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Water Tech Promotes Tamsir Ba to Supply Chain and Operations Director

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E. Brunswick, New Jersey– Water Tech Corp, manufacturer of the original Pool Blaster, Volt and Precision battery-powered pool cleaners, is pleased to announce it has promoted Tamsir Ba to the position of Supply Chain and Operations Director for the company.  Tamsir has worked with the company for the past five (5) years as an assistant to the VP operations and engineering.  But after leading the company through a major ERP upgrade, Tamsir proved himself as a leader destined to take on more responsibility as Water Tech Corp continues its rapid growth in the industry.  “Tamsir has transformed the supply chain and logistics for our company so we can now rapidly scale the business and take advantages of opportunities in the marketplace,” explained Guy Erlich, President of the company.  “Tamsir is very hard working and knows how to lead and motivate others,” says Erlich.  “He was able to impeccably transition our company to a new ERP system and get every department in the company behind the change which now saves us all time in our operations.”

As a result of Tamsir’s success in this very large undertaking, Tamsir has been promoted to the position of Supply Chain and Operations Director and is responsible for managing 10 people that report to him.  “I am very pleased to have such a young, hardworking manager on our team,” explained Erlich.  Water Tech Corp has always had a reputation of giving young people job opportunities in our fun and competitive industry.  “You feel an intensity when you walk into our building which has a lot to with the positive group of young people that work here; hiring young talent is our way of bringing new talent into the pool and spa industry” says Erlich.  “I believe in giving opportunities to new talent just as those who gave me an opportunity when I started this company almost 25 years ago.”

Water Tech continues to grow and succeed in a very competitive pool and spa cleaner arena. The company’s focus on using patented technology for its products has always been central to the company’s business plan. With 19 different US patents on pool and spa cleaners alone and more to come, Water Tech has been able to use its intellectual property and unique product designs to systematically ensure its success in the marketplace.   The company now operates out of a facility in E. Brunswick, NJ with more than 20,000 square-feet of space and sales throughout the world and in hundreds of retailers in North America.  Water Tech has a reputation for bringing innovative, reliable products to our industry, designed specifically to meet the needs of consumers, service professionals and retailers in the swimming pool and spa market.  “It is the people in our company, like Tamsir, who are the backbone of our organization and have made our company grow and succeed,” says Erlich.

Website:  www.watertechcorp.com

Phone:  800-298-8800

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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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Coverings Announces 2027 Orlando Dates and Awards Call

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Tile and stone industry professionals attend an educational session at Coverings 2026.

Coverings’ Return to Orlando Marks First of Three Consecutive Shows at Orange County Convention Center

Aug. 24, 2026 – ORLANDO – Coverings (www.coverings.com), North America’s largest international tile and stone event, will return to Orlando, Florida, April 6-9, 2027, at the Orange County Convention Center, celebrating the beginning of three consecutive years during which the show will be hosted in Orlando. Coverings 2027 will bring together professionals from across the tile, stone, design and construction industries to explore new products and trends, build valuable connections, and benefit from solutions focused on business growth and profitability. The show has also opened submissions for the 2027 Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards and nominations for the 2027 Coverings Rock Stars program.

“Coverings is where the entire tile and stone ecosystem—from distributors, dealers, retailers and installers to architects, designers, builders, remodelers and fabricators—comes together to connect and form new relationships with industry peers and find the latest tile, stone and machinery product innovations,” said Jamie Rich, Coverings’ managing director. “Bringing Coverings back to Orlando for 2027, and continuing that momentum through the 2028 and 2029 shows, creates an exciting multi-year opportunity to unite the global tile and stone community in one of the country’s most dynamic event destinations.”

Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards

The CID Awards, sponsored by Stone World and TileLetter, honor exceptional achievements in the design and installation of ceramic tile and natural stone in residential, institutional and commercial projects. Architects, builders, contractors, designers, distributors, installers, retailers and other professionals across the design, construction and related industries are encouraged to submit their projects through the official submission portal by Dec. 3, 2026.

Eligible projects must be completed between January 2025 and December 2026. Entrants may submit up to three projects, and each project may be entered in more than one category as long as it meets the relevant criteria. Projects that demonstrate an original or unusual use of materials, incorporate an innovative technology, reflect installation excellence, or use notably sustainable materials and practices are of particular interest. Entries will be judged separately on tile and stone installation and design across 11 distinct categories: Commercial Ceramic Tile Design, Residential Ceramic Tile Design, Commercial Ceramic Tile Installation, Residential Ceramic Tile Installation, Commercial Stone Design, Residential Stone Design, Commercial Stone Installation, Residential Stone Installation, Artistic Design, Artistic Installation and Other.

The 2027 CID Award winners will be celebrated at Coverings 2027 during the CID Awards Ceremony & Reception. Winning projects will be featured onsite at Coverings 2027 and receive recognition through the Coverings website, social media channels, publications and other media coverage. Winners will also receive a $200 gift card to help cover travel expenses to Orlando.

Coverings Rock Stars Program

The Coverings Rock Stars, an Emerging Leaders Program, celebrates rising professionals who are helping shape the future of the tile and stone industry. The program is now in its 13th year and recognizes professionals under the age of 35 for their industry involvement, career growth, leadership development, community and volunteer contributions, continuing education and other qualities that distinguish them as emerging leaders.

Professionals in the industry are encouraged to nominate individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to their careers, their communities and the continued growth of the industry. Multiple nominations are accepted and encouraged; self-nominations are not permitted. Nominations for the 2027 Coverings Rock Stars Program can be submitted via the online Coverings Rock Stars nomination form and are due Dec. 3, 2026.

Selected Rock Stars will be recognized during Coverings 2027 at the Rock Star Awards and receive industry accolades, a $200 gift card for attending Coverings, exclusive invitations to onsite events and a free pass to attend the show.

Onsite ceremonies for both the Rock Stars and CID Awards are open to all Coverings attendees, giving showgoers the chance to celebrate the professionals and projects making an impact across the industry.

Registration for Coverings 2027 will open in early November 2026. Those interested in attending can sign up to receive registration notifications and other important show updates by visiting: Coverings.com/mailing-list. Learn more about Coverings 2027 at Coverings.com.

About Coverings: Coverings is the largest and preeminent ceramic tile and natural stone trade fair and exposition in the United States and North America. It features exhibitors from 40 countries and is the stage for introducing some of the most innovative tile and stone products in the world with hundreds of exhibitors.

The exposition and conference, with more than 35 years of successful history, serve as a valuable learning resource for all segments of the industry, with dozens of educational opportunities throughout the show. Coverings attracts thousands of distributors, retailers, fabricators, contractors, specifiers, architectural and design professionals, builders, real estate developers, as well as journalists, reporters, broadcasters, podcasters and bloggers who cover the vital tile and stone industry.

Key sponsors of the show are Ceramics of Italy/Confindustria Ceramica, Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association of Spain (ASCER)/Tile of Spain, Tile Council of North America (TCNA), National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) and International Product Assurance (IPA) Laboratories.

The show is managed by Taffy Event Strategies.

For more information about attending, sponsoring or exhibiting at Coverings 2027, contact Taffy Event Strategies at 571-313-5801 or [email protected].

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