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Current at the 2013 FINA World Championship Aquatic Center
We recently heard rumors originating from the pool deck of the 2013 FINA World Swimming Championships regarding a possible ‘current’ in the competition pool while competition was taking place. The...
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Revised MAHC Module Posted: Facility Design and Construction
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) sent this bulletin at 12/16/2013 04:05 PM EST December 16, 2013 Thank you for your interest in the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC), a collaborative...
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Pool Design Part 1 – Fast Pools
Every time a new pool is built or there is a high profile event, someone always seems to ask, what makes a fast pool? It is our job in the industry of building pools to make these Facilities the BEST...
View ArticlePool Design Part 2 – Often Forgotten Elements of the Best Pools
You can read about the science behind a good pool but what else goes into a facility to really make it great? It is easy when designing a pool to stop at the pumps controlling a pool and the hole you...
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Natatorium Design
When designing an indoor swimming pool, it must be understood that the room – the natatorium – is a unique space, which will require a number of special design considerations. First of all, the...
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Starting Blocks and Water Depth: Is Your Pool Safe?
When it comes to the world of competitive swimming, there are stringent guidelines that everyone involved in the pool design process must take into consideration. This is especially true for water...
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Underwater Pool Lighting: What You Need to Know
Underwater pool lighting is a surefire way to add to the wow factor of your pool. Pool lighting can enhance a pool’s visual appeal, add visibility or even change the overall mood of the pool with...
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Springboard Diving
As a full-service aquatic consulting firm, we strive to design facilities that meet the needs of all user groups. While many aquatic sport facilities revolve around competitive swimming, we certainly...
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Expansion and Contraction in PVC Pool Piping
In the commercial swimming pool industry, the overwhelming choice for pool piping material selection is Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC). The use of such materials can provide security, as it is non-corrosive,...
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Depth Markers and Warning Signs
Depth makers and warning signs are one of the most important aspects of pool design. Depth markers and warning signs allow swimmers on the pool deck, as well as swimmers inside the pool, to know water...
View ArticleDifference in Commercial and Residential Swimming Pool Design Construction
Having been involved in the commercial swimming pool industry for over 20 years, I’ve been fortunate to be a part of the planning and design of hundreds of aquatic facilities across the globe. During...
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