An easy swap
The Universal ColorLogic® pool/spa light from Hayward Pool Products Canada Inc., in Oakville, Ont., comprises high impact plastic and its low-profile design, which does not require grounding or bonding, allows it to be easily inserted into existing niches of most makes and models.
“We provide a ‘Notice to the Electrical Inspector’ pamphlet in each carton explaining how the light meets all Canadian electrical codes,” says the company’s senior district sales manager, David Aitken. “Further, for new concrete pool installations, this shallow-wall-niche design saves builders considerable time and materials (i.e. labour, steel and concrete), as a light cage does not need to be formed.
“Additionally, the design allows it to be installed 102-mm (4-in.) below water level, giving concrete pool builders more flexibility for creative design in spas, beach-entry and shallow-water pool applications.”
Hayward also offers a ‘networked’ version of the Universal ColorLogic lamp, which permits user-enabled choreographing of colour light shows when connected to the company’s Pro Logic® automation system. By automating the lamp, homeowners can create their own palette of colours, with direction of motion, and even set the speed of motion or colour change.
“This feature is ideal when utilized with multiple lamps as each has its own ‘address’ and can be directed to achieve an individual effect,” adds Aitken.
When it comes to replacement, Consolidated Pool & Spa Industries has also designed its LED bulbs with the end consumer in mind.
“Every customer who has purchased an Aqua/Lamp pool light system now has the option of simply replacing their older bulb with either our RainbowRays colour changing LED or Aqua/Lamp® White LED bulbs,” explains Sorokin.
Bright and efficient
After successfully making its IntelliBrite® LED lamp brighter through the innovative use of lens and reflector technology, pool/spa lights from Pentair Water Pool and Spa in Sanford, N.C., are not only capable of maximizing the amount of light that remains in the pool, but also directing where the light goes.
“Today, because we have achieved our goal of providing the brightest possible pool lights, our focus is now on creating the most energy efficient lights,” says David MacCallum, the company’s product manager, lights, automation. “For example, our IntelliBrite ‘5g Color LED’ pool lights consume a maximum of 45 watts and we are currently working on an updated model that will consume only 30 watts; however, it will be brighter than the 45-watt version.”
In terms of operation, rather than concentrating solely on choreographed light shows, Pentair has also put emphasis on providing homeowners, who also use the company’s automation controls, the ability to colour co-ordinate their nighttime poolscape.
“While some products use the ability to provide different light shows and multiple colours, we have found the customer’s needs are easily met by simply providing a dozen or so options,” says MacCallum. “Homeowners will usually settle on one or two of their favourites and keep them on that colour or mode all year.”
