As autumn approaches, changing temperatures, weather conditions and pool usage can all influence water quality. For pool and spa operators, maintaining a clear understanding of water chemistry remains essential throughout the changing seasons. While routine measurements such as chlorine and pH provide vital information, looking beyond the basics can give operators a more complete picture […]
Water Chemistry
Choosing the right pool cover is one of the most important decisions a pool owner can make. Beyond keeping the pool clean, a premium cover enhances safety, improves energy efficiency and helps preserve your investment for years to come. At Alfresco Pools, an official UK distributor OF Coverseal, we believe a pool cover should work […]
What dealers and consumers need to know before they buy urges Steve Martin of Green Tech and Paramount…. Walk into any pool or spa retailer’s storeroom and you will find drums and tubs stacked with a cluster of red-bordered diamonds printed somewhere on the label. Most of the time, they are glanced at once when […]
The UK pool industry is being urged to rethink its approach to pool management and crucially, water quality control. Pool industry consultant, Paul McMichael, believes many companies are under-resourced and even worse, are stuck in outdated practices from up to 30 years ago. “I have seen first-hand, a reluctance to embrace new technology, new approaches […]
Pool operators know the challenges of maintaining safe, balanced and crystal-clear water. Accurate monitoring of water chemistry is essential, not just for regulatory compliance, but for protecting swimmers, equipment and overall pool performance. The Lovibond MD150 13in1 photometer is new for 2026 and builds on the trusted performance of the MD150 6in1, retaining its proven […]
Let me introduce myself – I’m Debbie Collins, the new Marketing Coordinator at PWTAG, and I couldn’t have joined at a better time. PWTAG’s work sits at the heart of raising standards across our industry and my role is all about amplifying that voice — sharing insight, celebrating good practice and helping more organisations connect […]
Common mistakes and how to avoid them… The plant room is the heart of the pool system where poor planning will lead to inefficiency, maintenance headaches and premature equipment failure. Today’s blue riband products for a modern, future-proof plant room are those that deliver maximum energy savings, superior water quality, and remote connectivity. Eco-efficiency is […]
Swimming pool technicians and engineers are essential for maintaining the safety, functionality, and quality of swimming facilities. Their expertise ensures that pools are not only clean and well-maintained but also safe for use. Given the technical nature of their work appropriate training and continuous professional development (CPD) are crucial. The Institute of Swimming Pool Engineers […]
Pool plant room operations are becoming increasingly automated, driven by the idea that measuring things reliably and automatically means you can identify key performance indicators for benchmarking a pool’s performance. This could be for compliance (eg free chlorine values’ deviation from the set-point), cost management or energy use. It is important, however, that the remote […]
There has never been a better time to trigger the salt chlorination switch… With news of chlorine shortages impacting on both residential and commercial pools and persistent enquiries for more eco-friendly pool water treatment, now could be the ideal opportunity to add the option of saltwater treatment systems to your customer offering. You could […]
