Thought Process
In today’s highly competitive business climate, creativity can no longer be limited to artists and inventors. Read more
The Leading Economic Indicators Index came in at 101.2 in July, continuing the trend of decline it has seen since January. Read more
Total housing starts continued to fall in September to a seasonally adjusted 817,000. Read more
Small-Business Optimism Creeps Upward
The Small-Business Optimism Index read-ing for September was 92.9, the second consecutive monthly increase Read more
With just a few days left before the deadline to comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, the Consumer Product Safety Commission has released a statement that offered no clear-cut answers on whether or not non-compliant pools must cl Read more
In spite of a down economy, the International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo was an unqualified success. Read more
In a continued, aggressive commitment toward company growth, Hayward Industries has announced its second acquisition in the past two months Read more
British manufacturer Lucite International Group Ltd. recently was acquired by Japan’s Mitsubishi Rayon Co. Ltd. for $1.6 billion. Read more
To address a spate of pending and anticipated energy legislation, the Northeast Spa & Pool Association is drafting a model code. Read more
Vance Gillette, viewed by many as a visionary voice for the pool and spa industry, has decided to leave his full-time post at Zodiac Pool Systems Inc. Instead, he will act as a consultant for the firm. Read more
Quarterly Market Report: Package Pools
Line by Liner
Package-pool builders and manufacturers are seeking to further blur the lines between vinyl-liner and concrete installations. Read more
Quarterly Market Report: Package Pools
State of the Market
Custom builder Mike Giovanone isn’t worried. Read more
Quarterly Market Report: Package Pools
A Wrinkle in Time
With intricate and vibrant new liner patterns, today’s high-end vinyl pools boast colors and aesthetics on par with many gunite projects. Read more
Quarterly Market Report: Package Pools
Removing Wrinkles
Remove debris: Before the liner is even laid out, remove any loose debris from the pool floor. Read more
After a small improvement in September, the Consumer Confidence Index fell dramatically to an all-time low reading of 38.0 in October. Read more