Jubilee Pool, an iconic feature of the Penzance seafront for 80 years, is undergoing a major renovation, following significant damage suffered during the winter storms of 2014. The ÂŁ2.95 million project includes essential structural improvements and repairs, which will return the lido to its former glory. Works to be completed include: âą Anchoring the pool […]
Author: Ashleigh MacKenzie
Contact with an object, contact with a wall or the floor, slip, human error, contact with another person and water incidents have been outlined as the top six causes of swimming pool accidents. The report, which was developed for Right Directionsâ accident benchmarking platform STITCH, found that swimming pools were the second most likely place […]
ForumPiscine, Italyâs number one trade exhibition for the pool and spa sectors returns this year, and promises to be bigger and better than ever before. Taking place at the Bologna Fair District in Italy from February 18 â 20, this yearâs new and improved âGalleryâ edition will offer more business opportunities for exhibitors and visitors […]
Training is well underway for Plasticaâs Cale Sinfield as he prepares to run the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 24. This will be the second consecutive year that the customer services manager has run the marathon for Phab Kids, a national charity dedicated to promoting and encouraging disabled and non-disabled people to achieve an […]
A businessman has been ordered to pay ÂŁ16,000 for selling hot tubs that he knew were faulty and gave people electric shocks. Ian Crilly, 50, who runs Derby firm Midland Hot Tub Hire, sold one victimâs family a hot tub that shocked her, her mother and her dog. He also sold another to a second […]
Celebrating its 20th anniversary and with the exhibition space sold out some two months early, SPATEX 2016 looks set to be the best ever. Over one hundred companies from the commercial and domestic pool and spa sectors will be exhibiting their latest products and services, encompassing all aspects of water leisure. The exhibition returns to […]
Two of the biggest names in swimming pool ventilation, mobile drying and commercial dehumidification manufacture have joined forces, following their acquisition by new investors. Effective from 20 January 2016, Procuritas Capital Investors V has wholly purchased Calorex Heat Pumps Ltd and the HVAC division of Dantherm A/S. The acquisition of both companies results in a […]
Exeter-based swimming pool and hot tub company, I J Cannings has acquired a rival firm, DP Pools, in a move to expand into Plymouth and South Hants. When Daniel Philips of DP Pools sought a responsible and ethical buyer for his cherished retail business, I J Cannings was the logical choice. Managing director Bradley Cannings […]
London Swimming Pool Company (LSPC) has raised its stainless steel pool game, after becoming an official partner of Berndorf BĂ€derbau, Europeâs premier stainless steel swimming pool manufacturer. The collaboration will see the two companies working together on projects in London and the Home Counties, and will allow LSPC to offer clients bespoke stainless steel pools […]
The team behind the UK Pool & Spa Expo has announced a re-launch of the trade exhibition, including a new name and new dates for 2016. Re-branded as the Hot Tub Living Expo, the show will cover all aspects of spa and hot tub ownership, including water treatment, pumps, tiles, accessories, garden furniture and gazebos. […]
