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iGarden Pool Cleaner K Pro Series: Redefining High-End Pool Maintenance

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CMAHC Launches New Study on Air Quality at Public Pools

The goal of the study is to determine how aquatic facility operators can better prevent the buildup of disinfection byproducts and support swimmer health.

Innovation as a Strategy

Pentair's new innovation center will focus on delivering efficient water treatment solutions for swimming pools and other applications that help conserve resources.

Pentair’s grand opening ribbon-cutters from left to right: John Stauch, president and CEO; Steven Risner, senior engineering director, Aquatic Systems; Phil Rolchigo, chief technology officer.

BWT Acquires AQUATRON

On Jan. 31, the European Commission confirmed the acquisition of AQUATRON by BWT Group, a leading water technology company.

Jimmie Meece Promoted to Senior Vice President of ASP Franchising

ASP Franchising, the corporate headquarters of the America’s Swimming Pool Company family of franchises, is proud to announce the promotion of Jimmie Meece to senior vice president. In this role, Meece will oversee the day-to-day operations of the franchising system. He will work closely with the company’s c-level executives to ensure values, policies, processes and systems are implemented and followed. Meece will also work closely with the company’s operational support team to ensure franchise owners have the resources needed to execute the ASP business model.

Business Briefs

Chemistry Expert Steve Kenny Releases Book

In the introduction to “The Water Quality Professional: transforming aquatic management,” author Steve Kenny leads with a provocative question: Have swimming pools become obsolete?

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Franklin Electric Welcomes Ryan Johnson

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. welcomes Ryan Johnson as the new vice president of sales in U.S. and Canada for the North America Water Systems Business Unit. Johnson will manage all aspects of sales activities for the U.S. and Canada markets, placing a strong focus on helping Franklin Electric achieve its vision of becoming an indispensable partner to its customers.

Business Briefs

Thursday Pools Expands Operations

Thursday Pools, manufacturer of innovative fiberglass pools, has just completed a second expansion of its manufacturing facility adding 40,500 square feet of space to provide a climate-controlled environment for its growing manufacturing operation. This follows a 40,000-square-foot expansion two and a half years ago, growing Thursday Pools to a total of just over 100,000 square feet.

DiGiovanni Recognized by International Swimming Hall of Fame

Carvin DiGiovanni, APSP vice president of technical and standards, will receive a Paragon Award in the category of recreational swimming from the International Swimming Hall of Fame in May.

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Manufacturer News

Video: OmniHub Smart Pool & Spa Control from Hayward

When it comes to adding pool automation, OmniHub Smart Pool & Spa Control from Hayward is the only solution that gives pool owners full control and management of their entire pool pad —like adjusting heater temperature and switching on spa mode — right from their phone, tablet or Alexa voice control. OmniHub can be installed in a matter of hours by a pool professional and is simple to configure with existing equipment — meaning you can give your customers a total backyard upgrade in a fraction of the time.

Mike Rowe Offers Scholarship to Trade School Students

The host of “Dirty Jobs” wants to encourage more people to take up a career in the trades, and is offering scholarships to make it happen.

Unlicensed FL Contractor Causes Popped Pool

A Tampa family's pool popped out of the ground after they hired an unlicensed contractor to do renovation work.

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