1. What is Weighted Energy Factor (WEF)? Developed by the U.S. Department of Energy, WEF is a new standard for evaluating the energy efficiency of pool pumps. Similar to the miles-per-gallon metric for cars, a higher WEF rating indicates a more efficient pump. 2. Why was WEF created? WEF is part of a broader set…
Tracy BondOwnerGreat Valley PoolFrazer, Pennsylvania We try to hire as many people as we can get in the spring. We are always looking for unskilled helpers to assist our technicians with openings and closings. We hope they gain skills and progress into a service technician. Depending how good they are, they may be able to…
As part of Hayward’s 2021 Big Bang of New Product introductions, the company is hosting a series of “Driving Innovation” events for SCP customers, including webinars and regional meetings, between Feb 17th – May 31st. Dealers who attend these events qualify for automatic entry to the sweepstakes for a chance to win a Ford F150…
ControlOMatic’s new NatureChlor is a low-cost system that creates a disinfectant/sanitizer called hypochlorous acid (HOCL) that can be used to help spa retailers and service techs keep their stores and trucks sanitized without the use of toxic chemicals. NatureChlor converts salt, water, vinegar and electricity into an effective, safe and powerful solution that can substitute…
Fluidra, a leading manufacturer of innovative automatic pool cleaners and pool equipment, introduces the new Polaris EPIC series of robotic pool cleaners for the 2021 pool season. Engineered for enhanced maneuverability and superior debris collection, the EPIC 8642, EPIC 8640 and EPIC 8520 offer advanced robotic cleaning solutions to suit the needs of customers with…
Thursday Pools hired industry veteran Jonathan Davis as director of customer relations. Davis has more than 17 years of experience in the construction industry, most recently working for Akins Pools & Excavating in northern Indiana, where Davis focused on making customer satisfaction a priority and helped the company grow beyond $1 million in annual sales…
Evosus Software recently announced its acquisition of the assets to the How Pools Operate online training course, which was originally created by Xmente Swimming Pool Retail Academy, a collaboration of swimming pool industry professionals. “This acquisition demonstrates our further commitment to businesses in the swimming pool industry,” says Dan McManus, CEO of Evosus. “Pool retail…
Pleatco, LLC, manufacturer of pool and spa filtration products, with longtime co-sponsors GENESIS and the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, announced the winners of the 2020 Perfect Pool Guy and Gal Search: Shannon Sellers of Jeff’s Pool and Spa in Brunswick, Georgia, and Jesse Gist of Gallagher Pools and Spas in Westminster, Maryland. The annual…
Fountain People now offers a LOTUS bronze escutcheon for pool professionals who want to enhance the beauty of fountain nozzles mounted on walls. The LOTUS Escutcheon provides a classic, yet modern look with a dark bronze finish and hand-burnished details. This escutcheon is designed for use as a cover plate for a hidden fountain nozzle…
Industry veteran Mike Ramey died January 9, 2021. Ramey began his career in the swimming pool and spa industry in 1982 working for Polaris Vac Sweep. At Polaris, he met Bob Blake and John Grucky. After a brief stint in new construction retail sales, Blake hired Ramey as a salesperson for Anzen, a company newly…
Taylor Technologies, Inc., manufacturer of water-testing supplies, has enlisted Joe DeFuria as director of brand development. “We are just thrilled to have a true professional like Joe join our team at Taylor,” says Wade Beebe, vice president of sales and marketing. “His experience, passion and practical knowledge of this industry make him the perfect fit…
Haviland Pool & Spa, manufacturer of pool and spa brand chemicals such as ProTeam, Nature’s Care and Spa Pure, gathered a group of employees to participate in their city’s Grand River Cleanup. The Grand River Cleanup gives volunteers the chance to improve the environment by removing thousands of pounds of trash and recyclables from the…