Abacus Construction Index: USA
Swimming Pool Covers
ABOUT SWIMMING POOL COVERS & ENCLOSURES
Swimming pool covers provide several functions. They can act as a safety device, preventing children and pets from falling into the pool and drowning. They keep dirt and debris out of the pool, particularly in winter. They also reduce evaporation, retain heat, and can provide solar gain.
Swimming pool covers are available in various colors, including black, dark blue, and dark green. Materials include vinyl and polypropylene mesh.
The leading swimming pool cover manufacturers, described below the panel of sponsored links, have comprehensive websites, with information on all aspects of pool covers, including online catalogs, colors and materials for pool covers, and care and maintenance of pool covers.
As an alternative to a simple swimming pool cover, swimming pool enclosures are available. These are usually made from glazed metal frames, and may slide back to provide open air swimming in good weather.
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LEADING USA SWIMMING POOL COVER & ENCLOSURE MANUFACTURERS
Garrett Liners: Pool Covers. Garrett Liners, based in Fallsington, Pennsylvania, claims to be the longest established vinyl swimming pool liner manufacturer in the world. It was founded in 1964 by Bill and Winnie Garett. They are the parents of present owner Ken Garrett, who has managed the firm since 1975. In addition to pool liners, Garrett is a leading manufacturer of pool covers. Garrett Pool Covers are available in three fabrics: Royal Blue & Forest Green Vinyl; Royal Blue, Forest Green, and Black Polypropylene Mesh; and Black Ultra Mesh Industrial Strength Micro Mesh.
Aquamatic: Pool Covers. Aquamatic is a leading manufacturer of automatic swimming pool cover systems. It offers two product ranges: Hyramatic Automatic Safety Cover, and EZCover Manual Pool Cover. The Hydramatic cover is offered in 11 colors, with a choice of 6 colors for the composite polymer lids and benches. The pool cover drive mechanism is fully submersible. No electrics are brought near the pool, for greater safety. All pool cover electric power and switches are remote. The cover is moved by hydraulic power, with movement stopping gently if an obstruction is encountered.
Cover Pools: Pool Covers. Cover Pools, of Salt Lake City, Utah, is a leading manufacturer of automatic swimming pool covers. The Cover Pools System is an all-in-one approach, providing a safety cover, a solar cover, and a winter cover all in one unit. The cover acts as a 'horizontal fence' preventing access by children, pets and the uninvited. It keeps in heat, water and chemicals, and keeps out dirt and debris. The covers can be fitted to new pools, or can be retro-fitted to existing pools using deck-mounted track. Because each cover is custom made, any shape of pool can be covered.
Libart: Swimming Pool Enclosures. Libart, based in Addison, Texas, is a leading supplier of swimming pool enclosures. Its product range is in four main sections: Freestanding Retractable Enclosures, Lean-to & Attached Retractable Enclosures, Spa & Smaller Pool Retractable Enclosures, and Retractable Roof Systems. All are constructed from extruded aluminum frames, with glazing. The Libart website contains video clips showing how the retractable enclosures can be opened and closed by a single person in minutes.
USEFUL LINKS RELEVANT TO SWIMMING POOL COVERS
Association of Pool & Spa Professionals
Florida Swimming Pool Association
CONSTRUCTION PRODUCT DIRECTORIES
We recommend the following professional construction directories, which include standard specifications, manufacturers' specs, and CAD details: 4Specs at www.4specs.com, Arcat at www.arcat.com, Arcom at www.arcomnet.com, Reed at www.reedfirstsource.com, Sweets at www.sweets.construction.com.
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Other recommended portals: Archbone, Building Design, Homeone Australia, Lighting Directory, Sapling, Stone Network.
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