The City of Beaumont, California commissioned Counsilman Hunsaker to provide a swimming pool assessment and feasibility study for the Beaumont Plunge Swimming Pool. The purpose of the swimming pool assessment was to identify items that were substandard in the pools, items not to current industry swimming pool design standards, equipment not operating as designed, and […]
The Lake County Swimming Pool is one of Leadville’s premier recreation facilities and the only public lap swimming pool serving the area. It remains popular among extreme athletes, triathletes, and swimmers due to the pool’s elevation of over 10,000 ft. With six 25-yard lap lanes, a dry sauna, a hot tub, an AquaClimb climbing wall, […]
In February 2020, Counsilman-Hunsaker assessed the condition of the existing 40-yard stretch competition pool located on the campus of Hamilton College, as well as its respective mechanical systems. The comprehensive analysis of the pool, mechanical equipment, and natatorium was requested in preparation for either a major or minor renovation of the natatorium, the need for […]
In August 2019, Counsilman-Hunsaker performed an assessment of the Norridge Park District Community Pool. The assessment began with a visual observation identifying items that were substandard in the pools, items not meeting current industry swimming pool design standards, and mechanical equipment not operating as designed, assisting in defining a course of action regarding the future […]
Moving back up to the pool deck, we introduce Erich Froeschner, who kicks off our new miniseries, ‘Anatomy of a Pool’. Erich discusses several important aspects of pool finishes, including composition, paint colors, and how to combat staining. This is part one of our Anatomy of a Pool miniseries, featuring Erich Froeschner, Director of […]
Cary continues his exploration of pool pumps and piping systems in this highly informative video. He discusses specific items and readings to look for during careful inspections of the pumps, common faults found in concrete pump supports, and typical components found in the filtration room and piping system. This is part two of our […]
Introducing Project Director Cary Dennis, who walks through pool mechanical systems, pumps, and piping systems in this new miniseries playlist, ‘All about Pool Pumps’. Cary provides a tip for a readily identifiable problem he finds when inspecting pumps on-site and discusses a way to ensure off-season pumps are cared for. This is part one of […]
Darren takes you inside the dedicated chemical storage and containment areas of your facility, pointing out standard features and discussing the importance of isolating the components found in the chemical storage area from the rest of the facility. This is part two of our five-part ‘Chemicals and Storage’ miniseries, featuring Darren Bevard, Principal and Studio […]
Introducing our next miniseries covering chemicals and storage is Darren Bevard, Studio Director for our South region. Darren walks you through containment areas for aquatic facilities, proper signage, plus important features you’ll find and why they’re important when it comes to chemical storage spaces. This is part one of the “Chemicals and Storage” miniseries, featuring […]
Scott continues his discussion regarding supply air and distribution within a natatorium space. Scott points out good design practices and considerations and explains why locating return systems lower are good solutions. This is part five of our five-part ‘Physical Challenges in Natatoriums’ miniseries. Stay tuned on Wednesdays for our latest video, and don’t forget to […]
