Waste collection is time-consuming and requires a lot of staff members to regularly check on receptacles that may or may not be full. To streamline this process, the city of Pittsburgh deployed "smart" trash cans throughout the city.

Impressing patrons with little luxuries doesn't need to break the bank. Small details can make a big difference. A well-maintained and supplied locker room can go a long way to make a good impression on your guests. By keeping things clean and providing the right amenities, you can please patrons, improve safety and reduce your maintenance costs.

If your pool has to close for inclement weather or when the summer ends, you could be missing out on revenue opportunities. Pool enclosures that offer both an indoor and outdoor experience provide a smart solution.

In a post-pandemic world, physical distancing may become the new norm. When you host events, from parades to sporting events, you want to be sure spectators have a great view and room to spread out. Finding a spot for every spectator in this new normal might require expanding your seating capabilities.

With the pressure on to meet ever-changing cleanliness rules to get your pools open and keep them open, you can take control of keeping pool water sanitized and facility surfaces clean by generating your own chlorine and cleaning solutions.

When COVID-19 forced the shutdown of businesses of all kinds, aquatic professionals rallied together to work with their local health departments to develop plans to reopen their pools safely. With guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aquatic professionals have channeled their passion for the industry into broad guidelines.

The importance of regularly and properly testing and treating pool water, especially during COVID-19, cannot be emphasized enough. While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have said that the virus cannot be passed through properly treated pool water, it is just as crucial as ever to ensure your water testing is accurate and complete in order to ensure healthy water quality.

Many synthetic turf installations are slowed down by preventable circumstances. For example, when the turf adhesive being used has a strict temperature range, or precipitation is in the forecast but the adhesive cannot be exposed to water until it cures, or the adhesive has no "green strength" (grab, tack, grip). Using turf adhesives with a limited working window or inferior adhesive properties can result in expensive delays while waiting for "ideal" weather.

Loose-fill playground safety surfaces such as engineered wood fiber are highly economical, safe and readily available, which is why this tends to be the most commonly used surface type for playgrounds. However, loose-fill surfacing does require regular maintenance, especially in high-use areas.

When it comes to selecting materials for site furnishings, an increasing number of parks and other site owners are looking for ways to improve their environmental footprint. From picnic areas to playgrounds to ballfields and beyond, there is a wealth of high-quality furnishings available, and there are more eco-friendly options than you might realize.