tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65299670057880053892024-03-21T18:07:50.308-07:00Commercial Pool ProductsPool Products tips, updates, news and a lot more...Commercial Pool Productshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03352059123506299051noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529967005788005389.post-68132676966378570222011-04-04T21:37:00.000-07:002011-04-04T21:38:39.956-07:00Warning: Pool Pump Contender on the Loose<div align="justify">I was writing (and talking about) the pool pump rivalry between <a href="http://commercialpoolproducts.blogspot.com/2011/03/haywards-answer-to-pentairs-intelliflo.html">Pentair's Intelliflo and Hayward's Ecostar</a>. Guess what, another contender is making its way of turning the rivalry into a three-way match.<br />
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<a name='more'></a><a href="http://www.astralpool.com/sites/en/">AstralPool</a> launched its version (European counterpart) of environmentally-friendly swimming pool pumps in November 2010. Named Victoria Dual Speed, this boasts these cool features:<br />
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<b>Dual speed settings; high-speed and low-speed</b><br />
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Okay, you might say; "But Intelliflo and Ecostar have more than 2 selectable speed," but let's face; it too many options sometime complicate things. Here's the kicker, AstralPool Victoria Dual Speed can be accessorized with control panel that enable the user to run the pump automatically alternating 2 speeds.<br />
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<b>Ultra-silent filtering results</b><br />
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The site says; "sound level reduction of <b>20 audible decibels</b>." Now, I assume you have that big question mark in your head about how 20 decibels sound, well, all I can say is it's no different from Ecostar and Intelliflo's TEFC.<br />
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<b>Saves Energy Cost up to %60</b><br />
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The 2 other pumps claim that you can save energy cost up to %90. Hmmm... %30 percent difference there you go, however, %90 savings? for some, it's too good to be true but that sure is a lot of savings. <br />
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<b>Available in a range of 1 CV to 2.5 CV singlephase motors and is completely interchangeable with AstralPool’s VICTORIA, VICTORIA PLUS and SPRINT pumps</b><br />
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Interchangeable - music to my ears!<br />
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Average Price of Victoria Dual Speed 1 to 2.5 HP<br />
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AstralPool Victoria Dual Speed Pump 1.0 HP €580 (Approx. $ 824.5)<br />
AstralPool Victoria Dual Speed Pump 1.5 HP €650 (Approx. $ 924.1)<br />
AstralPool Victoria Dual Speed Pump 2.0 HP €670 (Approx. $ 952.5)<br />
AstralPool Victoria Dual Speed Pump 2.5 HP €750 (Approx. $ 1,066.2)<br />
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If you're somewhere in Europe then enjoy the free delivery delight but if you're not then expect some shipping costs or probably you will just consider the rivalry of Hayward and Pentair.</div>Commercial Pool Productshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03352059123506299051noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529967005788005389.post-47524120293733656052011-03-30T22:53:00.000-07:002011-03-30T23:11:27.675-07:00Hot Tub vs Spa vs Jacuzzi - What's the Difference?<div align="justify">While many of us would not mind or perhaps too shy to ask the salesman, some would be curious enough to know the difference between a spa, a hot tub and a Jacuzzi.<br />
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It is believed that hot tub is the product of early man's efforts of imitating a hot spring. In ancient times where water symbolizes life, Greek philosophers would mention its therapeutic value and many Greeks would build structures around bodies of water. The first known hot tub was built by a Median (ancient Persia) King named Phraortes in 600 B.C.<br />
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It was in 1596 the term <i>spa</i> was first used when Dr. Timothy Bright referred Harrogate as <i>The English Spaw</i>. The Harrogate was an enclosed well that contained medicinal water built by William Slingsby in 1571. Slingsby had been to a Belgian town called Spa, whose name was derived from Aquae Spadanae which means to scatter, sprinkle or moisten.<br />
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Hot tubs made of wood resembles a gigantic barrel which simply holds hot water and has enough room for two person became popular in 1960's. When the Industry began to build tubs made of molded fiberglass or with thermoplastic shells, they named the modern tubs <i>spa</i>; a nod to the Belgian town.<br />
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In 1968, Roy Jacuzzi helped market the first self-contained, fully integrated Jacuzzi whirlpool bath invented by Candido Jacuzzi for his son, Kenny Jacuzzi, 15-month-old son who was born with rheumatoid arthritis. Therefore, "Jacuzzi" is not a generic name for spas but a company.<br />
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Call it hot tub or spa, one thing is for sure; it gives relaxation and cures arthritis. Some are portable, some are not, some require <a href="http://steveevans.over-blog.com/article-how-to-clean-your-spa-covers-68326701.html">covers</a> and some are installed beside a swimming pool for a more enjoyable pool experience.<br />
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</div>Commercial Pool Productshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03352059123506299051noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529967005788005389.post-88428262388724560082011-03-22T01:32:00.000-07:002011-03-22T15:58:38.538-07:00Hayward's New Promo Defies Arizonan Temperature<div align="justify">In case you don't know, <a href="http://www.haywardnet.com/inground/rebates/">Hayward announced rebates</a> since new year and would end on April 8, 2011. For qualified Arizona pool owners, Hayward offers rebate up to $15,000 with a twist of historical proportions.<br />
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<a name='more'></a>In February 17, 2011, Hayward launched a promo entitled "Beat the Heat" with a simple mechanic; the temperature in Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport should reach or exceed 118 degrees Fahrenheit the 4th of July.<br />
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<b>Terms and Conditions</b><br />
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<ul><li>Pool owner should have purchased a new inground pool from an authorized and participating Totally Hayward Pool Builder in Arizona February 18th and 28th, 2011.</li>
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<ul><li>The purchased inground pool should include at least three Hayward products; a Hayward brand pump, a Hayward brand filter, and one additional Hayward branded product such as a heater, heat pump, controller, salt chlorinator or cleaner.</li>
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<ul><li>Promotion is open to legal U.S. residents 18 years and older who own property in Arizona. Employees, directors and officers of Hayward Pool products and its subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies and the immediate families of each are not eligible.</li>
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The rest of the rules <a href="http://www.hayward-pool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/HaywardContent_10201_10057_-1_RES-AZRules">here</a>.<br />
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The record was originally set on July 4, 1989 that became a burden to Arizonans, 21 years later, Arizonans would anticipate for the same phenomenon. </div>Commercial Pool Productshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03352059123506299051noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529967005788005389.post-86510063245549845172011-03-16T20:56:00.000-07:002011-03-16T20:58:10.704-07:00Hayward's Answer to Pentair's Intelliflo<div align="justify">Last time I post about <a href="http://commercialpoolproducts.blogspot.com/2011/03/pentair-intelliflo-vf-not-your-ordinary.html">Pentair's Intelliflo VF</a> and guess what Hayward has comes up with its version of a cost-effective, eco-freindly pool pump.<br />
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<a name='more'></a>Hayward brings you EcoStar pool pump included in their Energy Solutions product line.<br />
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Just like Pentair Intelliflo, Hayward Ecostar assures that customers will save 90% on energy costs. Both pumps also run on sealed permanent magnet 3 phase motor and totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) for quieter operation. <br />
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Intelliflow and EcoStar manage flow requirements through programmable integrated controller. EcoStar has 8 selectable speed while Intelliflow has only 4.<br />
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Intelliflow service factor horse power (SFHP) is rated for 3.95 maximum rating for the motor compared to EcoStar that is rated 2.7 SFHP. <br />
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There's a report that The California Energy Commission recently conducted an experiment involiving Pentair's Intelliflo and Hayward's EcoStar to test their energy consumption. Both are tested at 3450 and 1000 RPM. It turned out that at 1000 RPM, EcoStar is about 36% more efficient than Intelliflo. However, it is important to note some factors such as the size of the pool and how often the pump is used.<br />
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The average price of EcoStar is $1199 but some pool distributors sell it for as low as $950 much cheaper than its more likely counterpart; Intelliflo VF.<br />
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<b>My verdict:</b><br />
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I'm quite delighted by the features of Pentair Intelliflo and Hayward EcoStar. They are quite the same in all aspects (except the price). Intelliflo has been around longer than the EcoStar so it's not surprising that it has positive reviews except from claims about high repair cost.<br />
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I would recommend checking your automation system first if your considering installation of a variable speed pump.There could be some "brand issue."</div><br />
The big equalizer here is your budget but either of the two is a good choice.Commercial Pool Productshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03352059123506299051noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529967005788005389.post-82530343284172401222011-03-07T19:23:00.000-08:002011-03-07T19:43:11.255-08:00Hayward's New Progress Revisited<div align="justify">It's been a month since <a href="http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/Graham-Engineering-Corporation-Delivers-Industrial-Accumulator-Head-Blow-Molding-Machine-1391791.htm">Hayward announced its purchase of Graham Engineering Corporation (GEC) accumulator head blow molding machine</a> to fortify its business progressive growth by producing heavy-duty pool filters with a wide array of sizes.<br />
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<a name='more'></a><b>GEC Accumulator Head Blow Molding Machine Specs:</b><br />
<ul><li>6 inch bore grooved extruder with 400 HP AC</li>
<li>a 50-lb. series head</li>
<li>proprietary GEC XBM Navigator PC controls</li>
<li>a 60 x 60 inch press with pre-pinch and blow pin assembly with quick change over</li>
<li>140 tons of clamping force and independent servo platen control</li>
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Scott Pugh, Manufacturing Manager of Hayward, said that they've been through a extensive review of potential suppliers based on their machine's innovation and technical capabilities. Aside from the machine's innovative specs, Pugh pointed out that the key selling point of Graham is its machine's fast color change capability.<br />
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With Graham’s advanced overlapping spiral-diverter design accumulator head, it only takes less done an hour to change colors compared to others that would take 8 to 12 hours. Graham even demonstrated both white-to-black (complete color change in 6 shots) and black-to-platinum (30 shots) color changes during Hayward’s machine acceptance.<br />
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Good move by Hayward?<br />
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In a month's time, it's hard to tell. However, about 3 years ago, Hayward took a move that alarmed some experts.<br />
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With Pugh's determination to bring Hayward to the limelight from being a "typical" U.S. manufacture in the late 90's, revamped its entire process operation. And in 2008, Hayward's molder switched from using pellet concentrates to liquid colors on three large blow <br />
molding machines to produce housings for filter tanks, expert considered this very risky.<br />
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meters liquid color into the blender"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSvx-tuH87KuUSC6Z641U5ZIsgbXQgME9gbaZTSesZESRpRv7GoAuKa0h10RYIDlWJR9hU_AGW-LYZeSqkFtmfLh0Ub2HescgYy55sN1uSdwcMq5zojL9CaH_yzj_TlplkTTATK2WmD4o/s1600/Scott+Pugh.jpg" /></a></div><br />
The switch was supplied by <a href="http://riverdalecolor.com/">Riverdale Color Co.</a>, Perth Amboy, N.J. for the purpose of producing products that are in demand and reduce inventory at the same time. There have been financial issues but after comprehensive trials, Hayward went with Riverdale’s Pump-in-a- Drum liquid color system combined with a weigh-scale blender furnished by Riverdale sister company <a href="http://maguire.com/">Maguire Products</a>, Aston, Pa. <br />
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Full story <a href="http://www.rglsales.com/images/PT-Hayward.pdf">here</a>.<br />
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It's quite intriguing how Hayward changed its processing methods in 3 years time. This is an obvious indication of the company's rapid growth and in the first place they have gone through many changes before.<br />
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If this recent progress will support their growth... time will tell.</div>Commercial Pool Productshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03352059123506299051noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529967005788005389.post-13058770530486059422011-03-02T19:17:00.000-08:002011-03-07T19:20:49.854-08:00Pentair IntelliFlo VF - Not Your Ordinary Pool Pump<div align="justify">Pentair introduced a new pool pump that will let pool owners save over a thousand dollars on operation.<br />
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<a name='more'></a>Named Intelliflow VF, this pool pump cuts the operation cost by lowering the pump's flow rate. Unlike old pool pumps with unchangeable motor speeds, Iintelliflow VF is automatic,self-setting and self-adjusting, variable speed thus, the name variable flow (VF). This would slow down the pump but would use lesser energy consumption.<br />
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Intelliflow VF banners its innovative use of permanent magnet motors; same motors used in hybrid cars - the first in the industry. It also features a micro-processor that intelligently maximizes the pump's performance and at the same time minimizes energy consumption by managing the lowest amount of water flow.<br />
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This microchip is backed-up by an onboard computer and software that facilitate the pump's operation through programming or automatic operation collectively known as variable-drive technology.<br />
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A high horse power doesn't always mean efficiency. Intelliflow VF, compared to older pumps, uses lower horsepower that can provide 90% savings.<br />
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The average price is $1,700.<br />
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How about making your swimming pool healthier by making it eco-friendly?<br />
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Making your pool eco-friendly gives you two main benefits; one is you contribute to a greener Earth and second is it will cut your pool maintenance cost in the long run.<br />
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<a name='more'></a>No, you don't have to modify or reconstruct your swimming pool. All you need is to replace your pool products with the more eco-friendly ones;<br />
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<b>1. Replace gas heater with heat pump</b><br />
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Heat pumps are more expensive than gas heater but they produce more heat than the percentage of the energy it consumes therefore will save you a lot in the long run.<br />
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<b>2. Buy cartridge or sand filter rather than D.E. filter</b><br />
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D.E. filter is no doubt very effective on cleaning a swimming pool. However, it uses a lot of diatomaceous earth (D.E.) and you need to backwash the filter to clean it thoroughly.<br />
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With a sand filter, you just have to replace the sand every 3 years for apartment pools and 6 years for home pools.<br />
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A cartridge filter on the other hand is the easiest filter to clean; you just have to pull it out and rinse.<br />
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<b>3. Salt instead of chlorine</b><br />
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Contrary to common belief, salt water pools will not give you the ocean-like feeling and the pool water don't make it taste as salty as the ocean water.<br />
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With a salt generator, you don't have to buy and apply chlorine from time to time; it will break down the salt and turn it into chlorine saving you a lot of money.<br />
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<b>4. Use solar blanket</b><br />
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To maximize pool heating, aside from the heat pump, you can use solar blanket that traps heat from the sun and transfer it to your pool. Solar blanket keep the proper temperature for your pool especially during cold nights.<br />
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<b>5. Prefer robotic pool cleaner than a manual vacuum cleaner or an automatic cleaner</b><br />
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Cleaning a pool with an automatic or vacuum cleaner consumes too much energy that will later on reflect on your bill. Using a robotic pool cleaner instead will clean your pool fast with less energy just by plugging it into a regular power socket.<br />
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And there you have it, next time you replace your swimming pool equipment you know your options and you can enjoy an eco-friendly pool.<br />
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