the 2008 edition of the Spatex - Eurospapoolnews.com

NEW PRODUCTS 13Centrifugal waterfiltrationHighlight of the Waterco stand is the MultiCyclonecentrifugal filter, featured by other companies andwinner of the sustainability award at the 2007Barcelona pool show. Waterco says the product isideal as a pre-filter and will extend the life of anyexisting filter – including sand, diatomaceous earthor cartridge filters. It will filter out 80% of the incomingsediment before it enters the main filtrationsystem. The end result is thatthe filter is said to requireless cleaning, and saves water,money and time.www.waterco.eu / info@waterco.euZodiac’s PowerpacThe PSA-Zodiac group is launching Powerpac 3, anew model in the Powerpac range. With a powerof 11kW, it is designed for heating swimming poolsof between 40 and 75m 3 .The range now consists of three models: Powerpac1, 6.6kW; Powerpac 2, 7.8kW; Powerpac 3:11kW. One of its major advantages is a claimedCOP of 5 thanks to the incorporation of a new PSAcondenser that uses R410A refrigerant.AspidAstralPool widens its rangeof automatic floor cleanersby launching the Aspid, anaspiration (suction) floorcleaner, easy to install andto use. It stands out for itsinnovative design and attractiveprice. It incorporatesa matt. It is articulated, which allows it to beeasily moved around. In addition, it incorporatesa deflecting ring which, when correctly fitted intothe piping, avoids obstruction.www.astralpool.comWider range of thatchedgazebos from LapaThe Lapa Company, a specialist in thatched gazebos,has launched a new oval model to maximise internalspace while maintaining the product’s aesthetic appeal,according to the company. Five sizes are on offer,and flexible design enables the company can offermultiple entrances or configurations. A full rangeof complementary accessories is available, and thetimber for the gazebos is from Forestry StewardshipCouncil (FSC) approved sources.www.thelapacompany.co.ukPools for small spacesMagiline has expanded its product range with theMAGIsmile, a compact pool that is designed forsmall spaces. The new range includes pools thatcan be 5-7.66m in length and 3-3.66m in width– ideal for where space is at a premium. A 2-in-1 module combines a counter-current swim unitand a high-performance patented filtration unit.A selector switch is claimed to make it easy togo from one to the other. Options include a heatpump, integrated safety cover and above-groundcover.www.magiline / contact@magiline.frSolar heatingThe German solar heating specialists, Solar-Ripp®,are co-ordinating their sales inBritain through wholesalers«Procopi UK Ltd» in Marden(Kent).There will be, from 2008, thenew Modul system, which willbe tailor-made to the requirementsof the swimming pooltrade. As few as five differentmodules can be combined toCleaning kitHach Company, which makes the AquaChek Pool& Spa Test Strips, has launched a Dealer StarterKit for its new TruTest Digital Test Strip Reader.Designed to create a convenient all-in-one packfor pool and spa retailers, the Dealer Starter Kitincludes six TruTest Digital Test Strip Readers,six blister-carded bottles of TruTest Pool & SpaTest Strips, a point-of-sale display and a ‘ceilingdangler’ packaged in a single box. Directions areavailable in 15 languages.www.aquachek.comsystems of the required size. As a new service,Solar-Ripp® also offers a pool water temperaturecalculation tool called TCAS.The hourly weather data from7,700 measuring stations provideparameters like global radiation,outside temperature,relative humidity, wind speedand local precipitation.www.psa-zodiac.com / info@psa-net.cominfo@solarripp.com / www.solarripp.comSpatex ExhibitorsLeisure Time Spa, Stand L187Consumer-packed spa care systems.www.leisuretimespa.co.ukLeisurerite UK, Stand L174Spatex sees the launch of Leisurerite UK’s latestspa model, the Venetian. This was launched inAustralasia in the middle of 2007,and its success has resultedin it being includedin the UK range. Itis available in twoformats, the Deluxeand the Entertainer,and seats 6/7 peoplewith two recliners. With a24-hour circulation pump andtwo boost pumps, it is controlledby a Balboa GL2000 system. The Venetianis also equipped with ozone, aromatherapy andan air blower. In addition, the Entertainer versioncomes with a CD/radio, two waterfalls, stainlesssteeljets and an LED light system.www.leisurerite.co.ukLifesaver Pool FenceStand U186Pool safety fences.www.piscine-barriere.comLovibond, Stand L122Water testing systems.www.tintometer.comLuxury Living (UK Distribution),Stand U217Hot tubs, saunas, gazebos, garden houses, swimmingpools and garden furniture.www.luxurylivingproducts.comMarine AV, Stand U174Waterproof stereos, iPod interfaces, speakers andtelevisions for swimming pools, spas, bathrooms,saunas and general outdoor use; plus iPod casesthat float and are fully waterproof to a depth of3m.www.marine-audio.comMaster Spas EuropeStand L184Extensive range of hot tubs, with prices from£7000 to £15,000.www.masterspas.co.ukMeaco (UK), Stand U146Pool dehumidifiers.www.meaco.comMenerga, Stand L154Pool hall heating, dehumidification and ventilationsystems.www.menerga.co.ukMini-B, Stand L179Alternative to scuba diving equipment for underwaterrepair.www.mini-b.comNsure, Stand U184Insurance cover.www.nsure.co.ukOASE, Stand L124Swimming pool covers.www.oase.beOCEA, Stand L146Automatic pool covers.www.ocea.beOriginal Style, Stand U170UK ceramic tile manufacturer.www.originalstyle.comPacemaker Wells, Stand U109Marble pool lining.www.pacelite.co.ukPalintest, Stand L102Testing equipment for pool and spa water.www.palintest.comParagon Pool ServicesStand U200Aqua Gard automatic safety covers and Aqua Topautomatic slatted covers.www.paragonpoolservices.co.ukParamount Pools, Stand L101Increasing its stand size this year, Paramount Poolsis exhibiting a number of new products for 2008.A major highlight is expected to be a new Jacuzzifiltration pump that offers a two-year unconditionalwarranty – even if the pump runs dry. In fact,Paramount intends to display a pump ‘runningdry’ at the show! An indoor heat pump will alsobe shown, which director Steve Martin says is anindustry first, and will help alleviate complaintsfrom neighbours about noisy equipment.Also being shown is a new solar heating systemcalled Poolsolar, which Steve says is easy to install– even for the customer.www.paramount-pools.co.ukPentagon Tiles, Stand U172Distributor for wall and floor tiles.www.pentagon-tiles.co.ukPiscinelle UK, Stand L147Above-ground pools and accessories.www.piscinelle.co.ukPlastic Extruders, Stand U103Anti-slip matting for poolside and changing rooms.www.plastex.co.ukPlastica UK, Stand U130Distributor of swimming pools and spas, and afull range of related products and accessories.www.plasticapools.comPollet Pool Group, Stand L192Green is the colour for Pollet at this year’s Spatex.First up is the IntelliFlo pump – claimed to be themost advanced and innovative around, reducingenergy consumption by 90% and reckoned todeliver the longest service life of any pump in itsclass. IntelliFlo monitors and controls its operationand senses and adjusts to changing demandsand pool conditions. Another new addition is theMultiCyclone pre-filtration system, winner of thesustainability award at the Barcelona pool show.Meanwhile, Heat Perfector heat pumps use ambientair temperature to heat the pool at a lowercost and are said to be 500% more effective thanconventional electric heaters.Pollet is also including the Fairlocks Vac Head inits 2008 line up.www.ppgeurope.comPool & Spa EnclosuresStand U201Enclosures for pools and spas.www.poolandspaenclosures.comPool & Spa MagazinesStand L142Trade and consumer magazines for the UK pooland spa sector.www.poolandspaindustry.co.uk