Automatic Pool Chemical Dosing: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover the advantages of automatic pool chemical dosing! Enjoy crystal-clear water effortlessly. Learn how the systems work, their types, and how to choose the right one for your pool. Save time and money while ensuring optimal water quality. HardBox offers expert advice and installation.

Automatic Pool Chemical Dosing: A Comprehensive Guide

Enjoy crystal-clear pool water without constant monitoring and manual chemical dosing. Discover the advantages of automatic dosing systems, how they work, and why you should choose them for your pool.

Introduction

Owning a pool is a joy and relaxation, but also a responsibility for maintaining water cleanliness and quality. Traditional, manual pool chemical dosing can be time-consuming, inconvenient, and often lead to fluctuations in water parameters. Fortunately, there is a solution: automatic pool chemical dosing. In this article, we will take a closer look at this solution, its advantages, and the various systems available.

Automatic pool chemical dosing system
An automatic pool chemical dosing system ensures consistent water quality.

Why Automate Pool Chemical Dosing?

Automating pool chemical dosing is an investment that offers many benefits. Here are the most important ones:

  • Consistent water quality: Automatic systems continuously monitor water parameters and dose the appropriate amounts of chemicals, maintaining stable pH, chlorine levels, and other key indicators.
  • Time savings: Eliminates the need for regular water testing and manual dosing of chemicals.
  • Chemical savings: Precise dosing prevents overdosing, resulting in lower chemical consumption.
  • Convenience: Enjoy clean water without the effort and stress associated with pool maintenance.
  • Safety: Automatic systems minimize the risk of contact with concentrated chemicals.

How Do Automatic Dosing Systems Work?

Automatic pool chemical dosing systems consist of several basic components:

  • Measuring probes: Measure pH, chlorine levels (free and total), alkalinity, and other water parameters.
  • Control unit (controller): Analyzes data from the probes and, based on this, calculates the required chemical doses.
  • Dosing pumps: Precisely dose the appropriate amounts of chemicals into the pool water.
  • Chemical tanks: Store a supply of chemicals such as chlorine, pH regulator, and algaecide.

Operating Process

  1. Measuring probes monitor the pool water parameters.
  2. Data from the probes is transmitted to the control unit.
  3. The control unit compares the measured values with the programmed target values.
  4. If the parameters deviate from the norm, the control unit activates the dosing pumps.
  5. The pumps dose the appropriate amount of chemicals to restore the water parameters to the optimal level.
  6. This process is repeated cyclically, ensuring consistent water quality.

Remember! Regular calibration of measuring probes is crucial for accurate measurements and proper system operation. Calibration is recommended at least once per season.

Types of Automatic Dosing Systems

Various types of automatic dosing systems are available on the market, differing in functionality, precision, and price. The most popular ones are:

  • pH and Redox systems: Basic systems that control pH and chlorine levels (Redox is the oxidation-reduction potential, indirectly indicating chlorine concentration). These are the most commonly chosen and most economical solutions.
  • Systems with free chlorine measurement: More advanced systems that directly measure the concentration of free chlorine, ensuring even greater dosing accuracy.
  • Multi-parameter systems: The most advanced systems that monitor many water parameters such as pH, free chlorine, alkalinity, temperature, and conductivity. They allow for comprehensive water quality management.

How to Choose the Right Dosing System?

Choosing the right system depends on several factors:

  • Pool size: Larger pools require higher-capacity systems.
  • Frequency of use: More frequently used pools require a more precise and advanced system.
  • Budget: Prices of automatic dosing systems range from several hundred to several thousand dollars.
  • Individual needs: If you want comprehensive water quality management, choose a multi-parameter system.

Before purchasing, it is worth consulting a specialist who will help you choose a system suitable for your needs and capabilities. HardBox offers advice on the selection and installation of automatic pool chemical dosing systems. Our container pools can be equipped with such a system right away!

Benefits and Costs of Automatic Dosing

Automatic pool chemical dosing is an investment that yields tangible benefits. In addition to saving time and chemicals, you also gain the assurance that the water in your pool is always clean and safe. However, costs should also be considered:

  • Initial costs: System purchase and installation.
  • Operating costs: Chemical consumption, electricity, probe calibration.
  • Service costs: Potential repairs and parts replacement.

Despite the costs, the benefits of automatic dosing usually outweigh the expenses, especially in the long run.

Summary

Automatic pool chemical dosing is a modern and convenient solution that allows you to enjoy crystal-clear pool water effortlessly. With precise dosing, you save time, chemicals, and care for the health of yourself and your loved ones. By choosing the right system and servicing it regularly, you can enjoy trouble-free pool use for many years.

Want to learn more about automatic pool chemical dosing? Contact us! With HardBox, your pool will always be ready for relaxation!

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Modular pool visualization

Pool Configuration Summary

Basin Layout:Ladder Entry
Deck Entrance:Integrated Side Steps
Pool Color:
Anthracite Grey
Deck board:Premium Collection - Dark Brown
Dimensions:6.00 × 2.44 m

Technical Specifications

External Dimensions
Length:6.00 mWidth:2.44 m
Height:1.50 m
Basin Dimensions
Length:4.80 mWidth:2.25 m
Depth:1.20 m
Additional Information
Approx. Pool Weight (Empty):3,300 kgWater Volume:12.96

Selected Add-ons

  • Electric Heater

Standard Equipment Included

  • PIR Thermal Insulation
  • Polypropylene Pool Basin
  • Composite Decking Surround
  • RGB LED Pool Lighting
  • Quartz Sand Filtration System
  • Surface Skimmer
  • Bottom Drain
  • Stainless Steel Internal Ladder
  • Automatic Pool Chemical Dosing (pH/Redox)

Currency

Select Pool Basin Color

Anthracite Grey
RAL 7016
Light Grey
RAL 7046
Moss Green
RAL 6005
Brown
RAL 8019
Light Ivory
RAL 1015
+ $630
Orange
RAL 2003
+ $630
Pink
RAL 4010
+ $630
RAL
Custom RAL
+ $630

Select Basin Color

Light Blue
RAL 5012
Light Green
RAL 6027
Traffic White
RAL 9016
Signal Grey
RAL 7004
+ $750

Select Pool Length (External)

Compact

Compact

6.00 m

Suitable for smaller gardens

Standard

Standard

9.00 m

Popular choice for families

+ $7,500
Premium

Premium

12.00 m

Maximum swimming and relaxation space

+ $13,750

Select Basin Layout

Ladder Entry

Ladder Entry

Internal ladder, maximizes swim space

Best for: Unobstructed swimming area

Classic Steps

Classic Steps

Three standard integrated steps

Best for: Simple, easy entry

+ $750
Steps with Bench

Steps with Bench

Integrated steps with a side bench

Best for: Relaxation and entry

+ $1,000
Full-Width Steps

Full-Width Steps

Steps spanning the entire pool width

Best for: Aesthetic appeal, social area

+ $1,230
Lounge Area with Steps

Lounge Area with Steps

Integrated shallow lounge area and steps

Best for: Relaxation focus, shallow zone

+ $2,130

Select Deck Entrance

Integrated Side Steps

Integrated Side Steps

Steps built into the pool decking

Deck Level Entry

Deck Level Entry

No extra steps (for specific installs)

- $250

Select Deck Board Style

Premium Collection

Classic wood-look composite decking

Dark Brown

Dark Brown

Graphite

Graphite

Light Brown

Light Brown

Gray

Gray

Prestige Collection

+ $750

Exotic wood patterns with enhanced textures

Alaskan Driftwood

Alaskan Driftwood

Arctic Birch

Arctic Birch

Brazilian Teak

Brazilian Teak

Carbonised Osage

Carbonised Osage

Hawaiian Walnut

Hawaiian Walnut

Himalayan Cedar

Himalayan Cedar

Island Mahogany

Island Mahogany

Natural Cedar

Natural Cedar

Composite Wall Panels

Wall panel placement diagram

Diagram shows possible panel arrangements

Short side panel
+ $800

Panel on pool's short wall

Left long side panel
+ $1,800

Panel on pool's left long wall

Right long side panel
+ $1,800

Panel on pool's right long wall

Select Optional Add-ons

Pool Cover System

Choose one cover type for heat retention and safety

None

None

No additional option selected

Thermal Cover with Roller

Thermal Cover with Roller

Floating cover to retain heat, includes roller

+ $550
Manual Panel Cover (PVC)

Manual Panel Cover (PVC)

Manually operated rigid PVC panel cover

+ $3,380
Automatic Panel Cover (PVC)

Automatic Panel Cover (PVC)

Remote-controlled rigid PVC panel cover

+ $6,000

Counter-Current System

Select a system for swimming in place

No counter-current system

No Counter-Current System

Standard configuration without swim jet

FITNESS – Phalen Jet Swim Motion Classic

FITNESS – Phalen Jet Swim Motion Classic

Counter-current system with flow up to 46 m³/h

+ $2,000
FITNESS PREMIUM – Phalen Jet Swim Athlete

FITNESS PREMIUM – Phalen Jet Swim Athlete

Advanced counter-current system with flow up to 68 m³/h

+ $3,500
PROGRESS – BADU Jet Turbo

PROGRESS – BADU Jet Turbo

Premium counter-current with flow up to 245 m³/h

+ $8,750
PROFESSIONAL – BADU Jet Turbo Pro

PROFESSIONAL – BADU Jet Turbo Pro

Most advanced counter-current with flow up to 350 m³/h

Requires 9m or 12m pool length

+ $12,250

Water Treatment System

Select primary water treatment method

Standard Chemical Dosing (pH/Redox)

Standard Chemical Dosing (pH/Redox)

Automatic monitoring and control of pH/Redox

Salt Electrolysis System Control

Salt Electrolysis System Control

Automatic chlorine generation via salt electrolysis

+ $2,250

Wi-Fi Control Module

Remote monitoring & control via WiFi

+ $380

Heating System

Choose the main pool heating system

Electric Heater

Electric Heater

Standard electric heater (9-18 kW depending on pool size)

Air Source Heat Pump

Air Source Heat Pump

Efficient heating for extended swim season

+ $2,000

Deck Safety Railings

Select railing style if needed (mutually exclusive)

Railing installation diagram

Diagram shows possible railing placement

None

None

No additional option selected

Stainless Steel Deck Railing

Modern stainless steel safety barrier

+ $1,150

Glass Panel Deck Railing

Safety glass barrier for unobstructed views

+ $1,750

Glass Wall Panels

Choose glass wall configuration (replaces standard wall sections)

Glass wall installation diagram

Glass wall placement options

No Glass Wall

Standard solid pool wall construction

Included

Glass wall 2 x 1 m

Made of acrylic glass

+ $3,250

Glass wall 3 x 1 m

Made of acrylic glass

+ $4,500

Covers & Safety

Options for covering the pool surface and deck area

Rigid Winter Safety Cover
+ $1,130

Durable cover for off-season pool protection

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