Meeting Sarah
Anyone who has called the Lovibond® office in Amesbury has probably had the pleasure of talking with our colleague, Sarah.
Sarah has been with the company since 2005 and specializes in Water Analysis for the Leisure Industry.
Always on-hand to provide advice, Sarah not only gives guidance on how to use the Lovibond® products but also more generically on pool and spa water testing.
Part of her remit is also arranging for equipment to be returned for annual servicing.
A natural comedian, Sarah always keeps the office in good spirits. We have yet to discover her tea-making skills, however! |
Follow Us On Twitter
Yes, we have our very own Twitter Account now. And we'll be tweeting throughout the season on Top Tips to keep Pools and Spas Pristine.
Be sure to follow @Lovibond for lots of tips. |
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The Splash
Volume 3, 2012
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Dear ,
Welcome to The Splash - the dedicated e-newsletter from Lovibond Tintometer for the Pool and Spa industry.  As Olympic Fever well and truly invades the UK and the torch takes its final steps around the country, the team in Amesbury has been very excited since it actually passed by our facilities this week. Of course, being in the business, we are all excited to see the aquatic events and will be following them eagerly. No doubt the track athletics (albeit on dry land) will be exciting too. If only our British summer would play along .......
The Editor |
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Selecting the Right System
Those who run swimming pools or spas know how important good and accurate testing of the water is. Good measurement and control are essential to water appearance, bather comfort and safety. It also helps in the control of chemicals and protection of plant and equipment.
Before embarking on the testing itself, it is important to consider the options available and select the method most suited to your needs.
The following considerations should be taken into account:
- The test you need to carry out
- The accuracy required to meet operating procedures
- Where the tests will be carried out
- Who will be doing the testing
There are two main alternatives: comparator and photometer based systems: each with respective advantages and disadvantages. To learn which might be best for you, please visit the article.
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What to Test for and Why
The essential routine tests are the disinfectant levels (normally Chlorine or Bromine), pH, Total Alkalinity and Calcium Hardness - but why are these important?
Chlorine and Bromine - maintaining these levels ensures sufficient free or active disinfectant to guarantee adequate 'killing'. Low levels may result in bacteria surviving in the water and infections occurring. Especially after or during heavy usage, disinfectant levels become quickly exhausted.
pH - this measures the acid or alkaline level of the pool which, if extreme, can cause irritation to the swimmer. The effectiveness of Chlorine and Bromine is also pH dependent. It is recommended that pH levels are kept between 7.2 - 7.6.
Total Alkalinity - (not to be confused with pH) is the measurement of the alkaline dissolved salts and this acts a buffer in the water. Low Alkalinity can result in "pH bounce" - swings in pH occurring every time chemicals are added. High Alkalinity makes the water highly buffered and complicates the pH control.
Calcium Hardness - affects the pool's condition. When too high, calcium deposits form, giving a 'matt' appearance to surfaces such as tiles and pool surround. When too low, the water looks for calcium, potentially removing calcium content from other materials eg concrete and grout.
Need further explanation? Simply call the team on 01980 664800 or email us at water.sales@tintometer.com. |
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Progress in Cambodia
Those who received our December e-letter will remember that we decided to sponsor a well in Cambodia. Good News: Our well is now finished!
It is with great delight and quite a bit of pride that we can announce its completion and the well is now fully functional, supplying fresh water to the villagers of the Siem Reap Province. Of course, all the hard work was carried out by the Khmer Angkor Clean Water Project but we are honoured to have contributed to this cause.
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Thank you for taking the time to read this edition of The Splash. We trust you found it of interest and, of course, we welcome any feedback.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Wilkinson
Lovibond Tintometer
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