Starting in the 2010 season we will be utilizing an in-line mineral system to help maintain better water balance, provide more eco-friendly environments, and promote healthier swimming pool water for our customers with pools on our ongoing maintenance programs for pool service in Dallas, Tx and surrounding areas.
Our Mineral Unit of Choice: After researching the different alternatives we have selected to utilize the PoolRX mineral unit for our Pool Service customers in the Dallas, TX area. We have chosen to do this because PoolRX has helped pioneer the introduction of the mineral unit product to aquatic maintenance professionals in a variety of leading edge pools around the world including the Olympic Training Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Here is a marketing video from PoolRX. They make the point several times in the video that they believe their product saves on chemical costs. While it is likely there may be some cost savings our primary reason for utilizing this product is to employ best practices in maintenance and to be proactive in preventing algae and bacteria buildup.
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How does it work?
A small in-line unit containing a metal rod with minerals inside it is placed inside a pump strainer basket or skimmer basket. This introduces the minerals to the swimming pool circulatory system. Once introduced to the water in a swimming pools circulatory equipment, the minerals dissolve out of the unit and circulate through the swimming pool, eliminating viruses and breaking down both algae and bacteria.
The sanitation process causes the ions to lose charge as they clean the water. However, the unit in the pump or skimmer basket will be able to rejuvenate or reactivate the minerals. Once recharged, the minerals become active again and return to the pool. The mineral combination will form a stable natural mineral content in the water, which kills algae and bacteria and viruses while also being completely safe for humans.
What are the Benefits of a Mineral Unit?
1.) Less “Harsh Chemical” Usage – Algae treatments via shock, yellow out, algaecides, sodium bromide etc while effective at killing algae will make the water feel more “harsh” or “itchy”. Utilizing an in-line mineral unit will reduce the harsh effects from these treatments.
2.) Natural Scale Removal and Prevention Assistance – One of the minerals used is zinc. Zinc is a natural “de-scaler” which means it will help prevent and remove calcium buildup or precipitation onto swimming pool surfaces.
3.) Extends the Life of a Salt Cell - With the introduction of a mineral pack a salt system doesn’t have to work as hard. A mineral unit will typically extend the life of a salt cell several years saving customers $100-$200 per year.
4.) Healthier Water for Swimming - The minerals are a natural way to provide for smoother, less harsh water that is also pro-active at killing algae and bacteria.
