Facility members and special events are two aspects of aquatic centers that are sometimes at odds with each other. Special events can bring in new people, have a positive impact on the community and provide marketing for the facility. However, special events can also disrupt your members and daily users, and act as a drain […]
In today’s market, pool owners have the ability to choose from a multitude of different pool finishes. From paint options that are more cost effective, to customizable ceramic tile options, each style has its associated benefits and drawbacks. While the decision process can be exciting, the array of different finish options can make it a […]
The answer to this questions depends on quite a few factors, including whether guests are permitted to bring their own tubes from home, if they are available for rent or included with admission, and if you have several attractions requiring tubes. The More the Merrier Approach For aquatic centers with typical pools, many operators allow […]
Winterizing a seasonal outdoor pool can vary greatly depending upon location, pool type, groundwater conditions, local sewer capacities and a host of other factors. If an outdoor swimming pool is not properly winterized, catastrophic damage to below grade piping, heaving and floating of the pool tank, undue wear on pool mechanical equipment, delamination of finishes […]
While the requirement for lifeguard in-service varies from state to state, the current industry standard is one hour per week for every lifeguard on your staff, with some flexibility depending on how many hours they work. Some states and agencies allow one hour for every 40 hours that are worked, but our recommendation has always […]
Like most questions, the answer depends on several factors and decisions. The first factor is deciding on what level of diving competition or training you wish to host. There are several governing bodies such as USA Diving, NFHS (High School), NCAA (Colleges and Universities), and FINA. USA Diving governs club level diving competition while FINA […]
Certainly one of the least conspicuous but most critically important design considerations for an on grade or in-ground commercial swimming pool structure are the geotechnical conditions (soil conditions). Variations in geotechnical conditions can drastically influence the design approach for the pool structure, pool shell construction methods, and in some cases the pool maintenance protocol as […]
Need a new scoreboard? Here are some items to consider. Selecting a proper scoreboard for either a new facility or the replacement of an old unit is an important decision. Scoreboards in typically big ticket items and can have a big impact on the design of your new facility. Adding a larger scoreboard can also […]
Keeping your pool properly balanced and within federal, state and city codes is an enormous and important task. It’s normally too time consuming to be given to just one person. If you’re the only one checking chemicals and maintaining pool balance, you likely won’t have time for anything else. This job needs to be safely […]
One of the biggest questions we get asked on each project is about the chemical treatment options. Most people want to select the “best” products available. The truth is, depending on the specifics of your project, what is considered “best” varies. For the most part, all commercial aquatic facilities are required to have a halogen […]
