Construction Systems/Materials
Reliably holding water without leaks is the primary function of a watershape structure. Achieving that goal for the long run can be readily achieved using reinforced PVC membranes, an option proponents say can save existing pools and set up new structures for long-term success.
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Thursday Pools offers The Nook, a compact take on plunge-pool luxury with a design that is luxurious and meets the demand for a compact, wellness-inspired pool. Sporting a sleek footprint, built-in-steps and integrated bench seating, it brings full-feature functionality to compact spaces. This pool is 8ft-4inches wide x 16ft long with a 4-foot-8-inch depth and has wide entry steps and a built-in-bench. The flat-bottom depth is great for lounging, light exercise or cooling off and taking a quick dip with ease, the company says. Additionally, this pool does not require an oversized-load transportation permit for simpler delivery.
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Magic Plastics is pleased to offer its patented Vibeproof Locking Union Technology created to prevent and avoid costly plumbing service calls. This technology incorporates a series of strategically placed scallops on the pump union nut and tailpiece so that hand-tightening of the nut will engage the lock, preventing the union from loosening or backing out during vibration to eliminate unnecessary service calls. Made from PVC or ABS and meets all ASTM standards and plumbing requirements, assemblies are available in a variety of configurations in 1”, 1½”, 2”, 2½” & 3” IPS sizes.
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Automatic Pool Covers Inc. is now offering a new pool coping option specifically for fiberglass pools. These new coping kits have a flat bottom edge giving installers more flexibility when installing on fiberglass pool walls. Coping comes in two options, standard 22-foot lengths, allowing for fewer seams and coping clips. This new design was developed as a part of Automatic Pool Covers’ commitment to providing the safest automatic pool covers on the market, the company says.
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Renolit makes RENOLIT SOLID, a reinforced PVC membrane created to renovate and waterproof decks on both residential pools as well as in aquatic facilities. This 80-mil thick membrane upgrades decks to make them waterproof and slip-resistant for safety, the company says. A “solid” solution for common deck problems including cracks, chips, peeling paint and more. Provides long-term ease of maintenance.
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Kevin Cobabe takes great pride in creating equipment sets that not only look clean, but reflect an artisan touch in function and appearance. That’s why on all of his projects he finishes with a flare by painting the equipment pad plumbing, a step that protects the pipes and gives the work a professional look.
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Rico Rock has added to its Jump Rock series. Made of pre-cast lightweight concrete, the rocks offer the easiest way to provide a spot for kids to jump off the pool edge into the water. These new Jump Rocks are roughly 22 inches high and made of a high-tech concrete mix. Mortared into the deck, the new designs weigh roughly 200 pounds, making them inherently stable.
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RENOLIT has announced the new KOLOS collection, the company’s latest line of high-performance PVC-reinforced membranes. Inspired by the power of “Colossus”- KOLOS is engineered to handle extreme exposure to chlorine, abrasive substances, and other challenging chemicals. KOLOS is backed by a 20-year waterproofing guarantee and a 5-year warranty against staining.
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Poolside by CGT and Trevi have collaborated to create the ‘Blizzard’ pool liner pattern that uses rich hues of deep blue color in a design that imitates the look of natural stone. The pattern gives the pool a textured look reminiscent of blue slate. The deep blue pool liner pattern that is printed on a dramatic marine blue film giving the pattern an intense, vivid color that amplifies the color intensity of the pool water.
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Natare manufacturers swimming pool windows that provide a clear view into the swimming or diving pool below the water’s surface, an invaluable aid for underwater photography, education, or the ultimate view of competition swimming. These strong rectangular windows are suitable for installation in any concrete or stainless-steel pool. The window installs flush with the interior pool wall, eliminating projections and sharp edges that can interfere with equipment or competition.
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