Success in pool and spa management starts before the first bather arrives, advises water testing specialists, Lovibond. Professionals who test early and stay on top of water balance enjoy smooth, trouble free seasons, safe pools and happy swimmers, while others are left catching up. Proactive water testing is essential. Early testing allows you to identify […]
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Red carpet treatment for UK Pool and Spa Awards… A HUGE AUDIENCE PACKED the National Conference Centre venue for the UK Pool & Spa Awards The biggest ever audience gathered for the 2025 UK Pool & Spa Awards and a sensational Xmas themed night of celebration. Now in its 15th year, the event, held at […]
Industry trade event celebrates 30th anniversary… SPATEX, the water leisure industry trade show established and organised by the industry, for the industry, is on its marks for the 30th pearl anniversary celebration of the prestigious event. Over three decades, SPATEX has generated income valued at an estimated ÂŁ12 million with ÂŁ8m spent on expenditure. […]
Autumn presents its own unique set of pool testing challenges. Unpredictable weather, fluctuating usage and reduced staffing levels can all put additional pressure on water quality management. For operators, maintaining high standards at this time of year is not just about compliance, it’s about ensuring safety, protecting pools and spas and preparing for the seasons […]
This year’s annual PWTAG conference is effectively a master class on best practice in achieving optimal pool water quality. World-class Pool Water is on Thursday November 6, once again at Loughborough University’s splendid Holywell Park conference centre. For the first time, schools will be able to participate online in the last afternoon session. Nationally and […]
The demand for fast, accurate, and user-friendly water testing tools continues to grow — particularly in sectors where water quality plays a central role in safety, compliance, and customer experience. Responding directly to that demand, Lovibond® has launched the MD150 6-in-1 photometer, a high- performance, handheld instrument that combines essential testing functions with advanced usability […]
A record number of companies celebrated at the UK Pool & Spa Awards… Demonstrating the broad depth of the multi-million pound wet leisure sector, a record 38 companies were declared winners in the 2024 UK Pool & Spa Awards, presented at the National Conference Centre, Birmingham, in December. The competition, decided by public votes, judges’ […]
SPATEX 2025 sees the official launch of the brand-new MD150 multi-parameter photometer from Lovibond. Visit the show to be one of the first to experience its advanced features and see how it can help with your testing processes. In addition to the launch, Lovibond offering a fun opportunity to win one of our new MD150 […]
The new MD150 multi-parameter photometer, thoughtfully designed to simplify pool and spa water testing. With an intuitive and icon-driven interface, advanced optics, and a durable IP67-rated waterproof design, the MD150 delivers fast, accurate measurements of key pool and spa parameters, including chlorine, pH, and alkalinity, calcium hardness, bromine and cyanuric acid. Its flexibility supports liquid, […]
Pre-registration is advised for Coventry’s SPATEX wet leisure show… When the doors open at the Coventry Building Society Arena, SPATEX visitors can expect a showcase of the latest products and innovations. But, thanks to the support of the Institute of Swimming Pool Engineers, and other industry associations, the event will also see one of the […]









