EASY OWNERSHIP
The Apricus solar vacuum tube collector from Powertech Solar Ltd is used for heating indoor or outdoor pools via a heat exchanger. It can also be incorporated into the home’s domestic hot water system to make it more cost effective
The ‘Sunburst’ system from Golden Coast uses the latest evacuated solar tube technologies
to have grasped the fact that solar energy is now a sensible option in a variety of pool situations. In northern Europe swimming pools are normally in operation at a time of year that takes full advantage of the sun’s radiation when it is at its strongest making pools of all shapes and sizes, both indoor and outdoor the ideal solar heating application. There are a number of solar heating options, such as panels that can be installed on the roof or south facing in an unobstructed garden area. Evacuated tube technologies can provide maintenance of the pool temperature throughout the season, once the pool has been conventionally warmed up in the spring. Another simple method is solar matting where the pool’s filtered water passes through and is warmed by the sun’s rays. Solar Pods harness the sun’s energy and transfers it to the pool water using “heat trap” glass house effect technology. Brilliant for above- ground pools the Pod is ultra neat and can be installed with only the aid of a Phillips screwdriver. There are even solar driven showers that are perfect for use around the pool. Bathers can hose down before entering the pool and the shower is also a helpful cool down for those relaxing by the pool, topping up their tan. The shower connects to a standard garden hose to its reservoir and is solar heated to provide up to 75 litres of warm water. All of these solar products can be used in conjunction with conventional swimming pool equipment whilst offering pool owners ecologically sound alternatives.
Filtering the best water quality Finally moving into the pool’s plant room the next generation of pool filters has been unveiled in the form of the MultiCyclone Plus Filter. This advanced filter technology combines centrifugal and cartridge filtration into one streamlined housing and provides dual stage filtration with minimum maintenance. This combination not only makes huge water savings but is also more energy efficient and simple to install.
Staying with the important subject of pool filtration where sand has traditionally been used, there is now a debate over other methods: There is no doubt that sand is a very effective filter media but as the MultiCyclone demonstrates, there are other more savvy media options. MSI’s Zeoclere, available through Aquaflex Ltd and others, is a filter media that has a few advantages over that of sand in that it removes heavy metals from the pool water and also strips out ammonia. Safe and effective in all pools, Zeoclere protects and improves water clarity.
Pool water quality can also be enhanced with ‘Eco-Glass’, an eco-friendly finely ground recycled glass media as an alternative to silica sand in the filter with exceptional debris-capture performance. Used in exactly the same way as sand, because of its density the quantity of Eco-Glass required in standard filtration systems is between 15% – 20% less than sand and again requires fewer back- washes, thereby saving both water and money. Whether you already have a swimming pool or
are still making your mind up, it is useful to know that there are now countless ways that your pool can be made ecologically friendly and cost effective by using the many hugely sustainable and modern pool products available in the UK swimming pool and spa market today.
This Solar Pod from supplier
Plastica is perfect for domestic pools with up to 4,500 litres of water
Where to turn to for help For professional advice on buying, building and maintaining a swimming pool consult your local swimming pool dealer or contact the British Swimming Pool Federation (BSPF).
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CONTACTS
n Aquaflex Ltd Tel: 01722 328873
www.aquaflex.co.uk
n BSPF Tel: 01264 356210
www.bspf.org.uk
n Golden Coast Tel: 01271 378100
www.goldenc.com
n Plastica Ltd Tel: 01424 857802
www.plasticapools.net
n Powertech Solar Tel: 01202 890234
www.powertech-solar.com
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