March 15 2012 Table of Contents

“Every Child A Swimmer.” Read more

During this past Atlantic City show, I was in a souvenir shop when a Christmas tree ornament caught my eye. It was a small mouse wearing a Santa hat and holding a sign that read, “Be Merry.” Read more

The question of regulation for the pool and spa industry comes up again and again, and I think it will continue to do so until we get it right. Read more

A controversial piece of energy legislation is on its way to being scrapped after less than two months on the books. Read more

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is planning to assign the well-known Energy Star designation to qualifying pool pumps. Read more

Some of Florida’s top pool builders are concerned about the potential impact of new statewide energy requirements. Read more

Pool product giant Hayward Industries and Israeli pool-cleaner manufacturer Maytronics Ltd. have stopped exploring the possibility of a merger agreement. Read more

New requirements imposed by the Internal Revenue Service this year have pool retailers checking their books with extra care. Read more

Martin Coles has helped develop worldwide megabrands Nike and Pepsi. Read more

The federal government has removed existing pools from its residential language for the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. Read more

Incorporating outdoor products such as gazebos, furniture and barbecues can boost revenue for pool and spa professionals. Read more

Even a well-scrubbed pool can fall victim to metal or mineral deposits every so often. Read more

In practical terms, there isn’t much difference between scale and encrustation — service technicians use both terms to refer to calcium-based buildup on pool surfaces and equipment. Read more

Back in the old days, leak detection hinged on a good eye and a syringe of dye. Read more

When Boomer Esiason has trouble with one of his hot tubs, the ex-Cincinnati Bengals quarterback calls on his old roommate Jim Riggs for a quick refresher. Read more