Bermuda and other turf varieties on collars and aprons create a severe contamination problem that results in poor putting surfaces, lower turf quality, and an increased maintenance cost. The cost of re-establishing a monostand turf cover (a minimum of $40,000 to $60,000* to replant 18 collars) and the inconveniences that must be tolerated by the membership when it is necessary to close a course for three or four months surely justify efforts to prevent and control encroachment and contamination problems before they become unmanageable.

Finding an effective solution of containment for Bermuda and other grasses without using chemical's to avoid concurrent putting surface injury is a goal that many have tried but never accomplished until Thomas R. Wait and Paul R. Latshaw developed a system that ends the continuing problem of fairway grass encroachment into greens and tees. This system has been praised by many highly respected superintendents and golf organizations.

This revolutionary system can be installed on an average size green in three hours or less with little or no visible cosmetic damage and with no interruption of play.

The installation of the Greens Encroachment Barrier System provides a permanent, well defined interface between the fine textured greens turf and the surrounding grasses. The Barrier system when used properly also guarantees green size and the distinct line between the putting surface and the surrounding collars remain consistent and precise.

The Greens Encroachment System has three component parts: The Barrier Track, the Edging Devices, and the Adjusting Tools.

*Above costs referenced from USGA Green Section Record.

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