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“it’s possible to have
a pool that is energy
efficient and cost effective”
These days we’re all looking for ways to save money and reduce our carbon footprint. Unfortunately, operating a pool has
traditionally been a drain on both. But now it’s possible to have a pool that is energy efficient and cost effective while still
experiencing superior luxury and convenience.
You Get What You Pay For
When it comes to a swimming pool, the old addage of “you get what you pay for” still applies. True quality and lasting
value will cost you a little more up front, but the savings will come in monthly operating costs, fewer repairs, and a longer
product life. So when building your pool, the best way to ensure efficiency and long term value is by choosing quality from
the start.
Choose Components That Offer Multiple Benefits
When building your pool, choose components carefully. By opting for systems that achieve multiple benefits, you can
experience greater efficiency and luxury with fewer components. While there are many considerations that go into
building a quality project that both energy-efficient and easy to maintain, recent advancements in technology have made
it possible to do both. One of the best examples of this is the use of a variable speed pump in conjunction with an A&A
in-floor cleaning and circulation system. These two components work together to offer the perfect combination of energy
efficiency, extended pool life for long term value, immediate savings on monthly operating costs, and the ultimate luxury
pool experience.
Pentair Intelliflo®
Variable Speed Pump
Variable Speed Pumps
As the driving force behind your pool’s circulation system, the pool pump is critical in maintaining a clean and balanced
pool. Badly circulated water throws off your water chemistry, which promotes algae growth and other unpleasant
specimens that can quickly take over. When the pool pump is running, water is circulated through the filtration system,
removing debris, and returning filtered, clean water into the pool.
Traditional single-speed pumps only have one speed. When turned on, the pump runs at full speed whether your pool
needs it to or not. This is the biggest energy drain in your pool’s system, and is largely responsible for those shocking
electricity bills during the summer months.
Variable speed pumps are adjustable, so your pump speed be matched to your pool’s immediate needs. This allows for
efficient movement of water through the circulation system and reduced energy requirements. The energy savings of
variable speed pumps are so significant that many states are requiring them for new pool construction. There are a variety
of variable speed pumps currently on the market, many offering similar technology and some claiming to deliver up to 90%
energy savings!
Variable speed pumps can also eliminate the need for a second pump. For example, when adding a water feature or
running the spa, more pressure is needed. Traditionally two pumps would be used, or a larger than necessary pump
would be installed, but with a variable speed pump, speeds can be adjusted to accommodate the water features or spa
when they are running, putting less strain on the system and consuming up less energy.)
A&A In-Floor System
In-Floor Cleaning &
Circulation System
The A&A in-floor cleaning & circulation system takes pool automation to a new level. Using cutting edge Venturi
technology, the in-floor system hydraulically sweeps your pool floor while circulating the water from the bottom up,
delivering sanitized, warm water to every area of your pool.
While the automated cleaning and circulation benefits are amazing (no more vacuuming and scrubbing), the A&A in-floor
system has been specially engineered to offer a host of energy and cost saving features as well. By utilizing the power
of Venturi technology (the same technology used in aeronautical engineering) the A&A system works with your variable
speed pump to create 90% more flow throughout your pool, 33% more reach with cleaning heads, and 23% more power
all while actually generating free energy. This translates into a total energy savings of 50%, and you still receive superior
performance.
Conventional System
only circulates water at the surface
A&A Circulation System
efficiently re-circulates sanitized, heated water evenly
throughout the pool floor
Benefits of the In-Floor Cleaning System
1. Requires Fewer Chemicals
The value of the A&A system doesn’t end there. With such improved circulation (water distribution), your pool will require
fewer chemicals to maintain a healthy swim environment. It’s estimated that you’ll save up to 70% on chemical expenses.
Plus, with fewer chemicals, the water will be gentler on your skin, easier on your pool equipment and lighter on the
environment.
2. Increases Hydraulic Efficiency
The A&A in-floor system utilizes Venturi technology to perform more work with less energy. This means that your pump
will move water more efficiently through the circulation system, reducing wear and tear on all system components and
increasing the efficiency of your filter. The end result is a system that lasts longer and reduces maintenance, ultimately
making your pool easier to use and easier own!
3. Extends Life of Equipment
Several of the A&A system components have been designed to extend the life of your pool equipment. From the
QuikDekClor, which distributes diluted chlorination to your pool to eliminate the risk of equipment corrosion, to the
QuikSkim and LeafVac that work together for improved filtration and debris removal with less strain on the pump - the A&A
system delivers improved performance with decreased demand on your pool equipment.
A&A AVSC Drain
4. Improves Safety
LeafVac
QuikSkim
QuikDekClor
Finally, the A&A system offers a variety of safety features to create a safer swimming environment for you and your family.
The A&A AVSC Drain has been recognized as the safest design on the market. This fully VGB compliant drain has been
engineered to offer cost and energy savings while offering superior debris removal and a low profile design that fits flush
with the pool floor. But most importantly, the drain goes beyond VGB standards to offer a second layer of protection for
swimmers with its Safety Baffle design. This feature prevents the swimmer from coming in contact with the suction inlet
even if the cover is broken or missing (the main cause of most swimmer entrapment incidents).
“cut energy
consumption and extend
the life of your pool”
Your Pool’s Environmental Cost
There’s no getting away from the fact that a residential swimming pool comes with a certain level of financial and
environmental costs. But the real cost of a swimming is not the money you’ll spend when purchasing the pool, it’s the
money you’ll spend to own and maintain the pool. By choosing to invest in the right systems up front, like the variable
speed pump and in-floor cleaning & circulation system, you can cut energy consumption and extend the life of your pool,
reducing its impact on the environment and saving you money.