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SPN AUG 2012 IndustryNews


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POOLSAN INCREASES MEMBERSHIP AND REVENUE AT LONDON CLUB


longer smell of chlorine and the pool area no longer has a chlorine odour. There are minimal dangers behind the scenes due to less hazardous substances, which makes the team more confident when dealing with, using and setting up the operation.”


Revenue generated by the change increased by £1,500 in monthly pool rentals.


Changing to a chlorine-free pool is easy and requires minimal capital investment. Existing dosing systems and tanks, with the addition of a small bolt-on unit, are used to dose the PoolSan.


Topnotch Health Clubs are the latest to discover the benefits of changing pool water treatment systems from chlorine to PoolSan. The health club group has been using PoolSan since January 2010. Within six months of changing to the chlorine-free pool at their flagship London club membership increased by 20%. Ventilation had always been a problem at the site, built into the arches under London Bridge station,


and this led to complaints about the pool. However, these stopped virtually overnight when the change to PoolSan led to a 95% drop in pool and spa related complaints. Given its location under one of the capital’s busiest stations, safety was also a big factor at the club. Removing chlorine from the site removed the worry about potential mix issues. The club manager said: “The staff and the members no


PoolSan is a less hazardous and more sustainable chemical than sodium hypochlorite. Because comparatively small volumes are used each month (typically 10-20L) delivery and storage is easy and waste packaging is substantially reduced.


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CALOREX SYSTEMS INCLUDED IN GOVERNMENT CASH BACK SCHEMES


Certikin International and Calorex, are celebrating an industry coup after two Calorex systems were named as the only swimming pool heat recovery dehumidifiers to be included in a Government cash back scheme for the commercial sector. The ECA (Enhanced Capital Allowances) scheme is designed to encourage energy efficiency in commercial projects and allows compliant machinery to benefit


from a 100% write-off against taxable profits in the first year. Inclusion in the list is recognition that the Calorex Delta 14 and 16 are recognised as providing low carbon and energy efficient environmental control for swimming pool halls. Designed to work as a combined heat pump and dehumidifier with ventilation and heat recovery, these systems are incredibly efficient offering huge energy savings. Compared to traditional systems, savings of over 6%


are achievable and CO2 emissions dramatically reduced by up to 70%. Certikin Sales Director, Richard Way, says: “This accreditation means that contractors who install these Delta units have a real edge over competitors. As well as the allowances, by using Calorex organisations can


also apply for a low-interest loans from the Carbon Trust. Alternatively, leasing agreements are available allowing tax relief on the capital sum in the first year with the added benefit of an extended repayment term.”


Open to all businesses paying UK Corporation or Income Tax, all commercial projects can claim capital allowances but the initiative will particularly suit health clubs, golf clubs, hotels and UK holiday parks. To benefit, claimants need to include the relevant information on their annual tax return, providing a reference to the Delta 14 and 16 products inclusion in the ECA List. For further information contact Certikin’s H&V division.


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SWIMMING FACILITIES PLAY KEY ROLE IN CONTROLLING HEALTH COSTS SAYS NEW REPORT


A groundbreaking new report has calculated that swimming pools can be viewed as the route to save millions of pounds.


It’s part of a long term wellness calculation which claims that if more facilities are available for the public to stay fitter, there are savings in terms of a reduced need for healthcare, reduced sickness absence and lower NHS costs. The study, commissioned by Edinburgh Leisure, shows that, swimming pools and other leisure facilities generated an overall economic gain of more than £32m by keeping residents healthier. The figures, produced by accountancy and business advice firm Baker Tilly, calculated the savings on the basis of reduced healthcare costs, sickness absence and antisocial behaviour as a result of having a fitter, more active population.


Edinburgh Leisure bosses said the figures, based on data for the 2010- 2011 financial year, could encourage future investment in swimming facilities.


John Comiskey, Edinburgh Leisure Chief Executive, said: “Traditionally, the council measured performance in terms of customer visits and so on. What we have not been able to do until now is measure the impact of what we offer.


“Intuitively, we have always known that if people are fitter, they do not need to go to the doctor as much, or go to hospital as much, or take as much time off work, and there will be a financial gain there.


“We are pleasantly surprised. It’s the first time we have produced a report of this kind and we are certainly very happy that the figures are so high.”


According to the report, savings of £32.5m include £25.5m saved through a reduced need for healthcare, with a further £5.9m gained through reduced sickness absence.


Mr Comiskey said the figures were based on the Social Return on Investment (SROI) model to measure the value of particular outcomes.


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