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and bacteria make it perfect for children and allergy sufferers. The automated system reduces pool down time, maintenance, and gives measurable cost savings on chemicals. The intelligent system will also tell you when the electrodes need attention or changing and you have the facility to programme the pool size in gallons or litres.
PoolSan, another popular alternative, is a chlorine-free water additive that is hypo- allergenic and non-corrosive and which has recently become the popular choice for high profile hotel pool managers. PoolSan liquid uses traditional chemistry in an innovative new form. It is an ionic aqueous solution containing copper, silver, zinc, aluminium, gold, manganese, nitrogen and iron, a combination which eliminates the need for chlorine, algaecides and flocculents. These ions bring about a change in the enzyme processes of algae and bacteria, breaking down their DNA structure and cell walls. These charged particles then flock together so they can be trapped more effectively by the filter. The ions maintain a stable residual in the water until they are used up by this process, and the product has a lower toxicity than chemicals such as chlorine or bromine. It is also possible to swim in the water immediately after the additive has been applied, as it does not need time to dissipate in the manner of traditional chlorine treatment. PoolSan can improve the quality of the water whilst reducing the exposure of swimmers to chlorine, which some consider to be an irritant.
PoolSan’s manufacturers also consider that it has a distinct advantage to owners and operators opening up their pools in spring, as it retains a residual level of sanitiser over the colder months. This means that the water stays algae-free, requiring only a top-up before the pool is used once again.
Other alternatives available include PoolSafe’s AquaKlear electronic water treatment system, which will help reduce cleaning time and provides a number of additional benefits, including less chlorine use, reduced backwashing and the elimination of the need for coagulants.
FI-CLOR PRODUCTS FOCUS ON SEASON TREATMENTS One of the most popular names amongst specialist retailers when recommending pool opening products is Fi-Clor from Arch Water who offer a range of high quality pool chemicals and services for the swimming pool, spa or small above-ground pool owners. Fi- Clor produces products aimed specifically at the task of opening up a new season pool. The well known Fi-Clor stabilised chlorine granules and tablets, is supported by Superfast – the dissolving unstabilised granular chlorine which can be used as a regular sanitiser or shock treatment to keep a pool safe and crystal clear.
A specific product for the time of year is Fi-Clor Spring Open-Up which helps protect a pool from algae. It gives a pool water protection from algae and fungi following the winter shut-down. It can also help prevent the formation of scale and staining from dissolved minerals to keep the water and pool surfaces in good order. Fi-Clor range includes Premium 5 stabilised chlorine granules, Premium 5 chlorine tablets and special and seasonal treatments.
TAKE CARE ON PH LEVEL AT THE START OF THE SEASON
BioLab UK, through its Bayrol brand is Europe’s specialist company for high quality hygiene and care for everything to do with swimming pools and they recommend keeping outdoor pools filled during the winter. So in these cases the question at the start of the season is whether you should treat the “wintered” water or refill it with fresh water.
For outdoor swimming pools, BioLab recommends a complete water change once a year, and for indoor pools every two to three years. The best time to change the water in outdoor
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Fi-Clor produces a range of products aimed specifically at opening up a new season pool
pools is in spring because after the winter you will have to give the pool a spring clean anyway. If the pool is empty and free of dirt and lime, check the filter and fill it up with water from the tap. First set the pH (7.0 - 7.4), and then begin with a thorough disinfection or chlorine shock. You can then continue with normal care three days later. Remember that when you refill the pool, the pH will rise rapidly in the first few days and must therefore be checked more frequently and if necessary reduced using pH-Minus.
NEW ZEALAND MADE SPA FILTERS FROM PURE SPA
Few jobs are more important to make certain of high water quality in a hot tub than a quality filtration system. Dirty, clogged or worn-out hot tub filters will fail to trap contaminants which in turn will put a strain on the spa pumps. Pure Spa is an independent label gaining in popularity with dealers, with its impressive range of water treatment and hot tub products. Its filters have a strong pedigree to them with the cartridges manufactured in New Zealand by Magnum Filters, a company with 30 years experience in manufacturing.
Andre Knight of Splash Spas Ltd in Alton, Hampshire, which owns the Pure Spa label, said: “The Pure Spa filters offer the trade and the consumer an alternative in the sense they are not made in China.”
Splash Spas Ltd is Britain’s largest on-line retailer of hot tub chemicals and accessories and has been building up a strong reputation for quality service and cost. The company claims to have the largest range of hot tub water treatments, spa filters and accessories in the UK.
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