Hot tub users are being made aware of the dangers and health risks associated with hot tubs after a man spent six days a in a coma after picking up a mystery bug. Water treatment specialists Hydrochem were asked to carry out water tests on the hot tub after the man was taken ill. Now […]
Pool Industry
Founded more than 40 years ago and based in Woking, Surrey, BTU Poolservices is one of the foremost swimming pool design, construction, repair, refurbishment and maintenance specialists serving London and the South East. With a broad portfolio of clients, their extensive knowledge and expertise means that BTU Poolservices can service swimming pools and spas regardless […]
Darlly Europe has relocated to a new premises in Telford, Shropshire to accommodate its growing stock levels and further improve customer service. Situated two miles from the M54 motorway, the new 6,000 sq ft facility is spacious enough to house Darllyâs 200 filter lines and 50,000 filter stock level. Driven by supply and demand, Darlly […]
More than ÂŁ200,000 has been awarded to families following a fatal outbreak of Legionnairesâ disease. Victims Richard Griffin, William Hammersley and Harry Cadman died after contracting the deadly bug caused by a hot tub on display at the JTF Warehouse in Stoke-on-Trent. The outbreak struck more than 20 people in the summer of 2012. Inquests […]
East London-based Apulia Pools took to the stage earlier this summer to help create a theatrical lake for a production at Regentâs Park Open Air Theatre in London. Owner George Thorpe was approached by the production manager of the show, âThe Seagullâ, for advice on constructing a replica lake on stage which would be used […]
White-knuckle waterslides and rides may not be everyoneâs cup of tea, but they have proved to be a big business for award-winning Turkish company Polin Waterparks. Boasting a vast portfolio of water slides and structures, Polin has become a global leader in the design, engineering, manufacturing and installation of waterparks and associated equipment. âItâs all […]
At a time when people are increasingly concerned about their health, anxious to avoid exposure to chemicals, keen to help preserve wildlife and the environment, and inspired by more holistic ways of living a natural swimming pool offers the perfect fit. As well as offering a new and inspirational experience, the natural system has practical […]
A leading slatted cover supplier is calling on the UK pool industry to pool resources when it comes to energy efficiency. Alan Thorne, the managing director of Ocea pool covers, believes the industry can do much more to promote its good practice when it comes to energy costs. âEnergy efficient products such as pool covers […]
California dreaming was the inspiration behind this mosaic tiled concrete pool by Florida Pools and Spas. Working closely with the architect and the client, Jersey-based Florida Poolsâ in-house design team was able to ensure the finished look was in line with the clientâs vision of a sleek and modern centrepiece for the outdoor area. âA […]
Earlier this year ground-breaking Dryden Aqua appointed Pollet Pool Group as the sole distributor of its swimming pool products in the UK. Far from a rush of excitement, PPGâs water treatment specialist, Jimmy Lamb, had to be convinced. âI was just as sceptical as the next man about what âactivatedâ actually means,â says Jimmy, a […]
