Binder HydroStar counter-current system – When your pool becomes the Atlantic Ocean

Imagine: a 6-meter pool. But endless swimming. No turns. No interruptions. Just you and the current.

They built a pool. 8 meters, maybe 10. For €80,000, maybe €120,000. Beautiful water. Beautiful tiles. But after 3 strokes: wall. Turn. Push off. 3 strokes. Wall. Turn.

This isn't swimming. This is a hamster wheel.

They wanted to train. They wanted to experience flow. They wanted to clear their heads after a 12-hour day. But instead: constant interruptions. Constant changes of direction. After 20 minutes: annoyed, not relaxed.

There is a solution. But not the one you think.

Most counter-current systems are a sham. They're pumps that generate a thin jet of water. You push against a concentrated stream – like swimming against a garden hose. The water splashes. Your body is pushed sideways. The current stops after 30 cm. That's not swimming. That's fighting.

Binder HydroStar is different. Radically different.

No pump. Instead, turbines . Like in a hydroelectric power plant – only in reverse. The turbine doesn't create a narrow jet, but a wide, natural-looking river current . 50-60 cm wide. Across the entire water depth. Like in the open sea – only without waves, without sharks, without cold water.

The result: You're not swimming against a current. You're swimming in a flow. Your body is supported evenly. No splashing. No drifting sideways. Just: Endless swimming.

Your 6-meter pool becomes the Atlantic Ocean.

The 5 most important advantages at a glance:

• Turbine technology instead of pump nozzles : Wide, natural river current (50-60cm) across the entire water depth – not a concentrated jet of water, no splashing, no sideways drifting, like swimming in a river.
• Adjustable flow rate (50-600 m³/h depending on the model) : From gentle aqua jogging (1.0 m/s) to professional sprint training (3.2 m/s) – continuously adjustable via remote control, for every fitness level
• Maintenance-free and energy-efficient : The turbine has no wear parts (no pump seals, no filters) – runs for 10+ years without maintenance, only requires 230V household current (no high-voltage power), and is quiet and vibration-free.
• Easily retrofitted into existing pools : Installation shaft is integrated into the pool wall (also possible retroactively) – no new pool construction required, installation in 1-2 days, complete system including control unit and wireless remote control
• 4 performance levels for each pool : BGA 215 (small pools, fitness), BGA 320 (standard, ambitious swimmers), BGA 430 (large pools, intensive training), BGA 600 (professional athletes, triathlon training)

For whom is this premium counter-current system ideally suited?

Reality check : The Binder HydroStar is for people who seriously want to swim – not just splash around. People who understand: A pool without a counter-current system is wasted space.

✓ People who finally want to train properly (instead of swimming frustrated turns)
You have an 8 x 4m pool. That's an 8-meter swimming distance. After 4-5 strokes: wall. You wanted to swim for 30 minutes straight (endurance, clear your head, experience flow). But instead: 100+ turns per training session. That's not flow. That's frustration. The HydroStar turns 8 meters into → infinity. You swim for 30 minutes straight. No breaks. No pushing off. Just: swimming.

✓ "Silver Age Optimizers" (60+, wealthy, health is a priority)
You are 62 years old. Your back is giving you trouble. So are your knees. Jogging is no longer possible (joints). The gym is loud, crowded, and exhausting. Swimming is the only sport you can do without pain. But: a public swimming pool? A 20-minute drive, cold water, noise, crowded lanes. HydroStar turns your pool into your own private health center . Every morning, 20 minutes of aqua jogging (1.0 m/s, gentle current). Gentle on the joints. Invigorating. No travel required.

✓ "High-Performance Executives" (entrepreneurs, managers, 60-hour weeks)
You're an entrepreneur. 60-hour week. Kids, family, business. Time is your most precious commodity. You need maximum results in minimal time. 20 minutes of intense swimming against HydroStar (2.5-3.2 m/s) = full-body workout. Replaces 60 minutes of jogging + 30 minutes of strength training. Maximum efficiency. 6:00 a.m.: 20 minutes of HydroStar, shower, breakfast, office. No gym. No excuses. Right outside the patio door.

✓ Owners of "small" pools (6-8m length) who want maximum use
Your townhouse has a 6 x 3m pool. Compact. Beautiful. But: Too short for serious swimming. You've invested €100,000 – but only use the pool for splashing around (kids) or cooling off (summer). Wasted potential. The HydroStar transforms 6 meters into an Olympic-sized pool. Suddenly you can train. Really train. The "small" pool becomes a sports facility .

✓ "Tech enthusiasts / aesthetes" (want the best, hate compromises)
They spent €150,000 on a pool and pool house. Every detail was perfect: natural stone, LED lighting, high-quality skimmers. Then the pool builder suggested a "standard counter-current system" (pump and nozzle). They tried it: a pinpoint jet of water. Splashing. Loud. Disappointing. It's like a Porsche with a Dacia engine. The HydroStar is the Porsche of counter-current systems : turbine technology (German engineering), a wide flow (like nature), and quiet operation (premium standards). You're not just buying a "counter-current system"—you're buying excellence .

✓ Triathlon athletes, swimming enthusiasts, former competitive swimmers
You're a triathlete. Or you used to be a competitive swimmer. Or you simply love swimming. Public pools are a pain: crowded lanes, kids causing trouble, opening hours. You want to train – seriously, systematically, without distractions. The HydroStar (BGA 430 or BGA 600) delivers professional-level flow : 3.0-3.2 m/s (equivalent to a 1:40 min/100m pace). You can do intervals (5-minute sprints against 3.2 m/s, 2-minute easy swims against 1.5 m/s), perfect your crawl stroke technique, and build endurance. Professional training in your own pool.

✓ People with back/joint problems (physiotherapy at home)
Your orthopedist says, "Swimming would be ideal for your back." But: Public swimming pool = travel, cold water, changing room stress. You go twice – then never again. The HydroStar is your daily physiotherapy. Aqua jogging against a gentle current (1.0-1.5 m/s): Relieves pressure on the spine, strengthens core muscles, improves posture. 15 minutes a day. Every day. No excuses. What does a life without back pain cost? The system pays for itself through the savings on physiotherapy sessions.

✓ People who need "mental hygiene" through swimming
You're stressed. Too many thoughts. Too many decisions. Too much noise in your head. Swimming is your meditation. But in an 8-meter pool? Constant turns interrupt the flow. With HydroStar: 30 minutes of continuous swimming. Breathing rhythm. Smooth movement. Your thoughts calm down. The stress "swims away." You get out of the pool: mind clear, body relaxed, ready for the day. That's mental hygiene.

Product description: When turbine technology meets nature experience

The concept: a broad river flow instead of a focused jet of water.

Counter-current swimming systems have existed for decades. But 95% are a sham : pumps that force water through a nozzle. The result: a thin, localized jet of water (10-15 cm in diameter). You swim against it – but:

Problem 1: Splashing. The stream hits your body → water splashes upwards and to the side. Your face gets wet, your eyes, your nose. Unpleasant.

Problem 2: Drifting to the side. The current is only 10-15 cm wide. If your body drifts even slightly to the side (which is normal when swimming), you'll leave the current. Suddenly: no more resistance. You have to readjust, swim back into the current. This isn't natural swimming.

Problem 3: Abrupt current. The water jet stops after 30-50 cm. There is no consistent current over the entire swimming distance. You are swimming against a point – not in a current.

The Binder HydroStar solves all 3 problems – through turbine technology.

No pump. Instead, turbines. (1 turbine for BGA 215, 2 turbines for BGA 320/430/600)

How does that work?

A turbine (like in a hydroelectric power plant, but in reverse) attracts water and accelerates it. However, this doesn't happen through a narrow nozzle (resulting in a focused jet), but rather through a wide outlet (50-60 cm wide, spanning the entire water depth of 30-150 cm).

The result:

Wide current (50-60cm wide, not 10cm). Your entire body (shoulders, torso, legs) is in the current. No sideways drifting is possible – the current carries you.

No splashing. The flow is wide and even – no point impact, no water splashing in the face.

Natural current. Like in a river. Consistent over the entire swimming distance. You swim with the current – ​​not against a single point.

That's the difference between "fighting a garden hose" and "swimming in a river".

Adjustable flow rate – From aqua jogging to professional sprinting

The HydroStar is not "a current". It is infinitely adjustable – via a wireless remote control (included).

4 models with different performance ranges:

BGA 215 (1 Turbine):
Flow rate: 50-215 m³/h
Speed: 1.0-3.2 m/s
For: Small pools (6-8m), fitness swimmers, aqua jogging, rehabilitation
Power: 1,500W (230V household current)

BGA 320 (2 turbines):
Flow rate: 100-320 m³/h
Speed: 1.0-2.5 m/s
For: Standard pools (8-10m), ambitious amateur swimmers, regular training
Power: 2,700W (230V)

BGA 430 (2 turbines):
Flow rate: 100-430 m³/h
Speed: 1.0-3.2 m/s
For: Large pools (10-12m), intensive training, triathlon preparation
Power: 3,000W (230V)

BGA 600 (2 turbines):
Flow rate: 160-600 m³/h
Speed: 1.0-3.2 m/s
For: Professional athletes, former competitive swimmers, maximum intensity
Power: 3,400W (230V)

What do these speeds mean in practice?

1.0 m/s (gentle flow):
Aqua jogging. Rehabilitation after injury. Older adults (60+). Warm-up before intensive training. Relaxed swimming without exertion.

1.5-2.0 m/s (moderate flow):
Fitness swimming. Build endurance. Practice technique. Corresponds to approximately 2:30-3:00 min/100m pace (slow freestyle swimming).

2.5 m/s (intense flow):
Ambitious training. Strength + endurance. Equivalent to approximately a 2:00 min/100m pace (fast freestyle swimming).

3.0-3.2 m/s (professional flow):
Sprint training. Maximum intensity. Corresponds to approximately 1:40-1:50 min/100m pace (race pace for good amateur swimmers).

They are controlled via a wireless remote (or wall switch): Speeds increase from 1.0 m/s (gentle) to 3.2 m/s (maximum). Infinitely variable. While swimming.

In practical terms, this means:

Interval training is possible: 5 min sprint against 3.2 m/s → 2 min recovery against 1.5 m/s → repeat.
Practice technique at low speed (1.5 m/s) → perfect movement sequences.
Progression: Week 1: Train at 2.0 m/s → Week 4: 2.5 m/s → Week 8: 3.0 m/s. You will become measurably stronger.

Maintenance-free + Energy-efficient – ​​German engineering

The problem with pump counter-current systems:

Pumps have wear parts: seals, bearings, impellers. After 2-3 years: a seal leaks → water escapes → the pump needs servicing/replacement. Cost: €500-1,000. Every 2-3 years.

Turbines have no wear parts. (At least none that need to be replaced regularly.)

The turbine runs in water. No seals (that can wear out). No filters (that can clog). No bearings (that can rust). The turbine runs for 10+ years without maintenance.

Energy efficiency:

They think: "3,400W (BGA 600) – that's a lot of power!"

However, they don't use the facility 24/7. Instead, they use it for 20-30 minutes per training session, 3-5 times per week.

Calculation example (BGA 600, most intensive use):

3,400W x 0.5h (30 min) = 1.7 kWh per training
5 training sessions per week = 8.5 kWh/week
At an electricity price of €0.30/kWh = €2.55 per week = approx. €11 per month = €132 per year.

For comparison:
Gym membership: €50-80 per month = €600-960 per year.
The HydroStar pays for itself in 2-3 years through saved gym fees.

Plus: No high-voltage power required. All models run on standard 230V household current. Connection is the same as for a washing machine.

Low noise and vibration – undisturbed swimming

The problem with cheap pump systems:

Pump running → humming, vibrating → neighbors complain (especially in densely populated residential areas). Or: you yourself are disturbed (humming while swimming).

Turbines are quiet.

Why? Turbines run underwater (in the installation shaft). Water dampens noise. Plus: Turbine technology is quieter than pumps (no pulsating pressure surges).

Practical: You hear a soft whooshing sound (like a river). No vibration. No disturbance. Ideal for densely populated residential areas (terraced houses, semi-detached houses).

Easy to retrofit – also for existing pools

They think: "I already have a pool. Do I need to build a new one?"

No. The HydroStar can be retrofitted .

How does the assembly work?

1. Integrate the installation shaft into the pool wall:
A rectangular shaft (approx. 50 x 60 cm) is recessed into the pool wall. Retrofitting is also possible (cutting open the wall, installing the shaft, adjusting the tiles/liner).

2. Install turbine(s) in shaft:
One turbine (BGA 215) or two turbines (BGA 320/430/600) are installed in the shaft.

3. Install the control unit (control cabinet) outside the pool:
The control cabinet is placed outside the pool (e.g., in the equipment room, in the pool house). Cables run from the shaft to the control cabinet.

4. Connect the remote control and wall switch:
Wireless remote control (waterproof) for use in the pool. Wall switch (piezo, round) for use outside the pool.

Installation time: 1-2 days (by a specialist company).

Retrofitting costs: Depend on pool material (tiles easier than liner), accessibility, and region. Roughly: €2,000-€4,000 in addition to the initial investment.

For newly built pools: The installation shaft is integrated directly during pool construction (cheaper, easier).

Complete system – everything included

Scope of delivery (complete system):

✓ Installation shaft with cover grille (stainless steel)
✓ 1 or 2 turbines (depending on the model: BGA 215 = 1 turbine, BGA 320/430/600 = 2 turbines)
✓ Control unit (switch cabinet) with power control
✓ Wireless remote control (waterproof, for use in the pool)
✓ Piezo recessed wall switch (round, plastic mounting flange) for operation outside the pool
✓ Silicone seal
✓ Screws + mounting parts (cable glands, etc.)

You get everything you need. Only professional installation is required (or experienced DIYers with pool experience).

Technical specifications at a glance

specification	BGA 215	BGA 320	BGA 430	BGA 600
Turbines	1 piece	2 pieces	2 pieces	2 pieces
Flow rate	50-215 m³/h	100-320 m³/h	100-430 m³/h	160-600 m³/h
speed	1.0-3.2 m/s	1.0-2.5 m/s	1.0-3.2 m/s	1.0-3.2 m/s
Performance	1,500W	2,700W	3000W	3400W
Connection	230V	230V	230V	230V
Suitable for	Small pools, fitness	Standard pools, hobby	Large pools, intensive	Professional training

All models:

• Continuously adjustable (radio remote control)
• Maintenance-free (no wear parts)
• Low noise and vibration
• No high-voltage power (230V household current)
• Can be retrofitted into existing pools

Why people choose HydroStar binders

"I'm 64, and I've had back problems for years. Swimming was the only sport I could do without pain – but a public swimming pool? The journey, the cold, the crowded lanes. The HydroStar turns my pool into a health center. Every morning I do 20 minutes of aqua jogging against a 1.5 m/s current. My back is better than it's been in 10 years."
– Mr. M., 64 years old, Silver Age Optimizer

"I'm an entrepreneur, working 60 hours a week. No time for the gym. The HydroStar (BGA 430) replaces everything: 20 minutes of intensive swimming at 3.0 m/s = a full-body workout. 6:00 a.m., right behind the terrace. Maximum efficiency."
– Ms. K., 47 years old, High-Performance Executive

"I initially had a pump system (recommended by the pool builder). A concentrated jet of water, splashing, loud. After 3 months: Frustrated. Then I retrofitted a HydroStar (BGA 600). It's a different world. Wide river current, quiet, natural swimming. Like in the sea – only warm and without waves."
– Mr. S., 52 years old, tech enthusiast

"I'm a triathlete. Public swimming pools are annoying: overcrowded lanes, children. The HydroStar (BGA 600) delivers professional flow: 3.2 m/s = 1:40 min/100m pace. I can do intervals, perfect my technique. Professional training in my own pool."
– Mr. T., 38 years old, triathlete

"My pool is only 6 x 3m (townhouse). Without HydroStar: Only splashing around is possible, no training. With HydroStar (BGA 215): 6 meters becomes infinity. I swim for 30 minutes straight. The small pool has become a sports facility."
– Couple from Munich, small pool

Binder HydroStar vs. Pump Counter-Current Systems – A Comparison

feature	Binder HydroStar (turbine)	Standard pump system (nozzle)
Flow width	50-60cm (wide river current)	10-15cm (point beam)
syringes	No (uniform flow)	Yes (water splashes in the face)
Sideways drifting	No (entire body in flow)	Yes (beam only at a single point)
Natural swimming	Yes (like in river/sea)	No (fighting against the point)
maintenance	Maintenance-free (10+ years)	Every 2-3 years (seals, bearings)
noise	Quiet (turbine underwater)	Loud (pump hums, vibrates)
Regulatory	Continuously variable (1.0-3.2 m/s)	Often only 2-3 steps
Price	Higher (Premium Technology)	Low (standard technology)

The key question: Do you want to fight a garden hose or swim in a river ?

Frequently Asked Questions – Honest Answers

Q: Which model (BGA 215/320/430/600) do I need?
A:
BGA 215 : Small pools (6-8m), fitness swimmers, aqua jogging, rehabilitation, elderly people (60+).
BGA 320 : Standard pools (8-10m), ambitious amateur swimmers, training 3-5 times/week.
BGA 430 : Large pools (10-12m), intensive training, triathlon preparation.
BGA 600 : Professional athletes, former competitive swimmers, maximum intensity (3.2 m/s = competition pace).

Q: Can I retrofit the HydroStar into my existing pool?
A: Yes. The installation shaft is integrated into the pool wall (retrofit possible). Installation takes 1-2 days. Additional costs are approximately €2,000-€4,000 (depending on pool material and accessibility).

Q: Is the flow really that much better than with pumped systems?
A: Yes. Broad flow (50-60 cm) vs. point jet (10

-15cm). No splashing, no drifting sideways, natural swimming. That's the difference between "fighting" and "swimming".

Q: How much electricity does the HydroStar use?
A: Example BGA 600 (most intensive use): 30 min training = 1.7 kWh. 5x/week = 8.5 kWh/week = approx. €11/month = €132/year . Less than 1 refueling per month.

Q: Is the HydroStar maintenance-free?
A: Yes. Turbines have no wear parts (no seals, filters, or bearings like pumps). They run for 10+ years without maintenance.

Q: Is the system loud?
A: No. Turbines run underwater (water dampens the sound). You will hear a soft rushing sound (like a river). No vibration. Ideal for densely populated residential areas.

Q: Do I need high-voltage power (400V)?
A: No. All models (BGA 215/320/430/600) run on 230V household current. Connection is the same as for a washing machine.

Turn your pool into the Atlantic Ocean now

Imagine: a 6-meter pool. But endless swimming. No turns. No interruptions. Just you and the current.

The Binder HydroStar is built for people who are serious about swimming . Turbine technology, wide flow, continuously adjustable (1.0-3.2 m/s), maintenance-free, quiet.

Your pool becomes the Atlantic Ocean. With German engineering.

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✓ 4 models (BGA 215/320/430/600)
✓ Turbine technology (wide flow)
✓ Infinitely variable speed (1.0-3.2 m/s)
✓ Maintenance-free (10+ years)
✓ 230V household current (not high voltage)
✓ Can be retrofitted into existing pools
✓ Complete system including control unit + remote control

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No more turns. No more breaks. Just: endless swimming.

The Binder HydroStar is not "a counter-current system." It's liberation from the hamster wheel . German engineering for over 30 years. Proven. Reliable. Premium.

Your Atlantic Ocean. Your HydroStar binders.

What does a life without back pain cost? What is 30 minutes of flow worth to you? What does it mean to never have excuses again?

The HydroStar isn't cheap. But it's an investment that pays off every single day. Through savings on gym memberships. Through savings on physiotherapy sessions. Through improved quality of life.

Get the Binder HydroStar now – and experience what your pool can really do.