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  1. A look at the evolution of pool heater technology

    Energy efficiency; consumers demand it and product development teams strive for it. These days, it is also the focus of advertising and packaging designs for nearly all home and industrial equipment. From light bulbs to dishwashers to automobiles, the amount of energy consumed is a major factor in the research and development (R&D) of new products, not to mention their...
  2. Minimizing injury risks at public swimming pools

    As swimming continues to grow as a preferred method of exercise and physical therapy for the young and elderly alike, commercial aquatic facilities continue to experience an increase in patronage year after year. This can be witnessed by the escalating number of people who use pools for water aerobics, muscle strengthening, and water walking/yoga; not to mention traditional swim lessons...
  3. Inside Chlorine's Staying Power

    For all of the criticism and market pressure brought to bear on traditional chlorination, proponents point out that despite popular concerns and a spectrum of available alternatives, chlorine has remained indispensable for many professionals and consumers alike — a fact that is not likely to change anytime soon.   https://aquamagazine.com/features/inside-chlorine-s-staying-power.html By: Aqua Magazine
  4. Controlling Calcium Hardness

    Maintaining appropriate levels of calcium hardness is a key balance factor in basic recreational water care. Typically, water in a vinyl-lined or fibreglass swimming pool should contain a calcium hardness level of 175 to 225 parts per million (ppm), while the recommended range for plaster-surfaced pools is a little higher at 200 to 275 ppm. In addition, the overall balance...
  5. Prefabricated Acrylic Hot Tubs

    By Dale Papke While portable acrylic hot tubs have dominated the residential market for almost 30 years, pre-manufactured acrylic or other non-concrete commercial hot tub materials have only become popular in the last 10 to 15 years as an increasing number of architects, developers and operators are selecting these products for commercial projects. The reason for this is their lower...
  6. Know When To Replace Your Chemistry Controller Sensors

    Ask this question to 10 aquatics professionals and you may well get 10 different answers. This may be due to the brand, the service contract, pool usage/how quickly they foul, sensor age and of course maintenance routines. You might think that is a long list of factors to consider, but fortunately everything has a known average to it with the...
  7. How technology is transforming the backyard pool experience

    Not long ago, pool maintenance required a fair amount of personal attention and effort. Managing water chemistry, maintaining the filter, and cleaning the pool and surrounding area were some of the tasks pool owners wanted to minimize in favour of having more time to relax and reap the benefits of their backyard investment. Pentiar Intellichem System: https://commercialpoolandspasupplies.com/mechanical-equipment/new-products/pentair-intellitouch-load-center-for-pool-with-intellichlor-transformer Pentair Intellichlor: https://commercialpoolandspasupplies.com/mechanical-equipment/new-products/intellichlor-ic15-16128   By...
  8. Pool lift meets Canadian accessibility requirements

    With the goal to bring affordable, reliable pool and spa access to everyone, Aqua Creek Products offers a range of pool and spa lifts—many of which meet Canadian accessibility requirements for commercial and residential use. Follow the link below to discover more about the Aquacreek Ranger Pool Lift https://commercialpoolandspasupplies.com/ranger-lift-w-anchor-350lb-cap By Pool and Spa Marketing: https://www.poolspamarketing.com/trade/features/pool-lift-meets-canadian-accessibility-requirements/
  9. 3 WAYS TO GET RID OF ALGAE IN YOUR POOL

    It can be disheartening having to cancel yet another pool party because your pool water is green. That green colour you see is caused by algae in your swimming pool. Algae is a plant like organism that can appear as green/blue, a yellow/mustard colour, or black. Let’s take a closer look at what kind of algae may be plaguing your...
  10. Play it Safe: Expert advice to help prevent drownings

    With outdoor pool season in full swing, read this expert advice on how to prevent drownings. By: Pool, Spas & Patios https://www.poolsspaspatios.com/homeowner/play-it-safe-expert-advice-to-help-prevent-drownings/print/