Opinion piece by our resident Greek.
Understanding the Model Aquatic Health Code: Series Intro
This is the introduction to a series that will take a look at the Model Aquatic Health Code and our interpretation of it.
Valve Sequencing Revisited
Knowing which valves you open and close in the pump room while performing maintenance is important.
Identifying Mystery Particulates in Your Pool
Do you have stuff floating in your pool? Read about particulates and what can cause them.
Pool Maintenance is Water Quality
Pool Maintenance is Water Quality. We cannot stress how much having your water under control is essential.
The Evolution of the Business in the Aquatics Industry: Spray Parks
By: Wes King As a parent one of the things I’m always looking for is fun outdoor activities for the kids. This does come with some caveats such as not …
The Evolution of the Business in the Aquatics Industry: Hospitality
One pool expert’s observation on a hotel pool.
The Evolution of the Business in the Aquatic Industry
By: Wes King I remember when I could go to my local neighborhood pool and just swim and play with my friends. There was a chain-linked fence, a folding table …
Give “Why” a Try
Curiosity can kill a cat but it can save you money with your aquatic facility; pools, spas, splash parks, etc. Solve more problems by asking why and get to the root of the problem.
Winter Skin – Tis the Season for Itchy Skin
If you are associated with public swimming pools then you have heard this one before “What have you done to the water, my skin gets really itchy these days?” …
Reasons to Consider A Salt Water Pool
The content of this article mainly pertains to residential swimming pools. The benefits of salt are universal. There is so much to like about swimming pools. For one, it gives …
Pump Room Air Quality
How is your pump room air quality? Every commercial Aquatics facility is bound to have harmful chemicals, both stored and in use, to manage the water chemistry of their swimming …
Asking the question “Have You Read Your Manual?”
Asking the question “Have you read your manual?” Perhaps one of the most important and yet least asked questions that a tech support person can ask, at least in my …
Pump Room Maintenance: What’s in Your Tool Bag?
What’s in your tool bag? Everyone has a standard set of tools they always use when working in the pump room. My tool bag has a TDS meter, test kit, …
Is your facility OSHA Compliant?
For those who haven’t heard the acronym OSHA before, congratulations. That is arguably a beautiful rock you have been living under. Now come out of there and hear me out. …
Aquatic Facility Plans and Checklists
Everyone needs a plan. Do you have one? Here are a few important things you can use to be sure you remain on top of your Aquatic Facility. Do you …
Labor Day Approaches!
You see it? Just there…. Just flip the page on the calendar… ah ha! now you see it, there it is, LABOR DAY!!! There are only two weeks left to …
Avoiding Disease in a Cootie Filled World (RWI)
During our rising summer heats, what better place to be than the pool. As operators, we immediately feel the increase in attendance; our equipment is feeding more, chemicals are being …
Tipping the “Scales” of Water Balance
As an operator, there’s always a sigh of relief when all your equipment is working as it should and all chemistry readings are within range – the water is that …
Know When To Replace Your Chemistry Controller Sensors
When should you replace your chemistry controller probes/sensors? Ask this question to 10 aquatics professionals and you may well get 10 different answers. This may be due to the brand, …