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New Products, Big Ideas, and Splash 2026 Preview

The countdown to Splash 2026 is on, and this week on Mondays Down Under, Lee, Shane, and Nick take a look at some of the new products and innovations expected to debut at the industry's biggest trade show. But before diving into the latest technology, the conversation starts where many pool businesses find themselves this time of year—surviving end-of-financial-year stocktakes, inventory headaches, and the never-ending challenge of keeping track of service vehicle inventory.

From there, the discussion shifts to why attending industry trade shows is about much more than collecting brochures. It's about gaining new perspectives, networking with peers, discovering better ways to run your business, and seeing firsthand where the industry is headed.

The team highlights several exciting products they're looking forward to seeing at Splash, including autonomous robotic cleaners, advanced oxidation systems paired with low-salt chlorination, next-generation heat pumps with impressive efficiency ratings, and new training opportunities designed to improve water testing and chemistry knowledge.

They also discuss the importance of proper system installation, flow rates for UV and AOP systems, inventory accountability, and why staying current with new technology can give pool professionals a competitive advantage.

Whether you're planning to attend Splash or simply want to know what's coming next in the pool industry, this episode offers an excellent preview of the products, conversations, and innovations everyone will be talking about.

In this episode:

•  End-of-financial-year stocktake challenges 
•  Managing inventory in retail and service businesses 
•  Service vehicle inventory accountability 
•  Why tracking serial numbers matters 
•  Why every pool professional should attend Splash 
•  Networking versus collecting business cards 
•  Preview of the 2026 Splash Trade Show 
•  LaMotte Pacific's new Training Academy 
•  Autonomous robotic pool cleaners 
•  Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) systems 
•  Low-salt chlorination technology 
•  UV system installation considerations 
•  New high-efficiency heat pumps 
•  Industry education and upcoming expert interviews 
•  How innovation continues to shape the pool industry 

Coming Soon on Talking Pools

The team also previews several upcoming guest interviews featuring leading industry experts covering:

•  Water testing and chemistry 
•  Spa repair and maintenance 
•  Grounding and electrical safety 
•  Heating technology 
•  Equipment innovations from Splash 2026 

If you're passionate about improving your business, staying current with new technology, and learning from some of the industry's best, you won't want to miss the upcoming episodes.

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