In an effort to ensure pool/spa owners are aware of the health and safety issues related to backyard pool/spa water maintenance, Health Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) has released a 12-page brochure containing a series of guidelines for pool/spa owners.

For customers of Mermaid Pools and Hot Tubs in Ottawa, next Friday could be their lucky day as the retailer is offering a full refund on swimming pools and/or hot tubs purchased between July 13 and Aug. 6 if the temperature reaches 34 C (93.2 F) on Aug. 16.

The educational program at this year's International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo (IPSPE), to be held Nov. 3-8 in New Orleans, La., is designed specifically for residential/commercial pool, spa and backyard professionals looking to grow their business.

DeltaUV, a manufacturer of residential/commercial ultraviolet (UV) water treatment products, has launched a new website (www.deltauvcommercial.com) to better serve its aquatic facility customers and to increase brand awareness of the company's commercial product lines.

Filbur Manufacturing, a pool and spa filter manufacturer in Buena Park, Calif., has released its latest product catalogue and cross-reference, which includes updated product listings and resources in a more user-friendly format.