Ever wondered if there’s a way to enhance pool water quality while saving on chemical costs? Chelsea Piers Aquatic Club in Connecticut has cracked the code.
For today’s aquatic facility directors and pool operators, finding effective supplemental or secondary pool sanitation that benefits swimmers, staff and the bottom line is crucial. Discover how Chelsea Piers dramatically improved their operations by switching from a UV pool system to a Clear Comfort AOP pool system. See how these insights can help you optimize your own aquatic facility operations.
The Challenge: Chlorine Spikes With UV
Chelsea Piers faced challenges with their previous UV pool system for secondary sanitation. The aquatic club’s high bather load caused fluctuations in chlorine levels, making it difficult to maintain consistent water quality. Frequent rises and falls in chlorine levels were required to keep up with the demands, leading to increased chemical use and higher maintenance costs. The need for a more stable and cost-effective solution was clear.
The Solution: Hydroxyl-Based AOP
The Chelsea Piers aquatic club switched to Clear Comfort’s patented Hydroxyl-Based AOP pool system for supplemental and secondary sanitation. As a supplemental and secondary sanitizer, the AOP pool system lightens the chlorine “workload,” reducing the need for extra chlorine. Health codes require a baseline amount of chlorine for primary sanitation in aquatic facilities.
While UV pool systems have been a staple in aquatics since the 1980s, Hydroxyl-Based AOP pool systems offer a modern alternative. Unlike UV, ozone or ozone + UV AOP, Clear Comfort’s Hydroxyl-Based AOP pool sanitation offers superior efficiency and effectiveness. This innovative approach enhances water quality while reducing chemical use, setting a new standard in pool sanitation.
The Chelsea Piers team opted to upgrade their secondary sanitation from UV to Hydroxyl-Based AOP, intrigued by its potential. Carissa noted that the Clear Comfort AOP pool system was installed smoothly in just a couple of hours, with all systems up and running seamlessly within a day. After monitoring the results, the Chelsea Piers team saw impressive improvements.
The Results: Better Water & Air, Less Chlorine
The impact of the Clear Comfort AOP pool system was immediate and substantial. Chelsea Piers saw significant improvements in both water and air quality. The stable chlorine levels meant less chemical fluctuation, which led to considerable savings on chlorine. For example, their Olympic-sized pool, which previously required buckets of chlorine every couple of days, now only needs one bucket every 2 to 3 days.
Encouraged by these results, Chelsea Piers added another Clear Comfort AOP pool system to its teaching pool. Additionally, Carissa said funding is secured to add another Clear Comfort AOP waterpark system on the indoor waterpark, further elevating the aquatic facility’s swimmer experience.
Here’s a snapshot of the results:
- Stable Chlorine Levels: No more frequent adjustments; a consistent baseline meets health code requirements.
- Significant Chemical Savings: Reduced chlorine usage, from buckets every few days to one bucket every 2 to 3 days.
- Enhanced Water and Air Quality: Noticeable improvements in both, benefiting swimmers and facility conditions.
- Expansion Plans: Successful implementation in the Olympic pool led to AOP installation in the teaching pool and future plans for the indoor waterpark.
From UV to AOP: A Success Story
Chelsea Piers’ switch to Clear Comfort’s Hydroxyl-Based AOP system has revolutionized their pool maintenance approach. The system has enhanced water and air quality, stabilized chlorine levels, and reduced chemical costs, proving to be a valuable upgrade. If you’re seeking a solution to optimize your aquatic facility’s operations, Clear Comfort AOP pool treatment offers a proven path to improved performance and cost efficiency.
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