AQUA EditorsNewsLedge Lounger Ranks on the 2017 Inc. 5000With three-year sales growth of 1045.4 percent, Ledge Lounger cracked the top 500 in this list of the nation’s fastest-growing companies.August 22, 2017NewsAPSP University Announces PSP Expo Course LineupLooking to take in some education at the PSP Expo this year? APSP University has unveiled its Expo lineup, which includes a little something for everyone.August 22, 2017PhilanthropyTaking Confidence MobileThe "Uber of swim lessons" is making it easier to learn how to swim.August 22, 2017NewsNew Amazon Patent Prevents ShowroomingIn an ironic twist, Amazon has been granted a patent to prevent customers from comparison-shopping while in a brick-and-mortar store.August 17, 2017PhilanthropyParagon Pools Sponsors YMCA Safety Around Water ProgramParagon Pools renewed its sponsorship of YMCA of Southern Nevada’s Safety Around Water Program. The sponsorship is part of the pool company’s commitment to water safety education in association with its award-winning Float Like A Duck water safety initiative.“The YMCA of Southern Nevada has been a long-standing partner with our Float Like A Duck program,” says Joseph M. Vassallo, president of Paragon Pools. “When they invited us to participate, we welcomed the opportunity to provide financial support for such an important cause.”In 2016, the YMCA of Southern Nevada launched a Safety Around Water pilot program in collaboration with the Boys and Girls Club. The program consists of an eight-lesson series where youths learn swimming and safety skills. Four sessions were held during the summer of 2016 with a total of 229 students completing the program.August 15, 2017Community NewsFluidra Dives into High-Tech Water Chemistry MarketOn the heels of pHin and Sutro, Fluidra is leaping in the smart water chemistry game after acquiring 80 percent of Riiot Labs, the creator of a smart water sensor called blue by Riiot.August 15, 2017RetailInvestment Protection: 2017 Spa Covers & Removal Systems RoundupWe share more than 20 spa covers and removal systems and take a look at what makes each different.August 15, 2017Business BriefsPelican Reef Moves to Larger ShowroomPelican Reef, Inc. announces it is moving to a larger Las Vegas showroom. The company plans to use the larger space to introduce the Panama Jack Contract Outdoor Collection.August 8, 2017Business BriefsReef Tropical Pool & Landscape Expands OperationsReef Tropical Pool & Landscape purchased a 12,000-square-foot warehouse and office building in Florida City, Fla., in June, to expand major operational departments including pool construction, pool repair, landscape maintenance, tree service and landscape installation. It will continue to fully utilize its existing space in Key Largo, Fla., for certain operational divisions along with customer service and sales.August 8, 2017Community NewsTaylor Technologies Announces New CEOTaylor Technologies announces Stephen Heard, formerly of Lonza, is purchasing Taylor Technologies and will take the helm as its new CEO. Heard brings a global network of suppliers, customers and innovators in the fields of science, technology and product development and distribution to the role.August 8, 2017Previous PagePage 99 of 233Next PageTop StoriesBuilderPreserving the Craft: A Masterclass in Pool Tile and DampproofingA look at smarter tile and dampproofing techniques from industry veterans working to elevate pool construction through education.Builder2025 Awards of Excellence: Bronze WinnersWinterizingWinterizing Fiberglass Pools: Key Differences Every Pool Pro Should KnowBuilder2025 Awards of Excellence: Silver WinnersSponsored ContentBorates: Once Per Year
