When Things Go Wrong
Chemical exposure, vehicle accidents, wildlife and dangerous weather are just some of the hazards field techs may face on the job.
Power Women: Averi Edwards
For Averi Edwards, the pool industry was simply part of the background as she grew up — something her dad did while she was busy figuring out where she wanted to go. “Throughout my childhood and teen years, the thought of working for him or with or around swimming pools never crossed my mind,” she says.
RiverFlow Launches a Nonreversing Axial Flow Pump
RiverFlow, a manufacturer of aquatic current generators for sports and entertainment applications in commercial and residential pools and lazy rivers, announced the release of its nonreversing axial flow pump.
AquaWorx USA Introduces New Pool Filter Packs
Aquaworx USA has released a new line of residential and commercial pool filter packs designed for durability, safety and ease of maintenance. The filter packs feature thick fiberglass lids and a reinforced 1-inch floor to prevent warping and allow for efficient drainage.
Dive into National Water Safety Month with These 6 Tips
In the United States, May is recognized as National Water Safety Month. This annual event is coordinated by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) with support from American Red Cross, National Drowning Prevention Alliance, National Recreation and Park Association, and World Waterpark Association, and Pentair is proud to sponsor this year’s awareness program. The…
Shades of Safety
When it comes to commercial pools, interior finishes are more than an aesthetic choice.
Model Aquatic Health Code’s Fifth Edition Provides Updated Safety Guidance
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released the fifth edition of the Model Aquatic Health Code, providing updated guidance for enhancing safety in aquatic facilities
Time to replace your safety pool cover?
As pool season approaches, ensuring your pool is equipped with a reliable and durable safety cover is essential.
Embracing Pool Safety
As an Olympic swimmer and a water safety expert for Leslie’s, Cullen Jones understands the importance of water safety. However, that connection began long before his swimming career when at 5 years old, he nearly drowned at a water park.
The NPC Start-up Procedure
The importance of a good start-up procedure cannot be overstated. It provides balanced water to protect the finish and equipment and sanitizes water for the protection of swimmers.
Here to Spray
Many are opting for spray parks over swimming pools
The Clear Red Line
If a pool technician can’t persuade a reluctant customer to replace a feeble pump or a weathered liner, no big deal. Their pool, their choice — onto the next job. But sometimes, a tech is obligated to not take “no” for an answer. Pools that aren’t properly installed or maintained can be death traps, and…