A. O. Smith Corporation, a leader in water heating and water treatment, announces the grand opening of its new Product Development Center (PDC) in Lebanon, Tennessee, a 60,000-square-foot state-of-the-art research and development facility on the Lochinvar campus.

As the pioneer in introducing pool robots to the Philippines, Amici Water Systems is excited to share that Maytronics Australia has acquired Focus Products, a premier supplier of pool and spa chemicals and the Liqua® Software system for water analysis, service management, and customer engagement across Australia and New Zealand.

On July 15, 2024, A.O. Smith Corporation announced its acquisition of Pureit, a leading water purification brand in India and South Asia. This strategic move aims to enhance A.O. Smith's position in the rapidly growing water treatment industry.

We typically use chlorine to disinfect pool water. It prevents algae growth and eliminates most disease-causing bacteria and viruses. Unfortunately, while already essential for pool sanitation, the demand for chlorine products has skyrocketed since the pandemic started and eventually resulted in shortages. Back in 2019, a 45kg Hi-Chlon or Ni-chlon chlorine drum retailed between 5,500 to 8,500php, depending on the retail store.

It’s necessary to clean the pool water regularly but since there’s a lot of disinfecting chemicals available in the market, choosing between them can be confusing. Pool sanitizers and pool shock may seem like the same thing but they aren’t. Are you confused whether to use sanitizer or shock to keep your water clean and clear? In this article we’ll help you understand the difference between pool sanitizers vs pool shock.

Cleaning your swimming pool is as important as keeping your house in order. Sanitizing your pool water regularly is essential not just for your health but also to ensure your comfort, to protect your equipment, and to save you money by avoiding pool repairs. 

​Pools provide leisure and fun, as well as foster good health by serving as venues for exercise and fitness. Aside from this, it’s a great place to spend time and make new memories with family and friends. Thus, it’s important that our pools are well-maintained to promote health and safety, as well as provide maximum comfort for users. A great way to do this is by utilizing swimming pool heaters and pool pumps.