generally recommend one every 20 feet if you have a larger sized bunker. Generally, the smaller particles (contaminants) will only float for about 30 seconds. If there is too large of a distance between the wash boxes there is a slight risk the contaminants will sink back in the sand on their way to the drain line. You want to prevent that.
The Hydroponic system works with all types of grass, for each project depending on location we choose the best grass suitible for that area and climate.
One Capillary Hydroponic basin can handle up to 1 500 m2 or just over 15 000 ft2, depending on the location and rainfall on the site. Please consult CapillaryFlow experts to get exact location numbers and capacity.
The Hydroponic system works with all types of grass, for each project depending on location we choose the best grass suitible for that area and climate.
Yes, because of the hydroponic principles of growing, the roots grow deeper and the grass gets stronger, making the grass more healthy and resilient to wear and tear.
No, rather the opposite. Because so many maintenance practices can be automated and centralized, much less time and efforts need to be spent to run the system. Robotic mowers, fertigation in the basins, any treatments to grass can be done straight into the water instead of having to treat the whole grass area etc, etc.
Around4-6 weeks and another 2-3 months to grow the grass.
Whereit freezes to have a longer season and where it is really hot to cool down the water.
All concrete installations will have joints (cracks) to relieve pressure from expansion. The capillary material can crack but it will always stay level so if it cracks it will not effect the function of the system.
Yes, the capillary flow system can provide cushioning and responsiveness with concrete straight under the sand. The capillary flow system works by creating an environment within the footing where water is able to move freely and fill any voids that are created. As the water flows through these voids, it seeks out the lowest point and, as a result, creates a cushioning medium. This cushioning medium not only provides increased shock absorption, but also enhances the reaction of the horse’s hoof as it contacts the sand surface.
Yes, any type of arena can be perfected with the Capillary Equestrian system. The key is perfect moisture conditions regardless of the weather, and regulating the moisture is the most important thing in arena management regardless of the type of riding is exercised.
When the Capillary material is installed it is treated with our proprietary admix, which structure prevents migration of sand and particles into the drainage system.
It has a liner as the ebb&flow system but that is the only similarity. We have the Capillary material that
No this have never happened and is impossible due the exact moisture control of the sand
The equestrian footing sand that is preferred is the recommended FEI sand, see reference material file. However, many sands can be used as long as the amount of clay and silt is limited to ensure proper drainage of sand. Sands behave very differently depending on particle size, shape and composition, and a certified professional engineer should always be consulted before selecting the footing sand. Also, any additives such as fibers should always be checked if used.
Yes, any type of arena can be perfected with the Capillary Equestrian system. The key is perfect moisture conditions regardless of the weather, and regulating the moisture is the most important thing in arena management regardless of the type of riding is exercised.
The Capillary Equestrian system uses significantly less water than any over-head irrigated system, up to 85% less.
The life expectancy of the drip-lines is longer than the 10 year Guarantee of the Capillary installation, and longer than the expected life span of the footing sand. The functionality should always be checked when changing the sand and necessary upkeep or replacements should be performed. The drip-line used is a special drip-line in a protective sleeve of capillary fabric, which extends the life-span compared to regular drip-lines.
A few timesevery week.
No, theirrigation comes from underneath and is run by an application on your phone.You can change the moist very easily. In a few hours you can have it more wetor more dry.
About 2 inches=5 cm deep normally but 2-4times a month, specially in the hot areas you have to groom 4 inches=10 cm deep to break up the algae
Yes, it drains like no other footing, and with irrigation from below and no surface water evaporation the footing is still moist enough to not give off any dust.
Yes. You must empty the system before the real cold weather starts. You don’t need the drip lines in the fall when it is raining a lot any way on a outdoor arena. Onan indoor arena in the cold areas you can have the geothermal system connected.
A footing where you can change the moisture level in a couple of hours depending what discipline you are riding.
For total moisture control. You can choose to have it drier in the morning and moister in the afternoon consistent over the full arena.
It is sawn into the Capillary material.
Around 2-3weeks.
Where it freezes and you don't have an indoor arena.
Yes, youhave to empty the system from water. Otherewise the frozen water can damage the irrigation.
15 cm = 6 inches
Geothermal can benefit both cold and warm regions and climates. In warmer climates, it will help to reduce the temperature of the rootzone because the water passing through the system will cool it down as the ground will absorb some of the heat from the water.
This is tricky to answer, because it depends on the amount of water in the profile, the amount of stored solar energy in the ground etc. This system is made to avoid extreme temperature swings and will protect the plants from quick shifts and maintain a milder temperature in the root zone. It will avoid most frozen ground conditions, or lessen the depth and remove the frozen ground faster once temperatures get milder again.
No, the same water that is circulated in the Capillary Hydroponic system is used to circulate in the Capillary Geothermal system and will warm or cool any root zone it is used in.
Most turf areas see between 80-90% savings in water over a season.
Please see exact pricing on the Hydroponics Page or reach out to one of our sales reps for best current estimate. The total price including construction is most times similar or within 10-20% of a regular USGA root zone construction.
Our volumetric truck has the capacity to transport and mix 9cy at a time.
The Capillary Material utilizes capillary action and gravity to mimic the natural movement of water in soils and sand, effectively regulating moisture consistency in the top layer of the ground profile.
The USGA suggests an average 5-7 years lifespan on a bunker without Capillary Material. Real-life bunkers in harsh climates suggests a Capillary bunker will outlast that by decades, making Capillary Bunkers and the Capillary Material the longest lasting bunker liner, by many years, on the market.
The Capillary Material guarantee is a 15 (fifteen) year structural and drainage performance guarantee of the material, when installing both the material and the Wash Box.
The drainage performance guarantee ensures that the Capillary Material will maintain its effective water movement capabilities, allowing consistent drainage of water from the surface layer, thereby preventing waterlogging and maintaining optimal conditions.
The 15-year structural performance guarantee ensures that the ground layer with the Capillary Material will maintain its structural integrity over the specified period, preventing deterioration and preserving the overall stability of the surface. The Capillary Material will also have the pressure durability stated upon the initial installation, throughout the full 15 year period.
The extended guarantee is specifically tied to the installation of the Wash Box because it plays a crucial role in preserving the performance of the Capillary Material. By utilizing the Wash Box to remove slits, clay, algae, and other organic materials, the Capillary Material remains unaffected and can maintain its optimal performance. This additional step ensures that the Capillary Material functions at its best, avoiding any potential negative impact on its structural integrity and drainage capabilities. Therefore, the extended guarantee is contingent upon the presence of the Wash Box as an essential component of the overall system.
The performance guarantee for the Capillary Material is 15 years if the Capillary Wash Box is installed, ensuring both structural integrity and consistent drainage capabilities. Without the wash box, the guarantee is 10 years.
The 15-year structural performance guarantee ensures that the ground layer with the Capillary Material will maintain its structural integrity over the specified period, preventing deterioration and preserving the overall stability of the surface.
The drainage performance guarantee ensures that the Capillary Material will maintain its effective water movement capabilities, allowing consistent drainage of water from the surface layer, thereby preventing waterlogging and maintaining optimal conditions.
The Capillary Wash Box is an add-on component that extends the performance guarantee from 10 to 15 years. It facilitates the washing of equestrian footing sand and bunker sand, enhancing the maintenance and longevity of the Capillary Material's performance.
The performance guarantee is applicable to the Capillary Material; however, to benefit from the 15-year guarantee, the Capillary Wash Box must also be installed, ensuring the long-term performance and functionality of the entire system. For any other installations not including the Wash Box, the performance guarantee is 10 years.
Yes, the drainage capabilities of the Capillary Material will remain consistent throughout the specified guarantee period, ensuring efficient water movement and preventing the accumulation of excess moisture in the ground layer.
If the Capillary Material fails to meet the performance guarantee requirements, the manufacturer will be responsible for addressing the issues and rectifying any structural or drainage deficiencies, ensuring compliance with the specified guarantee terms.
Yes, the Capillary Material Performance Guarantee is applicable regardless of the type of ground profile it is installed on, as long as the installation is done correctly. The Capillary Material is designed to effectively regulate moisture consistency and provide consistent drainage capabilities in various ground profiles. Additionally, the guarantee extends to different climates as the Capillary Material is engineered to withstand extreme temperatures without freeze-thaw damage. It can efficiently drain water at a capacity of 100mm per hour, ensuring optimal performance and functionality in diverse environmental conditions.
