“Finally, a better mousetrap. In my daily course of business as a water feature consultant, I deal with many of the same issues as swimming pool designers. We have to size pumps for the flow requirements of the water effects, size pipes, make recommendations as to the aesthetic impact of hardware and finishes and of course, we size filters for turnover rates appropriate for the size and or shape of the water feature. The lower profile of this strainer allows the pump to be lowered, increasing the head on the pump suction. This increased head allows the pump to run more efficiently and put less strain on the seal and bearings. All this translates to longer pump life and lower operating costs over the life of the pump. It may seem insignificant to the designer, but do the math and show it to the owner/operator and the reaction will tell the tale. Some of you may be thinking that I own stock in the company. I do not, I only wish that I did. This is a product worth looking into because it is so much better that what we have had in so many ways. Maintenance is the bane of any fountain because it is so inconsistent. If there is something on the market that I can use that extends time between maintenance cycles or is more forgiving of poor maintenance, then that is not only good for my clients, it is also good for the industry.”