GeneralCommentariesThe Anatomy of an Award-Winning Project
LaTosha Holden
Read MoreLike a well-built structure, a winning submission has a distinct anatomy — key components that work together to tell a complete, compelling story. Here’s how to ensure your project has all the right parts in place to stand out from the competition.
GeneralCommentariesI’m Not a Shotcrete Expert — But Here’s How You Can Write Like One for Shotcrete Magazine
Cara Baker, Managing Editor
Read MoreIf you’ve got a cool project or technical insight you want the industry to know about, you don’t need to be a professional writer. Here are some clear steps to turn your expertise into a polished article.
PoolGeneralCommentariesRaising the Bar
Ryan Oakes
Read MoreThere are few building codes or standards applied to the pool industry, so it’s an industry with no rules, codes, or laws governing pool construction. So, anything goes, right? Wrong. Standards do exist — just not codified in law. Yet.
PoolGeneralCommentariesThe Need to Recognize Quality Shotcrete Placement
Bill Drakeley
Read MoreWatershape University (WU) was founded to provide everyone in the pool industry with educational resources to succeed. With this in mind, WU developed two credentials for those involved in shotcreted pool shells…
PoolGeneralCommentariesASA Contractor Qualification – Pool: Why, Who, When, and How
Charles Hanskat
Read MoreThis article focuses on the fundamental aspects to consider for whether the Qualified Shotcrete Contractor – Pool program is appropriate for your company that focuses on the pool market.
ArchitecturalGeneralBuilding a Water Feature Using Shotcrete Placement
Monte Vandeventer
Read MoreIn this guide, we will explore the process of building a water feature using shotcrete placement, from planning and site preparation to the final finishing touches and maintenance.
PoolGeneralSteel Reinforcement for Shotcreted Pools
ASA Pool and Recreational Shotcrete Committee
Read MorePosition Statement #8, ASA Pool and Recreational Shotcrete Committee: Shotcrete, as defined by ACI Concrete Terminology, is “concrete placed by a high-velocity pneumatic projection from a nozzle.” Concrete is strong in compression but weak in tension. Reinforcement, typically as deformed steel bars, is embedded in concrete to create a composite section
PoolGeneralSkimmer: Ensuring the Continuity of the Bond Beam
Nathan Delaforce
Read MoreThis article shares some techniques and procedures we have developed as a company — from the guys in the field to our design team — along with input from industry leaders and exceptional educators, plus years of experience (including trial and error).
GeneralDry-Mix Shotcrete Application Using Hydro-Mix System
Gregory McFadden
Read MoreUsing a hydro-mix system can improve the performance and efficiency of dry-mix shotcrete, offering enhanced mixture control, reduced material waste from rebound, reduced dust, and improved placement quality.
PoolGeneralDewatering in Swimming Pools: Techniques, Benefits, and Best Practices
Derek Pay
Read MoreDewatering is a crucial process in pool maintenance and construction that ensures the structural integrity, cleanliness, and longevity of swimming pools. Whether you’re a pool owner, contractor, or maintenance professional, understanding the purpose and methods of dewatering can help prevent costly damage and maintain optimal pool conditions.