THE NEXT BIG SHIFT

With the implementation of the European F-Gas III regulation bringing further restrictions on high-GWP refrigerants, the pressure is growing on manufacturers and the wider supply chain to adapt. Poolstar Group, available in the UK through Automated Environmental Systems, has decided not to wait for the regulatory timetable to dictate the pace of change. The manufacturer […]

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WET LEISURE FUTURE PROOFING

Heat pumps have become a standard component of energy-efficient pool and spa design, reports Christina Connor
 Once regarded as an environmentally driven alternative to conventional boilers, heat pumps have become a mainstream specification across the UK wet-leisure sector. As energy costs, decarbonisation and refrigerant legislation reshape the market, the technology is opening-up opportunities for both […]

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INDUSTRY BENCHMARK

In 2024 Beatbot introduced the world’s first 5-in-1 robotic pool cleaner. The AquaSense Pro was a breakthrough that redefined what a ‘clean’ pool truly means and set a new benchmark for the industry. A professional clean is all about the details others miss. The AquaSense 2 Pro meticulously cleans every surface of your pool, from […]

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ENERGY SAVER

The Poolex Spawer Ice Spa has finally solved the problem of heating a spa or hot tub with a heat pump. With energy savings of up to 75% more than built-in heaters, the EVI compressor and patented defrost system maintains heating efficiency even at temperatures as low as -25°C, the Ice Spa is a true […]

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INDUSTRY BENCHMARK

In 2024 Beatbot introduced the world’s first 5-in-1 robotic pool cleaner. The AquaSense Pro was a breakthrough that redefined what a ‘clean’ pool truly means and set a new benchmark for the industry. A professional clean is all about the details others miss. The AquaSense 2 Pro meticulously cleans every surface of your pool, from […]

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DEEP SWEEP ON POOL CLEANERS

With more choice than ever, swimming pool cleaners are flying off pool shop shelves like those proverbial hot cakes this summer. Modern day deep cleaning machines have evolved rapidly in recent years with advanced technology transforming what was once a manual, time-consuming task into a highly automated and efficient process. Today’s market is dominated by […]

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GAME CHANGER

The Poolex Spawer Ice Spa has finally solved the problem of heating a spa or hot tub with a heat pump. With energy savings up to 75% more than built-in heaters, the EVI compressor and patented defrost system maintains heating efficiency even at temperatures as low as -25°C, the Ice Spa is a true game […]

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THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

Exact numbers for home sauna sales in the UK are not publicly reported but 2024 revenue estimates home sauna sales to top the ÂŁ250m mark. With average prices per unit hovering around the ÂŁ5k mark, it is not surprising that interest in stocking sauna offerings on the showroom floor has heightened. For customers struggling to […]

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GETTING TO GRIPS WITH SCOP

The new generation of Poolex heat pumps have SCOP ratings as well as the traditional COP ratings, but what is SCOP and how does it vary from COP? The Coefficient of Performance (COP) measures the heating efficiency at a specific moment. It’s the ratio of the energy output to the energy input, essentially showing how […]

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WATERPROOF WIFI

Wi-Fi Link makes it easy to set up Wi-Fi access in your garden and around the pool. Connect up to 25 devices such as your heat pump, circulation pump, pool robot or lights, water treatment system, and even any other devices that need a Wi-Fi connection. Offering speeds of up to 150Mbps, Wi-Fi Link deploys […]

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