Advancing Pool Safety: Spotlight on Innovative Solutions at FENCETECH
In January, I attended FENCETECH, the premier annual trade event for manufacturers and suppliers to the fence, gate, perimeter security and metal working industries.
This year’s event was held in Nashville, and the atmosphere was professional and focused, reflecting the industry’s ongoing commitment to innovation.
While there were many innovative products on display, the most interesting were those that were designed to solve specific problems.
One of those issues was pool safety. Pool safety is a critical issue, especially in safeguarding children. Ensuring pools are inaccessible without supervision is a key concern for homeowners. Additionally, designing and building for pool safety is often a necessary requirement for contractors and homeowners to meet code requirements. That’s why homeowners look for fences and gates that restrict access so children can’t get into the pool area without supervision.
Traditional approaches like simple gates and fences, while essential, have their limitations. Gates can be inadvertently left propped open or may fail to latch correctly. Such scenarios pose a hidden danger, as homeowners might remain unaware of the unsecured access to their pools. This gap in safety measures highlights the need for more sophisticated solutions.
A Leap in Innovation: Staying Alert with Advanced Technology
The highlight of FENCETECH was a groundbreaking product that addresses these concerns by keeping homeowners informed about the accessibility of their pools.
In my view, the “Best in Show” at FENCETECH was the Trident™ Safe Signal™ Magnetic Latch from Nationwide Industries®.
This advanced latch is a game-changer in pool safety, specifically addressing the critical moments following an unsecured pool gate. It’s equipped with an audible alarm and visually striking blue LED lights, which activate if a gate remains unlatched for more than 15 seconds. This feature is pivotal for ensuring safety in low-light conditions and is especially crucial in preventing unintended access to pools by young children.
The Trident Safe Signal Magnetic Latch is not only highly effective but also user-friendly. It’s designed for easy installation on various gate types, making it versatile for diverse environments, from private homes to public pools.
The Trident Safe Signal Magnetic Latch will also be showcased at the International Builders Show in Las Vegas 2024. Safety is a key concern for every homeowner, especially parents of young children. Innovative products like the Trident Safe Signal Magnetic Latch help provide peace of mind because they can be sure no one gets into the pool without their knowledge. That’s why it’s my Best in Show for FENCETECH.