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Rise of Lagoon Projects Prompts New Regulations

With Crystal Lagoons making headway in the U.S. market, state regulatory agencies are amending their guidelines to include “artificial swimming lagoons.”

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The Chlorine Pyramid Side 2: Corrosion, Staining, Scaling and LSI

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This second side of the Pyramid explores the overlapping factors that control both sanitation and LSI (The scaling or corrosive nature of your water)

The Chlorine Pyramid Side 2: Corrosion, Staining, Scaling and LSI

Steve O'Shea Joins MAAX Spas as Vice President of Sales and Marketing

MAAX Spas announced that it has hired Steve O’Shea as the new vice president of sales & marketing. The company is thrilled to welcome O’Shea and believes he will be an incredible asset with his knowledge and experience in the industry.

Michigan Pool Refinisher Arrested for Dumping Waste in River

Police arrested a Michigan-based contractor on pollution charges that accuse him of dumping swimming pool waste into the Rocky River.

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Taylor Technologies Partners With Mid America Sales

Taylor Technologies, Inc., a leading manufacturer of watertesting supplies, partners with Mid America Sales, LLC to establish a designated support structure for the Midwest U.S. Mid America Sales will act as Taylor’s sales representatives for pool and spa products throughout the region. This partnership will allow both companies to grow their sales efforts and enhance the quality customer support they are known for.

Haviland Taps Rupert for Sales

Haviland Pool & Spa Products, makers of eight unique pool and spa chemical lines including ProTeam, Nature’s Care and Stain Drop, is pleased to announce the hiring of Rick Rupert to the position of Mid Atlantic regional sales manager for the company. Rupert is an industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience in everything from chemical sales and service to distribution.

Pool Industry Icon Brian Kelly Passes

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Brian Kelly, FSPA’s immediate past president and a hall of fame member, passed away September 5.

Post-Merger, PHTA’s Early Efforts Target Education

Both APSP and NSPF had their own established education programs — how does PHTA plan to reconcile the two under one organization? Insiders share details.

Former Genesis Leaders Launch New Design School

Watershape University will be an independent educational resource focusing on design, engineering and construction of pools, spas, water features and landscapes.

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Haviland Pool and Spa Acquires Arizona Company

Haviland Pool and Spa, a respected national leader in the manufacture of pool and spa chemicals, has acquired Blue Excess of Chandler, Ariz. The manufacturing and warehouse facility will become Haviland Pool & Spa Southwest.

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Alaglas Pools Transitions to New Ownership

Alaglas Pools is pleased to announce it has transitioned ownership to Craig Stephens.

In Memoriam: Greg Garrett

Eric Herman reflects on the life of his longtime friend Greg Garrett, an industry veteran of over 40 years.

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Hayward Industries Names Kevin Holleran as President and CEO

Hayward Industries, Inc., a leading global manufacturer and marketer of residential and commercial pool equipment, announced that Kevin P. Holleran has been named president and chief executive officer, effective immediately — succeeding Clark Hale, who departs after a successful seven-year tenure with the company. Mr. Holleran will also join Hayward’s board of directors.

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