ALFRESCO TAKE COVER STRAIN

  With over 400 covers already installed in the UK, Alfresco Pools has established itself as the UK’s leading distributor of Coverseal pool covers. Alfresco Pools has worked diligently to earn its reputation for excellence. They are now the go-to choice for those seeking top-tier pool safety solutions offering products with durability and aesthetic-appeal. “It […]

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OCEA’S COVER STORY

Ocea UK has simplified its order-to-delivery process to make it easier than ever to choose its top of the range, fully automatic slatted pool covers. An easy-to-follow, five-step journey takes each quotation from order through production to installation. Every Ocea UK cover is handmade to bespoke sizing in the UK facility in Oxfordshire, which is […]

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INDUSTRY SKILLS CRISIS

Keith Osborne reports on recruitment and retention challenges… The construction industry is estimated to need around 250,000 trade skilled workers over the next four years, in multiple disciplines including wet leisure. Even if you can find candidates to invest in, there is a struggle to provide sufficient resources to train in-house teams, commercial clients and […]

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MODULAR ENCLOSURES

Plastica developed a low-level modular bench enclosure designed in sections to make transportation and installation easier. Manufactured in the UK, this system is ideal for larger outdoor swimming pools with lots of activity. It has a framework made from polished high-grade stainless steel like all our reels, to maximise strength, longevity, and ease of maintenance. […]

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AT YOUR SERVICE

How to make the most of pool and spa service visits… For growing and maintaining a solid brand and a faithful customer base, providing high-quality servicing is an essential. But beware. Without careful management, a number of avoidable mistakes by engineers on site can quickly taint a good reputation. Whether for one-off jobs or seasonal […]

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STAND OUT HEAT PUMP OFFERING

Offering full inverter technology, the vertical design of the Vertigo FI is ideal for installation in confined spaces. Coloured LEDs indicate the running status; green when the set temperature has been reached, blue when the unit is heating and red when the heat pump is out of service Offering an average COP of 7.51 (A15/W26) […]

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RETHINKING THE SALES ROLE

Sales takes a lot of work and effort advises Steve Hasenmueller… I had a flashback recently from when I started my sales career in pools and spas in the early 80’s, and how far the industry has evolved. Back then, people would walk up to a hot tub and ask “what is it?” That certainly […]

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UK PARTNERSHIP BUILDING

The first NIVEKO Pools seminar to be held in the UK offered a combination of education, networking, and entertainment. Hosted by NIVEKO, in association with their UK partners HTP Group, the two-day event brought together pool companies and industry professionals for two days of learning, networking, and entertainment. Held at the Tracy Park Golf & […]

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TRAINING ACADEMY LAUNCHES

Split across two levels, the new Golden Coast Training Academy has been designed to support the pool-building trade by providing a wealth of world-class training opportunities in one place. On the upper floor, a specialised training room is equipped with live controllers, enabling hands-on learning experiences. Meanwhile, on the ground floor, a purpose-built swimming pool […]

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MYRTHA POOLS SPREADS UK WINGS

Founded in 1961 near Lake Garda in Italy, Myrtha Pools is a proud partner of World Aquatics (formerly known as FINA) and has transformed the aquatics industry worldwide with innovative pool design, breakthrough technology and a game-changing approach to sustainability. A one-stop shop, offering design, manufacture, build, and installation, a Myrtha pool is manufactured off-site, […]

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