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Spa Industry Spotlight

As one retailer put it, these are “very wonky times” for the spa industry. Between mergers and acquisitions, demand decreases and economic concerns, the industry is trying to find its new normal as manufacturers and retailers prepare for the next 18 months.

Safety from Showrooms to Soaks

Whether it’s solving day-to-day problems or plotting long-term growth, spa retailers have a lot of priorities but chief among them is workplace safety.

Features Retail Stars

Paradise LeisureScapes | Canadian Business Won’t Rest on its Laurels

While Mike Isley didn't foresee a career in the hot tub industry, he always desired to work for a small business. His path led him from the retail department at Paradise LeisureScapes to becoming a partner around 15 years ago, and it's been a thrilling journey.

Trucking Company Yellow Ceases Operations, to File for Bankruptcy

On July 31, trucking company Yellow — formerly known as YRC Worldwide — announced its plan to file for bankruptcy....

Getting Pumped

Due to economic turmoil and the European energy crisis, spa manufacturers and retailers are looking at heat pump options a lot more closely.

The Industry Pitches In

FluidraIn partnership with the 3Dcovid19.tech “Printing to Save Lives” initiative, Fluidra is making consumables and valves for ICU standard ventilators...

Meet the New Leaders of the International Hot Tub Association

The International Hot Tub Association, an affiliate organization of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, exists to protect the hot tub industry and increase awareness of the health and wellness benefits of hot tubs.

Triumph Over Chaos

Hectic is how I would describe the beginning of 2025, at least for me. I’m thrilled to say our art director, Brittany Moses, welcomed a baby boy in February! But that joy comes with a bit of chaos while she’s on maternity leave.

PHTA news

PHTA Announces Standard Revision of APSP-11 and Calls for Committee Participation

PHTA plans to revise the 2019 Water Quality Standard for Pools and Spas (ANSI/APSP/ICC-11) and seeks experts for the PHTA-11 Committee.

Watt’s Next?

The spa industry may soon face a dilemma for retailers and consumers alike: energy consumption.

inventory and sales

Spa Dealers Find Sales and Promotions Help Manage Inventory

Spa companies may need to get creative when considering ways to bring in customers and move inventory.

The Trouble with Warranty Work

What the hot water industry boils down to is simple: It makes and sells large appliances. Sometimes, appliances break. And...

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