Products
Archasol (Chevy Chase, MD) makes the Kasa solar-powered umbrella, designed to extend outdoor dining time after sunset without the need for any separate power supply or trailing electrical cords. Flexible PV cells attached to the polyester fabric. The umbrella provides up to 10 hours of continuous nighttime illumination from LED strip lights positioned along the ribs. Learn more here.
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CamerEye (San Diego, CA) introduces smarter pool construction monitoring and management with a complete AI-video camera pool safety system and builder portal. The builder portal offers streamlined job oversight and project management with a smart AI-video camera system and portal allows pool builders to monitor all jobsites and construction progress from start to end.
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Fountain People (San Marcos, TX) offer the FXPRO Series RGBW12 Spot LED color-changing light fixture to illuminate both fountain and splash pad spray effects. The fixture has on-board DMX driver for more control and includes an angle adjustable yoke to positioning the fixture as desired. Unit may be anchored to a finished floor or wall.
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Pebble Technology International (Scottsdale, AZ) is has announced the addition of a new finish to its line of pool and outdoor living products, PebbleBreeze. The finish offers the beauty and durability PebbleTec’s exposed aggregate pool finishes, while providing a new smooth texture and three new unique colors. Vibrant glass beads add sparkle while proprietary additives deliver top industry durability.
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In the world of concrete, vermiculite is in some ways an unusual material – a lightweight aggregate that creates a durable and ultra-smooth substrate for vinyl liner pool. (It’s also widely used as a soil amendment in agriculture.) Phoenix B. Owens has been using it in his pools for decades, and believe with the right touch, vermiculite is a perfect choice.
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As Paolo Benedetti explains in this conclusion to his series on Alkali Silica Reaction, although the problem can be avoided with basic and well-known precautionary measures, it is almost impossible to cure once the it starts. The business implications are grim for watershapers who are caught unaware.
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There’s no limit to the cost of renovating severely cracked pools. Ontario Pool Coatings recently turned to PVC membranes as a way to control those costs and most important, provide a reliable watertight renovation solution. As company president, Darren Borland, explains, the move into membranes has proved a perfect fit.
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Solus Décor (New Westminster, BC) makes its longstanding Hemi Fire Bowls in three sizes and in a classic hemispherical design. The pits feature ‘cross-jet’ gas burners rated at 60,000 to 108,000 btus, using natural gas or liquid propane with manual or electronic start options. The Hemi 26, 36 and 48 models are fully certified CSA, ANSI, and CE. Learn more here.
Aquascape (St. Charles, IL) offers the 4-Outlet Pond Aeration Kit for oxygenating ponds, and enhancing water quality. The quiet and energy-efficient design of the kit comes with winter-resistant airline, preassembled check valves, and four weighted air stones that disperse oxygen throughout the pond, supporting biological balance and health. Learn more here.
Pentair (Minneapolis, MN) makes MicroBrite Color and White LED Lights. For new pool and spa designs, their compact size adds dynamic lighting in tight places. The 12V LED plastic lights are only 3.5 inches long, fit into narrow walls and tight spaces and require no niche. Learn more here.
