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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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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)

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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.

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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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Nashville Pool Service Company Receives Honorable Award

During its 12th annual ASP Owners Meeting reception in Destin, Fla., America’s Swimming Pool Company announced John Hutchinson, owner of the Nashville franchise, was the recipient of the company’s Franchise of the Year award.

John Hutchinson, owner of ASP's Nashville franchise, receives the company’s Franchise of the Year award.

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Imperial Exhibits at 2019 Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show

Imperial, one of the leaders in the licensed sports and billiard products industries, unveiled an innovative assortment of new merchandise at the 2019 Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show. Exhibiting at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Imperial introduced products slated for a 2019 rollout, including licensed fireplace accessories, grills, grilling accessories and an array of exciting new furniture.

Franklin Electric Celebrates 75 Years

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. in Fort Wayne, Ind. is proud to announce 2019 as the company’s 75-year anniversary. A lot has changed at Franklin Electric since E.J. (Ed) Schaefer and T.W. (Wayne) Kehoe founded the company in 1944 in Bluffton, Ind. Since then, it has grown from a small motor manufacturing company into a leading global provider of systems and components for moving water and fuel. What hasn’t changed are the company’s core values. Franklin Electric remains focused on its customers and dedicated to delivering on its key factors for success. 2019 will be a celebration of all the company has accomplished in many places and for many customers around the world.

Check Out Everything Under the Sun

Technical courses, B.B. King’s Blues Club and Genesis’ big return are just part of the excitement at Florida’s leading industry trade show.

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