For swimming pool builders, the challenge in 2026 is clear: order books are full, but qualified technicians are scarcer than ever. Nothing eats into profitability as much as a professional stuck in traffic on the Brussels ring road or the E40, only to arrive on site and find that the job is limited to adjusting a filter setting. In this landscape, remote monitoring is no longer an optional extra for pool builders, but a strategic tool for healthy and future-proof business operations.
From firefighting to proactive management
Traditional maintenance in the sector is often 'reactive': customers only contact the company when the water has already turned green or the heat pump is displaying an error code. This forces companies to make ad hoc plans and carry out costly emergency call-outs. The current generation of connected systems is changing this by putting the installer back in complete control. By monitoring remotely, a technical problem can often be detected before the owner even steps into the backyard. Notifications about empty chlorine tanks or abnormal pressure values allow service visits to be strategically clustered. There is no longer any need to drive for an isolated intervention; routes are optimized based on live data from the dashboard. This not only reduces fuel costs, but also increases the effective deployability of scarce personnel.
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Innovation on the PoolXpo exhibition floor
During the upcoming edition of PoolXpo on Thursday, March 5, at the Brabanthal in Leuven, various participating companies will present how they translate these data streams into operational added value for swimming pool professionals.
- Bluedrops: With Bluematic, Bluedrops offers an open platform for professionals who prefer a model without monthly subscription fees. Thanks to the use of powerful LoRa technology, a stable Wi-Fi signal in the technical room is no longer a requirement, eliminating a common source of service calls.
- CF Group: With the LivePool app and the CF Plus Controller, this player is committed to universal compatibility. Their controllers work with equipment from various manufacturers, giving installers the flexibility they need for both new construction and renovation projects.
- Duratech: With the DuraLink™ range, the team behind House of DURATECH is committed to seamless connectivity between all components. Their technology is designed to reduce installation time on site and minimize the number of physical interventions after completion.
- Pollet Pool Group: In the PPG Deluxe range, water quality measurement and system control are fully integrated. The focus here is on completely unburdening the pool builder by means of extremely reliable measurement data, reducing the need for manual checks on site.
- Zwemco.cloud: This platform offers a specific dealer portal that significantly lightens the installer's workload. A strong asset within the local market is the link to the digital meter (Fluvius P1). This allows the pool builder to proactively advise their customers on maximizing their own consumption of solar energy for heating the pool.
Return on investment through data and customer loyalty
The economic logic behind remote monitoring for pool builders is clear: fewer unproductive miles and fewer unpaid hours in the car directly increase the profit margin on maintenance contracts. In addition, it significantly strengthens customer loyalty. An owner who knows that their installer is remotely monitoring the water quality experiences a higher level of service and peace of mind, which noticeably raises the threshold for switching to the competition.
Discover more at PoolXpo
Want to see how data and remote monitoring will make the difference between reactive maintenance and cost-effective, proactive service in 2026? On Thursday, March 5, PoolXpo will bring together all professionals working in or around swimming pools. From pool builders, installers, and suppliers to public pool employees, lifeguards, technicians, maintenance and cleaning staff, managers, and instructors. Local authorities and organizations with swimming pool operations will also be present, as will companies that operate swimming pools at campsites, holiday parks, fitness centers, hotels, spas, and wellness centers.
During the trade fair, practical experiences will be shared on remote monitoring, smart control, data-driven service, and cost-effective maintenance models. PoolXpo is the only trade fair for and by the Belgian swimming sector and takes place in the Brabanthal in Leuven. The fair is made possible entirely by the participating companies. A visit is completely free of charge: access to the exhibition floor, all knowledge sessions, snacks, drinks, and parking are included.
You can register for PoolXpo via this link.