Pool & Spa News articles from August 2006

Pool & Spa News archives from August 2006

Southwest market in question.(MAKING NEWS)
August 7, 2006... As the economy in parts of California and Arizona shows signs of softening, some builders question if 2006 pool sales will be as robust as years past. In Sacramento, Calif., for instance, housing starts are down 40 percent in the first...

A turning point.(REFLECTIONS)
August 7, 2006... When I was 21 years old, I made a terrible mistake. I had a job back then tending bar in a restaurant near UCLA. I was young, dumb and eager to be liked. The place was popular with students and our role was to sell them expensive drinks, only...

Pentair ordered to pay $193 million.(MAKING NEWS)
August 7, 2006... In June, industry giant Pentair Inc. was hit with a $193 million judgment. The case stemmed from a 1994 outbreak of Legionnaires' disease on a cruise ship. One person died and several fell sick with the illness, which was found to be...

Leading economic index nudges upward.(MAKING NEWS)
August 7, 2006... Leading Economic Index Nudges Upward After two consecutive declines, the U.S. Leading Economic Indicators Index nudged skyward 0.1 percent in June. Though the index hasn't surpassed its most recent high, attained in January, six of the...

WHO issues safety guidelines.(MAKING NEWS)
August 7, 2006... The World Health Organization has published health and safety guidelines for pools and spas. It is the first international standard created to minimize hazards associated with aquatic recreation. The document, Guidelines for Safe...

Housing starts dip.(MAKING NEWS)
August 7, 2006... Housing Starts Dip Total housing starts dropped 53 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.85 million units. Breaking that number down further, single-family housing starts slid 6.5 percent; however, multifamily...

Furniture show markets to backyard retailers.(MAKING NEWS)
August 7, 2006... Organizers of the upcoming International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market hope to broaden its appeal this year by bringing together experts in all areas of the backyard. "There are so many retailers who are crossing over into casual...

SeaKlear undergoes expansion.(MAKING NEWS)
August 7, 2006... SeaKlear, a specialty chemical manufacturer based in Redmond, Wash., has opened a new facility on the East Coast, increased its sales staff and expanded into a new product market. Earlier this year, SeaKlear opened a new manufacturing...

SPEC lays groundwork for future.(MAKING NEWS)
August 7, 2006... Don Burns is looking at the long-term future of SPEC, the California lobbying group he has been running for more than three decades. Burns, who is 77, hopes to retire from his position as president/CEO in the next few years. Though no...

Blue Hawaiian names 'Elite Dealers'.
August 7, 2006... Cancun, Mexico, formed the backdrop for Blue Hawaiian Fiberglass Pools' annual meeting to honor the participants of its 2005 Elite Dealer Promotion. These were individuals who met or exceeded their sales goals last year, and this five-day...

Indoor pool blamed in building collapse.
August 7, 2006... Chemicals used to treat the water in an indoor pool are the suspects in the collapse of a 20-year-old building in Branson, Mo. Firefighters responded to the Blue Bayou Motel after the building that housed a pool tumbled down. No one was inside...

Say what!
August 7, 2006... "I put in 60 to 65 hours a week and the hot tub is like a little piece of heaven. I just come home, leave the phones in the house, get out there and relax. It has a built-in stereo system, so I can put in a CD, and the sound curves right around...

Cal Spas honors top dealers.
August 7, 2006... At the Cal Spas Expo, a four-day event in the Ontario (Calif.) Convention Center, the manufacturer singled out its top dealers with awards for excellence in sales. The event included a private concert by Glenn Frey of the Eagles and a...

An expo slate for every taste.
August 7, 2006... Pool and spa professionals seeking a fully accredited, multitrack educational program on industry topics should plan to attend the International Pool & Spa Expo/ Backyard Living Expo Nov. 28 to Dec. 1. At the Las Vegas Convention Center, there...

CMP's Chinese plant is ISO 9001-2000 certified.
August 7, 2006... Custom Molded Products announced that its Shanghai, China, production facility recently achieved ISO 9001-2000 certification. CMP, a Tyrone, Ga.-based manufacturer of plastic components for the spa, pool and bath industries, stated that the ISO...

Vailes brothers create a one-stop shop: these two brothers and lifelong best friends discover that if you want something done right, you have to do it yourself.(PEOPLE)
August 7, 2006... Many homeowners can commiserate with brothers Chuck and Robert Vailes. You hire a contractor to work on your property so you won't have to worry about it. Unfortunately, the project sometimes becomes a bigger headache than if you'd...

S.R. Smith appoints Bonander.
August 7, 2006... James Bonander is the new director of engineering for S.R. Smith's residential and commercial divisions. He will concentrate on the firm's expanded line of deck equipment products. Bonander holds four patents, according to the Canby, Ore.-based...

Acu-Trol hires Jones.
August 7, 2006... Christine Jones has been hired as the Human Resources and Accounting manager at Acu-Trol Programmable Controllers. She will be responsible for managing all financial transactions and providing each customer with personal assistance on their...

Artistry in Mosaics taps McGinty.
August 7, 2006... Mark McGinty is the newest member of the Artistry in Mosaics Inc. team. As key accounts manager, be will be focusing his efforts on distributors in the southeastern United States. Artistry in Mosaics is based in Fort Pierce, Fla.

A&A Manufacturing welcomes Carbajal.
August 7, 2006... Luis Carbajal is the new supervisor of A&A's Design Department, but he will be continuing to design in-floor cleaning systems. Previously, Carbajal designed streets and neighborhoods with a Scottsdale, Ariz., civil engineering company. He...

Lightenberg joins Loop-Loc Ltd.
August 7, 2006... A 25-year industry veteran. Christopher Lightenberg has joined Loop-Loc Ltd. as a sales representative. He will be responsible for managing all aspects of the company's sales in the New Jersey-Pennsylvania territory. Lightenberg is the founder...

Fowler wins Blue Hawaiian award.
August 7, 2006... Deitrick Fowler has received Blue Hawaiian Fiberglass Pools' "Difference Maker Award." The quarterly honor is presented by the Largo, Fla.-based manufacturer to the hourly employee who has made a difference, exceeding management's expectation....

Cloudy no more.(NEW PRODUCTS)
August 7, 2006... AquaChek offers the Blue Test Strip; product tests for biguanide, pH and total alkalinity; packaged with 25 strips per bottle; uses a two-part test; helps users know when to add more biguanide Contact: AquaChek, (888) 278-2243;...

The sconce effect.(NEW PRODUCTS)
August 7, 2006... Structure Studios has released an update to its "Pool Studio" software; among the changes, a sconce effect waterfeature has been added to its Visual Features Library; this waterfeature is similar to a deck jet, but specifically created for...

Bird lover's favorite.(NEW PRODUCTS)
August 7, 2006... Cricket Forge introduces the Heron Table; handcrafted steel; available in unfinished steel or weatherproofed with zinc galvanizing and two-part epoxy painted; manufacturer offers long-lasting exterior finish; use indoors or outdoors ...

Hawaiian dream.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... Blue Hawaiian Fiberglass Pools has added seven one-piece fiberglass pools and five spas to its 2006 lineup; among the newcomers are one-piece combos with spa or children's wading pool, or a waterfeature, and some models also have a wet tanning...

Classic beauty.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... Canadian General-Tower Ltd. presents the Century pool-liner pattern; classic tile design has the look of Carved stone; coo[ gray and blue colors match this year's coping and deck colors; newest addition to the 2006 Tower Collection of pool...

Relax in comfort.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... Quaker Plastic Corp. offers the Roman Stair with Twin Seats; equipped with insets for hydrotherapy jets; flat area on bottom step riser is designed for light installation; comes with patented Total Liner Care (TLC) feature to protect pool...

Sweep away that mess.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... Water Tech offers the Blue Pearl Robotic CLeaner; uses the latest robotic technology; offers one- to three-hour variable cleaning; climbing brushes reach tough spots on pool walls; works with an external timer; comes with automatic safety...

Sparkling clean.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... Jandy offers AquaLink RS PureLink; integrated water purification system for pools and spas; incorporates the AquaPure system, a salt-chlorine generator and the AquaLink RS control; an easy-to-install system that provides lower setup costs and...

Gettin' gritty.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... Grit-Gitter offers the Grit-Gitter Underwater Vacuum; cleans unwanted debris in pools and spas; the small, 9-inch product is designed to vacuum filter compartments, steps, tight corners and hard-to-reach areas; no batteries necessary and...

Kiss the cook.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... MHP Products introduces the Chef's Choice hybrid cast aluminum gas grill; features 574-square-inch cooking area; one infrared burner and two stainless steel oval burners; patented "SearMagic" cooking grids/warming rack; available in natural or...

Mineral magic.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... King Technology offers Pool Frog XL Pro; patented mineral technology; larger 7-pound chlorine pack for extended life on inground pools up to 40,000 gallons; designed to control bacteria and help keep pH in line while reducing chlorine use up to...

Fun in the sun.(New Products)
August 7, 2006... Poolmaster presents Arena-Pro Poolside Basketball; provides see-through appearance with a structurally reinforced composite backboard; frame is made of nylon/fiberglass; backboard measures 38 1/2 inches wide by 25 1/2 inches high; sturdy base...

Fun yet formal: an award-winning naturescape complements a formal home while hosting playtime for the kids.(DESIGN CORNER)
August 7, 2006... DESIGNER Stephen J. Miller, owner-designer, Stephen J. Miller Enterprises Inc., Mahwah, N.J. THE INTENT The client wanted a feature-packed backyard with a natural look. The aquascape needed to provide a calming and elegant...

Nature's way: using enzymes to break down contaminants will reduce scum lines, extend filter cycles and improve the speed of your service.(TECHNICALLY SPEAKING)
August 7, 2006... Many maintenance problems facing service professionals relate directly to the organic load in a pool and its systems. The greater the amount of organic contaminants (body oils, suntan lotions, hair products, pollen, smog, insects and the like),...

Reading the rainbow: choosing the right colors for an aquascape can intimidate even seasoned professionals. In the first of a two-part series, Pool & Spa News shows how to select the proper palette in backyard design.(Designing With COLOR)
August 7, 2006... Gary Nannini knew he was in trouble when a home designer in California told him to build a "white" pool. "Everything in the home was white--carpets, walls, furniture--so everything we did was white," says the owner of Pool Art by Gary...

The finish line: exposed aggregate has surpassed white plaster as the No. 1 finish for pools. Our exclusive survey reveals why--and more.(SURVEY: Plaster Aggregates)
August 7, 2006... A decade ago, white plaster, aka marcite, was king. Today, aggregate finishes such as pebbles, quartz and marble reign supreme--though plaster certainly still plays a major role. Aggregate finishes are nosing out plaster as the most...

Coming clean: these sanitizing products have a proven industry track record. Understanding what they can and can't do is the key to successful use.(Close Up: Sanitizing Equipment)
August 7, 2006... Maintaining pristine, healthy water is the goal of every service technician and pool owner. But which products are the most effective for accomplishing that goal? Nowadays, there are more choices than ever before. To take some of the...

Balboa.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: MoodEFX LED Lighting Features: digital, color-changing light show for hot tubs; wide array of preprogrammed light shows includes color washes, randomly changing hues and cross fades; no moving parts Contact: Balboa, Tustin,...

Crystal Fountains.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: LED Spot and Floodlights Features: enables designers to customize waterfeatures with different dramatic colors and effects; RGB control mixes primary colors to render millions of possibilities; lower maintenance costs;...

EasyPro Pond Products.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Large Mag Drive Pumps Features: quiet pumping; energy-efficient; designed to run vertical or horizontal, external or submersed; expands the mag drive selection to 13 models, ranging from 45- up to 6,700 gph Offerings: two-year...

BluWorld.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Gardenfall Features: blends a contemporary shape with water flowing down a glass panel; deep-etched art images of tropical plants; clear or mirrored surface; reservoir is made of stainless steel and finished with a powder coating;...

Custom Cascades.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: The Waterfall Features: manufacturer offers waterfall with a solid sheet of water, up to 5-foot unbroken drop Offerings: special orders possible Contact: Custom Cascades, Temecula, Calif. (800) 420-3255 Circle 477 on...

Essentials.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: STARburst LED Lights Features: eight models available; lights up any size pool, spa or jetted bathtub; new sync feature allows operation of two or more lights on the same cycle, includes "Party Mode" rapid sequence light rotation;...

Cal Spas.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Decorative Fountains Features: five eye-catching decorative fountains; durable; made of high-density polyurethane casting; fountains come in multicolor, earthtone or California hues; free-standing design; amenable to various...

Custom Molded Products.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: EZ Waterfall Features: uses hole saw to install, instead of traditional routing of a groove; 1-inch water flow; has backwash cleanout function; 4-inch and 8-inch available; accommodates either a single LED or seven-bulb LED;...

Fiberstars.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Lightstreams Features: manufacturer offers this line of lighting products designed to enhance the backyard pool experience; WPC controls also available Contact: Fiberstars Inc., Fremont, Calif. (888) 704-2276 Circle 473...

Florentine Craftsmen.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Fountains and Garden Ornaments Features: decorative ornaments designed for fountains and gardens; handcrafted in the United States Contact: Florentine Craftsmen Inc., Long Island City, N.Y. (800) 971-7600 Circle 472 on...

Fountains for Pools.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Desert Lily Fountain Features: model is from the company's AquaScope line of telescoping pool and spa fountains; waterfeature produces a conical spray pattern of water with a spillover Waterfall edge that rotates 360 degrees;...

GAME.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: AquaGlow Underwater Light Show Features: powered by three AAA batteries (not included); simple auto-off switch; projects variable light patterns and colors onto the bottoms and sides of pools or spas; accommodates pools up to...

Hayward Pool Products.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: ColorLogic Features: patented Chromacore technology has five fixed colors and seven color-changing shows Contact: Hayward Pool Products Inc., Elizabeth, N.J. (888) 429-9273 Circle 469 on Postage-Free Card ...

Horizon Spa & Pool Parts.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Replacement Parts Catalog Features: the 2006 edition includes an array of replacement spa parts and accessories from various manufacturers; pool parts catalog also is available Contact: Horizon Spa & Pool Parts Inc., Tucson,...

Inter-Fab.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: WOK Waterfeatures Features: products attach directly to the pool return; available in two colors: patina and aged copper, two pedestal sizes available: short (8 1/4 inches) and medium (14 1/4 inches); bowl diameter is 36 inches ...

J&J Electronics.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Color Splash LED Lights Features: replacement multicolor lights for inground pools and spas come in seven solid colors, multiple color blends and five light shows; synchronizing; Edison Base; uses 90 percent less electricity than...

Oceaneering Research & Development.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Aquariums, Patio Ponds, Tanks Features: company offers any size or shape of aquariums, patio ponds and tanks; can be purchased pre-assembled, or can be built inground; can be used for fish, reptiles or dry landscape Contact:...

O'Ryan Industries.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: PoolStar 1000 Features: synchronizes with PoolStar 2500 LED technology so pools and spas glow in unison; 12V power; plastic dry niche housings; 28S/72S LED technology; comes with transformers and 70-foot cords; fits standard wall...

Pentair Water Pool and Spa.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Fountain Lights Features: color-changing lights specially designed for fountains; offers same functionality and color cycles as standard SAm lights for pools; selectable beam pattern lens for standard and wide-beam angle options ...

Jandy.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Salt Chlorine Generator Features: self-contained, compact purification system; cleans and softens water, digital display monitors salt levels; allows adjustments to chlorine production levels; monitors water temperature;...

Jungle Laboratories Corp.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Fountain Keeper Kit Features: kit contains products designed to keep algae, white scale and foam at bay in waterfeatures; company also offers a pond kit that includes an ammonia/chloramine remover to keep the water clean and...

Pentair Water Commercial Pool and Spa.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: EQW Commercial Waterfall Pump Features: 3hp and 5hp models for low-head/ high-flow applications to 650 gpm; commercial grade; noncorrosive; all-plastic construction; exhibits high electrical and hydraulic efficiency; company's...

PoolRock.com.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Cody Falls Features: installation takes approximately 60 minutes; 1 1/4-inch slip-fit fixture already installed; available in all standard colors such as sand, latte, granite and Sedona red; no rock crew required; real rock look...

Plastimayd Corp.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Lighting Cover Face Plates Features: company's lighting cover face plates are designed for vinyl-liner pool renovations; chrome-plated brass with gaskets and screws; available with eight and 10 holes; solid in sets Offerings:...

Quaker Plastic Corp.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Curved Drain for Fountains, Waterfalls Features: radius-curved deck drain is designed to circulate fountains, waterfalls and other free-form waterfeatures; made of all-weather PVC; comes with tops, base screws and connectors ready...

Polaris Pool Systems.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: FlowControl MiniJets Features: easily adjusts the volume of water at the nozzle without having to install plumbing loops or control valves; trajectory of up to 13 feet;, suitable for deck or wall installations of inground and...

Rain Drop Products.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Storm Spinner Features: infinite adjustments of spray angles that allow you to add a personal touch of creativity to produce water patterns; flow patterns along with the optional FunFlow valve Offerings: Authorized Contractor...

Replications Unlimited.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Deck Rocks Features: rocks come in eight shapes and four colors; each design is sculpted to overhang into the pool and can touch or submerge into the water; made to resist pool chemicals Contact: Replications Unlimited, St....

Rokquest.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Rock Panels Features: new LimestoneGFRC panels are used for waterfalls, water walls, underwater features and caves Contact: Rokquest Inc., McKinney, Texas (866) 876-3200 Circle 451 on Postalle-Free Card [ILLUSTRATION...

Ricorock.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Cast Rock Waterfalls Features: Fiber-reinforced concrete rock castings for standard or custom waterfalls; kits for one-day installations; several styles of castings for custom work Contact: Ricorock Inc., Orlando, Fla. (407)...

Roman Fountains Corp.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: The Lightning Bug Features: flush pool deck multistream nozzle; all-brass construction with adjustable angle brass precision nozzles and swivel manifold; ADA-compliant slotted grate with security screws Contact: Roman...

Riviera Designs.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Waterfall Planters Features: manufacturer presents waterfall planters with built-in water spill-out; products are made from cast stone Contact: Riviera Designs, Fairfax Station, Va. (703) 830-7015 Circle 452 on...

Saratoga Spa & Bath Co.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Color Splash Lighting Features: company offers lighting designed for full spa LED illumination and ambiance; available on the Luxury and Adirondack lines Contact: Saratoga Spa & Bath Co., Latham, N.Y. (800) 444-9977 Circle...

SmartPool.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: NiteLighter Underwater Lighting Systems Features: models for aboveground (steel-walled and framed softside) and inground pools; designed for easy do-it-yourself installation, with no draining or drilling of pools required; equipped...

Sta-Rite.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Dyna-Wave Waterfeature Pump Features: designed to run quietly; made for low-head, high-flow applications; hydraulically balanced design; 2-inch ports with internal NPT threads and external threads engineered for quick connections;...

Super Vision International.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: SaVi Pool and Spa Light Features: uses proprietary TRUECOLOR technology; nine color modes, including five static colors and four shows, all of which can be controlled with the flip of a switch; fit spa niches; retrofit plate is...

Urdl's Waterfall Creations.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Man-Made Rocks, Boulders, Waterfalls Features: polyfiber-reinforced concrete rocks and panels for landscaping and waterfalls; mix-and-match pre-cast waterfall packages; custom waterfall construction Offerings: dealer packages...

Speck Pumps-Pool Products.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Pump Model 21-80/30 Features: low head, high volume; quiet; delivers up to 250 gpm at five feet; perfect for pools with vanishing edge, waterfalls, fountains and water slides Contact: Speck Pumps-Pool Products Inc.,...

Standard Bronze Co.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Decorative Fountains Features: functional bronze metal fountains are built to last; fittings work indoors or outdoor in any climate, per maker; choice of pipe sizes Contact: Standard Bronze Co., Bayonne, N.J. (201) 339-1351...

Swimline Corp.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Fiberoptic Lily Light Features: manufacturer offers this decorative fiberoptic light from its Hydrotools line of products; available in three colors Contact: Swimline Corp., Edgewood, N.Y. (631) 254-2155 Circle 443 on...

Waterway Plastics.(Lighting, Waterfalls, Fountains, Ponds)
August 7, 2006... Product: Aqua Falls Features: accents pools with a variety of choices; serviceable blade (remove to clean); molded body PVC socket (less glue joints); available in a various of colors; 24-inch and g-inch sizes Contact: Waterway...

Fun for all ages: this California aquascape is a family favorite, with a soothing spa for its owner, and a pool and diving board for the grandkids.(IN MY BACKYARD)(Interview)
August 7, 2006... Please describe the pool. It's a free-form multilevel, with two decks, and a raised rock beam on the front and to the wings of the waterfall. There's also a spa and large pond. The pond is directly above the three spillways pouring into...

Leaders of the Pack.(REFLECTIONS)
August 21, 2006... Recently, I attended a conference call with the Hanley Wood e-Media Division to hear about some of its initiatives for 2007. The plans are impressive. Among other things, Hanley Wood is planning Webinars, PDA-compatible Web sites, an updated...

On alert: the housing market continues to show signs of softening nationwide. The pool industry is taking note.(MAKING NEWS)
August 21, 2006... As interest rates creep upward, housing inventories balloon and home prices take a gradual dip, pool builders are taking proactive measures to ensure continued success. "In Florida, home builders are experiencing a bit of whiplash; they're...

Senate Bill pushes drain safety.(MAKING NEWS)
August 21, 2006... The newly released U.S. Senate version of the Pool and Spa Safety Act brings the entrapment issue to the fore by proposing federal regulations on main drains. On July 24, Sen. George Allen (R-Va.) introduced S. 3718, which, if adopted,...