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In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Rudy Stankowitz interviews Q Hales, a prominent figure in pool chemistry and maintenance. They discuss the formation of OnBalance, a collaborative effort aimed at educating pool professionals about water chemistry and sustainable practices. Q shares insights from his extensive experience in the industry, addressing common myths, the importance of understanding pool chemistry, and the role of research in improving practices. The conversation emphasizes the need for knowledge sharing among service technicians and the significance of environmental responsibility in pool maintenance.
takeaways
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keywords pool chemistry, OnBalance, water maintenance, sustainability, pool myths, acid dosage, service technicians, research, environmental impact, industry knowledge
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Mentorship and Industry Insights
09:42
The Journey of OnBalance and Industry Education
12:32
Challenging Myths in Pool Chemistry
15:16
Real-World Applications of Pool Chemistry
18:01
Understanding Water Line Deposits and Their Causes
20:26
The Impact of Chemical Composition on Pool Surfaces
23:19
The Role of Borates in Pool Chemistry
25:41
Balancing Rigorous Research with Practical Application
28:37
The Importance of Field Experience in Pool Management
32:11
Reflections on Learning and Future Research Directions
34:30
Exploring New Ideas in Pool Chemistry
34:31
The Importanc
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Text us a pool question!
In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Rudy Stankowitz interviews Q Hales, a prominent figure in pool chemistry and maintenance. They discuss the formation of OnBalance, a collaborative effort aimed at educating pool professionals about water chemistry and sustainable practices. Q shares insights from his extensive experience in the industry, addressing common myths, the importance of understanding pool chemistry, and the role of research in improving practices. The conversation emphasizes the need for knowledge sharing among service technicians and the significance of environmental responsibility in pool maintenance.
takeaways
Sound Bites
keywords pool chemistry, OnBalance, water maintenance, sustainability, pool myths, acid dosage, service technicians, research, environmental impact, industry knowledge
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Mentorship and Industry Insights
09:42
The Journey of OnBalance and Industry Education
12:32
Challenging Myths in Pool Chemistry
15:16
Real-World Applications of Pool Chemistry
18:01
Understanding Water Line Deposits and Their Causes
20:26
The Impact of Chemical Composition on Pool Surfaces
23:19
The Role of Borates in Pool Chemistry
25:41
Balancing Rigorous Research with Practical Application
28:37
The Importance of Field Experience in Pool Management
32:11
Reflections on Learning and Future Research Directions
34:30
Exploring New Ideas in Pool Chemistry
34:31
The Importanc
Support the show
Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:
Email us: [email protected]

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