In April of this year, Coverstar released a new 1 inch Flat Leading Edge Bar, which was designed to be used in applications that had previously used a 2 inch round leading edge bar. This new leading edge bar reduces the amount of horizontal flex by over 8X. In addition to the increased strength, the new lower 1 inch profile will aid in hidden leading edge applications. 
The flat leading bar also includes covered end caps to help provide an improved finished look. This leading edge bar can be used when the automatic cover system will have a guide space that is 12 ft or less, making it a great choice for spas or narrower pools.
When ordering a cover system that will include this leading edge bar, there are two different options that it is compatilbe with that can be selected.
The first option is called a loop leading edge. In this application, the leading edge bar slides into a sleeve along the front edge of the cover, concealing the tube so it blends in with the rest of the cover.
The second option is called a rope leading edge. In this application, a rope bead is installed along the front of the cover providing the locking mechanism that the leading bar can slide onto. When using the rope leading edge option, the aluminum leading edge bar remains exposed as it travels across the pool during the operation of the cover.
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