The Balbo CS6000B SLIDE Duplex Series, from Hydroquip, Inc., of Corona, Calif., an easy-access foot heater for spas, allows users to slide the heater from top to bottom. The unit comes with 1.375/5.5KW or 1.0/4.0KW 15-inch heater assembly and heater ON indicator light. Options include “Plus Ozone” built-in, versi-heat remote heater with 60-inch heater cord for more versatile installation and

Ultra Pro 2000 Chlorinated Rubber Pool Paint, from Ramuc Pool and Deck Paint, of Rockaway, N.J., designed for use in non-VOC restricted areas, is a competitively priced paint for commercial use where pool maintenance is scheduled annually. Compatible with chlorinated rubber-painted swimming pools, self-priming Ultra Pro 2000 is a useful choice for surface recoating. This two-coat system, which

JED Pool Tools, of Scranton, Penna., now offers the new and improved Thru-the-Wall skimmer and return. With a large skimmer basket; snap-in, removable weir; and quick-disconnect pipe connection, it keeps pools clean and free of leaves and debris. Thru-the-Wall, available in regular and wide-mouth sizes, is made of deluxe UV-protected ABS plastic for long-lasting performance. It is offered pre-packaged

ProTeam Metal Magic, from Haviland Enterprises, Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich., is a concentrated solution that removes suspended metal particles from pool water, eliminating stains caused by iron, copper, silver and manganese. ProTeam Metal Magic also helps remove and prevent calcium and scale buildup that can harm plumbing and equipment. It is compatible with all sanitizers and filtration types

A guide to products and services Pentair’s ‘BioShield’ UV system for commercial pools BioShield ® UV commercial systems, from Pentair Ltd., of Sanford, N. C., improve water and air quality while reducing chlorine usage by up to 50 percent. Lowered operational costs make this an affordable solution for aquatic facilities, hotels, motels, and apartment/condo (HMAC) pools. NSF-approved

Superior Pump, of Minneapolis, Minn., offers the 5580 gallon-per-hour ½ HP Main Drain Utility Pump, Model 91875, that will lift water up to 30 feet of vertical height. This pump, with 1-1/4-inch NPT top discharge and an included 1-1/2-inch adapter. features stainless steel construction, a stainless steel impeller and a continuous-duty thermally-protected split capacitor motor. The unit, which

A guide to products and services Solaxx offers ‘pH-TEK’ controllerandacidfeeder The pH-TEK Controller and Acid Feeder, from Solaxx, of Delray Beach, Fla., adjusts pH level automatically, allowing chlorine to more effectively kill bacteria for a safer pool environment. Pool surfaces and equipment are also protected, resulting in fewer repairs and extended service life. Pools with salt