If outside groundwater pressure exceeds internal pressure, Thursday Pools’ patented Geo-Hydro Valve will open and allow groundwater to enter the pool through a filter (preventing debris that often causes standard hydrostatic valves to get stuck open). This process allows the pressure to equalize, preventing a dangerous floating pool situation. Located on the lower pool sidewall,…
Aqua Creek released its newest series of pool lifts: The Mighty 400 and The Mighty 600. The Mighty series is US patent pending, ADA compliant and UL Certified to meet pool lift standard 60335-2-1000. The Mightys feature an adjustable height seat pole allowing 6-inch of additional adjustment in 2-inch increments. These lifts provide versatility and accessibility solutions with greater water…
The National Swimming Pool Foundation announced the winners of its annual Instructor Awards, presented to active NSPF Instructors whose diligence over the previous year marked a significant contribution to advancing NSPF’s mission. Winners were as follows: Most Certified Individuals in First Year as an Instructor – Brian Alexander Stewart of Pool Training Academy received the award…
RAMUC Pool Paint now offers a complimentary ‘paint chip’ analysis for pool facilities or any pool professional about to embark on re-painting a pool, water slide, fountain or pond. In order to determine the best product to use when painting a pool, it is essential to know what product(s) are currently on the surface to…
Water Coils from Water Odyssey is an inviting play component that creates screens of water, providing a sensory-rich water experience for users of all abilities. Four helical coils are standard but builders can order any number desired. Water Coils are coated with Aqua Armor – the most durable chlorine, UV and vandal resistant coating in…
Northeast Spa and Pool Association is now accepting entries for the 2019 Outstanding Achievement Awards. Pool professionals can submit entries online for both the Service and Builders Competitions. You’ll also find the complete rules and regulations for both competitions as well as all the entry categories on the NESPA website. All building projects and service companies…
RB Retail & Service Solutions software, supplier of business software designed specifically for the pool and spa industry, hired Alexander (Alex) Barrick as its newest training specialist. Barrick will be responsible for training customers both remotely and in person to help them set up and learn about the many business features included in the RB…
CCEI-Pool USA has signed an agreement with Gunn Sales to represent its product in the Florida market. Gunn Sales will be selling CCEI’s patented Plug in Pool, an underwater electric outlet that is wireless and contactless, using induction to create an electrical current from an electromagnet. This allows pool owners to connect underwater devices into…
Regina Rakowski (RMR Consulting) has joined RAMUC to represent its products in the western states. Rakowski is a veteran to the specialty pool coating industry, having worked previously with Nelsonite Pool and Deck coatings in California for more than 10 years. Rakowski is responsible for managing RAMUC’s west coast distribution network as well as supplying…
Water Tech’s improved Volt FX-4Li cordless, battery-operated vac is now also rechargeable, with new lithium powered batteries. The Volt FX-4Li featuring a large 7.5-inch vacuum head, push button on/off switch, and two reusable filter bags for both fine and larger debris. This pool vacuum cleans everything from leaves and sand to algae making it perfect…
RB Mobile Live Retail provides better and faster service to your customers with the retail Line Buster feature, mobile inventory look-ups and instant access to customer history and profiles. Designed specifically for pool and spa retailers, the Mobile Live Retail system allows for the use of a tablet, integrated magnetic strip reader and pocket barcode…
Stain Drop Stain Removal Verification Test Kit determines what Stain Drop products are best for pool stain removal through the use of four topical tests. This allows pool professionals and pool owners to verify the correct treatment needed for a particular pool stain without the guesswork. Each S.R.V Kit contains three packets of three powerful…