Interpretation of U.S. safety drain rules change

After an investigation of safety drain test procedures and a North American-wide recall earlier this year, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently voted to revoke its 2010 interpretation of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), which permitted aquatic facilities in the U.S. to comply with the law by installing an unblockable drain cover over small, blockable drain suction outlets.

Quebec pool and spa industry gears up for Salon Splash

After the success of last year's show, the 2011 edition of Salon Splash, Quebec's annual trade show for the pool and spa industry, will be held for the second consecutive year at the recently expanded Centre de Foires de Québec.

Canadian pool builder a GAVA finalist

For the second consecutive year, Canada will be represented by a single company in the Global AquaTekture Visionary Award's (GAVA's) third annual international design competition.

Hayward's water quality management website gets new look

To keep design and layout consistent amongst all online platforms, Hayward Commercial Pool Products recently launched its newly branded PoolComm website, which delivers a new look and includes recent design changes made to the company's commercial website.

LMS introduces value-priced hot tub lines

LMS Inc., the corporate parent of Cal Spas and OC Hot Tubs in Los Angeles, Calif., has launched two new hot tub lines, American Spas™ and Geo™ Spas, to satisfy the current consumer market by offering budget-friendly price points.