Ramuc, a manufacturer of pool paints and coatings based in Rockaway, N.J., now offers a complimentary paint chip analysis for pool professional about to embark on re-painting a pool, water slide, fountain or pond.

Simply submit a small paint chip from the surface to the technicians at RAMUC's lab, who will analyze the sample and provide a detailed report of the types of paints on each of the layers. The results include the type of coating(s) that reside on the pool, image dissection showing the layer(s) and types, advice for surface preparation to remedy any existing issues and product recommendations. This service is free of charge, and the analysis is provided within 72 hours.

In other company news, Stephen Schwartz will now be representing the manufacturer's pool paint and coatings products in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. An industry veteran, Stephen has been in the pool and spa business for more than 30 years in various sales management positions, including president of the PROMARK Group in Westport, Conn.