Surveys show safety is a top-of-mind for pool owners — whether they mention it or not to a pool professional — and safety products should be one of the core product lines for any pool company. See below for new and innovative products that can keep your customers safe around the pool.
Pentair
The AquaTRAM 90 pool access lift rotates 90 degrees left or right for easy pool access. It anchors directly into the deck with the popular Quickset Dual Wedge Anchor socket, making it removable without tools and easy to retrofit using existing anchors. Features include dual flip-up armrests, a comfortable seat with adjustable lap belt and footrest and simple-to-operate controls. Improved lift reach clears spa benches and most gutter types. It comes complete with a rechargeable battery-operated system, has a 300-pound lifting capacity and is ADA compliant.
pentair.com | (800) 831-7133
CMP
CMP offers Unblockable VGB Drains, including the 32-inch Channel Drain and the patented/patent-pending 20-inch Ring Drain. The drains are durable with integrated water stops that lock in plaster. Both drains are safety certified and compliant to ANSI/APSP-16 2011 and CPSC requirements. Pool professionals appreciate the "finished look" offered by CMP Unblockable VGB Drains, the company says. Seamless color covers are a huge hit for matching pool bottom designs. Both drains are suitable for single or multi-drain use and come with a seven-year cover life.
www.c-m-p.com | (800) 733-9060
Tara Liners & Safety Covers
Tara's HD Mesh Safety Covers give all the benefits of a regular mesh safety cover with added sun-blocking and strength, the company says. The densely woven, mesh fabric filters out nearly all dust and small particles and blocks 99%* of sunlight to keep algae from growing. The tough 7.1 ounce fabric is lightweight for easy installation and removal. Built to withstand the harshest winter conditions, each one is constructed with double-layer webbing across the entire cover. Our HD Mesh Safety Covers secure to the deck with heavy-duty springs and solid-brass anchors. Choose from three colors: green, blue and tan.
*U.S. Patent No. 6,886,187 — 99% Shade
taraliners.com | (866) 725-8272
LOOP-LOC
LOOP-LOC introduces Deck-Loc No-Drill Anchoring System for composite decks. Now you can install a pool cover on composite decking without drilling a single hole. Deck-Loc anchors secure in seconds by simply turning the clamps until they lock under the deck boards. Removing them for storage is just as easy, leaving the pool deck pristine and unscarred, because the only hole in your customer's deck should be their pool. Manufactured in marine grade stainless steel. Patented under U.S. Patent application 16/200,929. Made for composite decks with 3/8-inch board spacing. Real wood decks don't usually have 3/8-inch spacing between the boards, which is needed to install the Deck-Loc Anchoring System.
looploc.com | (800) LOC-LOOP
Latham Pool Products
According to Latham, an automatic safety cover is the safest product available for a pool. The company's Coverstar and Pool Cover Specialists brands offer industry-leading quality and features, like wireless touch pads, auto shut-off and a two-year no-break warranty on ropes. In some states, an automatic cover can be used in lieu of a fence or other barrier. Latham also offers solid and mesh safety covers.
lathampool.com | (800) 833-3800
Smartop
Smartop offers a unique Steel Cable Lock System that provides ultimate security for a hot tub by preventing unauthorized or unsupervised use. The easy-to-use steel cable lockdown straps are secured with a combination padlock (included). This built-in feature is excellent for vacation and family homes. Made in the U.S.
smartopcover.com | (888) 965-6694
S.R. SMITH
Mod-Lite is a modular underwater 7W LED lighting product that produces vibrant light without a physical power connection by utilizing induction technology. Mod-Lite is the first and only wirelessly powered 1 1/2-inch nicheless LED light for the pool and spa industry, the company says. S.R. Smith's PowerPass Wireless Power Technology is the standard for safe, submersible wireless power applications for pools and spas and enables energy to flow to the LED lamp without a physical connection to the power source.
srsmith.com | (800) 824-4387
The Cover Company
The Cover Company provides high-quality safety covers with heavy-duty springs with locking pieces for quick installation. Tough-to-fit water features, including waterfalls, walls and other obstacles are handled with ease. The Cover Company asks that builders looking for a quote should fax or email a drawing.
coverlon.com | (908) 707-1122
Garrett Vinyl Liners & Safety Covers
Garrett Safety Covers offers unmatched performance, protection and peace of mind, the company says. With 12 styles and colors to choose from, your custom fit safety cover is made with high-quality materials that can withstand harsh weather conditions. Each cover features a triple-stitched, double-woven system for strength and longevity.
garrettliners.com | (800) 222-3650
ControlOmatic
ControlOMatic's PoolWarden and MiniWarden controllers for swimming pools offer alarm features to ensure the safety of the pool water for swimmers. The PoolWarden controller notifies homeowners and/or pool operators when pool or spa water chemistry or temperature is out of tolerance to ensure swimmer safety. Alarms are activated by sensor measurements and automatically reach out with a text message to a phone or email to prevent health hazards. Pool Warden also offers an easy-to-see 'red' alarm LED on the enclosure exterior.
controlomatic.com | (530) 205-4520
D&D Technology
D&D Technologies invented magnetic safety gate latches in the early 1990s, the company says. The MagnaLatch ALERT is the newest model in the MagnaLatch range. It's a combined gate latch and gate alarm in one, convenient product. The ALERT sets entirely new levels for gate safety around swimming pools or wherever child safety is critical. The MagnaLatch ALERT offers dual electronic warnings: bright, flashing LED lights and audible alerts that sound if a gate is left opened or unlatched. You can see at a glance, and hear from a distance, if your gate is not secured. D&D has sold millions of the award-winning MagnaLatches worldwide.
ddtechglobal.com | (800) 716-0888
Aquamatic Cover Systems
Since 1980, Aquamatic Cover Systems has provided peace of mind to families around the world with both the Hydramatic hydraulic automatic and EZ-Cover manual safety swimming pool and spa covers, the company says. Both covers are third-party verified to exceed ASTM F1346-91 standards for safety, and both satisfy pool barrier codes throughout the U.S. and Canada.
aquamatic.com | (800) 262-4044
Vacless Systems
Vacless Systems manufactures and sells safety vacuum release systems. These SVRS devices can be used on residential as well as commercial pools, spas and water features. The Vacless unit requires no tools, no cutting of existing plumbing and no calibration upon installation. Units are certified and meet VGB requirements. Vacless is a CPSC-approved SVRS manufacturer.
vacless.com | (818) 701-6200
Meyco Pool Covers
RuggedMesh offers the best of both worlds — the flexibility of a light-weight mesh cover plus the durability of a solid cover. RuggedMesh covers weigh almost 50% less than typical solid safety covers with a special weave that allows water to drain from the surface while filtering out finer particles. The result is cleaner water with less maintenance. RuggedMesh covers are available in four different colors: the original green, blue, mocha and gray.
meycocovers.com | (800) 446-3926
Pool and Spa Enclosures
There is nothing more important than keeping loved ones safe. Pool and Spa Enclosures is there to help keep your customers' babies (both human and fur-babies) splish-splashing in safety all year long. What can one of the company's polycarbonate, retractable and lockable pool enclosures do for your customer? Call and talk benefits with Pool and Spa Enclosures today.
sunrooms-enclosures.com | (609) 655-8898
CCEI Pool USA
CCEI Pool USA now offers its patented Plug in Pool underwater electrical outlet that works without contacts. The outlet transmits electrical energy by induction. With no wires and no contacts, the product is the safest way to bring power underwater. The Plug in Pool socket uses induction to create an electrical current from an electromagnet. When the lights are to be removed, the power turns off automatically so you can remove the light and add other underwater accessories. Available in large and mini light sizes in both monochromatic and multicolor lighting.
ccei-pool.com/us | (213) 425-5280
RicoRock
RicoRock offers a unique coping/waterline piece to be used as handholds under waterfalls for safety. Pool code states that there must be handholds every 4 feet if the water depth is over 4 feet. To ensure safety compliance, all raised beam and rock features should incorporate a handhold of at least 3 inches in depth to ensure a safe pool environment. Made of lightweight, cast concrete that is easily mortared, these coping waterline features are easy to add to the pool. They are available for immediate shipment in a variety of colors to match deck treatments and backyard décor.
ricorock.com | (888) 717-3100
McEwen Industries
McEwen Super Solid is the strongest and most puncture-resistant solid cover fabric, the company says. Surprisingly, this durable material produces a cover that is lighter in weight than traditional solid cover fabrics, which saves time and makes cover installation and removal easier. It is available in green, blue and tan colors.
mcewenindustries.com | (704) 365-8070
Thursday Pools
Thursday Pools' patented Geo-Hydro Valve allows fiberglass pools to be safely drained by relieving outside groundwater pressure to prevent fiberglass pools from floating. If outside groundwater pressure exceeds internal pressure, the Geo-Hydro Valve will open and allow groundwater to enter the pool through a filter (which prevents entry of debris that often causes standard hydrostatic valves to get stuck open). This process allows the pressure to equalize, preventing a dangerous floating-pool situation. Located on the lower pool sidewall, the valve is accessible from the ground level making it much easier and safer to maintain than standard hydrostatic valves.
thursdaypools.com | (877) 929-POOL
RJE Technologies
The Safety Turtle 2.0 is the only pool alarm that watches the child (or pet) and not the water. The locking wristband is secured to a child's wrist (or pet collar). If the Turtle becomes submerged in water, it uses a radio signal to sound an alarm in the house. There is no need for programming or wiring — simply plug-in and go.
safetyturtle.com | (949) 943-3349
GLI Pool Products
Safety covers save lives. The ASTM Certified GLI ProMesh Safety Cover shown in the image did just that on Nov. 16, 2018. This cover is made from a unique weave of polypropylene mesh that blocks out algae producing UV rays while still being 50 percent lighter than standard solid covers, the company says. It has easy installation, removal and storage. Plus, all GLI Custom Covers ship in 72 hours or less — guaranteed. They are available in four colors: tan, gray, green and blue.
glipoolproducts.com | (800) 448-2343
Cover-Pools
When Cover-Pools' founder Joe Lamb invented the automatic pool cover in 1959, he also created a safety device to protect his family. Since then, the company has been protecting families and their pools with innovative pool cover systems. The T4 is the latest in automatic safety pool cover technology as the only system designed for use with stainless-steel cables the company says. Stainless-steel cable is more durable and doesn't stretch or shrink like traditional rope systems.
coverpools.com | (801) 484-2724creek
Aqua Creek
The Ranger 2 is the new version of Aqua Creek's most popular lift, The Ranger. The new ADA-compliant lift features a field reversible design, 350 pound weight capacity, UL certification and comes standard with a 14-inch, deck-to-water draft. The Ranger 2 upholds the same standards for durability and reliability as all Aqua Creek pool lifts. It is ideal for use on smaller hotel and motel pools and available with the same color options, anchoring systems, accessories and solar charging station as the Pro Pool Series lifts.
aquacreekproducts.com | (888) 687-3552
Core Covers
Introducing the Vertex Safety Cover from Core Covers. After years of research, Core discovered an inflatable bladder, weather-shield fabric and a state-of-the-art process that has led to the industry's first inflatable spa cover. The Vertex cover is constructed with drop-stitch fabric that contains hundreds of threads per square inch. It's three times stronger than a traditional vinyl cover and built to withstand hundreds of pounds of weight. Vertex is environmentally-friendly, uses recyclable materials, less energy for transportation and reduces hot tub operation cost. It ships in a lightweight duffle bag, inflates in minutes and is designed to last longer than a traditional vinyl spa cover.
corecovers.com | (855) 763-7450
Anchor Industries
The 5-Star Solid Safety Pool Cover from Anchor Industries features 360-degree tensioning using Solid Vinyl Tensioning Paddles. This 360-degree tensioning dynamic pulls the cover taut from the center outwards for maximum strength and protection. Each SVTP holds up to 3,400 lbs. in a straight line pull test, the company says. When SVTPs are welded into place, they eliminate stitching in the cover body. (Stitching creates stress points that can weaken a solid pool cover over time.) The cover attaches to deck anchors with heavy-duty straps, plus Anchor's D-ring system that outlasts plastic clips. With a perfectly smooth surface, debris blows easily off the cover.
anchorinc.com | (800) 255-5552
Leisure Concepts
Safety and convenience should be a top priority for your customer and this attractive, new package offers both, says Leisure Concepts. The company has combined its popular Safe-T-Rail with its top-of-the-line ModStep 2XL step to create a stable, sturdy product no spa owner should be without. The ModStep 2XL is the only step in the industry that offers an extra-wide landing platform that is safe and attractive. The large 24-inch-by-35-inch top platform with non-slip, rubber tread, combined with the sturdy, easy-to-attach Safe-T-Rail, ensures the spa user can safely and comfortably enter and exit their spa. The powder-coated aluminum frame with polymer treads makes the ModStep 2XL the safest, strongest and longest-lasting step on the market, the company says.
leisureconcepts.com | (800) 469-2428
RenoSys
SoftSide safety landing pads are designed specifically for aquatic applications. Each pad is composed of layers of shock-absorbing foam covered with a watertight, slip-resistant PVC membrane that will not peel or wash off. Each 3-inch pad passes CPSC-ASTM 1292 testing for impact attenuation for drop heights up to 10 feet. To prevent the pad from floating or shifting, anchoring hardware is supplied. No part of the interior foam is exposed, making SoftSide pads algae and fungus resistant, low maintenance and hygienic. Available in standard or custom sizes and configurations.
renosys.com | (800) 783-7005
Frank Wall Enterprises
It's never been easier to fix broken or corroded tabs and slots on vinyl liner sealing rings for underwater lights than with this revolutionary product, says Frank Wall Enterprises. Never use a wedge-style repair kit again. There is no need to remove the liner sealing ring because the Light Doctor installs on the outside, over the liner sealing ring. Available in eight-hole and 10-hole fixture styles for both the top and bottom sections of the light sealing rings.
frankwall.com | (800) 488-9146
Automatic Pool Covers
Automatic Pool Covers has improved its APC 365 automatic safety cover system with a coping and housing design that allows an automatic cover to be integrated easily into vinyl-liner package pools. It is designed for easy installation by using a 48-by-48-inch encapsulated coping and wall cap corner to provide a 100 percent accurate fit. The APC 365 system uses a slide-on polybox housing that saves installers hours of time and keeps the housing's lid perfectly flush with the deck.
automaticpoolcovers.net | (800) 878-5789
Merlin Industries
Merlin's standard mesh Dura-Mesh II has the best combination of sunlight shading, abrasion resistance, tear strength and burst strength, the company says. In addition, the patented SmartMesh safety cover is the first and only mesh material to provide 100 percent shade from sunlight and offer 40 micron filtration of debris. TStainless-steel springs have been updated to include a patent-pending coined end that holds more weight, lasts longer and maintains structural integrity over time. These springs come standard with every safety cover order.
merlinindustries.com | (800) 289-1836
Rayner Covering Systems
Rayner offers free measuring and will install safety pool covers for a nominal charge. Rayner guarantees a perfect fit. The dealer simply bills the homeowner direct while Rayner takes all the responsibility for measurements, fabrication and fit.
raynercovering.com | (800) 648-0757
Water Tech Corp
Water Tech's Pool Blaster Skimmer Vac is a hydraulic, easy-to-use manual device that effortlessly removes debris from virtually any pool skimmer basket to keep hands safe from "untouchables." Everything from leaves, twigs, insects, rodents and other debris is instantly removed and sealed in a water tight compartment without ever having to remove the basket itself. There is never a need to touch or be exposed to the many health and environmental dangers that make their way into an otherwise clean and healthy pool.
watertechcorp.com | (800) 298-8800
