Variable speed pumps are the
newest energy saving feature
available on the market
today. Up until 2008, most
pumps on your average pool
were single speed (high
speed). Pool owners
recognized this was a
tremendous waste of energy,
sometimes costing more money
to run than the average home
air conditioner.
Finally, the market is
responding by bringing us
Variable Speed motors and
Multi Speed motors, both of
which has helped reduce the
carbon footprint of the
average neighbourhood pool.
The basic models can be
programmed manually to
change speeds at different
times per day. The more
advanced models integrate
with an automation system
(pictured right) where they
take their cues from the
demand from the heating,
water feature and
sanitization systems.In addition, getting rid of the bottom drain is a blessing in disguise. Bottom drains are notorious for entrapment issues and pool deaths. One less thing for you to worry about in your new pool.