POOL & SPA PUMPS

Pumping Plant Room Products Providing powerful circulation for pools and spas both great and small, pumps are essential components found at the centre of every effective plant room. With the introduction of variable speed technology and many new models, the pump sector is one that has witnessed a lot of change in recent years. With plenty of choice out there, thankfully, choosing the right solution just became easier as we highlight some of the best models that are available this year By Jon Wadeson

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roviding powerful water circulation for pools and spas of various sizes, pumps are extremely important pieces of equipment that work away in the background of every domestic or commercial installation. Technological advances continue to be made with these rather unassuming (but vital) products to improve, amongst other things, energy-efficiency, running costs and construction materials. With a number of choices available from both established and new brands, this issue we take a look at some of the models that will be keeping water on the move this year.

ASTRALPOOL STRENGTHENS ITS REPUTATION AS PUMP PARTNER AstralPool has enhanced its line of pumps for residential swimming pools with its latest launches: Victoria Plus Silent (2017), Victoria Plus Silent VS (2020) and Verdon ES (coming soon in 2021). With these latest additions, the company offers pool and spa owners an increasingly wide range of hydraulic equipment that adapts to the needs of every user. Extensive knowledge of the category combined with end-to-end control of the product guarantees the delivery of reliable, rugged pumps, and makes AstralPool a trusted brand for professionals and who want The single speed Victoria Plus Silent from AstralPool excels with its outstanding performance and high level of industry recognition

the best for the heart of their pool. The company currently has three categories of pool pumps. The Victoria Plus Silent VS, the most comprehensive pump on the market, is a leader in the Variable Speed category. Combined with the filter, this extra-silent pump provides high-end filtration for crystalclear water. It can also be connected to other equipment, can be integrated into a pool automation system and even features remote control. It is a pump designed to satisfy the most demanding customers. In the Single Speed Comfort category, the Victoria Plus Silent excels with its outstanding performance and high level of industry recognition. This category includes pumps that require little maintenance and are easy to use. All pumps in this line are efficient and have a wide range of flow rates that make them perfect for any size of pool, large or small. Finally, in the Single Speed Compact category, the Sena model is particularly outstanding. The pumps in this category are suitable for small- and medium-sized pools, take up little space and offer excellent intermediate hydraulic power. All AstralPool pumps are manufactured in compliance with the industry’s quality standards, and the company invests the maximum effort in continuous improvement to guarantee the highest quality.

THE NORSUP EVO+ VSTD – A VARIABLE SPEED EXCLUSIVE FROM BOSTA Variable speed pumps have been available for many years but significant improvements have been made to the efficiency, controls and noise levels of these pumps. The Norsup Evo+ VSTD pump from Bosta UK is at the forefront of these variable speed pumps. First and foremost Bosta are proud of the efficiency and noise levels of this pump. The electro-magnetic motor is extremely efficient as the suspended magnet prevents

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Bosta are proud of the efficiency and noise levels of their Norsup Evo+ VSTD pump

wasted energy through friction. This is also the reason the pump is one of the quietest running pumps in its class. Having a fully variable, controllable speed drive, it is also capable of drastically reducing power consumption through the pool season. So much so that these pumps can pay for themselves within 1-2 seasons depending on running time. The control of the pump also sets the Norsup pump apart from the rest as it is proven to be intuitive and very easy to control. With up to 5 speed changes available per 24 hours, a skimmer function to improve daily pool filtration and the capability to connect to control devices, the Evo+ VSTD is ideal for installers and end users. Bosta’s Norsup brand stands for reliability and longevity, therefore every Norsup pump has an unrivalled warranty and plus the company provide outstanding levels of backup service to give purchasers of Norsup products total peace of mind.

SAVE TIME AND HASSLE WITH PUMPS SOLUTIONS FROM GOLDEN COAST If a swimming pool pump breaks, installers typically end up buying the same pump again for efficiency, or buying a different pump leading to expensive replumbing work. The alternative solution? The Speck BADU EasyFit pump. Available exclusively from

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