This season, hundreds of thousands of pool owners will likely replace their pumps because either their current equipment has reached the end of its life or they want to take advantage of the energy efficient benefits of today’s new systems. Some will replace old single-speed pumps with another single-speed, but many will likely upgrade to a variable-speed pump (VSP). VSPs … Read More
Fleet Vehicle Management: Cost-Effective Strategies to Fulfill a Company’s Transportation Needs
Pool and hot tub business owners and managers have plenty of tasks and concerns occupying their minds without having to worry about how they are going to get from one location to the next. A fleet of vehicles should provide comfort, accessibility, safe transport, and the necessary features a company needs without causing undue stress or going over budget. Ultimately, … Read More
Sun Care Best Practices for Pool and Hot Tub Professionals
The prevalence of skin cancer is on the rise and not just in North America, but worldwide. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed the incidence of non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancers has been increasing over the past several decades. Currently, between two and three million skin cancers occur globally each year. One in every three cancers diagnosed … Read More
Putting Pool Filtration to the Test: The Time Has Come to Establish New Filter Media Standards
Cartridge filter manufacturers believe in making the best products available and know it is feasible to provide the industry with different grades of product based on the type of pool/hot tub, geographic location, what water quality challenges (if any) the customers are facing. Unfortunately, unlike other industries, the aquatics sector has a ‘one size fits all’ approach. That said, to … Read More
An Intermediate Look at Pool and Hot Tub Water Chemistry and Testing
Dealing with pool and hot tub water chemistry issues is sometimes confusing and occasionally frustrating because of the many critical components involved. A basic understanding of this topic is often not enough. Sometimes it requires ‘diving in’ a little deeper and gaining a better understanding of what it takes to maintain healthy, balanced water. The first key players in attaining … Read More
Filters Play an Integral Role in Hot Tub Water Quality
One of the most memorable hot tub water care questions this author has ever received involved the topic of filters. Years later, the conversation is just as relevant today partially because it not only highlighted the importance of proper filter care, but also the integral role they play in helping keep hot tub water clean and the jets flowing at … Read More
A Case for Borates: Maintaining Water Chemistry in Pools Using Salt Chlorine Generators
Electrolytic chlorine generators (ECGs) or salt chlorine generators became extremely popular about 15 years ago and have continued to grow throughout the U.S., simply because pool owners love them. However, as most in the industry know, some pool owners believe that after installing a salt chlorine generator nothing else is required in terms of water maintenance. In the short term, … Read More
A Microscopic Look at How the Pool Environment Affects Cartridge Filters
A child drinks 44 mL (1.4 oz) of water every hour they play in a pool; therefore, it is crucial to ensure the water is clean. One major component to the cleanliness of pool and/or hot tub water is the filter. Today, one of the most popular media used to cleanse water are filter cartridges, which are typically made with … Read More
Putting Pools on Cruise Control: From Cleaners to Chemicals, Technology Simplifies Maintenance
Today, the word ‘automation’ is often heard and is one that seems to drive innovation in many markets. Everyone looks to automate certain tasks in their life as a way to make them simpler, as it allows one to focus on things that really matter to them like family, friends, and fun. To put this in perspective, think of certain … Read More
A Look at the Trends in Heat Pump Technology
Heat pumps have been the go-to pool heating option in certain geographical locations for years. An increasing number of pool owners are opting for heat pumps over propane, natural gas, oil, and electric heaters for a number of reasons, including operating costs, environmental impact, and overall efficiency. As summer ends, some pool owners who were attracted to the low price … Read More