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Hard Data, Real Results: Why the “Worst-Case” for Bromate is Still Safe
For years, the pool industry has debated the safety of outdoor sodium bromide. We put the speculation to rest with hard data. Read our latest “worst-case scenario” study to see how our proprietary chemistry securely meets EPA safety margins, giving you total professio...

The Phosphate Panic: Do You Really Need to Worry About Phosphate Levels in Your Pool?
There is debate in the industry regarding how important phosphate levels are in pools. One side says using phosphate removers is an integral part of maintaining an algae free pool, while the other says it’s a total waste of money. In this article we break down the science to give...

Sodium Bromide Algaecide: The Science of Killing Pool Algae
Is your pool turning green despite your best efforts? If you are fighting stubborn blooms—especially resistant strains like mustard algae—standard chlorine shock might not be enough. At United Chemical, we believe in solving problems with science, not guesswork.
Many pool owners ...

The Pool Chemistry of Cyanuric Acid: Understanding Equilibrium and Sanitizer Efficacy
Is Cyanuric acid both a blessing and a curse? It helps stabilize chlorine so it burns more slowly, but too much is thought to reduce the efficacy of your sanitizer. Or does it? Here we break down the science behind one of the most misunderstood chemical compounds in swimming pool...

Is Sodium Bromide Banned? New EPA Regulations
Several customers have shared a rumor that the US EPA is “banning” Sodium Bromide. We would like to address this rumor directly.
First and foremost, the U.S. EPA is not stopping the sale of sodium bromide products in the pool industry.
The US EPA has decided to require sodium bro...

The $3,000 Mistake: How “Balanced” Water Can Still Rot Your Heater
If you look at your pool equipment pad, you will see pumps, filters, and valves. But the undisputed king of that concrete slab is your heater. It is the luxury engine of your pool. It is also the single most expensive piece of equipment you own, with replacement costs often excee...


