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Who wants a backyard lazy river? Um, I'd say that is just about everyone. And thanks to Riverflow pumps, this former pipedream is now becoming a trend. Listen to this interview with founder Peter Davidson to learn:
- How Riverflow got started
- When pool builders should suggest Riverflow Pumps
- How value-added features can boost project profitability
Want to learn more?
Drop Peter a line at technical@current-systems.com or 805-339-9292
Their site has technical data, project examples, and more: http://riverflowpumps.com/
https://www.current-systems.com/
Contact me john@thelinc.io or visit our site www.thelinc.io to win more projects and work more efficiently.
Senior Product Manager for Pumps at Fluidra, Steve Jones, joined the Innovation Deep End to help us prepare for July 2021, when a new Department of Energy rule goes into effect for pumps most commonly used in residential applications.
The practical tips from Steve will help builders get ready for a new regulation that hits us in the middle of peak season (an unfortunate timing issue related to the date the rule was signed into effect…).
Listen to learn:
- A brief summary of the rule
- What builders need to do now
- How this impacts commercial builders
- What to expect in the future
Check out Jandy's resources about the new rule here: https://www.jandy.com/en/doe
Check out the business management tool used by the profitable builders - www.thelinc.io is easy-to-use and free to try for 14 days.
Email john@thelinc.io if you'd like to be a guest on the show.
In a recent interview with Craig Sears of Sears Pool Management https://searspool.com/ , the experienced leader told us what changes we expect to continue long after the virus isn’t a daily talking point.
He gave us a couple of major considerations:
1. Facility cleaning and training protocols
2. Greater emphasis on pre-entry showers
3. More intentionality behind traffic flow
Craig built a questionnaire to help facilities create their operating plan for running things during a pandemic like this. Check it out https://searspool.wufoo.com/forms/z1horgmh0fo7deu/
Reach out to Craig - craig@searspool.com
Start estimating like top pool builders with theLinc - www.thelinc.io
Reach out to John to get on the podcast: john@thelinc.io
Colby Stratman has built his career helping residential and commercial facilities optimize their chemical operations. In this interview, he shares great insights about:
1. How commercial facilities pave the way for innovation in aquatic chemistry
2. Why remote monitoring is so critical
3. How to promote innovation in aquatics
4. Where the next innovation is coming for chemical management
Save 17 hours per job with aquatic construction software from theLinc - www.thelinc.io
Connect with me - john@thelinc.io
Reach out to Colby: colbystratman.23@gmail.com
We've got Shotcrete master, Mason Guarino talking to us about all of the following and more:
- Why SSG stopped using subcontractors
- How to make sure you’re getting what you pay for from concrete subs
- Importance of site prep
- The increase of education and shared knowledge in aquatics
Build a more profitable business with tools from theLinc - www.thelinc.io (or hit me up at john@thelinc.io)
Shotcrete questions? Ask Mason at mrg@ssgpools.com
www.shotcrete.org
www.astm.org/Standards/C1604.htm
www.instagram.com/ssgshotcrete/?hl=en
www.instagram.com/ssgpools/?hl=en
The company behind some of the most amazing fountains in the country tells us why he ditched pools to focus on fountains. Join us as we speak with Alex Powers of SAI Fountains - in this episode we talk about:
- Specialty versus general aquatic construction
- Commercial vs residential projects
- Design/build vs bid/build
- Avoiding “low bid” projects
- Underpromising and overdelivering
- Bidding to spec
See their portfolio at www.saifountains.com or reach out to Alex directly apowers@saifountains.com
Reduce your project estimation time by up to 17 hours per project with theLinc - www.thelinc.io (or hit me up at john@thelinc.io)
Does your pool company have a business strategist? Maybe you should...
In this episode, you'll hear how Billy Drakeley brings the financial modeling of the investment world to the family pool company. And creates insane efficiency (7x their estimation capacity) and creating new business opportunities.
Their portfolio of pools is a delight to the eyes: www.drakeleypools.com
Reach out to Billy to dig deeper: billy@drakeleypools.com
Use theLinc to implement technology built for aquatics - estimate, plan, and manage your projects with automation: thelinc.io
Or just send me a note - john@thelinc.io
Counsilman Hunsaker is one of the biggest aquatic consultants in the world. They tell us how they set up each owner/operator for success for the lifetime of the project by starting during design.
https://counsilmanhunsaker.com/
More practical advice from CH on their youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzv5d-7Wq01ubupWbjY-6zg
kevinpost@chh2o.com
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thelinc.io
john@thelinc.io
What's your company worth? Do you know? Do you care? Rod Sterling, 50-year veteran of the aquatics industry tells us why you should care. And he tells us how any company can increase their market value.
Say hello to Rod - rodsterling1@msn.com
Looking to streamline your estimation, project management, or closeout processes? theLinc - www.theLinc.io - has got you covered. See how we can save you an average of 17 hours per project.
Have some advice for the industry? Reach out to me john@thelinc.io
Alessandro Orio from Myrtha Pools tells us
(1)what it’s like to manufacture in Italy during and after the wave of COVID,
(2) how strategic partnerships and diversification were critical to their success, and
(3) why precision and speed make stainless steel pool construction a good decision for more than just the Olympics.
Myrtha has completed some amazing projects, check them out https://www.myrthapools.com/en/
Email Alessandro for more details: aorio@myrthapoolsusa.com
See how you can save an average of 17 hours per project using theLinc to manage your aquatic construction projects. www.thelinc.io
Have some good advice to share yourself? I want to hear it! Email me at john@thelinc.io
In our first ever video episode, we've got Jonathan Keller from Life Floor (https://www.lifefloor.com/). Tune in for the latest details on NSF 50 and aquatic safety standards. Plus, Jonathan shares how safety doesn't have to reduce fun. Quite the opposite.
Dig into really great ideas from other leaders at www.thelinc.io
And I'm always looking for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and good people - reach out to me at john@thelinc.io
Cory Anderson from 80West Group makes a splash with the Innovation Deep End. It's ok, you can groan at the pun. #dadjokes But then listen in to hear from a leading wet play equipment consultant.
We talk about:
- Why splashpads have grown so popular
- Where interactive water features are headed
- How to start designing and building splashpads
- Some of the leading players in the space
Check out Cory at www.80westgroup.com
And check us out at www.thelinc.io
We're talking with Graeme Thomson who is living the dream - designing, building, and servicing pools in Grand Cayman. His extensive experience in continental North America and the Caribbean gives him a unique perspective. Listen to hear how construction differs in the islands. He also shares great insights into being a successful contractor in any region.
Find out more about Pool Patrol: www.poolpatrol.ky/
Check us out to learn how to win more aquatic projects and save hours in the process - www.thelinc.io
We're talking with Graeme Thomson who is living the dream - designing, building, and servicing pools in Grand Cayman.
His extensive experience in continental North America and in the Caribbean gives him a unique perspective. Listen to hear how construction differs in the islands. He also shares great insights for being a successful contractor in any region.
Find out more about Pool Patrol: https://www.poolpatrol.ky/
Check us out to learn how to win more aquatic projects and save hours in the process - www.thelinc.io
Second-generation builder, Josh Atkinson, joins us to share the source of his confidence in the face of a crisis. After cutting his teeth in the recession that started in 2008, his business is set to thrive in any climate.
Check out his amazing work at https://atkinsonpools.com/
Dive into the rest of our series at www.thelinc.io
With operations and offices around the globe (from North America to Europe to Asia), Mike Dooley of Team Horner has a pretty good finger on the pulse of the current and potential impact of Covid 19 to the aquatics production and supply chain.
Mike doesn’t gloss over the difficult road ahead of us, but he’s hopeful that we’re on track to start getting back to normal. Hear his expectations for the supply chain, learn which parts of our industry have gotten a boost from the pandemic, and get some great advice from an industry leader.
Check out theLinc at www.thelinc.io
Learn about Mike's team at www.teamhorner.com
Mike's recommended reading: The Canoe Theory - https://www.amazon.com/Canoe-Theory-Business-Strategy-Associates/dp/0595363415
Innovation Deep End - E001 Martin Aquatic by theLinc.io
The Innovation Deep End is the podcast all about aquatic construction for designers, engineers, builders, and suppliers. From small pools to 60-acre waterparks, we dive into anything that makes a splash. We can all learn a bit from each other. This is the first in our series to thrive during the current economic climate.
Visit Martin Aquatic at www.martinaquatic.com
Check out theLinc at www.thelinc.io
The Innovation Deep End is the podcast all about aquatic construction for designers, engineers, builders, and suppliers. From small pools to 60-acre waterparks, we dive into anything that makes a splash. We can all learn a bit from each other. This is the first in our series to thrive during the current economic climate.
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