I've spent the last few weeks completely revamping our website, and now that I have something worth showing I started doing some research on search engine optimization. That's when I stumbled across this little gem.
I would like to know from everyone what industry shows-expos do you either exhibit or attend and why? With so many shows to choose from I would like to know the pros and cons of industry related shows.
Read more…So, I'm working on my website, and I made a section where people can see our selection of liner patterns in a real pool. I'm missing some patterns though. Here's what I'm missing:
I noticed a press release from Mirage Brands on Dec. 3 (http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1689504.htm) and then from Doheny's Water Warehouse on Dec. 4(http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1697574.htm) that there was e new web retailer
Read more…Hi all - great news: NSPF has just announced it has approval as an authorized provider for IACET Approved Continuing Education Unit Credits (CEUs). Here's the press release:This means industry members can learn through NSPF and earn CEUs!You can read
Read more…Coming early 2009, February 20 to 22, FORUMPISCINE - a new event from Piscine Oggi, the publication in Italy - dedicated to the world of water: technology, design, projects, realization and management of pools and aquatic centers will be the center o
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Read more…If you aren't on our NSPF press distribution, you haven't heard that NSPF is offering a FREE World Aquatic Health Conference- you can listen to the keynote address by Stephen Blair revealing compelling new science that proves that swimming can help u
Read more…In new construction how do we field confirm a main drain plumbing in parallel per APSP/ANSI Entrapment 7 standards applied?lets say 75 gpm design flow and 20% ( or 15gpm ) is to flow through a 2" schedule 40 pvc pipe 30 feet from the equipment pad in
Read more…Why does our industry fight change? Throughout my career in this industry the one thing I have noticed is the fear of change? Without progress we all would still be trying to make the wheel round. Without change we would still be using asbestos as a
Read more…I myself have not yet blogged... maybe this is the beginning :) I know that Rex and Ray have some great knowledge about blogging, and will help guide those of us who decide to start a blog on best practices etc. Here's something that came over from S
Read more…In Arizona traditional swimming pool financing (20 year, fixed rate, under 10%, 100% LTV & 100% add back for the amount of the pool) is all but non-existant. I am looking to see what other parts of the country are doing to obtain financing for their
Read more…I know it seems melodramatic, but follow me here.....I have to admit, I’m a fan of that network. It might be due to me being in the “house flipping” business a few years back, but most of the shows seem to have good industry insight and ideas.It seem
Read more…For dealers NOT selling stoves, this might be a good year to get into this product category. LauriePresident Bush signs tax credit for wood, pellet stovesHPBA and Pellet Fuels Institute succeeded in including the tax credit in Energy Tax Extenders bi
Read more…A BRIEF UPDATE ON SEVERAL FRONTS:Cal Poly / CECThe final report on the spa energy testing performed this summer has been issued by Cal Poly. The APSP CEC Spa Committee negotiated with Pacific Gas & Electric, a clarification to the Title 20 ruling tha
Read more…This forum is dedicated for the discussion successful marketing techniques and strategies. Here's the catch, your marketing endeavor must cost less than $100.00 to implement.I encourage you to share your brightest/creative ideas whether your marketin
Read more…Each area of the country is reacting differently. How is the pool industry doing where you are?
Read more…If you are a member of the "pool industry" community, you have found your home.
This is a network of pool builders, service professionals, retailers, and pool sales reps,…
Swimming pools are often associated with luxury, relaxation, and endless summer fun. But there's more than just the allure of crystal-clear water that leads a…
The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry is coming back! JSPSI, a peer-reviewed technical journal, began in 1995 as a subscription-supported print-based publication. It contained articles at a technical…
All pool plaster finishes should last 20 years or more. However, some last only 5 to 7 years, and some less than a year before the plaster surface deteriorates, discolors, and looks terrible.
Why the difference? Very often, plaster…
For 50 years, the pool industry has considered pool water within an LSI of -0.3 and +0.5 to be acceptable and balanced. But recently, and without providing any supporting science or research, the NPC is trying to convince the industry that any…
There are two important issues involved when trying to achieve quality colored pool plaster that will remain durable, attractive, and the proper shade for many years.
The first issue is to utilize superior workmanship practices to achieve…
