In hotels, beach resorts and commercial recreational centres situated for example in Diani, Naivasha and Mombasa, pools are a major feature which attracts guests and at the same time contributes to income. Yet the planning of a commercial swimming pool involves operational difficulties that are different from those met in residential projects. Commercial establishments have to deal with large numbers of bathers each day, adhere to rigorous safety regulations and keep the water exceptionally clear at all times without at the same time increasing their operating costs.
High-Capacity Hydraulic Engineering
The main difference between a residential pool and one that is part of a commercial resort is in the turnover rates, that is, the length of time needed for the filtration system to deal with all the pool water. In the case of commercial installations, the water must be completely turned over every 4 to 6 hours; in order to achieve this it is necessary to use high-flow commercial pumps, oversized sand filters, and PVC pipe manifolds of the correct size (Class E or Schedule 80) so as to prevent bottlenecks caused by dynamic head pressure.
Automated Sanitation Systems
Depending on the use of manual chemical dosing in the pool of a busy hotel, the water quality becomes inconsistent, too much chemical is consumed, and guests may suffer skin or eye irritation. Nowadays, resort pools make use of automated sanitation systems:
- Commercial-grade salt cells automatically produce chlorine on site, resulting in soft and clear water with no chemical smell.
In the plant room, secondary ultraviolet (UV) sterilisers instantly destroy chloramines and other resilient pathogens such as Cryptosporidium upon making contact.
Safety and Accessibility Features
Guest safety must be a top priority in commercial designs. The main features are:
The edges and deck surfaces have a non-slip finish and are made from natural Kenyan sandstone or flamed granite.
The slopes feature zero-entry (beach entry) design and have shallow splash zones for use by families and children.
Install submerged, multi-zone LED lighting to ensure clear visibility when swimming at night and during events.
Why Aqua Pools Is the Premier Choice for Commercial Projects
For any hospitality operators who want flawless execution, Aqua Pools is the leading commercial pool contractor in Kenya. The company has considerable expertise in the design of high-volume filtration plants, automated chemical management systems, and attractive infinity-edge layouts which increase property value and guest satisfaction. Aqua Pools concentrates on choosing energy-efficient pumps and on designing the hydraulic system to be low in maintenance, thus ensuring that its commercial aquatic facilities operate smoothly and with little downtime.