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America’s Swimming Pool Co. Releases Heat Wave Handbook

Pool franchise shares guide to help homeowners prevent common pool problems during extreme temperatures.

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Industry Spotlight: LG Electronics

LG Electronics

Advances in compressor technology are helping manufacturers move beyond the traditional capacity range of residential pool heat pumps, creating new possibilities for larger pools, faster heating and cooling, and a broader range of applications.

Industry Spotlight: LG Electronics

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Landmark Aquatic Promotes Jason Hill to General Manager of Kansas City Market

Landmark Aquatic

As he begins his tenure, Hill says mentorship and workforce development will be a top priority, particularly given how few professionals nationwide specialize in commercial pools.

i2M Introduces Glaze, a Cutting-Edge Matte and High-Gloss Decorative Film Technology

Glaze leverages a controlled, engineered interplay of specular reflection and diffuse light scattering to produce a layered, dimensional appearance on a single polymer film substrate.

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Pentair Pool Earns Top Safety Honors From North Carolina Department of Labor

This marks the second consecutive year the Sanford site has received both awards.

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Poolwerx Expands Presence in South Carolina with New Lake Murray Territory

Entrepreneurial couple brings global brand to South Carolina's Lake Country.

Business Briefs

Easton Select Group Reimagines Pool Service with New AI-Powered Knowledge Platform

Powered by AskEaston.ai, Easton Select Group's proprietary artificial intelligence platform, the initiative is designed to help solve problems faster, ensure consistency and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Skimmer Launches Working Capital Through Stripe

Skimmer's new financing offering, powered by Stripe Capital, helps eligible pool and spa service businesses invest in new trucks, expand into additional routes and fuel business growth — without the paperwork of traditional financing.

King Technology Receives 2026 Business Attraction Project Award for New Missouri Distribution and Manufacturing Facility

King Technology Inc.

The award recognizes the company's decision to establish a new distribution and manufacturing facility in St. Peters, Mo., and reflects the successful partnership among King Technology, the City of St. Peters, the St. Charles County EDC and regional economic development leaders.

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Trackem GPS Launches Enhanced Jobber Integration to Automate Job Arrival & Departure Tracking

The new update enables field service businesses to automate job site arrival and departure tracking while simplifying day-to-day fleet management, the company says.

Big Blue Swim School to Reopen Dulles Location with Refreshed Space for Local Families

Conveniently located at 22000 Dulles Retail Plaza, the new swim school has been thoughtfully refreshed to enhance the experience for every family who walks through its doors, the company says.

Big Blue Swim School Hosts Grand Reopening Celebration to Debut Refreshed Location in Buffalo Grove

The enhancements reflect Big Blue's continued commitment to providing the best possible experience for local families, creating an even more welcoming environment where children feel encouraged throughout their swim journey and parents feel supported from the moment they walk through the door, the company says.

Jerry King Cartoons: August 2026

Jerry King is back for our August issue, inviting you to let out a chuckle, chortle or guffaw at his latest cartoon.

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