A Plaster Legend
Randy Dukes, a pool plaster expert with more than three decades of experience, has profoundly shaped the pool industry, earning widespread respect and admiration.
National Plasterers Council Names Chris Marcano as Executive Director
The National Plasterers Council board of directors unanimously elected Chris Marcano as the executive director, effective May 1.
Beyond Tradition
When filling a new pool, it’s crucial to act promptly, but there are differing opinions on the best approach.
PHTA Announces Revision of Plastering Standard, Calls for Committee Participation
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced the upcoming review and revision of ANSI/APSP/ICC/NPC-12 2016 American National Standard for the Plastering of Swimming Pools and Spas and calls for subject matter expert participation in the PHTA-12 standard writing committee.
Your First 2024 To-do Item
I probably talk about this every year in my January/February welcome, but I think it’s so important. So, once again, I’m going to ask you: Do you review your wins and losses from the previous year?
Beyond the Hustle
Early on, David Cooke learned a valuable lesson about the importance of customer satisfaction that shapes the way the company does business today.
The Art of Aggregates
Experts say builders and plasterers can’t willy-nilly choose an aggregate.
The NPC Start-up Procedure
The importance of a good start-up procedure cannot be overstated. It provides balanced water to protect the finish and equipment and sanitizes water for the protection of swimmers.
Another Show Packed Full of Education and Networking in Las Vegas
PoolPro has compiled the best events, seminars and booths for pool professionals to visit at the PSP Expo.
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.
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…