The National Plasterers Council recently released a brand new consumer-focused website: NationalPlasterersCouncil.com. This new site is designed to show various pool finishes; teach pool owners the proper start up, care and maintenance of their pool; and create a path for them to find an NPC member for their next project. NPC will continue to maintain…
The second-annual Million Dollar Pool Challenge hosted by PHTA and WAVE Network of Young Professionals, will be presented at the International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 9:15 a.m. in conference room 238. Five finalists, including one student, have been selected to present their design renderings to industry peers for…
Pleatco, LLC, with longtime co-sponsors GENESIS and the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, announced the winners of the 2019 Perfect Pool Guy and Gal Search. The annual Pleatco PoolGuy/Gal Search is an innovative way to honor the hard-working men and women of the pool and spa service industry. More than 75 pool professionals were nominated…
RB Retail & Service Solutions updates SQLSponsored Content*By PoolPro on behalf of RB Retail & Service Solutions It’s the dream — one piece of software that will manage all the nuances of a hot tub and swimming pool retail and service business. While there are lots of great point-of-sale options on the market, few can handle,…
By the International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo The 2019 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo will be held November 5-7 in New Orleans. We’re excited to bring you another year of world-class educational opportunities, new product experiences and the opportunity to sharpen your skills. This year we are bringing back our segmented…
America’s Swimming Pool Company, a national pool care franchise, has teamed up with OneWorld Health to provide a clean water source to hospitals in East Africa and Central America. To help support this cause, local ASP franchise owners are becoming clean water advocates and educating their customers and community about the global water crisis. In addition to…
By the International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo is proud to introduce PSP Connect, new interactive networking technology that will allow show attendees and exhibitors to connect on-site. This new feature will be one of the most valuable experiences at the show by offering the opportunity…
By International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo will be held November 5-7 in New Orleans. We’re bringing you another year of world-class educational opportunities, new product experiences and the opportunity to sharpen your skills. Our Early Bird Deadline is approaching fast — September 13! The PSP…
Selecting and applying coating productsBy Kevin Harrington, RAMUC Pool Coatings Painting is one of the best ways to protect and beautify both commercial and residential pools. In addition to adding a vibrant, fresh color, a new coat of paint can be a cost-efficient way to give new life to concrete, plaster or fiberglass pool surfaces….
The National Plasterers Council announced today that industry leader, Greg Garrett, died on August 20. “The entire NPC family mourns the loss of this larger-than-life man who dedicated his career to the swimming pool industry, was a true industry unifier and leaves behind a magnificent legacy,” the NPC press release said. “We extend our deepest sympathies to…
Hayward Industries, Inc., global manufacturer and marketer of residential and commercial pool equipment, announced that Kevin P. Holleran has been named president and CEO, effective immediately. Holleran succeeds Clark Hale, who departs after a seven-year tenure with the company. Holleran will also join Hayward’s board of directors. “Hayward is a global market leader with an…
Caretaker, the original in-floor pool and spa self-cleaning system from Zodiac Pool Systems, is taking in-floor cleaning to new levels of efficiency with its latest innovation — the Caretaker Revolution 6-Port Valve. Designed with service technicians in mind, Revolution sets the new standard for in-floor cleaning valves with durability, increased efficiency and ease of servicing….