How Our Quick Release Device Helped Spectrum Aquatics

When seconds count, like in competitive swimming, there is no room for error. When Spectrum Aquatics, a leading provider of commercial grade pool equipment, encountered an issue with a part in their starting blocks, they turned to Vlier for help.

Starting blocks are raised platforms mounted to pool decks at the end of competitive swimming lanes. Constructed of metal and consisting of grips, handles and slots, they must be capable of withstanding both the harsh chemicals found in pool water and the force exerted by swimmers as they push off of the blocks to begin their dive into the water below. What’s more, in instances of competitive swimming pools and competitions, they must stand up to the rigorous standards of USA Swimming and other sport swimming governing bodies, to ensure a level-playing field for athletes in all meets in which the starting blocks are used.

The Starting Point

Lock pins used to secure the parts of the starting block together were supplied to Spectrum Aquatics by a manufacturer constructing them using a three-piece design. While initially a sound solution, over time, Spectrum was receiving customer complaints about the lock pins rusting or breaking from frequent use. With such widespread failure, they knew they had to seek help from Vlier to provide a new, fail-safe solution.

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