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| CHTT Course at FPSIE rescheduled for December
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Great News! The Foundation for Pool & Spa Industry Education (FPSIE) has rescheduled APSP University's CHTT Certified Hot Tub Technician course at their education center in Sacramento, California for Dec. 5-6. Earn 24 CEUs and master the essentials of hot tub and water chemistry, electrical systems, circulation and filtration plus learn tips and tricks for basic repair. Learn more and register at FPSIE.org or call 916.922.8895.
| APSP University updated online Certified Maintenance Specialist Course coming soon
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APSP
APSP University is in the process of updating its online CMS Certified Maintenance Specialist Course. The new online format features videos, interactive exercises and knowledge quizzes. Students will be able to purchase the full course or specific modules of the course such as water quality, structures, pool math or safety. Within the next year, APSP will release its PSCC Pool & Spa Construction Course, CST Certified Service Technician Course and CHTT Certified Hot Tub Technician Course in the updated format. For more information, email Alex Antoniou.
| APSP's 2017 AOE Fan Favorite voting ends this Friday
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Don't forget to vote for your favorite 2017 AOE installation! Voting ends this Friday, Oct. 27 at 5 p.m. After three weeks of voting, Superior Pools of Southwest Florida is in the lead followed by Presidential Pools. During the 2017 APSP Awards ceremony on Oct. 31, we'll reveal the winner. Check back in upcoming enewsletters to see who won. Submit your vote once per day at APSP.org/FanFavorite. For more information, email Lorna Watkins.
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| APSP offers CEUs at upcoming fall and winter courses
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Don't let your APSP University certification expire! If your certification is expiring in December, make sure that you have the 24 continuing education hours (CEUs) you need keep it. Earn all 24 hours by taking an upcoming live virtual or online self-paced course.
Live Virtual Courses
Online Self-Paced Courses
Check out all of our upcoming courses here. For more information email APSP University or call Ana Hernandez at 703.647.2549.
| Don't forget to register for these APSP courses and events
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The 2017 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo is just a week away. Before you go, make sure that you register for these APSP sessions and events.
Wednesday, Nov. 1
Thursday, Nov. 2
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The Hayward HCP 3000 Series pumps provide class-leading performance and efficiency for any commercial pool. The first pump with a 3” union to deliver 250 gpm at 60’ head, the HCP 3000 also features a removable strainer basket for unmatched installation versatility. With a TEFC motor and chemical-resistant Vitron® seal, they win in durability as well.
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| APSP Award Winner Spotlight — CSP of the Year
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Rebecca Smith of Splash Pool Management Co. in Dallas, Georgia has been named the Certified Service Professional of the Year. Smith is a longtime APSP member and has maintained an active presence in the association on both national and local levels. One of the highlights of her service with APSP's Georgia Chapter is helping the Make-A-Wish Foundation fulfill more wishes from children in need. We will celebrate Rebecca and all of our APSP Award Winners on Tuesday, October 31 at the APSP Awards Reception. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2018 CSP of the Year. Download the forms here. For more information, visit APSP.org/Awards or email awards@apsp.org.
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| Sponsor Spotlight — Nordic Hot Tubs
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| Member Perk$ — HomeAdvisor
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Ready to work smarter? Stop by the APSP booth #1955 at the International Pool ǀ Spa ǀ Patio Expo November 1st through 3rd. Learn why HomeAdvisor is the No. 1 marketplace for project ready homeowners to connect with pre-screened pros, and enter for a chance to win some great prizes! With over 1 million real-time project requests submitted each month, and the ability for homeowners to book directly on your calendar, HomeAdvisor can help you find more job opportunities closer to home.
When you sign up, you'll also enjoy: Your business listing in the nation's top directory of home service pros, a custom profile to showcase your work, verified ratings and reviews to build trust, free access to the Pro Mobile App, and more!
Get started by clicking here or call us at 844.303. 1453.
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The Genesis Blu Fusion is a powerful saltwater bromine generator that uses Dead Sea salt to create silky smooth, safe, clean water without any chlorine. The unit installs in just 20 minutes on any spa and reduces water changes to just once per year, saving thousands of gallons of water.
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The borate technology in ProTeam’s multi-performance High Tech Tabs will keep your customers’ pools in balance.
The consumer rebates will keep their checkbooks in balance too.
High Tech Tabs are the key to the ProTeam four-step program. Check out the entire line at www.proteampoolcare.com or email marketing@havilandusa.com.
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| 4 new fact sheets available
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APSP
The APSP Recreational Water Quality Committee (RWQC) just released four new APSP Fact Sheets you should download and use. These fact sheets provide technical information on important issues you deal with daily.
Bromine: Revised July 2017
Learn more about bromine sanitization used in swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa: Revised 2017
Discover what you need to know to protect yourself and your clients from waterborne disease outbreaks.
Water Balances Index: Revised September 2017
Find out what you need to know about maintaining proper pool/spa water balance to help prevent calcium carbonate from developing or to prevent calcium from being removed from pool surfaces.
Flooded Swimming Pools and Spas: Created September 2017
Protect yourself and others by knowing how to address flooded swimming pool and spa issues in the following areas: electrical, personal and chemical safety, delayed repair of flooded swimming pools or spas, repairing a flooded swimming pool or spa, hard surface clean up, electrical components and remediating pool and spa water.
For a full list of APSP Fact Sheets, visit APSP.org.
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Latham Pool Products Inc., North America's largest manufacturer of inground residential swimming pools, announced that, effective immediately, President & CEO Mark Laven will become the Chairman of the Board. Latham's Board of Directors, Laven and Stephen Welborn, Managing Director at Wynnchurch Capital (the company's private equity partner), have appointed Scott Rajeski to succeed Laven in the President & CEO position. Rajeski has been CFO at Latham since 2012.
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SAFETY COVER SEASON HAS ARRIVED!
Did you know? Associated Leisure – Northeastern Swimming Pool Distributors is now suppling HPI ASTM approved safety covers. We have perfected our program to meet & exceed all your expectations! We STOCK popular sizes in Rectangles and Grecians and Custom covers ship within 5 days. Did we mention we offer shipping guarantees? Let us quote you today!
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Resort quality Pacific pool chaise lounge is now available for quick delivery. Adjustable to 5 positions and folds flat for more comfortable sun bathing. Recessed wheels make it easy to move around. Sun lounger stacks for easy storage. High quality marine grade sling dries quick and doesn't stick to bare skin. Frame made of marine grade resin. Contact us for reselling information.
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Pool and Spa News
Don’t be surprised when a customer gives you a smartphone app instead of a key to enter through the side gate. Several brands of Bluetooth-enabled padlocks promise homeowners more security minus the hassle of those pesky keys.
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Aquatics International
A new method of swim instruction gives a whole new meaning to the term "doggy paddle." Encore, or Cori for short, is an integral part of the Special Fishies Aquatic Freedom and Education program in Southern California. The yellow lab helps keep kids calm in the water after a little one-on-one bonding. She even sports a lifejacket and goggles so that kids can get comfortable putting on swim equipment.
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By Emma Fitzpatrick
 Remember way back when Instagram announced it was testing shoppable posts? Then, Instagram selected 20 big businesses — like Kate Spade, Lulus and Warby Parker — to try the feature. Now that the feature's perfected, it's your turn! When users click your picture, they'll see your tagged products, a short description and a cost. If users want to purchase it, they just tap to buy the product within the Instagram app. Ready to start?
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By Dale Willerton and Jeff Grandfield
 For many commercial tenants, negotiating a good lease or lease renewal against an experienced agent or landlord can be a challenge. While an entrepreneur focuses on marketing and managing, savvy real estate agents and brokers are specialized salespeople. Their job is to sell tenants on leasing their location at the highest possible rental rate. Whether you are leasing a new location for the first time or negotiating a lease renewal for your business, here are three money-saving tips.
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| SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT |
By Catherine Iste
 Not every employee is a forever employee. Some hires are perfect for different times in the organization. Making a forever employee out of a for now employee is possible, but the key is to hire the right employee for each business phase. This two-part series will explain the difference between for now and forever employees and how to tailor the hiring process to capture the most appropriate candidates.
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Forbes
Most people are at least somewhat aware that the U.S. shale oil boom has resulted in lower fuel prices at the pump. But they are probably less familiar with the economic impacts of the shale gas boom.
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Reuters
The U.S government issued a rare public warning that sophisticated hackers are targeting energy and industrial firms, the latest sign that cyber attacks present an increasing threat to the power industry and other public infrastructure. The Department of Homeland Security and Federal Bureau of Investigation warned in a report distributed by email that the nuclear, energy, aviation, water and critical manufacturing industries have been targeted along with government entities in attacks dating back to at least May.
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| SHAREABLE CONTENT OF THE WEEK |
Aqua Magazine
The project looks clean and elegant, but make no mistake: It certainly wasn't easy to achieve. A small 20-by-30 foot deck, unusual material selections, a concurrent interior remodel and a homeowner's association were just a few challenges the Pool Environments team (Plano, Texas) faced. Then add in the height factor. This project was 270 feet, or seven stories, off the ground.
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