Natural Ventilation and Sunshine for Indoor Aquatics

The installation of retractable roofs has brought a new dimension to aquatic center design. It turns out facilities who have done this already are ahead of the curve. These spaces are healthier and safer for guests and staff and are proven to save owners money. Here is why:

1. A natatorium has 3x the moisture level per unit than a typical building. An aluminum enclosure can stand up to these conditions because it will not corrode so there is no risk of structural failure.
2. Aluminum is lightweight, high-strength, corrosion-resistant and widely recycled. Buildings have been proven to last for multiple decades with minimal maintenance, lowering the lifecycle footprint of a building.
3. We use properly coated aluminum which can reflect up to 95 percent of the solar energy that strikes it, dramatically improving energy efficiency.
4. Experts agree that using as much fresh air for natural ventilation as possible is safer and healthier for both staff and guests. Plus you can save up to 30% a year on energy costs (vs. traditional natatorium construction)

For additional information on the benefits of aluminum see: Aluminum, the miracle metal. Additional references for the health and safety of naturally ventilated may be found through the CDC and WHO websites. We are happy to provide an additional list of resources. Or download our articles to see specific references.