Top 50 Products of 2003: the new products that readers are most interested in and where you can get them

Pool & Spa News, April 11, 2003

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26 Master Spas offers the Legend luxury spa series. The Legend Series Xtreme and the all-new LSX1050 include the new Xtreme Therapy Seat. This ergonomic seat utilizes 20 strategically placed jets with two whirlpools. LSX has an optional Sony CD/FM stereo system; the LSX1050 offers an optional pop-up, 15-inch, flat-screen Spa Theater System with a CD/FM stereo and DVD player. Master Spas, Fort Wayne, Ind.; (260) 436-9100; www.masterspas.com.

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27 Mortex Manufacturing Co. introduces the Systexstamp. This new product is designed so that users can make stamped patterns on existing concrete decks and walkways. The easy-to-apply stamp offers many color and pattern possibilities, according to the manufacturer. Mortex Manufacturing Co. Inc., Tucson, Ariz.; (800) 338-3225; www.mortex.com.

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28 N. Jonas & Co. offers the Therma-Swim Liquid Solar Cover. The product features a biodegradable liquid designed to reduce heat loss. It is easy to use: Simply pour into the pool. It doesn't affect the operation of pool cleaners, according to manufacturer. N. Jonas & Co. Inc., Bensalem, Pa.; (800) 523-6533.

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29 Oceaneering Research & Development offers Newlander Armor Products for building and resurfacing pools. Applications for these inground fiberglass building systems include pools, tanks and more. Oceaneering Research & Development, Spokane, Wash,; (800) 644-9168.

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30 Pentair Pool Products presents the MiniMax NT Heater and IntelliTouch Pool & Spa Control System. IntelliTouch is designed to be an easily programmable, flexible pool/spa control system with a large, high-resolution panel screen, four optional remote controls and more. The MiniMax heater features fan-assisted exhaust, corrosion-resistant headers and stainless steel burners. Natural gas and propane models available. Pentair Pool Products, Sanford, N.C.; (800) 374-4300; www.pentairpool.com.

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31 Pool Systems introduces the Wacky Pool Chair. Users are able to relax semi-submerged in a floating lounger. The U-shaped tube inflates in seconds and includes a suspended mesh hammock bottom. The colorful, compact product is easy to ship and uses minimal shelf space, per maker. Pool Systems, Phoenix; (480) 785-0176.

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32 Pro-Sun Tanning Industries offers the ProSun Select 24 Super Plus tanning bed. The 220V tanning bed features 24 lamps with eight dual facial tanners and eight arm tanners. The flat, wide bench allows for a more comfortable tan and better support of the back, neck and shoulders, per manufacturer. Pro-Sun Tanning Industries, St. Petersburg, Fla.; (800) 874-2776.

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33 Protect-A-Child Pool Fence offers removable pool safety fences that feature a lock-in deck, fiberglass support posts and point-lock latch. Lifetime warranty. Protect-A-Child Pool Fence, Pompano Beach, Fla.; (800) 992-2206.