AQUA EditorsBusiness BriefsNew North American Thermoplastics Partnership Opens DoorsTwo international firms have formed a new joint venture to distribute vinyl products in North America. The firms, Haogenplast Ltd., based out of Israel, and Ontario-based Pixiu Solutions Inc., will operate under the name pH Plastics Inc. and will be based in Brantford, Ontario.February 8, 2017Trade ShowsPool Conference Draws Large, Concerned AudiencePool and spa industry leaders, swim coaches, Olympic swimmers and more gathered in North Carolina to support the aquatics community.February 7, 2017NewsFebruary 2017 New Spa and Pool ProductsA steel swim spa, a phosphate remover, an artificial rock jumping stone/waterfall combo and a sauna are just a few of the new items we're profiling this month.February 2, 2017Business BriefsTaylor Technologies Partners with Blake Sales AssociatesTaylor Technologies, an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of water test kits, reagents and test strips, is teaming up with Blake Sales Associates, Inc. Located in Vista, Calif., Blake Sales Associates will be serving as Taylor’s sales representative to resellers in the Western region of the United States. Until now, Taylor staff handled distributor and retail sales in the West internally. However, the realization of potential in this area has prompted the test-kit giant to dive headfirst into product distribution in the region.January 31, 2017RetailSauna Troops Win The Battle To Stay WarmAn army cannot go to war without rifles and ammunition, tanks and artillery. If it's the Estonian army, it will need its saunas, too.January 31, 2017Business BriefsSpec Chem Direct Expands to Larger FacilitySpec Chem Direct, a specialty chemical manufacturer that sells exclusively direct to brick & mortar dealers and service professionals, continues to growth at a rapid pace and has just moved into a new 15,000 square foot facility to accommodate its growth. This marks the third move for the Seattle-based manufacturing company.January 31, 2017Business BriefsNorth American Sauna Society Accepting New MembersThe North American Sauna Society, a nonprofit organization designed to promote the traditional Nordic sauna experience in the U.S. and Canada, is now accepting new retail members.Members can enjoy access to tools to help increase visibility, including store signage and blog posts for marketing purposes, as well as aid with lead generation. The first year membership is only $100. To learn more, visit the NASS website.January 31, 2017NewsThe Winning Ways of Atlantic City's Pool & Spa ShowSenior Editor Eric Herman offers his take on this year's Pool & Spa Show.January 26, 2017Trade ShowsGood Eats in A.C.Looking for a good meal in Atlantic City? Here are our picks.January 24, 2017RetailClean, Balanced, and Ready: Pool and Spa Chemical RoundupLooking to add some new pool and spa chemicals to your shelves? We take a look at more than 20 options.January 19, 2017Previous PagePage 110 of 233Next PageTop StoriesEducationReading the Room Without Losing YourselfAhead of her Women of Water workshop at the PSP Expo in New Orleans, executive coach Dale Wilsher talks authentic leadership, confidence and knowing when to adapt — without becoming what everyone else wants you to be.Builder2026 Awards of Excellence: Silver WinnersChemicalsPool Power PyramidBuilder2026 Awards of Excellence: Gold Winners (Part 2)Sponsored ContentOne System, No Sprawl: Why Growing Pool & Spa Businesses Are Moving to the Cloud
