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Preventing slips, falls, and injuries with rubberized safety surfacing

December 1, 2012

Splash pads are a fun and affordable addition to a community park or garden, amusement facility, zoo, hotel, or campsite. In fact, with the recent release of new data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) stating children younger than five represent nearly 75 per cent of those most at risk from drowning, splash pads are quickly becoming...

Promoting the benefits of dealing with a pool/spa specialty retailer

December 1, 2012

In 2011, eMarketer reported more than seven out of 10 Internet users are online buyers. It also estimates that 148 million consumers, 14 and older, made at least one online purchase in 2011. And, from 2010 to 2015, nearly 30 million consumers will join the ranks of online buyers, representing a 3.9 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR).

Designing barrier-free pools: A guide for accessible aquatics

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.

Canine therapy pool

December 1, 2012

During the winter of 2010, Mac, a golden retriever, who lives with a family near Severn Bridge, Ont., was struck by a passing vehicle in front of the family’s home on Christmas Eve. Mac was excited to see his master come home and quickly ran to meet him; however, due to some confusion, he accidentally ran onto the road.

The future of saltwater pools

December 1, 2012

In any given season, the swimming pool industry sees its fair share of new products and technologies. Some are fads that come and go, while others such as passive ionizers or biguanides, which were introduced in the ’90s, experience initial rapid growth and then settle into a niche category. A few become really popular because they create real value. Over time their popularity grows and they become established as they evolve to match changing consumer expectations.

A biochemical catalyst for supplemental pool and spa maintenance

December 1, 2012

Applying known technologies to everyday practical uses has become commonplace for consumer products, and enzymes are no exception. Probiotic yogurt, laundry detergent, and shampoos use enzymes because of their effectiveness and versatility. In fact, health store shelves sport enzyme products promising to work all sorts of miracles, including improved digestive systems, strengthening hair and giving it shine, and keeping oils and greases from leaving unsightly stains on clothes allowing them to last longer.

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Preventing slips, falls, and injuries with rubberized safety surfacing

Promoting the benefits of dealing with a pool/spa specialty retailer

Designing barrier-free pools: A guide for accessible aquatics

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

Canine therapy pool

The future of saltwater pools

A biochemical catalyst for supplemental pool and spa maintenance

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