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E-252 Pool Nation Podcast – From Skimmers to Smart Tech: Hayward’s Century of Pool Innovation

📅 June 16, 2025 ⏱️ 1:30:23 🎤 Edgar De Jesus, John JJ Flawless, Zack Nicholas, Justin Butler, Ryan Morrison, CT, Lindsay, Kurt

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  • 0:00
    Hayward's Century of Innovation
    Edgar de Jesus, John Flawless, and Zack Nicholas kick off the podcast celebrating Hayward's 100-year anniversary and introducing guests Justin Butler and Ryan Morrison from Hayward.
  • 0:14
    Hayward's Early History
    Ryan Morrison details Hayward's origins in 1925 as a metal valve company and its pivot to the pool industry with the pioneering plastic skimmer in the 1960s.
  • 0:18
    Innovation Milestones
    Justin Butler and Ryan Morrison discuss Hayward's significant product innovations, including the acquisition of Gold Line for salt chlorinators and Summit for heat pumps, as well as the strategic investment in OmniLogic automation during the recession.
  • 0:30
    Customer Focus & Culture
    The hosts and guests explore how Hayward maintains relevance through continuous innovation, transparency, deep respect for pool professionals, and fostering a family-like culture rooted in Oscar Davis's principles of curiosity and kindness.
  • 0:49
    Impact & Training Initiatives
    Hayward's commitment to industry education is highlighted through their new training hubs across the US, offering hands-on technical and business training for pool professionals, and their partnership with Future Builders of America to introduce high school students to the pool industry.
  • 1:04
    US Manufacturing & OmniX
    Ryan and Justin proudly discuss Hayward's extensive US manufacturing facilities and delve into the groundbreaking OmniX decentralized automation system, which promises to revolutionize pool control with its mesh network and modular approach.
  • 1:21
    Final Thoughts & Resources
    The episode concludes with guests sharing information about Hayward's revamped website, loyalty programs, bounty program, and new heat-chill calculator, while hosts express appreciation for Hayward's contributions to the industry.

Speakers

E
Edgar De Jesus
Host
J
John JJ Flawless
Host
Z
Zack Nicholas
Host
J
Justin Butler
R
Ryan Morrison
VP of sales at Hayward
C
CT
L
Lindsay
K
Kurt

Key Takeaways

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Hayward offers a 'Trade Bounty Program' incentivizing pool pros to replace old equipment with new Hayward products, providing direct financial rewards for installers.

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Utilize Hayward's new training hubs for hands-on technical training on equipment like gas heaters and automation systems, which can significantly enhance your team's skills and efficiency.

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Explore the new OmniX decentralized automation system, which allows for gradual automation of pool equipment, making smart pool technology more accessible and cost-effective for clients.

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Leverage the advanced features of Hayward's S3 salt chlorinator, which boasts a wider operating range (800-8,000 PPM) and can chlorinate with liquid chlorine's salinity, reducing service calls and extending usability.

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Visit the revamped hayward.com and Hayward Rewards program for updated information, resources, and loyalty benefits.

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Take advantage of Hayward's heat-chill calculator on their website to accurately size and estimate performance for pool heating and cooling projects, especially for cold plunges.

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Consider introducing high school students to the pool industry by leveraging programs like Hayward's partnership with Future Builders of America to cultivate future talent and address labor shortages.

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