ASTM F2387-21: Safety Vacuum Release Systems (SVRS)
In Algarroba, Chile, the San Alfonso del Mar resort is home to the world’s largest swimming pool, which has an area of 19.77 acres, holds […]
Recreational Water
NSF/ANSI 50-2021: Equipment and Chemicals for Swimming Pools
Pools are as synonymous with summer as the beach, barbecues, vacation, and the hot sun. NSF/ANSI/CAN 50-2021, both an American National Standard and a National […]
ANSI/ASHRAE 146-2020: Testing and Rating Pool Heaters
ANSI/ASHRAE 146-2020: Methods Of Testing And Rating Pool Heaters has been revised. The Standard for Pool Water Heaters Swimming in water warmed to one’s comfort […]
Cryptosporidium: Why Clean Water is So Important
Adequate water treatment is the cornerstone of modern public health, but few take a moment to ask why. Well, it’s pretty obvious—water is the elixir […]
NSF/ANSI 50-2016a: Equipment for Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs and Other Recreational Water Facilities
***Update: This standard has been revised. NSF/ANSI/CAN 50-2019: Equipment for Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs and Other Recreational Water Facilities is now available on the ANSI […]
Residential Aboveground Portable Pools Standard, ASTM F2666
As summer heat arrives, people turn to pools to cool off. Building a pool in a residential area can be a harrowing process where prospective […]
NSF/ANSI 53-2016 – Drinking Water Treatment Units – Health Effects
***Update: This standard has been revised. The current edition is NSF/ANSI 53-2017: Drinking Water Treatment Units -Health Effects. You can read more about its changes in […]
Water Quality in Public Pools and Spas
July often proves to be an incredibly hot month. One of the best ways to combat the discomfort that comes from the heat is by […]
ANSI AGMA 6032 Standard for Marine Gear Units: Rating
Update: The new standard is ANSI/AGMA 6032-B13 Standard for Marine Gear Units: Rating and Application for Spur and Helical Gear Teeth. Members of the AGMA […]