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Pleatco names 2012 PoolGuy/Gal contest winners

December 27, 2012

Pleatco, a cartridge filter manufacturing company in Glen Cove, N.Y., has announced the 2012 winners of its fifth annual Perfect PoolGuy/Gal contest.

Gib-San Pools achieves third ISO registration certificate

December 12, 2012

Gib-San Pools Ltd., a Canadian custom pool builder, recently acquired its third International Organization of Standardization (ISO) certification with the completion of the Environmental ISO 14001 registration.

Storing vendor information in one database can be a powerful tool for pool/spa retailers

December 1, 2012

Most specialty retailers use some type of business management software. Whether it is a pool and spa, backyard living, or hearth and home business, almost all have a point-of-sale (POS) and/or accounting program. Unfortunately, not all companies have taken the time to find a software program, which integrates all aspects of the business into one place. Owners/operators who have employed this type of software have discovered they can spend less time working ‘in’ the business and more time developing the business by expanding their product and service offerings.

DeltaUV, Sales Link agree to marketing deal

November 21, 2012

DeltaUV, a manufacturer of residential and commercial ultraviolet (UV) water treatment products in Gardena Calif., has signed an agreement with Sales Link Inc., to market the company’s products in the western U.S.

New outdoor pool to be built in western Ontario

November 5, 2012

The municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc, just west of London, Ont., is getting a new public swimming pool; however, the idea of an indoor aquatic facility is no longer in the picture.

APSP starts search for new CEO

October 24, 2012

The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals’ (APSP’s) board of directors has started its search for a successor to current president and chief executive officer (CEO) William Weber in preparation for his departure late next year.

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Storing vendor information in one database can be a powerful tool for pool/spa retailers

DeltaUV, Sales Link agree to marketing deal

New outdoor pool to be built in western Ontario

APSP starts search for new CEO

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