Technology continues to advance in the commercial and residential pool markets, as there are always new products, technologies, and design methods being introduced. This article will look at what is trending for 2018. Some of the design options and products that are discussed are not necessarily new to the industry, but thanks to new technologies and innovations, they continue to … Read More
Using Audio and Visual Equipment to Investigate Pool Water Loss Issues
Sometimes, homeowners suspect (or even know) their pool is leaking prior to closing it for the season, but in many cases, they wait until spring to confirm it. Some pool owners think the leak will fix itself, and sometimes it does—temporarily. This rarely happens though. In fact, it usually becomes worse before they decide to take action, whether doing something … Read More
A Look into the Effectiveness of Below-Ground Solar Heating Systems
Everyone knows pool heating can be costly for homeowners—especially if the pool is not being covered. As a result, many are making the move towards sustainable technologies such as solar energy. For most, when thinking of solar energy an image of large solar panels may come to mind. Very few think of invisible solar heating because it is a relatively … Read More
Today’s High-Tech Controls Now Go Beyond the Pool
The pool industry is entering an era of unprecedented innovation and evolution. With the advancement in microprocessors, data memory, touch screens, and other electronic components, automation is not only becoming more mainstream and more affordable, but equipment manufacturers are also starting to keep up with the innovation curve. That said, pool automation systems have evolved in the past three years … Read More
Best Practices for Determining Pool Plumbing Schematics
Proper pump selection and optimal flow rates are extremely important to ensure proper hydraulics and to get the most efficiency throughout the entire pool or spa. It is also important to avoid ‘dead spots,’ especially in today’s pool designs which often have multiple curves, lazy rivers, inlets, grottos, and vanishing edges. Service professionals can also increase the energy savings for … Read More
Mobile Technology Revolutionizes Pool/Spa Operation
The number of things people can do with a smartphone is rapidly increasing and there are no signs of it slowing down. Today, more consumers are using their mobile phones not only to stay in touch with friends and family, but to also pay bills, make travel/entertainment plans, check weather forecasts and even play games. In fact, sales of these … Read More
Using Mobile Technology to Increase Productivity
Today, one can go beyond using their smartphone for socializing, texting and e-mailing. With the mobile industry growing at an outstanding pace, the widespread use of these devices has provided a new age of increased productivity and flexibility for pool and spa professionals in the field. ‘Mobile app’ is a term used to describe Internet applications that run on smartphones, … Read More
What Does the Future Hold for Pool and Hot Tub Automation?
Imagine giving customers the ability to sit poolside on a warm summer evening, touching a familiar screen, and bringing their backyard to life in a way that suits their particular mood. One tap of their finger can transform their outdoor living space to reflect an ambiance or theme that matches the way they felt during that particular evening. Builders have … Read More