The Solar Solution
In September last year, the California Energy Commission adopted a set of revised standards aimed at reducing energy consumption and carbon pollution from buildings.
Navigating Rising Pool Costs
Something unexpected is bubbling beneath the surface of pool ownership in 2025, and it has nothing to do with chlorine levels or pH balance. New tariffs on imported pool equipment are reshaping the industry, leading to rising costs, supply chain uncertainty and a push for smarter strategies from pool professionals and homeowners.
PHTA Seeks Comments on Revision of PHTA-12 Standard for Plastering of Swimming Pools
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance is welcoming public review and comments on revisions to the ANSI/APSP/ICC/NPC-12 2016 American National Standard for the Plastering of Swimming Pools and Spas.
PHTA Welcomes Second Round of Comments on PHTA/ICC-4 Standard Revisions
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance is inviting a second round of public review and comments on revisions to the ANSI/APSP/ICC-4 2012 (R2022) American National Standard for Aboveground/Onground Residential Swimming Pools.
Power Women
Powerful women are reshaping the pool industry with their vision and expertise.
PHTA Announces Revision of Plastering Standard, Calls for Committee Participation
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced the upcoming review and revision of ANSI/APSP/ICC/NPC-12 2016 American National Standard for the Plastering of Swimming Pools and Spas and calls for subject matter expert participation in the PHTA-12 standard writing committee.
Picking a Plaster Pump
Choosing a plaster pump may seem like a job in and of itself. Whether you’re upgrading from an older model, replacing broken equipment or making a first-time investment, the best approach is to ask lots of questions so you can understand your options.
PHTA Announces 2023 Award Recipients
The PHTA announced the winners of its 2023 Awards.
PHTA Announces Standard Revision of APSP-11 and Calls for Committee Participation
The PHTA is updating the 2019 Water Quality Standard for Pools and Spas and seeks experts for the PHTA-11 Committee.
Trucking Company Yellow Ceases Operations, to File for Bankruptcy
On July 31, trucking company Yellow — formerly known as YRC Worldwide — announced its plan to file for bankruptcy.
AquaStar Names New Technical Sales Manager
AquaStar Pool Products, Inc. has hired industry veteran Bryan Chrissan to be the national technical sales manager.
Prism Pool Pros Celebrates 20 Years
The Woodland, California-based, company was started in 2003 by Bob Neundorfer and celebrates 20 years of service this year. In 2017, Erik Larum, Neundorfer’s son-in-law, joined the team. The pair put a growth-focused plan in place, quickly moving from one truck with 110 pools to nine trucks with 420 pools. After Neundorfer retired in 2021,…