Monthly Archives: December 2009

How can I save money with pool equipment?

Posted on December 11, 2009 by nickchaffee

Are you going to feed a bandit? How much water can be drawn in and pushed out efficiently has several variables. Pumping horsepower, impeller design, piping sizes and piping distances, fittings, equipment, elevations +/- together with the level of filtration … Continue reading →

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What role does the pumping system play?

Posted on December 11, 2009 by nickchaffee

What role does the pumping system play? The sizing of a swimming pool pump (1 hp., 11/2 hp, 2 hp, 2-speed, varible speed and so on) should have a corresponding relationship with the skimmers, main drains, return lines, equipment selection and … Continue reading →

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How does more cost less?

Posted on December 11, 2009 by nickchaffee

How does more cost less? In calculating the requirements for a swimming pool’s pumping system several elements must be considered. The quantities of these “inlet” devices in combination with piping distances and piping sizes all have a restrictive value on … Continue reading →

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