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Frequently
Asked Questions
What are your current News Releases
and Product Update Announcements?
Visit a new addition, Tru Mark's Trail Blazing
blog. Learn about field painting and turf tips, sports turf industry trends and future trends
impacting our local community.
What are your Field Marking and Striping Tips?
How to Select an Athletic Field Marker?
Why is acrylic latex paint better?
What field marking paints have been tested?
What are your field painting strategies? (50 KB Adobe .pdf file  )
"How much paint do I need?"
How to make a Turf and Golf Course Divot Mix?
What are the football field marking requirements?
What are the soccer field marking requirements?
How to layout a soccer field?
What are the lacrosse field marking requirements?
How to layout a laccrosse field?
What are the rugby field marking requirements?
How to layout a rugby field?
Tru Mark Athletic Field Marker Product Catalog
"Do you have
distributors and where are they located?"
"What are your shipping rates?"
"Can we use a Purchase Order?"
"How can we request a Price Quote?"
"Are Tru Mark products manufactured
in the USA?"
"What kind of paint do Tru Mark
Athletic Field Markers use?"
"Can I run a herbicide, such as
Round-Up, in my machine?"
"Can I run a growth regulator, such as
Primo or Embark, in my machine?"
"What do you recommend when
rinsing paint from your field sprayers?"
E-100 Related
"What is the comparison
between Models E-100 and EZ-70?"
"What is the cost comparison
between aerosol sprayers & Tru Mark?"
"How long can I spray before needing
to recharge?"
"What kind of battery do I use?"
"Is the battery included with
the machine?"
"Can I use Tru Mark equipment to mark
parking lots?"
"What makes your machine better
than your competitors?"
"Why three wheels?"
RS-500 Related
"How many fields can you stripe on one fill up?"
"Is this battery or gas operated?"
"Does it have an adjustible 2 head spray arm or something compatible?"
"Can you adjust the width of the spray lines?"
"How narrow and how wide are the lines?"
"Does the unit have a suspension for uneven terrain?"
"How many paint tanks, and what size capacity?"
"What kind of warranty on equipment? or tanks?"
Field Stencil Related
"What are the athletic field stencils made of?"
"What are the field stencil shipping weights?"
"How much paint is needed for a field stencil?"
"What is the width of the football Sideline Number stencils?"
"How durable is the custom field and end zone stencil material?"
"How is a custom or end zone stencil shipped?"
"How do you hold down a custom or end zone stencil when painting?"
"How is a custom or end zone stencil stored?"
"How do you minimize the curling of the stencil edges?"
"How do you layout and set end zone letter stencils?"
"What procedure should be used to paint a custom stencil logo?"
Q: "What are your
current News Releases and Product Update Announcements?"
Visit the Tru Mark's Trail Blazing
blog. Learn about field painting and turf tips, demonstrations, sports turf industry trends and future trends
impacting our local community.
A: Come visit us at 2007
US Youth Soccer adidas Workshop & Coaches Convention slated for March 1-3,
at America’s Center, St. Louis, Missouri. Learn the lastest information on synthetic turf solutions and how
Tru Mark Premium Field Marking Paints can help with your field marking operations.
See our simple and quick soccer field layout tool in action. Walk-behind
the newest EZ-70 Stow-n-Go field marker and
the Model E-100.
Also featured was the Bench Zone Sideline Turf Protectors
to minimize the wear of the sports field at the sidelines.
A: Click for the RS-500 Nozzle Assembly Kit, Wide Line, new for 2007,
to achieve a wider boundary line around football fields and other wide marking requirements. This easy to install kit provides another
quick method to achieve 12" wide lines in less time. To review the
RS-500 Nozzle Assembly Kit, Wide Line in more detail please refer to the PDF formatted file for images of this kit.
A: Click for the Graco FieldLazer Paint Boom, new for 2007,
for football hash marks and wide area boundary marking. A 4" x 24" paint box with quick bolt on bracket and easy connection to the spray gun makes this a versatile attachment that will save time.
A: Click for the Light Weight String Winder Black Reel, new for 2007,
provides additional storage capacity for any size string used for field marking operations. The 3/8" connecting post for
cordless drill operations will be a big time saver.
A: Come visit us at
National Soccer Coaches Association of America 2007 Convention January 11-13,
at Indianapolis Convenstion Center – Indianpolis, Indiana. Tru mark featured the latest soccer field marking equipment and tools to include
Tru Mark Premium Field Marking Paints can help with your field marking operations.
See our simple and quick soccer field layout tool in action. Walk-behind
the newest EZ-70 Stow-n-Go field marker and
the Model E-100. Also featured was the Bench Zone Sideline Turf Protectors
to minimize the wear of the sports field at the sidelines.
A: Click for the Baseball Tarps and Field Protectors, new for 2006,
weighted tarps for baseball infields, bunt zone tarp training aid, sideline and cross-over protective covers.
A: Click for the Graco FieldLazer, new for 2006, multipurpose walk-behind field striper that applies both diluted and nondiluted field marking paint. Produces a highly atomized spray fan to
effectively applying Tru Mark field marking paint for synthetic turf surfaces.
A: Come visit us at
US Youth Soccer adidas Workshop & Coaches Convention slated for Feb. 23-25,
at George R. Brown Convention Center – Houston, Texas. Learn the lastest information on synthetic turf solutions and how
Tru Mark Premium Field Marking Paints can help with your field marking operations.
See our simple and quick soccer field layout tool in action. Walk-behind
the newest EZ-70 Stow-n-Go field marker and
the Model E-100.
A: Click for a
Rugby Field Layout Tool
that is fast and accurate no matter the rugby field dimensions. This simple desktop tool
will ensure a uniform field layout.
A: Click for a
Lacrosse Field Layout Tool
that is fast and accurate no matter the field dimensions. This simple desktop tool
will ensure a uniform field layout.
A: Click for a copy of the January 2005 The Field Marking Newsletter
(88KB) .
Read about New Products, What's New on the Web Site, and Product and Service Innovations.
A: Click for a
Field Painting Strategies
tutorial. (50 KB Adobe .pdf file )
Easy reading sports turf manager material covers the customer, field marking paint, plant growth regulators, precautions,
football season preparations, game week activities, field marking tools, paint mixing, field striping, and painting logos from manufactured
stencils and do-it-yourself layout.
A: Click for a
Soccer Field Layout Tool
that is fast and accurate no matter the field dimensions. This simple desktop tool
will ensure a uniform field layout.
A: Click
here
for Tru Mark's news release on our fifth product introduction
for 2004, the Tru Mark Small Block Letter Field Stencils.
These new versatile sports field small block letter stencils, 18" x 24",
can be used on softball, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, and rugby fields.
A: Click
here
for Tru Mark's news release on our third and fourth product introductions
for 2004, the Tru Mark Heavy Duty and Light Weight String Winders.
The two new string winders come standard with a free wheeling feature, a 3/8 inch connecting
post for attaching a cordless drill, and the capacity to hold 500 feet plus of nylon twine.
The construction and sports field marking string winders save time and reduce fatigue.
A: Click
here
for Tru Mark's second introduction
for 2004, the Tru Mark Sand Bag.
The versatile Sand Bag is designed for multiple outdoor applications for holding
field stencils in place while painting, a canopy, tents, and work benches. The sand
bags is made from an all weather vinyl and includes a velcro closure so you can add the ballast
on site and a 6 inch web handle to carry multiple 10 pound bags.
A: Click
here
for Tru Mark's news release on our first product introduction
in 2004, the Tru Mark 5 x10 Paint Mule field marking utility trailer.
The new 5 x 10 Paint Mule features 20 square feet of additional storage capacity over
the 5 x 8 Paint Mule. The low profile field marking utility trailer with reinforced
mesh flooring saves time when loading and cleaning your equipment.
A: Click
here (303KB)
for a copy of September 2003 The Field Marking Newsletter. Read about News From the Field, Frequently Asked Questions, and product and service updates.
A: Click, new for 2003, the RS-500M "Mower & Striper" Rider provides additional
capability for field marking. This new unit integrates a 33" mower
deck for mowing lines and standard mowing operations. The line spraying
assembly is now located in front of the unit for excellent visibility.
A: Click, new for 2003, the E-100 Spray Boom accessory
provides additional functionality for spraying pest controls, fertilizers,
and de-icer solutions. This new E-100 accessory integrates a 52" spray boom
for quick attachment for up to 80" coverage. Units four nozzle configuration
100% overlap at 48".
A: Click
here
for Tru Mark's news release on our fourth product introduction
in 2003, the Tru Mark Football Field Stencils.
The Tru Mark Football Field Stencils are used for sideline, block lettering,
and hash mark lining. Stencils are made from 1/8", 1/16", and 10 mil plastic.
Sideline stencils come in 3.5' and 6' sizes. The hash mark stencil features
the standard 4" x 24" stripe and folds up for easy storage.
A: Click here
for Tru Mark's news release on our third model variation, the RS-500F "Out-in-Front" Rider.
Tru Mark innovation continues to reflect the needs of the customer and their
desire for more capabilities with field marking equipment.
The RS-500F provides the customer with a "out-in-front" visible and industry leading floating paint shoe
assembly. This newest product introduction features all the line striping operations as the standard RS-500
along with a newer model 15 HP Briggs & Stratton engine.
A: Click
here
for Tru Mark's news release on our third product introduction
in 2003, the Tru Mark Field Line Anchor and Marking Flag.
The Tru Mark Field Line Anchor is a dual use field striping ground plug and flag pole anchor.
The sturdy and corrosion resistant construction makes for years of
safe and economical service. The Tru Mark Marking Flag is a strong yet
flexible marking pole. The flag pole's fiberglass construction and stainless steel spring
makes for a sturdy and player safe 60" marking flag staff.
A: Click
here
for Tru Mark's news release on our latest upgrade kits,
to the Model RS-500 Rider. An upggrade kit supports modifying the manifold
by replacing the existing electronic solenoid with a 3-way ball valve. The second
upgrade kit involves moving the On/Off pump toggle switch to the steering wheel from the
center console. Now your hand doesn't leave the steering wheel.
A: Click
here
for Tru Mark's news release on our latest product introduction,
the Model E-100 Spray Boom. The Model E-100's flexible design
allows for this new integrated spray boom accessory for all season spraying capability.
The 52" spray boom with 80" coverage makes this 3-in-1 sprayer a year around
tool for spraying lawns, golf course greens, sports fields, and walking paths
in winter.
A: Click
here (1.15MB)
for a copy of January 2003 The Field Marking Newsletter. Read about News From the Field, Turf Grass Tips, and product and service updates.
Click here (450KB)
for a copy of our August 2002 issue of The Field Marking Newsletter.
A: Click here
for Tru Mark's news release on our latest product introduction, the RS-500M.
Tru Mark innovation continues to reflect the needs of the customer and their
desire for more capabilities with field marking equipment.
The RS-500M provides the customer with a cost effective line mowing capability
along with highly accurate line striping and spraying.
A: Click here
for your How to Select a Field Marker news release.
Tru Mark has created a tutorial for organizations purchasing an athletic
field marker. The article lists a series of questions and notes
concerning the capabilities and features you should consider when
making a purchasing decision.
A: Click here
for the Model E-100 and RS-500 Rider Intake Line Upgrade Kits news release.
Tru Mark has built an upgrade kit for both the E-100 and RS-500 to improve
the intake line performance for the respective paint tanks. These upgrade kits are
for current Tru Mark customers and will become standard equipment on new
assembled units.
A: Click here
for the Model E-100 Paint Boom news release. Tru Mark has updated the
Paint Boom design to make it lighter, stronger, and quicker to attach and remove.
An ideal optional time saving tool for hash marking, block lettering, and boundary lining.
A: Click here
for the traffic zone striping news release where Tru Mark documents
the successful E-100 field tests for applying zone marking
paint on parking lots lines.
A. Click here
for a summary of the Nebraska Turfgrass Foundation and Nebraska
Sportsturf Managers Association Field Day activities that
Tru Mark participated in and conducted demonstrations.
A. Click here
for a summary of the annual Iowa Turfgrass Field Day activities that
Tru Mark participated in and conducted demonstrations. Find out
the result of a side by side comparison of field paints, growth
inhibitor results, and applying a stencil to your athletic fields.
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Q: "How much paint do I need?"
A: Determine how many linear feet of striping is needed. Measure the length of each
line and total all segments of the respective lines (e.g., perimeter, internal lines, boxes, circles, etc.).
For natural turf fields a rule of thumb
we like to use is for every 250 linear feet of 4 inch line you will use approximately 1 gallon
of diluted bulk latex field paint. For example if the dilution ratio for bulk latex field marking paint is one to one
(1:1) or one gallon of water for every one gallon of paint then for a 250 linear feet of 4 inch
line you need a 1/2 gallon of undiluted paint.
Let's say that we are striping a soccer field that consists of 1500 linear feet. This then
indicates that we need 6 gallons of diluted paint or 3 gallons of undiluted bulk latex paint
that has a recommended dilution ratio of 1:1.
For sports field stencils
we recommend you plan for one gallon of diluted field marking paint
for every 100 square feet of stencil area.
For synthetic turf fields when using Tru Mark removable and permanent field marking paint such as
GameLine, SeasonLine, and ExtremeLine
which is typically not diluted we recommend a plan to cover 500 linear feet of 4 inch line for each gallon of paint.
From our soccer field example above for 1500 linear feet of 4 inch line you should plan to use 3 gallons of
synthetic/artificial turf paint. Tru Mark TurfPrime is also applied undiluted and at a similar rate. Tru Mark EraseaLine paint removal agent is
diluted up to 1:1 and should cover about 250 linear feet of 4 inch line per diluted gallon.
When painting field stencils on synthetic turf we recommend a plan of one gallon of undiluted paint
covering 100 square feet of turf.
Consider our field painting strategies (50 KB Adobe .pdf file) tutorial to learn
some of the tips and tricks of field striping.
Q: "How to make a Turf and Golf Course Divot Mix?"
A: Here's a Turf Divot Mix receipe using the following ingredients:
- 6 oz. SwitchBack Green Sweep Athletic Field Marking Paint
- 6 oz. water
- 50 lbs. sand
- 9 shovels of compost
- less than one quart of turf seed
Use a small cement mixer to mix your divot mix, first adding
sand, water, and field marking paint, then adding the compost and
letting the mixer coat all the material. Adjust the color and coverage by
adding either more water or paint. Once thoroughly mix then add you
turf seed and mix well to help start the germination process.
The paint
coated sand and compost blends in better with the the existing surrounding
turf. Using field marking acrylic latex turf paint you minimize environmental hazards
and adverse affects to the germinating grass seed. The paints holds up long enough for
the grass to grow back in the filled in divot area.
by Tom Russell, Golf Course Superintendent,
Missoula Country Club
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Q: "Do you have
distributors and where are they located?"
A: Regional Distributors
Southeast U.S. Distributor
Region is Available
Northern U.S. Distributor (MN, WI, ND, SD)
D. Ervasti Sales Co. - Darrell Ervasti
PO Box 95
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
(320) 654-9693
Fax: (320) 654-0189
Toll free: (800) 848-4912 Ext. 2779
Email: ervquad@astound.net
Southern U.S. Distributor (TX, LA, AK, MS, AL)
Region is Available
Midwest U.S. Distributor
Tru Mark Athletic Field Marker
PO Box 706
Norfolk, NE 68702-0706
800-553-MARK (6275)
Fax: 707-276-1061
email: sales@athleticfieldmarker.com
West Coast Distributor
Detmers Inc.
Attn: Greg Lee (626) 331-1719
823 E. San Bernardino Rd.
Covina, CA 91723
800-221-3992
Fax: (626) 966-9872
Email: greg@detmers.com
East U.S. Distributor
Region is Available
Distributor Regions Available
Contact us for distributor information.
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Q: "What are your
shipping rates?"
A: Our shipping rates will depend on the
product ordered.
- Tru Mark athletic field markers will be shipped using a common carrier freight company.
- All athletic field stencil orders will be shipped by UPS Ground service. Customers will be notified of additional charges.
- All athletic field marking paint orders will be shipped by UPS/FedEx Ground or Common Carrier service. Customers will be notified
of additional charges for expedited delivery such as FedEx 2 Day service.
- FedEx 2 Day Service does not include Saturday delivery. There is an additional charge for FedEx Saturday delivery if it is even available for your location.
Contact us by phone 1-800-553-6275, email at trumarkafm@eselling4u.com with your
mailing/shipping zip code, or add comments to your on-line order that you are willing to accept charges for Saturday delivery.
- Parts and accessory kits can be shipped using UPS, US Mail, or Fed Ex.
The table below reflect the shipping charges for parts and accessories to the lower 48 Continental States. Orders for delivery outside the Continental USA will have additional costs.
We'll contact you on the additional expenses before shipment.
| Shipping Rates |
$0.00 - $99.99 |
$100.00 - $199.99 |
$200.00 - $399.99 |
$400.00 Plus |
| US Mail |
$ 14.95 |
$ 29.95 |
$ 49.95 |
$ 69.95 |
| UPS Ground |
$ 11.95 |
$ 16.95 |
$ 24.95 |
$ 39.95 |
FedEx 2 Day
Saturday Delivery Not Included |
$ 22.95 |
$ 45.00 |
$ 89.00 |
$125.00 |
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| Shipping Rates |
E-100 |
RS-500 Series |
Paint by the Pallet |
Stencils by UPS Ground |
| Freight Carrier Costs are included in the price of the Field Markers and Field Paint |
$170.00 |
$700.00 |
$260.00 |
Prices vary |
| All freight charges will
be verified with carrier. These prices are for commercial address delivery with a dock or forklift available.
Limited access charges will be applied if delivery is not to a commercial address. We will notify you of actual
shipping costs and credit or charge your account as necessary. |
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Q: "Can we use a Purchase Order?"
A: Yes. Tru Mark Athletic Field Marker
will accept an organization (normally from cities and schools that receive
funding through tax revenues). You can use the on-line order form and shopping cart
system to generate a "check" or "fax" purchase. In the comment section of the order
please add your organizational purchase order number, date, and signature name.
There may be a slight change in the shipping cost which will be confirmed by email or
a phone call. Also you can fax or email
your organization's purchase order with the items and shipping costs.
Q: "How can we request a Price Quote?"
A: You have several options to request a price quote.
(1) For items that
are listed on our web site please add them to your shopping cart by selecting "Add to Cart".
During the shopping cart check out process select the Phone Order option in the Payment Information section.
In the Comments section specify this is a price quote request. We will provide our best
pricing and the most economical shipping and handling rate. Please ensure you have a valid shipping address. Non-commercial
addresses will be charged extra for common freight carrier deliveries.
(2) Send us an email to
Request for a Price Quote with specified items and
requested shipping method.
(3) Send us a FAX at (707) 276-1061.
(4) Call us at (800) 553-MARK and ask for
Tru Mark Athletic Field Marker (Our greeting is eSelling4u, our corporation name.)
For most items listed on our web site we will provide a response by email within 24 hours. The price quote will be
published using Adobe Acrobat Reader (.pdf formatted file) and attached to the email. Please ensure you
have a valid email address and provide us with alternate contact information. Include the proposed billing address information
in your request.
Q: "Are Tru Mark products manufactured
in the USA?"
A: Yes. Tru Mark Athletic Field Markers
are manufactured in Norfolk, Nebraska, USA. They are built
with parts supplied by American companies.
Q: "What kind of
paint do Tru Mark Athletic Field Markers use?"
A: Tru Mark Athletic Field Markers work
best when applying acrylic latex water-based field marking
paints that are diluted 2 gallons (or more) of water to 1
gallon of paint. They can also apply zone marking paints with
less dilution. (See FAQ regarding marking parking lots.)
Q: "Can I run a herbicide, such as Round-Up,
in my machine?"
A: As long as the herbicide is water based,
and does not require chemicals to clean up, it is OK to run
through the machine.
Q: "Can I run a growth regulator, such as
Primo or Embark, in my machine?"
A: Yes you can run a growth regulator in your Tru Mark
field markers. Please ensure you follow the manufacturer's applications
rate to prevent any turf damage. Visit our
news release on
the Iowa State University field test.
Q: "What do you recommend when rinsing
paint from your field sprayers?"
A: After emptying your paint tanks refill the tank(s)
with 1-2 gallons of clear water. Run the pump(s) and flush all lines,
including the spray wand if used. Empty the contaminated water (due to
the agitation return line) from the tank(s) and add 1-2 gallons of
clear water. During this second rinse cycle you may add a liquid blue product
called Pump Protector, 1 to 2 ounces per gallon of water. Run the
pump(s) to circulate the Pump Protector diluted solution for 10 to 20 seconds.
This diluted solution may be left in the equipment.
Pump Protector can be purchased from paint supply companies. This product helps
keep any remaining paint in suspension and reduces the build up of paint
on the internal lines, pumps, hoses, screens and spraying nozzles.
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E-100 Related
Q: "What is the comparison
between Models E-100 and EZ-70?"
| Capability |
E-100 |
EZ-70 |
| Size |
Wide and long wheel base, Wider handlebar grip, Very Stable, 50" long x 31" wide x 42" tall |
Efficient Wheel Base, Standard Handlebar Grip, Excellent handling on smoother surfaces, 42" long x 27 1/2" wide with paint shoe (only 21" wide axle) x 42" tall, Some assembly required |
| Battery |
8hr 12v Deep Cycle Marine, (not included) |
2 hr Sealed 12v battery, (included) |
| Paint Spray |
2 opposing nozzle applicator |
1 nozzle applicator |
| Paint Shoe |
Floating assembly with hand control |
Floating assembly |
| Paint Control |
Handlebar Lever Control |
On/Off Toggle Switch on Handlebar |
| Wheels |
10" x 4" pneumatic |
10" x 3" Centipede Flex Rubber |
| Paint Tank |
5-gallon Removable, non-pressurized, with paint agitation |
5-gallon Removable, non-pressurized |
| Pump |
3.3 GPM diaphragm external bypass 12v pump with paint agitation, Easy Access for MX |
1.46 GPM internal bypass diaphragm 12v pump, Easy Access for MX |
| Battery charger |
Automatic 2, 4, 6 Amp, multi-range |
Automatic 1.5 amp Trickle Charge |
| Battery gauge |
Control panel mounted |
none |
| Spray Wand |
Standard with 12' hose |
Accessory |
| Transporting |
Removable Top Handlebar Section, Quick Removable Battery Box and Paint Tank, Front Carrying Handle |
Fold Forward Handlebar Section, Quick Removable Paint Tank, Wing-nuts for Battery Hold-down Plate |
| Tools |
Tool Kit, Screen Funnel, 2.5 gallon Carboy |
Tool Kit |
| Weight |
65 pounds without battery, Ships at 115 pounds |
54 pounds with battery, Ships at 70 pounds |
| Shipping |
Common Freight carrier, Cardboard carton (42 x 32 x 24) secured to wood pallet, extra charges for non-commercial address |
UPS Ground, FedEx Freight, Cardboard carton (30 x 22 x 24) |
Q: "What is the cost comparison between
aerosol sprayers & Tru Mark?"
A: Here is the comparison:
Aerosol cans figured in bulk at $32.00 a
case.
Tru Mark paint figured at $7.00 per gallon of concentrate.
Assuming a small club with 4 fields, using
aerosol paint consumes (1) case of 12 cans per field, going
over the lines twice, for a cost of $32.00 per field. Allowing
for an 8 week season in the summer and an 8 week season in
the fall, applying only 4 weeks out of each season, the cost
comes to $512 per season, not including tournaments. Add 50%
to the cost for tournaments and weekly touch up, and the cost
goes to $768 per season, or $1,536 per year.
A small club with 4 fields using a Tru Mark Athletic Field
Marker consumes 3 gallons of concentrate maximum per field,
going over the lines once (and getting better coverage than
twice over with aerosol), for a cost of $21.00 per field.
Figuring an 8 week season in the summer and an 8 week season
in the fall, applying only 4 weeks out of each season, the
cost comes to $336 per season, not including tournaments.
Add 50% to the cost for tournaments, etc., and the cost goes
to $504 per season, or $1,008 per year, for a savings of $528.00.
The hidden costs that are not defined in the above comparison
include your time to make a double pass over with aerosol,
the cost of defective aerosol cans due to plugging, and the
cost of proper disposal of empty aerosol cans.
The Tru Mark Athletic Field Marker will
provide you with distinct line quality, economic field maintenance,
safety and simplicity.
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Q: "How long
can I spray before needing to recharge?"
A: The Model E-100 is able to spray for a full day on one charge
of the battery. At the end of the day, just plug in the battery
to the battery charger (included) and the charger will trickle
charge the battery to a full charge.
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Q: "What kind of
battery do I use?"
A: The Tru Mark Model E-100 is designed to
run on a 12-volt Group 24 deep cycle marine battery. We recommend
a 650 or greater cold cranking amp (CCA) rated battery. A regular
car battery should not be used because they are not designed
to be run down and charged back up in the manner the marine
battery is.
Recommended Group 24 Marine 12 -Volt Batteries:
- Interstate Battery, Model # 24M-XHD, MCA 1,000, CCA 800
- Interstate Battery, Model # 24M-HD, MCA 625, CCA 500
- Walmart EverStart, Model # 24DP4, MCA 675
Marine Cranking Amps (MCA for 30 seconds)
Cold Cranking Amps (CCA)
The EZ-70 is equiped with a Sealed 18 amp hour 12 volt battery
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Q: "Is the battery
included with the machine?"
A: No. The battery can be purchased almost
anywhere batteries are sold.
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Q: "Can I use Tru Mark equipment to mark
parking lots?"
A: The Tru Mark E-100 can be used with water-based
zone marking paints. To use zone marking paint or acrylic
latex paint used for parking lot marking you must plug the
front nozzle of the spray head with a solid disc spacer. Remove
the current spray nozzle and flow control value with multi-purpose
wrench and replace it with the spacer. The paint should be
diluted 16 ounces of water or 16 ounces of latex paint conditioner
for every gallon of paint used. You may or may not need to
adjust the restriction plug set screw in the paint return
line. Adjust the spray head to achieve your desired line stripe
width. Since there may be slight paint dribble when disengaging
the right handlebar control, it is recommended to reverse
your direction for 6 to 12 inches so excess paint is applied
to already painted section.
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Q: "What makes your
machine better than your competitors?"
A: Simple design; ease of maintenance, simple
clean up, no pressurized tanks to handle and maintain or gasoline
engines to maintain; and user safe (because of the non-pressurized
system).
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Q: "Why three wheels?"
A: The three-wheel design makes it easier
to go straight, and the 10" pneumatic tires make it easy
to handle on the grass.
RS-500
Q: "How many fields can you stripe on one fill up? "
A: The gasoline tank holds 7 quarts (easy access directly behind the seat).
Q: "Is this battery or gas operated?"
A: The current RS-500 is a gasoline powered self-propelled unit that uses a Briggs & Stratton 14.5 HP engine. The paint application is done using two 12-volt 3.3 gallon per minute 40 PSI powered pumps that run off the unit's battery. The engine has been upgraded to generate 16 amp output to support the battery and electric pumps.
Q: "Does it have an adjustible 2 head spray arm or something compatible?"
A: The unit comes standard with a two opposing spray nozzle assembly that can be adjusted vertically using a set screw and hex wrench.
Q: "Can you adjust the width of the spray lines?"
A: Besides using the vertical adjustment on the spray assembly, the unit has an adjustable spray shoe for widths from 2" to 8". The spray shoe shields are attached to a rod that has grooves set for 2", 4", 6" and 8" width. The two spray shoe shields have set screws for adjusting to any width between 2" and 8".
Q: "How narrow and how wide are the lines?"
A: The width of the line is dependent on the height of the spray nozzle assembly and the width of the spray shoe shields. Normally you want the paint spray to just reach the edge of the spray shoe shields. As mentioned before the width of the lines can be set between 2" and 8".
Q: "Does the unit have a suspension for uneven terrain?"
A: The RS-500 has a pivoting frame that turns on a center line axis. The front wheels can rotate separately from the rear wheels. The wheels are 11 x 4 turf and 16 x 7.50-8 turf. The current design has the paint shoe and nozzle assembly located directly below the operator of the unit, thus minimizing the effect of rough terrain versus those units lining from the side of the self propelled unit.
Q: "How many paint tanks, and what size capacity?"
A: The RS-500 has two twenty gallon paint tanks. The two 12-volt pumps have an external bypass line to provide return paint to the tanks for agitation.
Q: "What kind of warranty on equipment? or tanks?"
A: Tru Mark Athletic Field Marker provides a 2 year warranty on defects in workmanship and materials. We are a leader in the industry with this warranty program.
Our web site has more details on the RS-500 Rider as well as a convenient specification list.
Click here for RS-500 Product page
and click here for a listing of the specifications.
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Field Stencils
Q: "What are the athletic field stencils made of? "
A: The sideline number stencils are manufactured from either 1/16" or 1/8" sheet plastic.
The hashmark stencil is made from 1/8" sheet plastic with five hinged sections for easy folding.
The Large and Small Block and Custom stencils are manufactured from 8.5 mil agricultural grade sheet plastic for durability and easy storage.
Q: "What are the field stencil shipping weights? "
A: 3.5' Sideline Number Stencils 1/16"' ship at 27 pounds.
3.5' Sideline Number Stencils 1/8" ship at 38 pounds.
6' Sideline Number Stencils 1/16" ship at 45 pounds.
6' Sideline Number Stencils 1/8"' ship at 88 pounds in two boxes.
Hashmark stencil ships at 27 pounds.
Large Block Letter Stencils (10' x 16') ship on average at 10 pounds per letter and vary between 8 and 12 pounds.
Custom Field stencils will vary in weight depending on the size and the amount of material remaining after the manufacturing process.
Q: "How much paint is needed for a field stencil? "
A: A rule of thumb for painting field stencils is approximately 1 gallon of diluted paint per 100 square feet of stencil.
For example a Large Block Letter stencil, 10' x 16', will have approximately 100 square feet of painted area. If this is the first application
you may use more and subsequent painting operations will likely use less paint.
Q: "What is the width of the football Sideline Number stencils? "
A: The 6' tall football Sideline Number stencils will vary in width but are generally 42" to 44".
The 3.5' tall football Sideline Number Stencils vary in width from 26" to 26".
Q: "How durable is the custom field and end zone stencil material? "
A: Our custom field stencils and large block letter stencils (10' x 16') are manufactured from 8.5 mil agricultural
sheet plastic. The material is the toughest, very difficult to pierce, in the industry. It is more durable than a 10 mil industrial
grade sheet plastic.
Q: "How is a custom or end zone stencil shipped? "
A: The 8.5 mil sheet plastic stencils are folded like bed sheets and shipped in a
cardboard container that is approximately 24" x 24" x 6".
Q: "How do you hold down a custom or end zone stencil when painting? "
A: Several methods can be used to hold the stencil place. After receiving the stencil we recommend
removing it from the shipping box and lay it out if possible in the sun to help the plastic return to a flat configuration.
We recommend holding stencils in place by using 2 x 4 boards (PVC pipe), sandbags, or folding over the corners of the stencil
and staking down using landscape staples or a 8" nail with a fender washer.
In the body of the stencil we recommend using sand bags, bicycle tire inner tubes filled with sand, 2 x 4 boards, PVC pipe, and cardboard tubes (e.g., carpet roll)
to hold down specific areas of the stencil.
Q: "How is a custom or end zone stencil stored? "
A: These stencils can be folded similar to how it was shipped or rolled up on a pipe, tube or board.
Q: "How do you minimize the curling of the stencil edges? "
A: Try to minimize the amount of paint over spray, especially aerosol paints, on the edges.
If possible before using the stencil spray PAM (cooking vegetable oil) or Simple Green on the edges and then
rinse with water after use. Once paint has accumulated allow it to dry and flake off as part of
the storage process. Prior to the next use spread the stencil out (preferable in the sun) to regain its original shape.
Q: "How do you layout and set end zone letter stencils? "
A: We have a end zone stencil layout tips tutorial that helps
produce a symmetric layout.
Q: "What procedure should be used to paint a custom stencil logo? "
A: When using the custom stencil bring with you a colored picture of the logo. This allows the field
painting staff to recognize how the stencil was manufactured relative to the logo features. Many custom stencils will have
a border or series of borders. Some of these borders will be cut out using bracing for strength and designated by using a series
half moon and rectangular cut outs.
Prior to taking the stencil to the field we recommend spreading out it to lay flat and remove creases.
You want to minimize the amount of time that a custom stencil is spread out on the natural turf to reduce any heat stress to the turf.
Use some method to square the stencil on the playing field, using the yard lines and hash marks and string.
Once the field stencil has been laid out you must secure the stencil using methods mentioned above.
Try and have all your different colored paint and painting machine available before the stencil is laid out. Have a rinse
pail of water available for mistake corrections and clean-out between paint colors. Use an aerosol field marking paint
can or spray wand applicator connected a field marking paint sprayer to quickly outline the painted sections of the stencil
so the stencil can be removed quickly from the turf. After the stencil has been removed then fill in the respective painted areas.
To help a stencil stand out you can first paint a white background. Also you can free hand paint a different color border around
the logo. This is especially effective for end zone letter stencils.
For those stadiums with shorter bleachers we recommend placing the stencil on the home field side of center line
of the field. More of the stencil will be visible due to the height of football field center relative to the
sideline.
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