2023 NPC Scholarship Application Open
The National Plasterers Council has opened the application process for the 2023 Rey Perales Memorial Scholarship, which is open to the children of NPC members and their employees.
Florida Swims Foundation and ECAS Partner to Provide Swim Lessons
The Florida Swims Foundation and Every Child A Swimmer renewed a partnership to provide swim lessons to children in Florida.
SPS PoolCare Acquires Maintenance and Repair Division of Hobert Pools & Spas
SPS PoolCare has announced its latest acquisition — the maintenance and repair division of Hobert Pools & Spas, a premier custom pool builder and service company serving Dallas and the surrounding Metroplex area. This represents the fourth acquisition for SPS PoolCare in the Dallas/Fort Worth market and is the company’s 28th investment in the pool…
National Water Safety Month Coalition Celebrates 20th Anniversary
A national coalition of water safety partners, including the American Red Cross, the National Drowning Prevention Alliance, the National Recreation and Park Association, the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance and the World Waterpark Association, along with governors in 45-plus states, are working together to promote May as the 20th annual National Water Safety Month. Since…
Builders Find Reinforced PVC Interior the Perfect Business Fit
Pool professionals are now actively looking for solutions that allow them to build and renovate the most pools possible, while still being able to control their construction schedule. Reinforced PVC pool interior materials are readily available for pool installations.
Every Child a Swimmer Legislation Passed in Georgia and Arkansas
Every Child a Swimmer has successfully lobbied in Georgia and Arkansas for legislation requiring every school to provide parents with water safety information and the location of local swim school resources. The governors of both states signed the bills in May. Every Child a Swimmer, a program run by the nonprofit corporation International Swimming Hall…
National Plasterers Council Adds Industry Experts
The National Plasterers Council is bolstering the technical resources offered to members and pool professionals by adding personnel with technical expertise. Jonathan Dongell, director of research and development at Pebble Technology International headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, has joined the NPC staff as a technical advisor to the council. He brings decades of expertise in the…
Claffey Pools Partners with Step Into Swim to Fund Drowning Prevention
Claffey Pools, a luxury pool and spa builder in north Texas, has announced its third annual campaign with Step Into Swim, an initiative of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance dedicated to creating more swimmers through safe swim education. This continued financial support from Claffey Pools is part of the company’s commitment to helping the community and allows…
Float Like A Duck Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Float Like A Duck is celebrating two decades of sharing the importance of water safety. It was founded by Paragon Pools’ president Joseph M. Vassallo as part of the company’s philanthropic endeavors and mission of educating the public on the importance of safety while celebrating the joys of water sports. “Water and water sports are…
CCEI Offers Brio LED Light for Pools
CCEI USA now offers the Brio LED 3-inch nicheless pool light, intended to enhance any outdoor living space by improving the lighting in the swimming pool. The Brio LED light is designed to replace traditional incandescent bulbs in a 1.5-inch return fitting and is available with 50-, 100- and 150-foot cable lengths with quick disconnect…
Pool and Hot Tub Alliance Launches Job Board
The new Pool and Hot Tub Alliance job board is launching in May. PHTA members can set up a free employer profile and post an unlimited number of jobs through 2023. The PTHA is populating the website and job board with tools, resources, photos and more. Although the job board officially goes live in May,…
AquaComfort Water Group Acquries GreenStory Global
GreenStory Global Pool and Spa Filtration, a provider of pool and spa filtration solutions designed to improve water quality and reduce chemical usage, has joined the AquaComfort Water Group family of companies. With the addition of GreenStory Global, AquaComfort Water Group expands its portfolio of sustainable and innovative solutions that cater to the unique needs…