Read Edition 146 of SPLASH! – out now!
The latest digital version of SPLASH! is out now.
This edition features:
We look at the options available in the prefabricated and precast swimming pool market, on the back of their recent surge in popularity.
Balancing modern requirements and heritage elements
The National Commercial Project of the Year was won by Kirratech Lifestyle Pools for their reinvigoration and restoration of Townsville’s Tobruk Memorial Baths.
Creating the endless summer dream
Surfers endlessly quest for the perfect wave. But what if it’s at a surf park, the same break every day. We look at the rising popularity of manufactured waves.
Energy efficiency and the decarbonisation of aquatic centres
Ideas on improving the efficiency of aquatic centres from people intimately involved their engineering design and practical application, including Tony Kimpton, Nick Yannakis and Adam Bonney.
Finding and retaining the right retail staff
Multi-unit pool and spa franchise owner Malcolm Price offers his advice on finding the right staff and, importantly, keeping them.
Thirst for wellness creates interest in swim turbines
Carl Voshege explains how the covid years helped grow interest in making swimming pools more than just a pool.
Anthony Cross discusses Compass Pool’s latest offshoot that is addressing the increasing demand for small pools.
Reinvigoration of the commercial market
Tim Martin described how EvoHeat weathered the past couple of years, and lets us know what is on the horizon in the commercial market.
Insights on American pool and spa shows
Bruce Everett and Brett Lloyd Abbott tell us about their recent experiences at two US pool and spa expos.
Debate topic: A qualification can never replace experience
David Stennett discusses whether qualification can ever replace actual on-the-job experience in pool building.
What is equipotential bonding and electrical earthing
Swimming pool and spa builders including pool fence installers need to be fully conversant with the mandatory wiring rules.
