What is an IAAF Certified Athletics Track?

By Admin Mayıs 27, 2025 2 min read

IAAF-approved sports surfaces are professional sports surfaces designed and manufactured according to the technical standards set by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). Our company is the industry leader in Turkey for constructing IAAF certified sports surfaces.

Importance of IAAF Certification
✔ Globally recognized standards
✔ Authorized for use in official competitions
✔ Designed to maximize athlete performance
✔ Durable and safe surfaces

IAAF Certified Athletics Track Construction Process

Project Phase (In Compliance with IAAF Standards)

Dimensions: 400m length, 8-9 lanes (1.22m width)
Slope: Maximum 1% (for flat tracks)
Turning Radius: 36.5 meters
Ground Tests: Shock absorption, friction coefficient

Material Selection (IAAF Approved)

Material Type	Features	Certification Level
Polyurethane	High performance	IAAF Class 1
Tartan	Olympic standard	IAAF Class 2
EPDM	Economical solution	IAAF Class 3

Application Stages

Ground Preparation: Stabilized base + drainage
Base Layer: 10 cm asphalt/concrete
Coating: 13-15 mm IAAF approved material
Line Marking: Laser precision measurement
Tests: Pre-certification inspections

IAAF Certification Process

Application: Submission of technical documentation to IAAF
Inspection: On-site evaluation by authorized inspectors
Testing: Laboratory analyses
Certification: Class 1/2/3 accreditation
Annual Audit: To maintain certification validity

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