Santa Claus Talks About the Ho-Ho-Ho of Watershapes
Imagine our surprise at WaterShapes when we received an e-mail from ol’ St. Nick himself expressing his love for watershapes of every kind! And imagine our delight when he agreed to speak with us from the North Pole! As far as we know, this is the only interview Santa Claus has ever given to the media on this subject. Enjoy! [more]
FEATURE ARTICLE
Santa’s 10 Blessings for Watershapers Everywhere
When we had the pleasure and honor of interviewing Santa, he asked that we communicate his Christmas blessings to our readers — and, indeed, to all watershapers everywhere. (“Please ask your Jewish readers and friends to consider this a belated Chanukah present,” he added.) Are you ready to receive your gift of 10 blessings from Santa? [more]
THE BEST OF RIPPLES 2010: FIVE STORIES THAT TICKLED OUR FANCY THE MOST![more]
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New Year’s Greetings From Eric Herman
In a heartfelt New Year’s message, WaterShapes editor Eric Herman observes that ‘if grit and determination in the face of adversity are the measure of our industry’s character, then what I’ve seen these past difficult years is nothing less than inspiring.’ Don’t miss Eric’s words to you and all our readers — they’re pretty inspiring as well. [more]
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Business Resolutions for 2011?
In a recent edition of WaterShapes EXTRA!, we featured Vance Gillette’s impassioned call for the industry to redirect its marketing strategy in order to become more successful in the coming year and beyond. Have you made any New Year’s resolutions regarding your business in 2011? Share them with our readers by writing us a letter!
BOOK NOTES
A Perfect Gift for Watershapers!
Could there be a better holiday gift for any watershaper than a book related to watershaping? Every WaterShapes EXTRA! features a title recommended by book reviewer Mike Farley; we’ve even made it easy to acquire these books through our online store. Know someone who would love to have one of them? Click here!
AQURON CORP. INTERNATIONAL
(Rockwall, TX) offers Invisa-Shield, a sealer for stone and concrete that waterproofs, is abrasion-resistant and stays pliable. The non-toxic, non-polluting, non-flammable, waterborne repellent provides a tough, breathing-type barrier that helps keep surfaces clean while retarding or eliminating efflorescence. It also resists freeze/thaw-related cracking or spalling of vertical and horizontal surfaces. [more]
WATERWAY PLASTICS
(Oxnard, CA) has introduced the Econo-Flo VS variable-speed pump. Made for safe, economical, super-quiet use, the device has a low-amperage design for maximum energy efficiency and a fast payback on the investment. It also has a built-in, user-friendly programmable interface that comes from the factory ready for immediate use, along with a built-in SVRS and freeze protection. [more]
FLORIDA SWIMMING POOL ASSOCIATION
(Sarasota, FL) is approaching the final planning stages for the 2011 edition of the Orlando Pool & Spa Show. Scheduled to take place in West Hall E1 of the Orange County Convention Center on February 11-12, 2011, the professionals-only event encompasses not only pools and spas, but all of the features and accessories that go into backyard paradises. [more]
GRAND EFFECTS
(Irvine, CA) offers a line of fire-and-water bowls. Designed for safe, reliable elegance in any setting, the units are made from copper or concrete (in any of five different finishes) and can be run either manually or automatically using a range of pool- and home-control systems. All systems require water flows in the 10-to-12-gallon-per-minute range and come factory-tested and ready for installation. [more]
