Hearings This Week to Decide on ICC Adoption of ANSI-7 Standard
APSP will present its case for adoption of the ANSI-7 standard for suction entrapment avoidance at the International Code Council (ICC) code hearings this week. The ICC Code Development Hearings are being held February 18 - March 1 in Palm Springs, CA, and APSP’s delegation of members expects to address the ICC committees on February 20. APSP believes it has an excellent chance of success at this year’s ICC hearings. MORE
Three Advertising Agencies in Running for Hot Tub Industry Growth Campaign
The Marketing Taskforce of the APSP Hot Tub Council, working with agency search partner Hasan + Co, has narrowed the search for an advertising agency to drive the branding and advertising component of the hot tub industry growth initiative to three candidates. The Richards Group, Blattner Brunner, and Carton Donofrio Partners will each present at the industry meeting set for Alexandria, VA on March 26, 2008 where a final agency decision will be made. Only firms who have contributed start-up funds to the initiative will be entitled to a vote in the agency selection process. For more information on the initiative click HERE or visit APSP.org.
Southeast Drought Continues to Make Headlines
USA Today Story/Weather Channel
Although Georgia Governor Perdue recently lifted the ban on outdoor pools for the summer, the historic drought gripping much of the Southeast continues to make headlines in consumer media across the nation. Notably, a recent article in USA Today and a Georgia Weather Channel broadcast discuss the pros and cons of water-saving strategies that states are considering.
To view the entire articles, click on the links below:
http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid823425597/bclid877032950/bctid1418943964
http://www.usatoday.com/weather/drought/2008-02-11-drought_N.htm
APSP Alerts the Industry about Pool & Spa Safety Act through Meetings, Website
APSP is continuing its communication and outreach about the Pool and Spa Safety Act, with APSP’s Technical Committee Chairman Steve Barnes and APSP staff giving presentations at several upcoming industry venues, including APSP chapter meetings and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) National Aquatic Conference. APSP is also publishing on APSP.org several membership information documents that will provide specific guidance about how to comply with the new federal requirements for retrofitting public pools with ASME-compliant safety covers. MORE
APSP Manufacturers Council Welcomes New Members
At its meeting in Atlantic City last month, the APSP Manufacturers Council (MC) welcomed two new members. Richard Rosene of Solar Sun Rings, Inc. and Eric Schechter of G.A.M.E.(Great American Merchandise & Events) have now joined with 18 other APSP member manufacturers to define Council priorities and lead industry initiatives. One vacant seat remains on Council at the present time. The MC will next meet in Chicago on May 13-14, 2008. For more information contact Lauren Stack.
Region 3 Houston Chapter Meeting Highlights
The APSP Greater Houston Chapter’s recent meeting had over 100 attendees. Sound pool design and construction is a hot topic among APSP members and the local chapter. Listening to the concerns of their members, the chapter invited David Eastwood, PE, to discuss prudent practices and guidelines for inground pool construction. Mr. Eastwood is the president and chief engineer of Geotech Engineering and Testing (GET). For more information on structuring an issues-based meeting, please contact Regional Manager Pam Vinje. MORE.
Sponsorship and Promotional Opportunities at the APSP Live Workshops
If your company is an exhibitor at the 2008 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo, you now have a highly visible, cost-effective opportunity to sponsor and present a hands-on demonstration of your products in a job-site atmosphere. The APSP Live Workshops, presented by the APSP Builders Council and APSP Service Council, are strategically located on the show floor with bleacher seating for attendees.
As the sponsor, you will receive:
• Your product-specific 40-minute workshop
• Public-address announcements of your workshop title and start time
• Recognition on event signage
• Recognition in the Expo Brochure and Program & Event Guide
All sponsorships ($1,600 per workshop) are non-refundable. For more information about opportunities, send an e-mail to sales@poolspapatio.com or call 888.869.8522 or 972.536.6350.
Water Quality Committee Meets Next Month to Review ANSI Canvass Comments
The Recreational Water Quality (RWQ) Committee will address questions submitted from the national ANSI canvass of the APSP draft standard for water quality at its meeting March 11-12 in Atlanta. The comments were submitted in December during the first ANSI ballot. MORE.
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