A large facility in Texas started using SeaKlear® PRS® in 2007 as part of a closely monitored field study. During the study, the pool was initially dosed with SeaKlear PRS Stage 1 and SeaKlear PRS Stage 2 on a daily basis for a two-week period, and then once per week for six months. Data collected from this study showed a particle shift from smaller to larger particles during the initial daily treatment. The shift became more dramatic with long-term use. This shift in particle size demonstrates the capabilities of SeaKlear PRS to floc small, submicron-sized particles into larger clumps that can then be removed by the filter.
Not only did the scientific findings support the product’s claims of enhanced filtration, but the facility also noticed the difference. Prior to using SeaKlear PRS, the facility had been using chlorine and filtration. The facility management team was interested in adding SeaKlear PRS to enhance the filtration of Crypto and other recreational water illnesses (RWIs). SeaKlear PRS was appealing because, unlike other options, it uses the filter to naturally remove contaminants from the pool instead of circulating them back in.
The facility continued to use SeaKlear PRS to trap Crypto, E. coli and Giardia but noted improved water quality as an added benefit. Since starting the treatment, the facility and his patrons have noticed a difference in water clarity. The facility quickly did the math on adding SeaKlear PRS to its weekly maintenance. Factoring in the added drop in clarifier cost, the facility could not afford not to use SeaKlear PRS. Patrons commented on the cleanliness of the pool and its appearance.
Although improved water clarity is important to any public pool facility, the facility’s primary concern is always the health and safety of its swimmers.