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Flexible Demand: What is it?
As a way to protect and optimize our energy infrastructure, energy companies (utilities) across the country are implementing flexible demand programs (also called demand response or load flexibility) to shift energy consumption of devices connected to their system to align with grid conditions. These programs enable devices to shift, schedule, or curtail their energy use in response to signals like emission levels or overall grid stress. This dynamic adjustment helps balance electricity supply and demand.
Pentair Flexible Demand Compatibility
Flexible Demand utilizes energy efficient ‘smart’ devices with built-in automation that can receive grid signals and autonomously alter device energy usage without manual intervention, while maintaining comfort and operational reliability.
And if you’re using an IntelliFlo3 Variable Speed Pump or an IntelliCenter Pool Control System, you’re already ahead of the game. These ‘smart’ pool pumps and pool controllers are equipped with flexible demand capabilities and are revolutionizing how homeowners manage their pools and interact with the electrical grid.
Energy Consumption: Where your pool comes in.
During flexible demand ‘peak’ events, when electricity is expensive and/or the grid is stressed, your pump can automatically slow down or even pause, aligning with grid demand.
Likewise, during flexible demand ‘load up’ events, when renewable energy generation is abundant or electricity prices are low, your pump can automatically ramp up to utilize this available energy.
At the conclusion of both events, your pump will automatically adjust its operation to ensure proper filtration and chemical dispersion to maintain your pool’s overall cleanliness.
Flexible Demand User Guide
Download the guide to:
- learn more about how Pentair utilizes flexible demand
- how flexible demand features work within our products
- how to participate in a flexible demand program in your area
PARTICIPATING UTILITIES/COVERAGE AREAS COMING WINTER 2026
Eligible Models
Find out if your pool can support flexible demand.
| Family | Description | Part Number |
| IntelliCenter | i8PS IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless) | 521904 |
| IntelliCenter | i5PS IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless | 521907 |
| IntelliCenter | i5P IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless) | 523448 |
| IntelliCenter | i10D IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless) | 523915 |
| IntelliCenter | i8PS IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless) | 523961 |
| IntelliCenter | i5P IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless) | 523962 |
| IntelliCenter | i5PS IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless) | 523964 |
| IntelliCenter | i10PS IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless) | 523965 |
| IntelliCenter | i10D IntelliCenter System (Load Center with Personality Kit and High Powered Wireless) | 523969 |
| IntelliCenter Lite | Power Center with i5PS Personality Kit, WiFi Bridge Included | 523910 |
| IntelliCenter Lite | Power Center with i5PS Personality Kit, WiFi Bridge Included | 523911 |
| IntelliCenter Upgrade Kits | IntelliTouch/EasyTouch to Next Gen Upgrade Kit - i10P, for LC/PC | 522045 |
| IntelliCenter Upgrade Kits | IntelliTouch/EasyTouch to Next Gen Upgrade Kit - i10PS, for LC/PC | 522046 |
| IntelliCenter Upgrade Kits | IntelliTouch/EasyTouch to Next Gen Upgrade Kit - i10PS for CLC/CPC | 522048 |
| IntelliCenter Upgrade Kits | IntelliTouch to Next Gen Upgrade Kit - i10D, for CLC/CPC | 522049 |
| IntelliCenter Upgrade Kits | IntelliTouch to Next Gen Upgrade Kit - i10D, for LC/PC (was 523048) | 523218 |
| IntelliFlo3 | IntelliFlo3 VSF 1.5 HP with I/O board | 011066 |
| IntelliFlo3 | IntelliFlo3 VSF 3.0 HP with I/O board | 011076 |
| IntelliFlo3 | IntelliPro3 VSF 1.5HP with I/O board | 013066 |
| IntelliFlo3 | IntelliPro3 VSF 3.0HP with I/O board | 013076 |