Pool Safety – You owe it to your children

July 26th, 2010 by keystone
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When it comes to keeping your pool safe, Baby Loc Pool Fencing, Baby Loc Pool Gates and Loop Loc Pool Covers will give you great peace of mind.

First let me state the obvious – it is vital that you consider pool safety when your children are around.  It is no use “hoping” that nothing will happen to your loved ones, because as the statistics show, pool drowning is common. In Australia in 2009, 60% of drowning’s involving children under the age of four years occurred in swimming pools.

To quote from the International Life Saving Federation website (http://www.ilsf.org/index.php?q=en/drowning/facts).

“The best scientific evidence available has taught us that 1.2 million people around the world die by drowning every year, which is more than two persons per minute. From that more than 50 percent are children…..About one third of children who drown do so in and around the home.”

A few steps you need to consider when confronting the safety of your pool are:

1.         You need to ensure you have a reliable pool fence with childproof gate.

2.         Have an alarm installed when the pool gate is opened

3.         Teach your child as quickly as possible how to float in water

4.         Have a cover for the pool when not in use.

In some parts of the world – such as Australia and some states in the U.S. – a pool fence is compulsory.  Here they have learned from bitter experience what happens when safety is not considered.  To the rest of the world it is left to common sense, caring parents and a love of children to make safety around your pool imperative.

Baby Loc Pool Fences offer security in a much different manner to the fixed steel versions that offer no versatility.  The main advantage of a Baby Loc Pool Fence is that it is made of a superior poly-coated open weave mesh which won’t rip, stretch or fade.  It resists mildew, fungi and bacteria, has high tensile strength with excellent UV stability and best of all is a breeze to clean.

The Baby Loc Pool Fence comes with an incredible 5 year manufacturer’s warranty.  The Fence Poles come with a choice of premium fiberglass or aluminium.  Both types are non corrosive, rust proof and match the color of the mesh fencing.

The advantages of the Baby Loc Pool Fence are many, the most impressive of these is that the fence can be taken down at any time and stored away easily.  This is especially handy for people with above ground pools who may want to relocate them, or take them down during the winter months.

There is another version of the Baby Loc Pool Fence – the deluxe version.  Instead of rolling up your Baby Loc pool fence when you wish to take it down, with the deluxe version you remove the fence in easy to handle sections.  Of course, both the standard Baby Loc Pool Fence and the Deluxe version boast the same reliability, strength and durability.

You can purchase the Baby Loc Pool Gate which is self closing, self latching and available in 4.5” and 5’ high sizes.  Never underestimate the advantages of a good child proof gate or the ability of a clever child to open a gate if it is not secure.

Number 4 on our list of pool safety precautions is the pool cover.  Manufactured by Loop Loc, this safety cover is the ultimate in pool covers.  Not only has the safety aspect of the cover been addressed, but the annoying habit of other types of covers to look filthy during the winter months.  Other pool covers look good when you first put them on, but within a few weeks and a few rainy days they take on the appearance of a bog, with large depressions containing stagnant water, debris and dirt which develop in algae.  The main problem with this is that if a child should walk or fall onto the cover the resulting depression in the cover floods with this stagnant water and the child could actually drown – not good.

With a Loop Loc cover this is avoided.  Made of a fine polypropylene mesh it allows rain and snow melt to pass through the cover so you get no build up on top of the cover.  Naturally it is necessary when installing the cover to lower the water level of your pool to allow for the extra intake of water.

The cover is exceptionally strong and the manufacturers have promoted this by getting an Elephant to stand in the middle – see video below it’s really amazing.  We must note that no animals were hurt or endangered during the making of this video

This product is top shelf quality and comes highly recommended.  It is so strong that it comes with a 12 year warranty.  It is computer designed to ensure a perfect fit for your pool, is eco-friendly (100% recyclable), is 33% lighter in weight than a typical solid vinyl cover and stays beautiful year after year in any weather.

The Loop Loc cover is also available without the “invisible” mesh drainage panels, but without these panels an automatic pump is needed to drain the water off the cover and this must be used at all times to meet ASTM safety cover standards.

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More Pool Owners are Demanding Kreepy Krauly – the Cleaner with the Funny Name!

July 16th, 2010 by keystone
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…and here are five reasons why;

  • The Kreepy Krauly has been tested in over 1.5 million pools worldwide. It is proven that the patented design and rugged construction offer the best service. kreepy krauly pool cleaner
  • The main working part of the unit is called the flapper, it is so reliable that it carries an incredible 20 year warranty, which is four times longer than other pool cleaner.
  • It’s automatic. Kreepy Krauly works when your pool pump works, using your pool’s existing filtration system. It’s simple. No need for booster pumps, no bags or compartments to empty, wheels to jam or diaphragms to clog. No annual parts bill.
  • The Kreepy Krauly used a random pattern when cleaning the pool, so it ensures that every part of the pool is cleaned thoroughly, which ensures there are no “missed areas”.
  • It’s supported by a 24-hour helpline. (Available in U.S. and Canada only.) If you ever have a question about your Kreepy Krauly automatic pool cleaner, just contact their toll-free customer helpline for assistance. Kreepy Krauly technical service experts are ready to help, 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

Kreepy Krauly In-Ground Pool Cleaner

Kreepy Krauly in-ground pool cleaners are at the top of their class. Providing optimum cleaning performance, reliability and efficiency, as well as simplicity and ease-of-use, it’s no wonder that Kreepy Krauly pool vacuums are among the most popular pool cleaners available. Backed by a leading brand name, Kreepy Krauly automatic pool cleaners are powerful, reliable and efficient.

  • Kreepy Krauly has only one moveable part and is backed by a 15-year warranty.
  • Kreepy Krauly cleans all types of pool surfaces, including in-ground concrete, fiberglass, vinyl and tile swimming pools.
  • Any shape of pool, including round, rectangular, free-form or oval can be cleaned by the wonderful Kreepy Krauly.
  • Kreepy Krauly travels the pool in a random pattern to ensure effective cleaning of your pool.
  • Not only does the Kreepy Krauly clean the floor of your pool, but also cleans the sides of the pool.
  • The Kreepy Krauly will work when your pump is working.  It doesn’t require booster pumps or need specialist plumbing.
  • The Kreepy Krauly does not have any bags or traps that need to be emptied.  Also having only one moving part it has no wheels to jam, gears to break or diaphragms to replace.
  • The Kreepy Krauly circulates the water which acts like a moving drain, cleaning and dispersing chemicals.
  • With a Free automatic skimming valve and vacuum plate, the Kreepy Krauly vacuums as it skims.
  • Warranty service is available at over 4,000 Kreepy Krauly dealers

Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac® Above Ground Pool Cleaner

If you have an above ground pool and are tired of cleaning your pool manually, then you need the Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac automatic aboveground pool cleaner.  It is the ultimate in performance, simplicity and reliability.

A companion to your pool pump, which has its own filtration system that removes leaves, dirt, sand, insects and other debris, the Kreepy Krauly gets the dirt that the filtration system misses.  It has the same design, quality and manufacturer as the Kreepy Krauly in-ground pool cleaner, and is the number one choice of pool professionals and pool owners worldwide.

The Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac has only 1 moving part which means a dependable service life and is very easy to maintain.  However Kreepy Krauly still offers a 20 year warranty.

The Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac adapts to clean all sizes and shapes of aboveground pools that have a banked or radius cove.  If your pool is irregular in shape, the E-Z Vac will handle it and only takes 10 minutes to install, which you can do yourself without a need for special tools.

As an added bonus the E-Z Vac comes with an automatic skimming valve, which means while it is vacuuming the bottom of the pool, it is also skimming the top of the water for lightweight debris.

The simplicity of the design means that you are not emptying bags, changing parts such as diaphragms and there are no gears or wheels to jam.

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AQUABOT POOL ROVER – The above-ground pool cleaning robot that virtually pays for itself

July 4th, 2010 by keystone
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Please allow me to introduce you to the Aquabot Pool Rover. If you have an above-ground pool, this little guy is going to be your friend for life.

Let’s be honest about it, you bought your pool to swim in and enjoy, not to spend hours cleaning it and leaving little time for you to actually relax. Most people would much rather be swimming in the pool than cleaning it, so having a robot to do that job for you just has to be a positive step.

You can of course clean your pool manually. First you will need to spend time dragging out the hoses, untangling them, laying them out so they don’t get permanently bent one way and then bending over the pool to plug them into your filtration system that was never really designed to handle this sort of load in the first place.

Then you walk away from the pool and return later, only to find that the hose has got caught on a step or a drain or the water pressure has dropped to almost nothing and you have to stop the process to clean the filters. Does all of this sound familiar? As a side issue of course cleaning the filters means wasting water and chemicals which hurts both your pocket and the environment.

This is all too hard. What you need is the worlds#1 selling robotic pool cleaner for flat-bottomed, aboveground, swimming pools

The Aquabot Pool Rover Junior! “Pool Rover Junior”is just so simple to use and it will clean ANY flat-bottomed aboveground pool configuration perfectly. Simply plug it in and press the button…and away it goes.

Like a house vacuum, everything is trapped in a sellf-contained microfilter bag that holds 23 quarts and the internal pump vacuums in everything from pine needles to palm leaves to pollen. The filtered water is then pushed form the rear of the Pool Rover like a jetski providing a thrust to propel the rover around the pool.

NO costly wearable parts; NO connection to the pool filtration system.

The powerful outward thrust also has a number of additional added benefits.

  • It ensures that chemicals suspended below the surface circulate properly. This will reduce you chemical usage leading to maximum cost savings and hygiene.
  • It enables warmer water above to mix with cooler water below. This helps to equalise the water temperature and reduce heat loss – saving energy, water and helping you prevent that huge inward drawn gasp of breath when your body first hits the water.

Get yourself a Pool Rover Junior now and start saving time and money, and get the healthiest swimming water with your very own Aquabot Pool Rover Junior today!

AQUABOT POOL ROVER JUNIOR WORKS WITHOUT THE HASSLE OF HOSES & OFFERS YOU SO MUCH MORE.

  • It is very lightweight. All you need to do is drop the Aquabot Pool Rover Junior into your pool and push the button. It’s that easy!
  • The guidance system is so simple, it allows the Rover to clean the floor of any flat-bottomed pool, whateveer the shape.
  • Aquabot Pool Rover Junior’s extra-wide non-marring wheels allow it to roll over ripples and foot printed vinyl pool bottoms.
  • Aquabot Pool Rover Junior is self-contained. It has its own internal pump and filtration system, so it vacuums and filters without hoses or your pool’s filter!
  • Everything from large leaves to algae as small as 2 microns is removed with ease and the 36-quart capacity microfilter bag is easily emptied and reusable.
  • Aquabot Pool Rover Juniorcan reduce your total maintenance bills (chemical, water and energy) by as much as 50%! It virtually pays for itself!!
  • Aquabot Pool Rover Junior has a long life expectancy and will serve you well for many years.

You can view the Aquabot Pool Rover Junior at:

www.POOLCENTER.com

Who began as a local pool service company in 1988 serving the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area (including Northern Virginia and Maryland). They went on-line in January 1996, essentially establishing one of the very first websites for pool owners and users providing clear and accurate information on pool topics, competent technical support, exceptional customer support/service, and quality swimming pool products at a fair and competitive price to customers worldwide.

POOLCENTER.com’s award winning pool technical support is provided by Blue Thumb, LLC. You can rely on over 100 years of combined experience from this highly reputable company.

POOLCENTER.com products ship from various locations around the United States to various locations around the world.

Technical Specifications Sheet
Aboveground = AG
In Ground = IG
AG
Engineered For:
Flat-Bottomed Vinyl Floors (No Slopes / Incines)
Pool Size (maximum) /
Configuration:
Up to 36′ Any Configuration
Cleaning Time (most pools):
30 Minutes
Timer Auto Shut-Off:
2 Hours
Forward / Reverse Timer:
Automatic / Built-in
Remote Control:
N/A
Filtration Debris / Dirt
Size:
Large solids and fine particulates down to 2 microns
Filter Debris Holding
Capacity:
23 Quarts Maximum Volume
Debris Intake Ports:
2 Offset; Clogless operation 1.2″ x 4.7″ each
Suction Port Depths:
Standard
Port Velocity Adjustments:
N/A
Warranty:
1 Year
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Hayward H Series Heaters – A higher degree of comfort

June 26th, 2010 by keystone
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When it comes to your pool, a heater is a great investment. It increases the value of your pool and extends your swimming season. So when you’re ready to graduate to a higher degree of comfort and control, choose a Hayward H series heater.hayward h series millivolt

The Hayward H Series range comes with a heater to suit your pool, no matter the size, volume or location and the simple fact is Hayward H-Series heaters are energy efficient.

They feature a patented Cupro Nickel heat exchanger known as the Finn Plate™  which provides fast and consistent heating.

They are also built with an extremely reliable dual-voltage ignition system to ensure no nonsense operation and the rust-resistant water path design is also held under patent.

Programming the water temperature on the Hayward H Series could not be easier via a digital LED control panel.

The Hayward H Series come in a number of different types to suit your needs. Amongst these are:

THE UNIVERSAL H SERIES LOW NOx HEATER

The Universal H-Series is Hayward®’s world-class heater with an Earth-friendly conscience! The Universal H-Series Low NOx heater has an 84 percent industry-leading thermal efficiency and complies with all current California air quality emission standards. The low NOx emission makes it a perfect choice for the environmentally concerned pool owner.

THE UNIVERSAL H SERIES MILLIVOLT HEATER

The Hayward H-Series MilliVolt features a rust-resistant water path with polymer header assembly, and a rapid-heat combustion chamber. H-Series heaters are easy to install and maintain, thanks to their low profile, light weight and CPVC plumbing capabilities.

THE HAYWARD HEATPRO HEAT PUMP

If you want an ideal water temperature combined with a lower energy use than that of a natural gas heater, Hayward®’s HeatPro® Heat Pump is a high-efficiency alternative offering a safe, reliable, and energy efficient way to heat your pool.

You can view the Hayward H series range at:

www.POOLCENTER.com

Who began as a local pool service company in 1988 serving the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area (including Northern Virginia and Maryland). They went on-line in January 1996, essentially establishing one of the very first websites for pool owners and users providing clear and accurate information on pool topics, competent technical support, exceptional customer support/service, and quality swimming pool products at a fair and competitive price to customers worldwide.

POOLCENTER.com’s award winning pool technical support is provided by Blue Thumb, LLC. You can rely on over 100 years of combined experience from this highly reputable company.

POOLCENTER.com products ship from various locations around the United States to various locations around the world.

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