WATER QUALITY IN SWIMMING POOLS AND OTHER ARTIFICIAL BASINS.
Taking the time to do things right
There are many water treatment strategies:
Liquid chlorine, tablets, salt, automation in ppm or ORP. The wrong choice can lead to new problems.
You can count on our expertise to advise you appropriately.
Regulations
Q-2, r. 39 in brief
Regulation Q-2, r. 39, establishes standards to ensure the microbiological and physicochemical quality of water in swimming pools and artificial ponds accessible to the public. It applies to public and private facilities, such as those of municipalities, educational institutions, sports centers, and water parks. The regulation excludes residential pools for single family use and certain specialized pools.
Quebec regulations website
Physicochemical analysis
The balance of physicochemical parameters allows you to extend the lifespan of your equipment and better counter the presence of bacteria in your pools.
These analyses are done on site and the results are instantaneous.
The frequency and standards to be respected are governed by regulation Q-2, r. 39.
The parameters are:
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Free chlorine: between 0.8 and 2.0 mg/L
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Total chlorine
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Chloramines: < 0.5
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pH: 7.2 and 7.8
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Alkalinity: between 60 mg/l and 150 mg/l
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Hardness: between 150 mg/l and 400 mg/l
There are various test kits available on the market.
Contact us for more information.
Microbiological Analysis
Microbiological testing monitors potential bacteria in bathing water. It's very reassuring to receive consistent results.
These analyses are carried out in the laboratory and the results arrive between 2 and 3 days.
The frequency and standards to be respected are governed by regulation Q-2, r. 39.
The parameters are:
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Fecal coliforms
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E. coli
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa
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Staphylococcus aureus
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Turbidity
Our commitment to the health and safety of your users remains a priority, with rigorous analyses and reliable results.
If you receive a notice of non-compliance, we are here to help!
LIMPIDITY
In the context of swimming pools, clarity refers to the clarity and transparency of the water. Clear water is free of suspended particles, impurities, and visible contaminants, allowing a clear view of the pool floor. This is essential not only for aesthetic reasons, but also for safety and health reasons.
To maintain clear water in a swimming pool, it is important to:
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Filter the water regularly to remove suspended particles.
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Use appropriate chemicals, such as chlorine, to disinfect the water.
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Perform frequent water quality tests to ensure pH and disinfectant levels are correct
WHY RENEW WATER
Water changes in swimming pools and spas are essential to maintain clean and healthy water.
Over time, water can accumulate minerals from chemicals, reducing its disinfection power.
By regularly renewing the water, we ensure a better chemical balance and prevent the proliferation of bacteria.
Therefore, regular water renewals are a key step in ensuring water quality in decorative waters.
The frequency varies depending on the type of pool and its use.
LANGELIER INDEX
The Langelier index is an essential tool for measuring the chemical balance of water in swimming pools and spas.
It helps determine whether water is corrosive, balanced or precipitating based on its pH, temperature, hardness and alkalinity.
A well-balanced Langelier index ensures healthy water, preventing problems such as skin and eye irritation or equipment corrosion.
Keeping this index within the ideal range ensures a pleasant swimming experience and simplified maintenance of the pool or spa.
CHOOSE HEALTHY WATER RATHER THAN SALTY WATER
In recent years, salt chlorination systems have gained popularity. However, the monitoring history of this type of chlorination reveals significant instability in important chemical parameters such as chlorine and pH.
The observed collateral damage has led us to slow down the sale of these devices:
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Premature wear of drainage systems.
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Premature wear of the dehumidification unit.
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Misunderstanding of technology.
There are many benefits to healthy, unsalted water.
Contact us for more information
ANALYSIS ACCURACY
Precision must not only be present in the analysis, but also in our interpretations and interventions.
According to Q-2, r. 39, it is mandatory to maintain a register that stores the results of our water analyses.
Once the register is fully completed, targeting the right intervention based on the type of chlorination can be quite complex.
The type of product, quantity and method of addition are also details to acquire.
We offer several training programs. Contact us for more information.
Need a registry?
Registry link
OA TECHNOLOGY 2.0
OA technology 2.0 is a concept developed within our company, which brings together products that have proven their effectiveness and durability over time.
The presentation and use of the concept is designed to facilitate complex water treatment processes and limit handling errors.
When the system is commissioned, we monitor the controller's response to the water's composition and program the ideal settings for your pool. When we achieve chlorine and pH stability within the recommended standards, we are ready to hand over the OA technology to you through training.
The training will lead you to change your habits relating to pool maintenance, to adapt your handling to the use of OA technology 2.0, to recognize probable deficiencies and finally, will give you the tools to react appropriately.
The success of OA technology 2.0 depends largely on compliance with procedures and rigorous monitoring of your teams.
Stay tuned for the release of OA technology 5.1
