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Getting to the Bottom of Wrinkled Vinyl Pools (Sponsored Content by Tara Manufacturing)

Despite a trouble-free installation, some pool pros are seeing bad wrinkles in their liner installations. Why does this happen? As it turns out, the material might be to blame.

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Industry Spotlight: LG Electronics

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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.

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4 Listings You Must Claim to Impact Hundreds of Sites

Your business is already listed on hundreds of websites — but is that info up to date? Do some spring cleaning and easily check your listings at these four links.

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Business Briefs: March 2016

Jacuzzi promotes a longtime employee to the executive team, Zodiac holds a golf tournament to support veterans and more.

Georgia Legislature Battles Over Pool Inspections

Legislators seek to eliminate commercial pool inspections.

The Western Pool & Spa Show: A Comforting Tradition

Reflections from the Western Pool & Spa Show

Navy Vet Wins ASP Franchise

America’s Swimming Pool Company is honoring those who served in a big way. Last year, the company announced its veterans program, a contest that would thank a veteran for his or her service by awarding them a free pool maintenance franchise. The first winner was officially announced last week: Miguel Macias, who will open is franchise in Reno, Nevada, in April. “We are excited to have our first winner, and welcome Macias to the franchising family,” says Stewart Vernon, founder and CEO of ASP. “We are thankful for the service he has given to our country and know that the skills he learned in the course of that service will prove beneficial in his new endeavor as an ASP owner.”Macias served in the U.S. Navy for 24 years, 13 of which were spent serving as an HR officer. After being stationed all over the world, Macias retired as a Lieutenant Commander in 2015. When deciding what to do after retirement, he discussed the ASP opportunity with a friend and former ASP employee, and was impressed by the comprehensive program they provide. From his military experience, Macias learned leadership, responsibility and resourcefulness; skills that will directly translate to his work as an ASP pool service franchise owner. According to Macias, his most remembered military moment was when America was attacked on September 11, 2001. At the time, he was working on a Navy destroyer pierside in Norfolk, VA. After watching the news coverage of the event on TV, the crew was told to get the ship ready to deploy with no further instructions about where they were going or for how long. The crew busily prepared the ship and ended up patrolling in the New York/Boston area. Before his military service, Macias earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston in management information systems and Italian studies. He also attended the university again while in the service and earned his MBA in Human Resources. Navy service is second nature to the Macias family as his wife is a retired Navy nurse and their oldest daughter is currently serving in the Navy.

CPSA Announces Bevy of Agreements

The CPSA has announced a slew of new affiliation agreements, including deals with APSP, NSPF, FPSIE and the Western Pool and Spa Show.

Astronaut Reunites With Swimming Pool After Year in Space

Scott Kelly spent 340 days in space. The first thing he wanted to do upon his return to Earth? Jump in his swimming pool, of course.

Suction APCs: A Workhorse Revisited

To ensure a long life for your suction-driven automatic pool cleaners, keep these tips in mind.

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Tips and Tricks For Tough Algae

As the weather warms up and the swim season starts, algae can become an issue. Here are a few tips for identifying and eradicating it.

The Persistent Myths of Salt Systems

Misunderstandings about salt systems have lingered among consumers.

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Show Your Customers Why They Need to Upgrade Their Equipment

When selling upgrades, focus on safety, savings and actually showing why the upgrade matters.

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