Canadian General Tower, manufacturer of vinyl sheeting for swimming pool liners, has produced a brochure to showcase its new 2013 Tower Collection of vinyl liner pool designs. This unique, 18-page brochure illustrates the inspiration behind this year’s liner pattern designs and shows off the designs in stunning backyard poolscapes. All products are designed, printed and manufactured in North America.
Bullfrog Spas has entirely redesigned and re-engineered their spas for 2013 and announces two new series. The new premium line, the A Series, includes seven new spa models: A8, A8L, A8D, A7, A7L, A6L and A5L. The R Series is a mid-range line that includes an additional four models: R7, R7L, R6L, and R5L. In addition to the two lines, the 2013 lineup features the re-engineered JetPak Therapy System; instead of conventional plumbing, water now travels just a few feet from pump to jets thanks to new, patented technology.
ControlOMatic is pleased to announce the new ChlorMaker DO, a drape-over spa saltwater system that is specifically designed to be an affordable way to retrofit any spa in the marketplace. Simply install the push-button control panel, add 1.5 pounds of salt per 100 gallons of spa water, install the cell and plug it in. The ChlorMaker DO makes chlorine on a three-hour cycle and is designed with adjustable output, automatic self-cleaning, salt level indication and usage boost mode, which dramatically reduces spa maintenance typically associated with traditional sanitation methods, the company says. The ChlorMaker DO is ideal for spas up to 1,250 gallons.
CoverLogix is offering a new software program that automates the triangulation process for service professionals measuring custom safety cover shapes. The software allows pool professionals to enter the dimensions taken at the job site and check to ensure the final drawing matches the pool and deck configuration desired. The software was designed for pool pros to download to their laptop and use onsite to avoid multiple trips back and forth to confirm dimensions, thus allowing dealers to get their safety covers faster and maximize profits, the company says. Program demos are available.
The all-new 2013 PDC Spas brochure is now available. Inside, you’ll find their selection of premium hot tubs and accessories with innovative features. Contact the factory for your copy today.
PenFabricators, a vinyl liner manufacturer, is offering heavy-duty water bags to aid in vinyl swimming pool liner installation as well as pool winterizing. These water bags are manufactured in both 8-foot and 10-foot lengths and are 12 inches wide. The bags are ideal for weighing down steps, sun decks and other specialty pool liner sections during installation, the company says.
New from Jack’s Magic is Surface Magic, a completely biodegradable, non-toxic product that arrives ready-to-use. The company says just a few drops on a pool’s surface is all it takes to quickly gather surface debris such as pollen, grass clippings, leaves, etc. While the product is at work, the service professional can tend to other pool service needs. This multitasking can enable a pool professional to save about five minutes per pool, which can add up to hours each week, the company says.
Guardian Pool Fence Systems, a pool safety products company, has been in the industry for 25 years with products like the patented, removable, self-closing gate. The company also patented two different systems that prevent fences from being removed, which satisfies many building code requirements. Guardian Pool Fence Systems are top-quality mesh pool fences that are affordable, safe, customizable and visually appealing, the company says.
Latham Pool Products says it’s now possible to give pool owners vinyl liners with the strongest seams they’ll never see. The company has developed the Ultra-Seam process to make floor seams stronger and virtually invisible, meaning no more visible lines on the floor to detract from the beauty of your customer’s pool.
Hayward Pool Products has unveiled a software app that will allow pool professionals and owners to calculate the energy usage and potential savings of their swimming pool products. To use the app, called the Energy Solutions Calculator, pool pros and owners select their state of residence and input local parameters. The app then computes the estimated savings by switching to Hayward Energy Solutions products. The app is available on the company’s website and in the iTunes store.
Looking for an add-on sale for spas? Water Tech says they have the answer with the battery-powered Catfish cleaner. With a high-flow pump, the lightweight Catfish offers the convenience of hose and cord-free operation and has a high-flow vacuum motor and rechargeable battery. The device’s 1-inch diameter spot-cleaning nozzle can remove leaves, sand, hair, pebbles and other debris, and it comes with a telescoping pole so users can reach more places without getting into the water. The Catfish is ideal for all spa surfaces, including floors, walls, stairs, steps, ladder areas, drains and corners.
Rule, a Xylem brand, announces the new AquaCharge Xtreme, a fully submersible, compact, portable pump with the muscle to move water over 17 feet straight up from basement to second story, from bilge to deck, and more. The company says the AquaCharge Xtreme is ideal for draining hot tubs, pool covers, basements or anywhere else water needs to be removed. Measuring 9.5 inches high by 10.5 inches wide, the cordless device features a rechargeable NiMH battery that can move up to 600 gallons of fresh or salt water on a single charge.
Inter-Fab, manufacturers of slides, diving boards, rails, games and unique pool water features, is bringing amusement park excitement to the backyard with its new Adrenaline slide. This new model offers a waterpark-like, pre-launch splash zone, fun curves and the widest, deepest flume of any Inter-Fab slide, the company says.
Deck-O-Seal, which manufacturers pool deck products, now offers Deck-O-Foam as an economic solution for expansion joints in your concrete pool deck. Deck-O-Foam is a flexible, lightweight, non-staining, polyethylene, closed-cell expansion joint filler. The product is ideal for use as an expansion, contraction and/or isolation joint in swimming pool decks, sidewalks, floor slabs and pavement patch repair, the company says. Deck-O-Foam can be formed around curved objects and used in both interior and exterior applications.
S.R. Smith introduces the new Artisan Rail Series. These designer-inspired rails combine functionality and elegance and will add an upscale, custom look to any pool environment, the company says. The handrail will fit standard Figure 4 rail anchors; the Artisan ladder will replace a typical 24-inch 3-step ladder and the Artisan stair rail is an attractive replacement for a 5-foot, 2-bend or 3-bend stair rail.
