If your total alkalinity levels are too high, or too low; you will have problems controlling the pH levels. High total alkalinity causes 'pH lock', low total alkalinity causes 'pH bounce'. As pool plant operators, we all know that the pH of the swimming pool water is a critical factor. If the pH is too high, the disinfectant properties of the chlorine will be minimised. If the pH is too low, the swimming pool water will be too corrosive. Controlling the pH levels is usually a simple process w... Continue reading ...
