V-FLOW HEAT PUMP

Aqua Spa Supplies, the UK’s leading supplier of accessories to the hot tub trade, is pleased to offer the 7kW V Flow model, part of its ever-popular Energi Heat Pump range. The Energi V Flow features a compact vertical design with an upward exhaust airflow, requiring a footprint of just 53cm x 53cm. Ideal for […]

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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 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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ON THEIR MARKS

Buckingham Pools embarked on the multi-million-pound development with Bouygues UK, the main contractor behind Pentre Awel, which will co-locate leisure, health, research, businesses and education in Llanelli, Wales. As part of the local council’s ambition to bring together life science and community healthcare, Buckingham Pools was delighted to be awarded a comprehensive Design and Build […]

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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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MAKING WAVES

VIP access to the annual State of the UK Swimming Pool Industry report… “Swimming pools aren’t a luxury – they’re vital community infrastructure,” declares Paul Woodford, Strategic Engagement Director at Alliance Leisure in the recently published State Of The Industry Report. “They offer far more than a place to swim,” says Paul. “Pools are safe, […]

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POWER-HOUSE REFURBS

Refurbishment continues to dominate the attention of the home swimming pool sector with owners eager to upgrade for greater efficiency and sustainability as well as all-round enjoyment. Typically, priorities include reducing running costs, enhancing sustainability, adding new features and delivering a more modern design. By combining innovative products and industry know-how, leading suppliers help their […]

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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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THE HEAT IS ON!

No self-respecting pool builder or spa retailer is installing this season without the specification of a super-efficient air source heat pump. Driven by dual influences of an energy and economic crisis, wet leisure retailers have had to wise-up quickly to eco efficiency. Switched-on sales strategies involve not just new installs but contacting existing clients to […]

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OASIS BUOYED BY SUCCESS

Buoyed by the success of an outstanding 2024, Oasis Outdoor Living is setting its sights even higher for 2025, kicking off with what promises to be a stand-out appearance at the forthcoming SPATEX show. “We have some exciting new ideas and marketing plans to deliver to both existing and potential new dealers,” reveals Wayne Green, […]

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BLACK BOX TECHNOLOGY

Pool & Spa SCENE reports on providing safe and sustainable public pools… Public swimming pools need the equivalent of ‘black box’ technology from the aviation industry to provide key technical analysis on day-to-day running but especially in the event of a major incident. But the commercial wet leisure sector faces a ÂŁ180 million investment shortfall […]

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