AQUA EditorsBusiness BriefsPentair Mobilizes to Help Meet Ventilator DemandAs the fight against COVID-19 continues, a shortage of medical supplies has caused growing concerns regarding how quickly crucial equipment is being produced. In response to this crisis, many businesses and organizations are doing what they can with their available resources to create essentials ranging from hand sanitizer to face masks. Pentair has recently offered their services to produce a critical component of ventilators in order to contribute to the growing needs for hospitals. Read their statement below:April 7, 2020Community NewsBioLab Hires Kurt Fehl as District Sales ManagerBioLab, maker of chemicals for the pool and spa industry, is pleased to announce the addition of Kurt Fehl to the role of district sales manager for the NC Brands Division. Kurt will be working with all Natural Chemistry, SeaKlear, AquaPill and Pro Series customers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland.April 7, 2020PhilanthropyRJW Engineering Launches New Health & Wellness CampaignRJW Engineering, a Nevada-based manufacturer, launched a $14 million Health & Wellness campaign. The campaign offers 5,000 Septor 7 Hyper Water Systems free of charge to residential pool owners in the U.S.April 7, 2020NewsPentair Earns 2020 Energy Star Partner of the Year AwardThis honor marks the seventh year that Pentair has garnered recognition for its continued leadership in protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency achievements.April 7, 2020PhilanthropyHaviland Helps Fight COVID-19Haviland has adjusted a portion of its manufacturing facility to be able to create and donate a limited amount of alcohol-based hand-sanitizer for local organizations in need.April 2, 2020Community NewsLeisure Pools Adds Mike Massa as Chief Sales OfficerLeisure Pools, one of the world’s largest composite fiberglass swimming pool manufacturers, announces the addition of Mike Massa as chief sales officer – senior vice president to propel their growth within the swimming pool marketplace.March 31, 2020NewsSabeena Hickman Shares PHTA’s Strategic ProcessThis January, the Board of Directors and senior staff members of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance met to create a comprehensive and inclusive strategic plan for the organization.March 31, 2020NewsOverview: Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security ActThe CARES Act, signed into law on March 27, provides potential relief for many small businesses under a payroll protection program.March 31, 2020NewsCOVID-19 Workplace PreparednessThe Pool & Hot Tub Alliance has established workplace preparedness guidelines to help your business amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.March 26, 2020NewsHomeland Security Supports P/S Industry Sectors as EssentialHomeland Security has issued an advisory document which appears to support the industry’s position that pool and spa maintenance, as well as the manufacturing and distribution of sanitizing chemicals, is essential.March 24, 2020Previous PagePage 51 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 ContentLuvari Above Ground Pools: Helping Independent Dealers Compete Bigger, Sell Smarter, and Grow Faster
