Products
Pentair offers GloBrite lights, color changing LED fixtures that generate five fixed colors; with seven preprogrammed light shows. The fixtures are compatible with the IntelliTouch and EasyTouch Control Systems, they can also be used with an optional Color Sync Controller for Pentair Color LED Pool Lights. They do not require grounding or bonding and they consume far less energy that halogen or incandescent lights. Read More
AquaStar (Ventura, Calif.) manufacturers a complete line of anti-entrapment suction outlets made to VGB-certified specifications. All components meet or exceed ANSI/APSP 16-2011 and NSF/ANSI 50 2009a national standards and ASTM G154 UV testing exposure. Sumps are manufactured from strong PVC, drain covers are manufactured from UV resistant polymers.
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Pentair (Cary, N.C.) makes the BioShield Commercial UV disinfection system, designed to eliminate problems with waterborne pathogens and chloramine formation. The system is made of Schedule 80 solvent-welded PVC, available in standard sizes up to 2,335 gpm and are NSF 50 certified. The low-pressure, high-output UV lamps offer up to 12,000 hours of continuous operation.
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Garden Artisans (Annapolis, Md.) sells giant leaf fountains by Henri Studios. The fountain is crafted of cast stone (concrete) and offered in a range of both standard and custom finishes. The design features water cascading over four large leaves. It measures 35 inches high, 36 inches wide and 34 inches front to back. It weight 466 pounds.
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Commercial pools must conform to a variety of safety and operational requirements beyond those promulgated in the residential segment of the industry. The ubiquitous 3-bend handrail is no exception. As Dave Peterson explains, even this simple design sometimes fails in implementation -- but help is on the way with this nifty and useful detail.
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Forever Bamboo (San Diego, Calif.) manufacturers traditional bamboo Tiki huts and palapas. Made using traditional material, including bamboo posts and thatched roofs, the huts are also fire and insect retardant with material that is all sustainably resourced. They come ready to assemble in standard sizes and can also be custom made. For details click here.
Desert Steel (Witchita, Kan.) manufacturers a line of steel palm trees for creative landscape designs. The trees come in a variety of sizes are made of all-weather steel construction, and are color-fast and corrosion resistant. They require concrete mounting pads measuring 30-by-30 inches by 10-inches thick. For details click here.
My Pool Signs (Lodi, Calif.) offers a line of humorous pool signs that are designed to humorously convey important health and safety messages. The aluminum signs last at least 10 years the company says, with a variety of messages that discourage peeing in the pool or the use of glass containers, while others clarify rules regarding skinny dipping and bathing-suit optional areas. For details, click here.
A beautiful aquatic setting deserves equally dazzling water, explains water-quality specialist, Steve Kenny. That universal truth can lead anywhere, he says, including this project that is nestled in the heart of a tropical paradise, where he rescued a gorgeous pool from the murky depths of an inadequate treatment system.
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Pebble Technology (Scottsdale, Ariz.) now offers Lightstreams glass tile. All tiles are specially designed for pools, featuring permanent internal coloring and texturing and the highest standards of craftsmanship. Twice-fired to remove stresses in the glass and specially engineered for secure application, they deliver nearly timeless durability, with silky smooth corners and edges for safe and comfortable contact with bare skin. For details click here.
