The Biggest Pool Technology from Down Under

Ask a question hereFor this special Mondays Down Under episode, Lee, Shane, and Nick are finally together in the same room after two exhausting days walking the floor at SPLASH! 2026.The team shares the products, technology, conversations, and innovations that caught their attention, including smarter chlorinators, Bluetooth pressure monitoring, automatic backwashing, direct free-chlorine testing, advanced commercial sanitation systems, and robotic cleaners that are becoming increasingly independent.They also speak with representatives from Waterco, Davey, Fluidra, Brauer Swim, Maytronics, and other industry leaders about equipment designed to reduce maintenance, conserve water, improve chemical control, and give pool professionals better information before they arrive on-site.Beyond the equipment, the episode explores two important industry developments: a new guide addressing sanitization marketing claims and the draft revision of Australian Standard 3633, which has not been rewritten since 1989.And yes, after two days of demonstrations, masterclasses, interviews, networking, and enough walking to make a Fitbit file a workers’ compensation claim, everyone’s feet are completely destroyed.In This EpisodeThe sights, crowds, and atmosphere of SPLASH! 2026Waterco’s MultiCyclone dual-cartridge filtration systemHow centrifugal prefiltration can reduce cartridge cleaningThe Waterco OptiCell and direct free-chlorine measurementCommercial salt-chlorination and AOP systems from Brauer SwimFluidra’s Solo, ECHO, Halo Pro, and Halo Pure chlorinatorsSeasonal programming and centralized app controlBluetooth pressure gauges that monitor filter conditionAI-assisted heat-pump technologyThe Maytronics Dolphin EON robotic cleanerInternal robotic-filter backwashingManaging multiple cleaners through one technician-friendly appRobotic cleaners that dock, recharge, and empty themselvesAutomatic remote backwashing with the iWash systemA rollable, lockable insulated spa coverThe new sanitization marketing-claims guideWhy “freshwater,” “mineral,” and ionized-pool claims need clarityThe draft revision of Australian Standard 3633Why Australian and New Zealand pool professionals should provide feedbackLee’s chemistry, diagnostics, and customer-experience masterclassesThe WAVES event and helping more women find their voice in the industryWhy SPLASH belongs on every Australian pool professional’s calendarIf you attended SPLASH! 2026, tell us which product or presentation impressed you most. If you missed it, Lee, Shane, and Nick have done the walking, filming, questioning, and blister collection for you.Send questions, topic suggestions, or requests for future industry guests to [email protected]. The Pool Shop Coachan online store offering industry-specific business mentoring, coaching, and training programs Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: [email protected]