DPS SHOW 2010 - CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

CPO Training a 2 full day course: Nelson Silveira or Jim Diener - Certified Pool Operator Instructors by NSPF (National Swimming Pool Foundation)

Why should you get your CPO Certification? A CPO Certification is more than a basic Chemistry certification it covers everything a pool technician would need to know to become truly qualified and the information you would need on a daily basis. Your CPO Certification is the most recognized and highly regarded certificate in the pool industry. In this certification course we will cover everything from pool and spa management to renovation and design. Learn the basics like essential calculations, pool and water contamination, water balance, water circulation, water filtration and heating, troubleshooting, record keeping and much more.

Understanding Salt Systems:

This class will offer, pool & spa professionals the opportunity to learn how a salt water system generates chlorine from a small amount of ordinary table salt dissolved in the pool or spa. We will cover: Electrolytic Conversion / Installation / Operation / Maintenance / Troubleshooting / Setting Customer Expectations. Presented by Hayward / Goldline.

Anatomy of a Lawsuit: Keeping Your Service Business Out or Legal Hot Water"

Ray Arouesty is an attorney at law, a licensed pool repair contractor and the insurance broker for the Independent Pool and Spa Service Association (IPSSA). He has handled over 1500 pool-related insurance claims since 1982.

This course will focus on common claims and the legal basis for lawsuits brought against service technicians. Attendees will learn to identify the high risk jobs that are most likely to result in problems and discover ways to aid in their defense if sued.

What Goes Up Must Come Down:

Understanding how an in-floor system works and how to troubleshoot all in-floor systems especially the Caretaker System. Focusing on both the Ultraflex I and Ultraflex II Valve (the electronic valve for the Caretaker System), and why in-floor works and how it can make your job easier. Presented by Scott Bushey - Zodiac Pool Systems

"Make Your Business Famous In Six Months... It's Easy, It Works, And I Will Show You How!"

Presented by Rex Richard from the Pool Genius Network. He will explore a little know Social Marketing strategy that will raise your rankings, increase you leads, and make you famous. And you can do this even if you don't have a web site now!

Adding $$$ to your Service Call!

Presented by Diane Davis from Dupont. With the increase in salt water pools, outdoor kitchens and upgrades in patios and outdoor living areas to stone new profit centers are there for the asking. While customers love the feel of a salt water pool the salts which dry on porous stone and concrete pavers are causing much heartache for both the homeowner and headaches the service technician. DuPont™ has developed an easy to apply penetrating sealer that can be applied to the surface to prevent this damage. DuPont is well known for products for the interior of homes for preventing oil and water base stains from occurring. Outdoor kitchens and patios now need the same technology. We offer a full range of products to seal and clean these surfaces. Offering additional services to maintain your homeowner’s backyard oasis is an easy way to increase your profits and become more valuable to your client. These products are now being stocked through your pool chemical suppliers. Learn what questions to ask, how to apply the different sealers, and how to add $$ to your invoices with no additional road time and soliciting new clientele.

A&A Infloor Sytems:

In this class, you will learn fundamental hydraulic principles, component identification, proper troubleshooting techniques, system diagnoses and the repair and renovation of A&A In-Floor Cleaning and Circulation systems. Attendees will receive instruction manuals, product catalog, product list and a 15% discount on system diagnostic tools and equipment.

Heater School:

Raypak will present an introductory level class on heaters. From the basics of heater sizing thru troubleshooting heaters. We will go over codes, installation requirements, gas pressure requirements and what NOT to do.

See Spot Run:

Jack’s Magic Certified Stain Specialist (CSS) program is designed for the builder, plasterer, service, start up and retail professional who seeks the opportunity of learning why and how pools discolor and scale. Proper steps for pool start up’s and how proper water balance and the utilization of aquality. This nationally acclaimed program is a must for the beginner to advanced pool professional and will not only provide powerful information, but additional benefits for becoming a CSS professional.
 
Dennis Chapman, a 34 year veteran of the pool and spa industry has presented this program to hundreds of pool professionals nationwide. His presentations have been performed in conjunction with the Pool Industry Expo, Northeast Pool & Spa Show, Mid-America Show, and the National Plasters Council annual conference, and more.

Infloor Cleaners Tech 101:

This class deals with the complete servicing, repair and function of all infloor cleaning systems, and how to increase your profits by understanding how to quickly determine what needs to be done to solve any condition you come upon. A comprehensive tech manual will be supplied to attendee's and the companies attending will be certified on Paramount Systems and recomended (if desired) to end users in thier zip codes that call into Paramount looking for service companies. Presented by Jim Serkland - Paramount Pool and Spa Systems.

Pool and Spa Automation:

This class teaches how to choose, install, program and operate swimming pool automated systems. Troubleshooting and repair will also be covered. Presented by Jandy

Avoiding Plaster Issues:

Industry Veteran Gregg Garret representative from the National Plasterers Council will teach us how to prevent plaster problems from the start and how to keep your customers happy.

Hydraulics and Variable Speed Pumps:

Go green and save your customer money with these energy saving pumps. Learn about installation and servicing. Prsented by Hayward.

Solar Pool Heating and Heat Pump Winter Heating:

Presented by Michael Chung from Heliocol. Learn how to use your pool all year and not break the bank by combining the use of solar heating and high efficiency heating with heat pumps.

Variable Speed Pumps :

Learn from StaRite about the features and benefits from using Variable speed pumps. Who would benefit. What you need to know to achieve the most efficient application. How much will you save in energy costs.

Virginia Gramme Baker Act:

Presented by swimming pool safety expert Mike Low. This class will present what to look for when bringing pools into compliance with the VGB Act. What needs to be done. What are the different ways of meeting compliance.

Pool Tech 101 and Advanced Pool Tech :

Presented by Mike Long. Mike is an experienced veteran in many facets of the pool industry and current President of the local APSP chapter and past IPSSA chapter president.. He will discuss many facets of swimming pool service and repair from beginning to advanced.

Acrylic Spa 101:

This class teaches basic trouble shooting on portable acrylic spas. What to look for when they don’t work. What is the proper procedure to follow to get the right solution the first time. Presented by spa expert Robert Camerena.

Heaters 101:

Jandy presents an introductory level class on heaters. From the basics of heater sizing thru troubleshooting heaters. We will go over codes, installation requirements ,proper temperature rise, gas pressure requirements and what NOT to do.

Water Chemistry you need to Know:

Que Hales brings his many years of experience in pool water treatment and research to present chemistry in an entertaining and informative way. He has the latest research and dispels old commonly held myths of pool chemistry.

Phosphate Control and Enzyme Treatment for Pools and Spas:

Harold Evans from Orenda Technologies discusses what we should know about enzymes. What they are and how they work, and how they benefit the swimming pool technician. He will also cover the latest on what is known about biofilm and how it impacts swimming pool care. Phosphates and how they impact swimming pool treatment will also be discussed.

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