Watershape University is proud to announce this year’s recipients of Grant’s Grants, a program supporting military veterans who are establishing careers in the pool industry. This year’s winners grew from two to four based on generous industry donations – and a wild ride on a mechanical bull.
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General Galactic Systems Inc. has announced the launch of a new inline version of its flagship smart water monitoring product, the Crystal Water Monitor. The system analyzes more than 1,000 readings per week from each monitored pool, providing updates via the app and/or accessible via a computer, with instant access to pH/ORP/temperature readings, detailed water data, chemical usage history and more.
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Futurewood produces CleverDeck, a decking product made from recycled plastic, rice husks, and hardwood sawdust. The CleverDeck Xtreme version also has a pure polymer shell over the recycled core. This allows the company to create high-quality decking that is cost effective over time and easy to maintain. The composite decking materials are formulated for durability. In the harsh Australian climate where the product was developed, having composite decking that is practically waterproof, scratch and fade-resistant, and super durable is a must.
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Fluidra offers the Jandy JXiQ pool and spa gas heater. The unit is designed with features to ensure proper installation and operation such as auto-sensing dual voltage functionality and a one-of-a-kind low gas pressure switch to prevent ignition when it doesn’t sense enough pressure. Engineered with additional sensors for unparalleled self-diagnostic capabilities, troubleshooting service calls is a cinch since you can detect and resolve issues quickly — allowing you to complete more calls in a day, the company says.
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CCEI’s simple and small Phileo VP peristaltic pH chemical feeder provides energy efficient pH regulation as the unit’s motor only activates during dosing, saving energy usage. Designed to help quickly and easily combat the side effects of salt chlorine generators, The Phileo VP automatically tests and monitors pH levels in pool water and adjusts chemicals in the water as needed.
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Convention and common practice often exist to be challenged, says Steve Kenny. In his quest to understand how to consistently achieve superior water quality, he has come to what he views as a watershed opinion – one that will directly challenge the industry’s assumptions about filtration technology.
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The water molecule is one of the most intriguing known to science, with physical characteristics that literally and figuratively shape our world. But how much do we really know about the molecule that comprises roughly two thirds of our bodies? Here are some amazing molecular factoids.
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In September 2024, Watershape University organized a tour of Machu Picchu, the famous ruins nestled high in the Peruvian Andes. It was a dynamic journey of personal discovery with numerous fascinating revelations along the way, including the many ways the Incas controlled and utilized water. Here’s a look at one of the tour’s main highlights – a unique and mysterious place known as Tipón.
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The Manchac Swamp is far more than just a wetland; it is a place where history, culture, and nature converge to create one of Louisiana’s most mysterious places. Its legends of ghostly trains, voodoo curses, and menacing beasts are woven into the fabric of local folklore, while its natural aquatic beauty continues to captivate visitors from around the world.
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