The Gabba will become the first ground in Australia to use an electric roller to prepare turf cricket wicket.
Grounds Manager David Sandurski moving away from traditional machinery could be challenging in the turf world.
“But after seeing and hearing the electric roller in action, we hold great expectations for this unit,” Mr Sandurski said
“This roller is pretty much silent, has no emissions or fumes, and a range of features which will make the hours on the roller far more comfortable and safe for the team.”
He said the electric roller removed the risk of oil or fluid leaks on the wicket and would run for 30+ hours on a full charge.
“It has solar panels to provide a continuous trickle charge so that it will have limited time connected to traditional power sources.”
Stadiums Queensland Chief Executive Todd Harris said investment in the new technology at the ground in Brisbane’s inner-east, reflected Stadiums Queensland’s focus on making business operations more sustainable.
“Sustainability is an increasingly important focus for our fans, hirers and stakeholders and we continue to investigate more environmentally friendly practices and products such as this right across our business.”
