Aquatics International back issues from March 2004:
Setting the record straight.(From the Editor)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
Mar 01, 2004; ... I didn't grow up with much in the way of a community pool. Suffice it to say that snapping turtles hungry for the taste of young children were rumored to live in the deep end. But even though it was nothing more than a swimming hole, our pool had one thing in common with the fancy ones in ...
Industry can fix water standards.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
Mar 01, 2004; ... As a regulator, I found the article by AmyJo Brown titled "Standard Issue" (October 2003) to be of particular interest. The state of Texas has public swimming facilities that have been in operation since the 1920s. These pools were filled with water from springs, rivers or lakes ...
Training options increase for operators.(Newsroom)(Professional Pool and Spa Operators' course)
Mar 01, 2004; ... With a growing number of training courses available, competition is rapidly increasing for the loyalty--and greenbacks--of pool operators. The National Spa & Pool Institute debuted the newest offering, the Professional Pool and Spa Operators' course, at the International Pool & ...
NSSA honors 4.(National Swim School Association)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2004 ... The National Swim School Association recently honored four aquatics professionals. The group inducted Australia's Forbes and Ursula Camle into its Hall of Fame for their contributions to the learn-to-swim profession and ...
Beachcomber aids Canadian Olympic athletes.(donations to See You in Athens Fund)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2004 ... Beachcomber Hot Tubs, based in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, has donated $75,000 to the See You in Athens Fund. The fund provides grants to Canadian athletes trying to qualify to represent Canada during the 2004 Summer Games, in Athens, Greece. Beachcomber owner Keith Scott is urging ...
NSPF gives grant to CDC.(National Swimming Pool Foundation has awarded a grant)(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2004 ... The National Swimming Pool Foundation of Colorado Springs, Colo., has awarded a grant to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta to support its Healthy Swimming Project. The grant will further efforts to prevent the spread of recreational water ...
BioLab plans entry into commercial market.(Newsroom)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2004; ... To compete more fully in the commercial water business, chemical manufacturer BioLab Inc. plans to open two new dealer distribution networks for its products. One network will focus on supplying waterparks and public pools larger than 150,000 gallons. The other is meant to ...
CSC sues feds in Title IX dispute.(Newsroom)(cases of men's sports associations)
Mar 01, 2004; ... In another move to protect men's sports from the effects of the Title IX law, a coalition of men's sports associations have filed a federal lawsuit against the General Accounting Office, alleging that the GAO inaccurately reported the number of men's sports teams that have declined since ...
Study links miscarriages to hot tubs.(Newsroom)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2004; ... Women using hot tubs during early pregnancy carry a higher risk for miscarriage, according to a recently released study. The 1996-98 study involved 1,063 pregnant women from the San Francisco area and found that those who used hot tubs or jetted baths were twice as likely to ...
Nine inducted into Masters Swimming Hall of Fame.
Mar 01, 2004 ... Nine aquatic athletes recently were inducted into the International Masters Swimming Hall of Fame in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. They are: JANE ASHER (Great Britain). Since 1983, she has competed in four age groups (55-59 through 70-74) and set 52 Masters world records in free-style, ...
On guard? As more hotels use water attractions to draw visitors, they need to rethink their policies about lifeguards--or risk tragedy.(Risk Management)(dangers and management of indoor waterparks)
Mar 01, 2004; ... Walk into any hotel pool and you're likely to see more square footage of warning signs than water surface area. "No Diving," "No Running," "No Horseplay." And, in many cases, no lifeguards. But the landscape is changing. As hotels/motels add water attractions, most facilities ...
Suction solutions: common suction problems with commercial pumps--and how to avoid them.(Tech Talk)(Recirculation with one pump)(Recirculation between multiple pumps)(Air entrainment)
Mar 01, 2004; ... Since I recently changed product focus from residential side of the swimming pool business to commercial side, I have found that one area accounts for the vast majority of the technical support calls received. This is the noisy or poor performance of the pump, or pumps that were specified ...
Theming with possibilities: more leisure pools are becoming waterpark-style themed recreation environments as cities draw a more demanding crowd.(Natural themes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... With indoor and outdoor pools, several water slides, inner-tube slides, water-play structures and sprayparks at their disposal, residents of Broomfield, Colo., should have been satisfied with the city's leisure pool offerings. But business was still flagging. The reason for the ...
Taking a dive: diving boards around the country are being removed from community pools due to liability and safety concerns. But are those concerns--and the rising insurance costs--really justified?(influence of negative information)(television programs by Meneely's attorneys )
Mar 01, 2004; ... Greg Munro is not really an active member of the aquatics industry. He doesn't operate or manage a pool, nor does he coach or promote water safety. But like many adults, he spent childhood summers at the local pool, where he just couldn't wait to take flying leaps off the diving board. He ...
Child's play: 10 ways to design sprayparks kids love-it's not what you might think.
Mar 01, 2004; ... Larry Duxbury wasn't sold on sprayparks, but, then, he saw the kids reactions. I guess I liked the idea in the beginning, but I wasn't totally sold on it ... until I saw it in use," says Duxbury, chief engineer of the dinosaur spraypark in Drumheller, Alberta, Canada. As more ...
Rescue spine board.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Adolph Kiefer & Associates Features: made from high-density polyethylene with UV inhibitors; features 12 X-ray translucent speed clip anchor points; measures 16 inches wide by 72 inches long; available in white, ...
Lifeguard management course.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by American Red Crass Features: 7 1/4-hour course for lifeguard supervisors, updated for 2004; covers the responsibilities of guard supervisors, the hiring and training of guards, and the principles of injury ...
2003-2004 Commercial Equipment Catalog.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Aquam Aquatic Specialist Features: catalog contains complete line of commercial-grade pool products in a wide range of categories, including recreation, safety and rescue deck ...
Power winder blanket reel system.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Alto Enterprises Features: requires no hand cranking; 12V winder; attaches to existing pool blanket reel system; motorized head is designed to move quickly from core to ...
12- and 20-foot funbrellas.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Anchor Industries Features: giant, permanent umbrellas available in many colors; made from fade-resistant acrylic fabrics; frames have 4-inch aluminum center pole and one-piece aluminum ground sleeve; galvanized ...
Pulsar system.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Arch Chemicals Features: designed for easy operation/maintenance; improves water clarity and color while removing the hazards of chlorine gas and liquid bleach; made to eliminate organics and ...
Standard lockers/quick-ship program.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by American Locker Security Systems Features: product line available in one-, two- and sixtier lockers, knocked down or fully assembled; stainless steel, recessed handles; rubber bumpers; concealed ...
Aquabot turbo T2 and T4.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Aqua Products Features: designed to clean any size pool, configuration or surface type in just one hour, per maker; cleaners made to brush, power-wash, vacuum and micro-filter pools from floor to waterline, including most ...
Fiberglass sand filters.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Astral Products Features: noncorrosive fiberglass construction; 30-and 36-inch models with gel-coated exteriors; 50 psi working pressure; adapters allow for multiple-filter ...
2004 pool inflatables catalog.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Bee-Tee USA Features: catalog features an extensive line of interactive inflatables and new products for 2004 Offerings: free catalog ...
Architects, engineer and aquatics planners.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Brandstetter Carroll Features: expertise in aquatics facility design: firm specializes in municipal aquatics-center master planning and design ...
2004 equipment catalog.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Brock Enterprises Features: redesigned for the 2004 calendar year, catalog features commercial and institutional pool equipment and supplies from a wide ...
CH255 true PPM controller.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Chemtrol Features: solid-state sensor with a selective membrane provides direct readings of free chlorine in water; maintains free chlorine levels; designed to be maintenance-free once ...
Colorado block.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Colorado Time Systems Features: all electrical components, including deck plates, horns and relay judging platforms, are removable for safe storage; provides quantifiable results for fine-tuning starts and relay ...
Race time pace clock.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Competitive Swim Products Features: designed for optimum visibility; constructed from powder-coated, lightweight aluminum; polycarbonate face is ultra-violet-stabilized; all components are weather-proofed and resist breaking, ...
Lifeguard board shorts.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by eLifeguard.com Features: made of four-ply Tahoe nylon for quick drying; features double-stitched elastic/drawstring waist, Quik-drain utility pocket and tricot polyester jock liner; ...
Fiberglass pool renovation.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Fiber Tech Features: coatings designed to create a seamless, waterproof barrier that adheres to concrete, wood, steel, aluminum, asphalt or virtually any structurally sound ...
Performance swimwear.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by The Final Swimwear Features: company offers swimsuits and swim accessories for lifeguards and swimmers; swimwear is available in male and female sizes; print and solid styles; many ...
Heat$avr liquid solar blanket.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by flexible Solutions Ltd. Features: liquid forms a barrier on the surface of the pool water to inhibit evaporation and trap solar heat; can be applied by hand or with automatic injection system; ...
Quiet-flow parallel grating.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Grate Technology Features: grates designed to reduce noise by capturing water in gutter more quickly, thereby increasing flow rate; grate's flexibility is conducive to free-form design elements, per maker; ...
Pool check pool & spa merchandising displays.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Industrial Test Solutions Features: company offers counter-top displays designed to help increase impulse buys; floor standing displays intended to increase the visibility of pool ...
Water colors.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by KoalaPlay Group Features: large, water-themed interactive water-play attraction, featuring a pair of three-level structures, a dumping bucket and 23 interactives Offerings: modular, ...
Lincoln 2004 catalog.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Lincoln Equipment Features: special 50th anniversary catalog of pool equipment and supplies; more than 150 pages of product listings and photos; easy-to-use ...
Water slides and modular playgrounds.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Mason Corp. Features: slides and playgrounds utilize rustproof, 13-gauge galvanized steel and polyethylene plastic parts that are UV-stabilized, per maker; slides and playgrounds ...
Sand filter.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Mer-Made Filter Features: sand filters made with all-fiberglass construction; no laterals buried in the sand bed ...
Natatec PVC membrane system.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Notare Corp. Features: PVC membrane intended to create a watertight liner and help reduce costly surface repair Offerings: 10-year ...
Gel-coated movable bulkheads.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Neptune-Benson Features: available in 4- and 6-foot widths, and lengths up to 25 meters; molded in nonskid surfaces, including target and turning wall; easy to use, independently controlled ballast chamber; modular ...
Zeobest ultra natural zeolite filter media.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Northern Filter Media Features: nonadditive, nonleaching, antimicrobial product is designed to remove 99.9 percent of viruses, bacteria, algae and cryptosporidium; sized to .50-.60 mm; ...
Commercial pool facility designers/suppliers.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Recreation Supply Co. Features: company's commercial design department works with designers to ensure that the proper equipment is provided for aquatics facilities ...
Griff's guard station.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Paragon Aquatics Features: station comes with a front entry, elevated viewing station, easy access and a nonskid surface, per maker; designed to promote ...
Portable vacuum filters.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Recreonics Features: stainless steel cartridge filter, thermal plastic pump, waterproof switch and pro-wired GFI protector, 1.5-inch suction and discharge connections ...
Poseidon computer-aided drowning detection system.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Poseidon Technologies Features: designed to monitor the movements of swimmers so life-guards are alerted when a swimmer is in difficulty ...
Aquatic pool lifts.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by RMT Aquatics Features: portable and semi-portable lifts; battery-operated; designed for safe transfer; easy to install, operate and maintain, per manufacturer Offerings: lifetime ...
Swim-lift model lolo.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Spectrum Aquatics Features: ADA-compliant with 300-pound lifting capacity, per maker; dual lift operating controls Offerings: five-year ...
FuturaPool modular public pools.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by RenoSys Corp. Features: pool combines the durability of a stainless- or galvanized steel wall system with a reinforced RenoSys PVC pool shell interior; lower installation cost ...
Aquatic planners, designers and engineers.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Water Technology Features: team of planners, designers and engineers whose portfolio includes waterparks, resort/hotel pools, family aquatics centers, spray-parks, ...
Whitewater water slides.(NRPA Exhibitors)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Whitewater West Industries Ltd. Features: company uses fiberglass technology to create smooth flumes and Silktek process to heat-inject molding; designed to lower maintenance costs; no whiting or wicking necessary; ...
Manufactured palm trees for outdoor applications.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by 4 Sons Custom Palm Trees Features: a variety of palm-tree trunk styles, bends and heights are available ...
Partial patterned table top.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Carter Grandle Features: table top formerly available in full pattern now is available in new partial pattern (shown); table top offers alternative to glass, ...
Aluminum fencing, railing and gates.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Elegant Aluminum Products Features: pool fence kits; gates made from aluminum and are maintenance-free, per maker; features U-frames Offerings: owner's ...
Funbrella shark umbrella.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Anchor Industries Features: designfeatures a catenary curve-style top; fits standard 12- and 20-foot Funbrella frames; 4-inch aluminum center pole; made with easy-care acrylic ...
Rock features, waterfeatures and fountains.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Colorado Hardscapes Features: company offers custom artificial rock features, waterfeatures and artificial or natural rock fountains; turnkey installation ...
GTH20 water spraypark.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Game time Features: child-activated bolland; company offers ready-made kits and custom designs Offerings: poured-in-place surfacing ...
Shade structures.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Birdair Features: structures come completely pre-assembled from factory; premium-grade construction, per maker; available in several styles, sizes and colors; ...
Magna-Latch magnetic, self-latching gate latch.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by D&D Technologies Features: self-latching design is magnetically triggered; company also offers Tru-Close Self-Closing Hinges; both latches and hinges are designed to resist rusting ...
Park equipment and benches.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Kay Park Recreation Corp. Features: an assortment of park equipment, including tables, grills, benches, bleachers, bike racks, litter receptacles, pedal ...
Pirate's cove.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by KoalaPlay Corp. Features: a pirate-themed, interactive water-play attraction with WaterColors' structures, a connecting dumping bucket tower and more than 30 interactives; WaterColors system is ...
Pittsburgh series all-steel shelters.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Litchfield Landscape Elements Features: bolted tubular steel frame with oven-cured enamel finish and pre-cut metal roof Offerings: double- or triple-tier roof, ...
Model 530 SM Mister.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by Most Dependable Fountains Features: designed to serve high-volume crowds and active athletes; 13 misting heads; available in nine powder-coated colors; comes standard with a ...
Operable skylight and retractable enclosures.(Parkscapes)
Mar 01, 2004; ... by OpenAire Features: maintenance-free, thermally broken aluminum framing system; enclosures can span up to 140 feet; custom designs and colors available; roof and sidewall glazing options include insulating glass, ...