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Apollo NZ GlobalStart Project Brief

POOLS · SYSTEM SELECTION

Modular pool vs custom architectural pool.

The right pathway depends on whether the project values repeatable standard geometry and simpler logistics or bespoke shape, depth, windows and architectural integration.

SHORT ANSWER

Choose standardisation or architectural flexibility before choosing a model.

AUREMONT-type modular pathways suit projects that can work within repeatable standard sizes and configurations. ORDRAN suits made-to-measure architectural projects where geometry, windows, split transport and structural integration justify a project-specific engineering path.

KEY PROJECT POINTS

What should drive the decision.

These are project inputs, not substitute engineering or automatic product approvals.

01

Standard geometry usually simplifies quotation and repeatability.

02

Custom pools can accommodate project-specific length, depth and windows.

03

Transport envelope can control the feasible pool geometry.

04

Large pools may require split-section transport and site assembly.

05

Slab/support requirements remain project-specific.

06

Windows materially change structural and sealing requirements.

COMPARISON

Use-case fit before product preference.

The table is deliberately directional. Exact configurations still require project and evidence review.

PathwayBest fitWatch closely
Standard modular poolRepeatable residential, resort or development projects that can use standard dimensions.Site access, slab/support, local compliance and standard-feature limits.
Custom architectural poolBespoke dimensions, windows, special depths, commercial/resort features or architectural integration.Project engineering, transport/sectioning, support, lifting and longer coordination path.
01

Start with geometry

Length, width, depth profile, stairs, benches, waterline and window requirements should be fixed before the transport and support concept.

02

Check transport before design freeze

Container, road route, crane capacity and site access can make a theoretically buildable pool impractical to deliver as one piece.

03

Coordinate the support system

The shell/frame, slab, support points, soil/ground conditions and water/backfill sequence must be treated as one installed system.

04

Keep local pool requirements separate

Barriers, electrical bonding, hydraulic design, public-use rules and approvals remain destination/project responsibilities unless expressly included.

PROJECT INPUTS

What to have ready before asking for the exact system.

A stronger brief shortens the gap between product interest and a useful technical/commercial response.

01

Project type

02

Pool dimensions/depth

03

Standard vs custom geometry

04

Window requirements

05

Site levels/access

06

Transport route

07

Crane/lifting access

08

Ground/slab information

09

Plant/hydraulic concept

10

Edge/overflow condition

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Local compliance route

12

Programme

EVIDENCE BOUNDARY

A pool brochure does not replace exact support, lifting and installation information.

Exact shell/frame data, support conditions, lifting method, window details, water chemistry limits, backfill/fill sequence and local project interfaces should all trace to the selected configuration.

Pool Project Authority CentreApollo project-control framework for exact-system evidence, drawings and handover.

FAQ

Questions project teams usually need answered.

Is a custom pool always better?

No. Standard systems can be faster and simpler where the architecture can work within repeatable sizes.

Can a large custom pool ship in one piece?

Sometimes, but transport width/length, container choice, road access and site lifting may require split sections.

Who confirms the slab?

The local appointed project team should confirm the site-specific slab/support design using the selected pool's exact loads and support information.

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