Have you ever felt a shock while on your pool deck or while you are swimming? Have you ever considered getting shocked in your pool a possibility, outside of swimming during a thunderstorm? If so, the likely cause is stray voltage, and it is usually related to pools constructed without proper grounding. The practice of […]
CMI News & Industry Info CMI Safety Electrical Product InfoBefore we talk about equipotential bonding requirements for a swimming pool, we should first talk about what equipotential bonding is and how it plays a role in you or your clients’ safety. Equipotential bonding creates what is known as “equal voltage.” If you have ever experienced a shock while on your pool deck, then you […]
CMI News & Industry Info CMI Safety ElectricalIf you have been called to build or expand a swimming pool, your clients might be looking to add such popular accessories as a diving board or slide. If you are a customer, you may have watched your original pool being built and witnessed all the complexities involved. Maybe you’re thinking of adding a diving […]
CMI News & Industry Info CMI Safety ElectricalA swimming pool can provide year-round fun and relaxation; however, it can also be quite expensive to heat and maintain, often diminishing many of the benefits of having a pool or spa. Expense is one of the top reasons people switch to solar pool heating. While it is an initial investment, once the solar panels […]
CMI News & Industry Info Plumbing & Hydro Product InfoHave you ever looked on a roof of a building or home and seen solar panels and then wondered how they work? Are they just there as a source of heat to make water hot, or do they somehow convert the rays of the sun into energy? With increased awareness of the problems of many […]
CMI News & Industry Info Plumbing & Hydro Product InfoWhat is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about a spa tub? Chances are it is not the lights or what kind of sterilizing agent is used. As soon as you enter the tub we all do the same thing – turn on the jets. We know that as soon as […]
CMI News & Industry Info Plumbing & Hydro Product InfoAs a pool owner, you want to find the most cost-effective and energy-efficient heater out there. There are three types of pool heaters available, each with its own pros and cons. Here’s how they compare. Gas Pool Heater Gas heaters burn either natural gas or propane using a combustion chamber containing copper coils. Water is […]
CMI News & Industry Info Plumbing & Hydro Product InfoThe new solar energy mandate taking effect January 1 could make life for new homebuyers in California a little more challenging. Newly constructed single-family homes and multi-family homes three stories or less will be
CMI News & Industry InfoProper grounding and bonding around a swimming pool are critical because water conducts electricity. There are five common grounding and bonding mistakes professionals commonly make when constructing a pool. Here’s how to avoid them. The first error is a basic principle but bears repeating: not knowing the difference between grounding and bonding wires. As a […]
CMI News & Industry Info CMI Safety ElectricalMany people today are turning to solar power as an alternative source of energy. The typical electrical energy that is most commonly used in homes are expensive, non-renewable, and cause pollution. Utilizing the natural energy source of the sun eliminates these issues and is why many people are turning to solar power. One misconception about […]
CMI News & Industry Info Plumbing & Hydro Product InfoStray voltage mitigation is the very necessary process of ensuring stray voltage doesn’t enter the pool system and possibly electrocute someone. It achieves this in several ways, but the most important step is making sure the pool is properly grounded during the construction phase. Stray voltage itself occurs not while you’re in the water, but […]
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