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i2M Introduces Glaze Dual-Finish Decorative Film Technology

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The Mountain Top, Pennsylvania polymer film manufacturer brings dual-finish innovation to pool liner film and decorative surface applications

MOUNTAIN TOP, PA – On July 28, 2026, i2M, a vertically integrated advanced polymer film manufacturer, announced the availability of Glaze, a new decorative film technology that engineers matte and high-gloss finishes into a single precisely registered surface. Glaze is available now to pool liner manufacturers and decorative surface specifiers.

Glaze leverages a controlled, engineered interplay of specular reflection and diffuse light scattering to produce a layered, dimensional appearance on a single polymer film substrate. The result is visual depth and a more lifelike, realistic surface created optically, not mechanically.

“Glaze is the result of engineered creativity that ‘shines’ in multi-dimension.” – Unmil Bankar, Technical Director at i2M.

A New Category in Decorative Film
Conventional decorative film applies a uniform finish across the entire substrate: matte to reduce glare, or gloss to amplify light. Glaze introduces a third option: a dual-finish surface in which matte and high-gloss zones are printed and registered within the pattern itself.

The effect is most visible in pool liner applications, where light enters the water at varying angles and the liner surface is in constant motion. Glaze pool liner film shifts and shimmers with the water rather than presenting a static, uniform appearance. Stone, tile, and geometric patterns rendered with Glaze read as genuinely three-dimensional — an optical depth that single-finish print technology cannot replicate.

Glaze applications include pool liners and water environments, interior components and surfaces, architectural finishes and panels, retail and hospitality elements, and any surface application where light, texture, and depth matter.

Engineered and Manufactured In-House
Glaze was invented and engineered entirely within i2M’s vertically integrated facility in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Every stage of production is controlled under one roof.

This technology is the latest example of i2M’s ongoing investment in polymer film extrusion, rotogravure printing and American innovation. Across its portfolio, i2M develops and extrudes film technologies used in pool liner, protective, labeling and decorative laminate applications under brands including Swimmingly, iXon, and ReNew. Glaze extends that foundation into a new dimension of surface finish technology.

Availability and Samples
Glaze is available now. Pool liner manufacturers, distributors, and surface specifiers can request samples at i2M.com/glaze.

About i2M
i2M is a vertically integrated advanced polymer film manufacturer headquartered in Mountain Top, Pennsylvania. i2M produces high-performance polymer films for applications including decorative laminates, labels, and waterproofing membranes. i2M controls its supply chain from compound to finished film, delivering quality, reliability, and the speed of American manufacturing to its customer partners. For more information, visit i2m.com or email [email protected].

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JED Pool Tools Unveils 2027 Catalog

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JED Pool Tools 2027 Products Catalog

JED Pool Tools, manufacturer of swimming pool maintenance equipment and accessories, is pleased to announce the availability of its new, comprehensive 2027 catalog of products. This newly printed catalog offers 40 pages of color photography showing all of JED’s maintenance equipment products and accessories—from its award-winning hoses to its innovative, patented products like the FLAS ladder anchor saver! The catalog even highlights its many “Made in the USA” products including those manufactured at the JED facility in Pennsylvania. 

“We are pleased to offer the pool industry this printed catalog which can also be accessed online, 24/7 and showcases the many products we make at our facility or are made within the US,” says Rob Heyen, Account Executive at JED Pool Tools.

Those interested in downloading or ordering the catalog, should visit:
www.JEDPoolTools.com
570-344-4137

About JED Pool Tools
JED Pool Tools has been making high-quality pool tools and pool accessories in the USA for over 30 years. JED Pool Tools sells over 400 different products including residential and commercial skimmers, leaf rakes, poles, wall brushes and vacuum heads as well as hoses and through-wall skimmer parts. JED is a family-run company with 3-generations of Heyen family working for the company and is committed to creating and providing jobs for residents of Scranton, PA. JED is proud of and committed to manufacturing in the USA, many it its own facility in Scranton, PA. To learn more about the company and its products visit www.JEDPoolTools.com.

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CCEI Introduces New Color for pH & ORP Controllers

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CCEI Oxeo ORP and Phileo pH controllers in a new white design for automated pool water chemistry monitoring and dosing.

CCEI introduces new color for its pH & ORP monitoring and dosing controllers in a sleek new, modern, white color design that blends into any pump room! CCEI’s pH & ORP controllers automatically manage pool water chemistry using the free Vigipool app. The Phileo pH and Oxeo ORP controllers are simple to set up and easy to use. They monitor and dose pool water and alert pool owners and service professionals when pool water falls out of balance. The dosing pump lights up in various colors to alert you of your pool’s pH and ORP levels. Designed to help pool professionals profits by upgrading clients with the Phileo pH & Oxeo ORP measuring and dosing chemical controllers!

www.ccei-pool.com/en-us
424-800-2191
CCEI USA Inc.
808 Hindry Ave, Suite G
Inglewood, CA 90301
https://www.instagram.com/cceipool_na/

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Pentair Pool and Pool Brain Launch Technology Integration to Deliver Smarter, More Proactive Pool Service 

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Pentair Pool and Pool Brain Launch Technology Integration to Deliver Smarter, More Proactive Pool Service 

Collaboration advances the future of pool care with data-driven insights that enable more proactive, connected pool management. 

LONDON – Aug. 19, 20626 — Pentair Pool, a leader in smart, sustainable pool solutions, today announced the launch of its planned technology integration with Pool Brain, a leading software platform for swimming pool service and repair professionals. The integration combines Pentair’s IntelliFlo3® variable-speed pump, the only Wi-Fi-enabled automation pool pump, with Pool Brain’s service management capabilities, providing pool professionals with actionable insights that help streamline operations, improve efficiency, and deliver better service for pool owners. 

The integration combines Pentair’s Lighthouse™ connected equipment intelligence data stream, delivering greater visibility into equipment performance, with Pool Brain’s service management capabilities, providing pool professionals with actionable insights that help streamline operations, improve efficiency, and deliver better service for pool owners. Upon launch, the integration will deliver insights from Pentair’s IntelliFlo3 pump directly into Pool Brain’s service management platform. The IntelliFlo3 pump provides pool owners with entry-level automation capabilities that deliver a connected, simple, enjoyable pool management experience. 

“Pentair Pool is committed to providing innovative solutions that help pool professionals grow their businesses while giving pool owners more carefree days by the pool,” said Christine Richardson, Chief Product and Innovation Officer for Pentair Pool. “By bringing actionable equipment intelligence and water turnover insights directly into the Pool Brain workflow, we’re helping service professionals operate more efficiently, prevent issues before they occur, and deliver exceptional experiences for homeowners.” 

The combination of intelligence from Pentair’s IntelliFlo3 with Pool Brain’s service management platform provides proactive alerts, remote diagnostics, equipment intelligence, turnover monitoring, and daily equipment status within a single workflow. Service professionals can receive early warnings on issues such as priming failures, pressure changes, and operational anomalies, helping them identify and diagnose problems before they lead to costly repairs, water quality concerns, or unexpected service calls. With greater visibility into pool health between visits, service companies can arrive on-site with the right tools and parts, reduce unnecessary truck rolls, improve operational efficiency, and manage more pools without adding headcount. By automating insights and alerts, the integration helps pool professionals increase productivity, scale operations more effectively, and deliver more proactive service. 

“Launching our integration with Pentair marks an important milestone for the pool service industry. Pool companies can finally connect the equipment on the pad to the software platform they use to run their business every day, which has been our vision from day one,” said Adam Beech, founder and CEO of Pool Brain. “Together with Pentair, we’re giving pool pros a more connected and automated way to manage their business. Device data flows into Pool Brain automatically; water movement issues are surfaced proactively to prevent algae growth, companies operate more efficiently, and on-site visits are reduced. We believe this is only the beginning of what’s possible.” 

Together, Pentair and Pool Brain are helping redefine the future of pool service through connected, insight-driven technology. By bringing equipment intelligence and service operations together in a seamless experience, the integration empowers professionals to make better decisions, improve service outcomes, and transition from reactive maintenance to more proactive pool management. 

“Even in the early stages of deployment, we’re seeing the value,” said Brittney Mendez, Service Team Manager for Tribal Waters, a Phoenix-based custom pool and spa builder and 

service provider. “The level of insight and visibility we’re gaining through the integration helps us be more proactive and provide a better experience for pool owners.” 

The collaboration represents another step toward a more connected and efficient future of pool care. Pool servicers interested in connecting with Pentair Pool for information about how to they can help streamline operations, improve efficiency, and deliver better service for pool owners through the integration can click here to connect with a Pentair representative. Learn more about Pentair Pool Lighthouse and the Pool Brain integration here. 

About Pentair Pool 

Pentair Pool is a Pentair plc business. At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is a core large cap value S&P 500 equity stock focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive. 

As an industry leader in the pool and spa space, Pentair Pool is driven to help people sustainably enjoy water. Our solutions include industry-leading pumps, automation, lighting, heating, and filtration technologies that help customers enjoy a smarter and more efficient pool. Customer success is central to our vision—bringing family and friends together in the pool and on the deck to build social connections, create lifelong memories, and promote fitness and enjoyment. 

For more information, visit pentair.com/pool and follow Pentair Pool on Facebook and Instagram. 

About Pool Brain 

A modern “all in one” pool software platform built by industry experts to give you more time, more money, and less stress. Key features include fully automated chemical dosing, remote data monitoring, custom alerts, guided workflows, scheduling, route optimization, quotes (estimates), jobs (work orders), automatic billing, self-serve customer portal, products & services management, customer management, multiple bodies of water, equipment tracking, issue reporting, technician controls, built-in customer feedback, mobile app (no signal required), auto-notifications, group emails, reporting and integrations, and more. For more information, visit www.poolbrain.com

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