September 14 2012 Table of Contents

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Beauty of the Edge Design/Construction Beauty of the Edge

It never hurts a pool designer or contractor to become known for doing something special and exceptionally well. Read more

Overflowing in Style Design/Construction Overflowing in Style

It is always interesting to follow the design process on a project. Read more

More Than Talent Editor's Note More Than Talent

When I was in my 20s, I wrote a novel and was fortunate enough to have it published. Read more

Pool Industry Expo: The Kickoff Events Pool Industry Expo: The Kickoff

For many, Pool Industry Expo kicks off the annual trade show season, and it’s certainly a beautiful way to start. Read more

Touring Pools with Steve Sargent Design/Construction Touring Pools with Steve Sargent

Rebecca Robledo, design/construction editor of Pool & Spa News, recently enjoyed a ride-along with Steve Sargent, president of Elite Custom Pools in Lake Forest, Calif. Steve builds some of the most high-end pools in Orange County. Read more

IPSSA Studies Replacement Motors Industry News IPSSA Studies Replacement Motors

In the hopes of spurring utilities to offer rebates on multiple-speed replacement motors, the Independent Pool & Spa Service Association conducted a study examining the performance of these components. Read more

In Memoriam: Ben Solakian Industry News In Memoriam: Ben Solakian

Industry pioneer Ben Solakian died July 14. He was 80. Read more

Groups Call for Hotel Pool Boycott Industry News Groups Call for Hotel Pool Boycott

Members of four disability-rights groups are boycotting a number of hotels over disagreements about pool-lift policies. Read more

Former Olympic Coach Suspended in Sex Scandal Industry News Former Olympic Coach Suspended in Sex Scandal

The USA Swimming sexual abuse scandal has escalated further, as allegations about another respected coach prompted a new investigation. Read more

Industry Sees Increase in Copper Theft Industry News Industry Sees Increase in Copper Theft

It sounds like a scene taken straight from “Mission Impossible.” Read more

Ideal Customer? Business Ideal Customer?

Starting pool service for a new customer involves liability risks beyond what’s normally encountered with an existing customer. Read more

The Saga of Meatball Special Report The Saga of Meatball

In California and Nevada, there are 25,000 to 35,000 wild black bears. Read more

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