Designing Spaces Correspondent Andi Tilis looks at pool safety. Brett Fritts from PoolSonixs explains the concept of layers of protection a homeowner should have around a pool to work both as deterrents and for detection of any toddler intruders. “Rescue Timmy” is used to demonstrate a PoolSonixs alarm system as the major component of the detection aspect of pool safety.

(Deerfield Beach, FL—June 2010) Here at Designing Spaces we know that many of us enjoy having a swimming pool in the backyard, as well as having cherished moments as parents when our kids play in the pool with us or with their friends. The team at Designing Spaces wants every backyard pool to be a safe one, so we invited S.R. Smith—makers of PoolSonix™ pool security system. Make sure you tune in to Designing Spaces Friday, June 11th at 7:30am (ET/PT) airing on the WE network.

Marketing VP, Brett Fritts joins the show from S.R. Smith—the manufacturer of PoolSonix™. Fritts says, “Designing Spaces is a great way for us to educate viewers on how are our solutions can help them create a more secure pool environment for small children and pets.”

The PoolSonix™ Pool Alarm System is a detection and notification solution designed for swimming pool environments. The system detects and notifies the pool owner of unauthorized access and accidental pool entry – enhancing the home owners’ ability to respond to emergency situations.

Lysa Liemer, Designing Spaces’ Executive VP of Programming and Chief Operating Officer, says, “We are exploring exciting topics and trends to inspire viewers to take on all home improvement and home safety challenges, and S.R. Smith with their PoolSonix™ system delivered the perfect solution. Educate, empower, and entertain – that’s what we do at ‘Designing Spaces’ and our audience knows we will always bring them solutions to make every space count and to enjoy the space they live in.”

The PoolSonix™ solution brings together different types of sensing technologies to create a layer of protection around the pool. Starting with a gate/door alarm, which detects unauthorized access into the pool environment. Next, an immersion alarm that detects accidental entry into the pool. And lastly, a universal wireless bridge which enables connection of the pool security system to a home security or home automation system.
It’s not easy to think about but, many drownings take place under adult supervision-- all is takes is a momentary distraction to compromise supervision. Or, a gate or door left ajar can leave a clear path for a small child to get into the pool. A PoolSonix™ system can help guard against supervision and deterrence lapses.
For more information visit www.poolsonix.com.

About Designing Spaces: Created by O2 Media’s Quorum Productions, Designing Spaces is a half-hour informative series that inspires viewers to make every space count and instructs them on the smartest ways to make their homes more beautiful and functional. From advice on large-scale renovations to small modifications, simple tips on making everyday tasks easier to decorating on a budget, this is the one show that provides you with all the comprehensive information you’ll need, presented in a fun, easy-to-follow format. Quorum Productions, a wholly-owned subsidiary of O2 Media Inc., is a Florida-based production company that is nationally renowned for creating award-winning educational programming. Guests on Designing Spaces have included representatives from companies such as Microsoft, Disney, MTV, Samsung, Chase Bank, Procter & Gamble, Wal-Mart, Celebrity Cruise Lines and many others.

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