Nidec/U.S. MOTORS® Demonstrates Advanced Pool Motor Technology At International Pool, Spa, Patio Expo - PoolMagazine.com - Get The Latest Pool News

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ST. LOUIS, MO – Oct. 31, 2024 – The advancement of pool pump motor technology requires innovative thinking and continuous investment in R&D. This dual focus from Nidec’s U.S. MOTORS® brand will be on full display at its booth (#2316) at the International Pool, Spa, Patio Expo in November. U.S. MOTORS will proudly feature its Neptune® motor line and its newest pool motor, the Neptune HybridTM, as well as two live motor-pump demonstrations.

One of the demonstrations at the U.S. MOTORS booth will illustrate how Neptune pool pump motors connect to three major pool control systems. The other demonstration will simulate the ease of connecting Neptune variable speed replacement motors with existing time clocks and select automation for worry-free operation.

U.S. MOTORS will also demonstrate the Neptune motors integrating with three major pool control systems during the Pool Pro Appreciation Event on Monday, November 11, from 3:30 to 7 p.m.

Nidec’s U.S. MOTORS brand has been developing and producing groundbreaking products for more than 100 years. Its Neptune line of variable speed pool pump motors have been engineered and designed for high performance, energy savings and quiet operation. Now U.S. MOTORS is expanding the line with two new offerings for residential pools – a hybrid that features two motor technologies and a 3.45 HP motor designed for large pools.

The Neptune HybridTM is a patented motor and control combination that features a high-efficiency brushless permanent magnet (BPM) motor integrated with a standard PSC induction motor and a variable speed control.

Like the other Neptune products, utilizing the Neptune Hybrid offers up to 80 percent energy savings for homeowners and meets the new efficiency regulations from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), which take effect in September 2025.

The Neptune Hybrid is an example of achieving greater efficiency through variable speed. When operating at 50 percent of speed, the motor uses only 12 to14 percent of the full speed power. The BPM is capable of variable speed levels from 600 to 2,760 RPMs, ideal for circulating the water in residential pools. At 3,450 RPMs, the PSC motor activates, providing extra power needed for vacuuming the pool.

The new Neptune 3.45 HP features a variable speed motor with integrated controls for energy efficiency and easy operation. This powerful motor is designed for large residential pools, and as with the entire Neptune line, will integrate with any new or existing pump, bringing variable speed capabilities to the pump and meeting DOE efficiency requirements for the current pump rule as well as the upcoming 2025 motor rule.

New and replacement pool and spa motors from U.S. MOTORS are available exclusively through pool industry professionals and distributors. Find out more at www.usmotors.com/pool-and-spa.

About Nidec Corporation, Nidec Motor Corporation and U.S. MOTORS®

Nidec Corporation is the world’s No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer. Based in Kyoto, Japan, Nidec Corporation offers motors ranging from micro-size to super large, as well as application products and services in IT, automation, home appliances, automobiles, commercial and industrial systems, environmental, energy, and many other businesses. Nidec is comprised of approximately 340 companies employing more than 110,000 people all over the world. www.Nidec.com.

Nidec Appliance, Commercial and Industrial Motors (ACIM) is a Nidec Corporation business unit that includes three Platforms: Global Appliance (GA), U.S. Motors (USM), and Commercial & Industrial (C&I). With over 18,000 employees and 37 manufacturing sites in 25 countries, ACIM is one of the largest divisions in terms of sales inside Nidec Group. ACIM has a vast portfolio that covers compressors, condensing units, and motors for residential and commercial appliances, as well as motors and electronic drives for commercial, residential, industrial, and utilities applications. This comprehensive set of solutions is characterized by high standards of quality and energy efficiency, delivering innovation and sustainability across ACIM’s broad customer base.

The U.S. MOTORS® brand encompasses a complete line of general and special purpose commercial and industrial motors from 1/30 horsepower through 4000 horsepower for a wide variety of applications. Since 1908, the U.S. MOTORS brand has stood for exceptional product reliability and performance. It is one of the oldest and most trusted brands in the motor industry and is recognized worldwide as the mark of leadership and technological innovation. www.USMotors.com.

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Allison Hanson joins BioLab’s Pro Dealer Division as a District Sales Manager for BioGuard® in the Northeast Region. She brings several years of pool industry experience, including past roles working within the BioGuard Pro Dealer network as well as other field sales roles from within the industry. Allison’s territory includes the New England states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Travis Narry joins BioLab’s Pro Dealer Division as a District Sales Manager for BioGuard® in the East Region. Travis brings several years of pool industry experience, including past sales roles working within the BioGuard Pro Dealer network. His territory includes Eastern Ohio, Western Pennsylvania, West Virgina, and Western New York.

Mallory Wachowski joins BioLab’s Pro Dealer Division as a District Sales Manager for BioGuard® in the North Region. Mallory will be the BioGuard rep for the dealer base in Northern Illinois, Northeast Indiana, Wisconsin, part of Eastern Iowa, and Southeast Minnesota. She brings a wealth of experience on the retail side of the pool business along with previously co-owning her own business (Toolbox for Excellence) that helped to promote dealer development. Mallory is also an active member of the Midwest PHTA.

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Your Time in the Backyard Just Got Easier

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Home automation products like smart vacuums, thermostats, and doorbells all have one thing in common: making homeowners’ lives easier – and pool automation is no different.

Leveraging the latest pool automation systems benefits more than just the pool owner, it also offers a surplus of business-boosting opportunities for pool professionals. Whether tackling regular maintenance or something more complex, read on to explore the benefits of incorporating automation and remote monitoring into your operations to strengthen your competitive advantage, increase profits, improve the customer experience and open the door to more opportunities to own the pool pad.

Embracing Automation for Increased Profits

Smart pools are becoming more common in the pool industry due to their ability to automate and control pool functionality for optimal performance. This allows pool owners to efficiently control lighting, heating, filtration, cleaning, and basic water chemistry all from the convenience of their smartphone.

Some pool owners are hesitant to implement the technology due to the initial investment. It’s essential for pool professionals to educate their customers about the benefits of pool automation – easily summarized as “full control of their system 24/7, from anywhere in the world.” And once pool owners experience the convenience pool automation brings, they won’t settle for anything less.

“By embracing automation, pool owners can easily turn on their spa, set their heater to the perfect temperature for jumping in when they get home from a long day, adjust and schedule their lights, and so much more,” said Israel Saari, senior product manager, mobile and web applications at Pentair Pool. “Even better, they can make these changes when they’re at work, traveling across the world or sitting poolside, sipping on their lemonade and enjoying the backyard.”

Some pool professionals may be hesitant to incorporate automation into their product offerings – maybe there is a learning curve to programming the technology within their operations, or they don’t want to deal with potential customer problems in the future. But as the world of swimming pools continues to evolve rapidly, pool professionals must keep up with current trends. By incorporating an advanced pool automation system into their offerings, pool professionals are creating a competitive advantage – and increasing their business opportunities as these customers continue adding upgrades to their pool pad.

“If you are spending a lot of money on building or renovating a pool, you should ask yourself what the client wants at the end of the day,” said Bryan Anderson, owner of Infinity Pools. “Ultimately, they want something reliable. They want something that they know they can count on.”

Facing the Challenge Remotely

One of the primary challenges faced by pool servicers is staying ahead of their customers’ issues. In the past, every time a problem occurred, a service trip was necessary, costing the company money – and sometimes, pool servicers didn’t have the equipment on hand to address the issue.

“Time is one of the biggest challenges for servicing customers, particularly on the maintenance side of the pool business,” said Saari. “Pentair Pool’s automation technology allows pool professionals to remotely monitor their customers’ systems from their office, saving unnecessary trips to a pool sometimes over an hour away.”

Pentair Pool’s remote monitoring dashboard allows pool servicers to set alarm notices for when problems occur and, in some cases, fix the problem from the comfort of their office.

“It’s great to know ahead of time, and to be more proactive than reactive,” said Ken Troyan, director of automation and product advisory for Tortorella Swimming Pools. “So as much data and information we can get, the better.”

Pool professionals can offer remote monitoring as an additional service offering to their customers, which allows pool owners to enjoy an effortless and stress-free pool experience. In addition, remote monitoring allows pool pros to save time in the backyard and focus on other revenue streams, like selling products and building more pools.

Hands-on Support

Pool automation can introduce some of the common challenges brought on by technology, like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity issues. To ensure pool professionals are equipped to solve any problem, Pentair Pool offers educational resources to help maximize business opportunities.

“Pentair University offers education to dealers on automation to bring them a level of confidence to solving and troubleshooting day-to-day issues or more complex problems,” said Saari. “No matter what, Pentair University supports pool businesses through every step of implementing automation and equips them with the knowledge they need to educate their customers about the benefits.”

Pentair Pool also has a dedicated team of automation specialists, tech support specialists, and territory sales managers who provide dedicated support to pool servicers through challenging automation installations, even joining them for planning sessions with the pool builder, if necessary, and are on hand for troubleshooting after installation.

“I think our customers really appreciate having an expert close by who they know will be able to assist them in person,” said Saari. “It’s different than just calling a customer service representative. You have access to experts who have been working in the field for decades in some cases.”

Owning the Pool Pad

Pentair Pool automation allows pool professionals to scale up their sales by owning the pool pad.

“If you install a Pentair automation system in a pool owner’s pool, they are more likely to invest in Pentair heaters, lights, saltwater systems, and more to fully utilize the connectivity an automation system offers,” said Saari. “It gives you access to the entire pad of products. So, maybe before you’re just selling them a pump, but typically when you install automation, you get the rest of the equipment that attaches to it. This leads to increased revenue for pool pros.”

From optimizing maintenance schedules to enhancing customer experience, automation offers a surplus of opportunities for efficiency and growth. By embracing automation, pool servicers can streamline operations, improve service quality, and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market.

Pool Brain is rapidly becoming the software of choice for the largest pool service and repair companies in the United States

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PHOENIX, Arizona, November 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Pool Brain, a leading innovator in pool company software, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Riverbend Sandler, prestigious Top 50 Pool Builder and Service Company throughout Texas.

This collaboration marks a significant milestone in streamlining pool service operations across Texas, as Riverbend Sandler will integrate Pool Brain’s advanced platform into its extensive pool service division.

Riverbend Sandler, known for its exceptional service standards, currently manages over 6,000+ pools weekly and continues to expand its reach. With Pool Brain’s game-changing software, Riverbend Sandler will enhance its operational efficiency, delivering superior service to both existing and newly acquired customers.

Bruce Mungiguerra, CEO of Riverbend Sandler, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership: “Pool Brain offers a comprehensive and intuitive all-in-one solution that aligns perfectly with our operational needs. Their innovative platform will support our growth by simplifying complex tasks for our team and ensuring that our technicians can maintain the high standards our customers expect.”

“We researched multiple pool company software platforms and Pool Brain is by far the best. It’s obvious it was built by people who have actually been in the industry cleaning pools and you can tell the difference. After running a side-by-side test between Pool Brain and our previous software provider for almost a year, my team overwhelmingly chose Pool Brain. We’re excited to have an amazing technology partner that will enable us to scale efficiently and provide our customers with a consistent world class service experience.” stated Mike Swartz, SVP of Strategy and Integration at Riverbend Sandler.

Pool Brain is rapidly becoming the software of choice for leading pool service and repair companies focused on customer growth and retention, reducing costs, and providing outstanding service in competitive markets. The company’s Founder & CEO, Adam Beech, added, “We are excited to partner with Riverbend Sandler, a leader in the pool industry for over 40 years. Our pool company software platform is designed by industry experts to empower pool companies to innovate and grow, and we are committed to supporting Riverbend Sandler in achieving their ambitious goals.”

This partnership underscores the evolving landscape of the pool service industry, where technological advancements play a crucial role in business success. Pool Brain continues to set the standard for operational excellence and customer satisfaction, paving the way for future growth and innovation in the sector.

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