Barrett KilmerBarrett Kilmer, has been on the editorial staff of AQUA magazine since 2000. He has a B.A. in English from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, and currently lives in Madison, Wisc.PoolsViking Pools Acquires Royal FiberglassViking Pools, LLC, a division of Latham Pool Products, has acquired Royal Fiberglass Pools for an undisclosed sum. Royal manufactures pools in Breaux Bridge, La., and Dix, Ill.July 3, 2012PoolsSPEC Pool Drain Bill Approved By Senate CommitteeA bill sponsored by SPEC has been unanimously passed by California’s Senate Health Committee. If passed, AB 2114 would ensure that the terms and requirements of Title 24 pool building regulations are consistent with the statutes governing the construction of public swimming pools and spas.July 3, 2012ServiceOzone, UV And Mineral Purifiers Can Lower Chlorine UseThough chlorine has a long and glorious history of killing dangerous things in people's pools, some homeowners treat it like a pariah. In their estimation, it presents as many problems as it prevents.July 3, 2012SpasBullfrog's Ludlow To Retire; CEO Pasley Will Run CompanyBullfrog International president David Ludlow has announced his retirement from the company, which he founded in 1996. Former Jacuzzi executive and current Bullfrog CEO Jerry Pasley will take over, according to an email from Ludlow.June 28, 2012HomeColorado Wildfire Forces Evacuation Of NSPF HeadquartersThe Waldo Canyon Fire, which started in the hills outside Colorado Springs Saturday and moved into residential areas by Tuesday, has forced the National Swimming Pool Foundation from its headquarters, which are located near the mountains to the west of the city.June 28, 2012SpasHot Tub HippieBeth Hamil is vice president, corporate compliance, for Del Ozone in San Luis Obispo, Calif. Back in 1978, she was a 25-year-old Midwesterner beginning a career at a redwood barrel manufacturer on California’s Central Coast.June 22, 2012HomeS.R. Smith Renews Strategic Partnership With APSPThe Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) announces that Canby-Ore.-based manufacturer S.R. Smith has renewed its sponsorship of the organization. The company signed on as a “strategic partner,” which is the highest level of corporate sponsorship, according to APSP. It’s the second year of the agreementJune 18, 2012SpasJacuzzi Acquires ThermoSpasJacuzzi Group Worldwide, parent company to both Jacuzzi Hot Tubs and Sundance Spas, has acquired the assets of ThermoSpas, based in Wallingford, Conn. ThermoSpas began manufacturing and selling hot tubs in 1983.June 18, 2012HomeBusiness Briefs: SeaKlear, BioGuard, Triogen, Nicholas Pools• BioLab has announced that Charlie Schobel will be leaving the company after 36 years with the company. “Charlie’s contributions to the growth of BioLab and the pool industry have been numerous and his legacy of providing pool dealers with the high quality products and support they need to be successful will continue to influence our strategy for some time,” said Jon Viner, president of BioLab. “Those who have been mentored by Charlie will carry on that legacy as we continue to find innovative ways to help our dealers and our industry prosper and grow.”June 18, 2012RetailVinyl Liners: Measure Twice, Order OnceYears ago, there were clear boundaries in the pool-building business. Custom pools were built by gunite guys, fiberglass pools went in quickly...June 14, 2012Previous PagePage 7 of 28Next PageTop StoriesBuilderSmall Business With a Big ImpactA Wisconsin sauna builder is making big moves in his local community and beyond, for the good of expanding his small business and promoting the healing benefits of sauna.Builder2025 Awards of Excellence: Gold WinnersLegislationPump Motors, Heaters, and Controls Face Legislative ChangeBuilderDesigning Rooftop and Podium Deck Pools and SpasSponsored ContentStay Ahead With Heritage Pool+
