PHTA Supports Bipartisan Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Reauthorization Act
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced its support of the bipartisan Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Reauthorization Act.
Magic Plastics Introduces New QwikLED Lighting Adaptor Plate for Spas
Magic Plastics has launched a smaller version of its popular QwikLED lighting adaptor plate for spas.
PHTA and POOLCORP Launch Women of Water
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance and POOLCORP announced the launch of Women of Water. WOW is a new initiative developed to connect, empower and advocate for women in the pool, spa and hot tub industry through community, education and leadership development.
National Plasterers Council Launches NPC PRO App to Support Pool Pros
The National Plasterers Council has released the first phase of its new mobile app, NPC PRO, designed to support pool professionals with tools and resources in the field.
ISHOF and Fort Lauderdale Celebrate 100 Years of Aquatic History
The International Swimming Hall of Fame and the city of Fort Lauderdale are celebrating 100 years of aquatic legacy.
Natare Becomes 100% Employee-owned
After more than 50 years in business, Natare Pools, a manufacturer of pool equipment and construction systems, has become a 100% employee-owned company.
River Pools Launches New Flat-bottom Model for 2025
River Pools has introduced the A36, the first in a new line of flat-bottom pools, available for the 2025 season.
PHTA Now Accepting Applications For 2025 Greg Garrett Scholarship Award
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Greg Garrett Scholarship Award. This $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to two PHTA members in the builder or service sector to use for PHTA education or certification.
New Texas Pinch A Penny Location Supports Flood Relief
Pinch A Penny, America’s largest franchise pool supply, service and renovation company, celebrated the grand opening of its newest location in Lakeway, Texas, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and donation program on July 8.
Latham Expands Top-selling Astoria Pool Series with New Space-Savvy 12-foot Model
Latham Group, Inc., the largest designer, manufacturer and marketer of in-ground residential swimming pools in North America, Australia and New Zealand, is expanding its Astoria fiberglass pool series with the new Astoria 12 — a 12-foot-by-28-foot pool/spa combination that delivers a variety of features in a compact footprint.
Float Like A Duck Receives 2025 Step Into Swim Grant
Float Like A Duck, a water safety initiative presented by Paragon Pools in Las Vegas, received an $8,000 grant from the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Step Into Swim initiative.
PHTA Welcomes Adam Katchmarchi as Vice President of Educational Development
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced that Adam Katchmarchi has joined the organization as vice president of educational development beginning July 1.