Record of deaths and injuries caused by defective aquatic equipment
Swimming is an important skill and a healthy activity for adults and children alike. Swimming pools and spas are a tremendous source of enjoyment and fun -but it is not without its hazards. Read More…
The silent killer in holiday pools
British holiday makers need to be alert to the dangers that could lie in overseas swimming pools not built to British safety standards, a leading UK swimming pool supplier has warned. Read More…
How Many Pools in Spain Have Just A Single Outlet?
Circulation entrapment is a term used when a swimmer is trapped by suction generated by water rushing out of the drain of a pool, hot tub or spa. These injuries happen when a swimmer gets hair or a limb stuck on an underwater outlet. Read More…
Call for Independent Inspection After Three Family Members Die in Spanish Hotel Pool
It’s a tragedy that three members of the Diya family died in the same pool incident, and it’s also a travesty that the family has not been given access to the pool for an independent inspection. While entrapment cannot, at this time, be officially confirmed, all the signs point to drain entrapment and the only way to discover the cause of the deaths is an independent inspection by a recognised UK expert. Read More…
Celebrations for Quarter Century of Jolly Gel Sales
Mineral Supplies International (MSI) introduces a flat pack version of Jolly Gel. The well-established Jolly Gel carton design does not change. The new flat pack is cheaper to post individual packs to customers. The attractive dark blue flat pack also has great shelf appeal for walk-in customers to pool retail shops. Jolly Gel is renowned for quickly restoring pool water back to sparkling clear condition. This popular flocculent eliminates phosphates and removes even the finest microscopic particles of debris from pools. Read More…
How to Prevent Deaths from Pool & Spa Entrapment
The alarming number of media reports on entrapment accidents highlights that many pools and spas are unsafe and that management and lifeguards at many holiday resorts and hotels are not trained to avoid entrapment risks. Read More…
What Price A Child's Life?
Read real life case studies of children trapped in pools and spas - it can so easily be avoided. Read More…
What to Look for in Your Pool Equipment Supplier
Whether you market your products to private pool owners or trade customers, you need a supplier you can trust. Hiring a supplier with global reach gives you access to the best products the industry has to offer. The right supplier must also provide you with the best service possible. Here’s what to look for when choosing your supplier. Read More…
Which Filter Media Long-term?
Did you know that to optimise a swimming pool's sanitation and maintain its water clarity, it is essential to determine which filtration system you will use? Read More…
MSI Supports Campaign to Raise Awareness of Pool Entrapment
MSI is a long-time campaigner of the risks of swimming pool entrapment, helping to raise awareness of the danger in pools that are not properly equipped. Read More…
Stop Life Threatening Risk of Entrapment in Pools
Did you know that letting your children swim in pools that have a single main drain could put their lives at risk? At MSI we work hard to prevent this danger. Read More…
Jolly Gel Outreaches Other Pool Flocculents
Want to know what makes our pool products good? Find out how Jolly Gel has achieved another first by gaining REACH registration. Read More…
Avoid Suction Entrapment with Vac-Alert
Concerned about suction entrapment in pools and spas? Read how the Vac-Alert SVRS is helping to prevent this happening. Read More…
Reduce Maintenance Costs
Curious about the savings to be made using Zeoclere in your pool? Read how this product helps impact both the bottom line and the environment. Read More…
Jolly Gel Pool Flocculent Receives Certification in Spain
Did you know MSI’s Jolly Gel pool flocculent is the only product to gain Spanish Homologacion (12-70-4627) certification? Find out more here. Read More…
New Formulation Le Bloc Gets a New Look from MSI
Did you know MSI helped package the new formulation of Surex’s revolutionary Le Bloc swimming pool flocculant? Find out more here. Read More…