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The Only Hot Tub App That Cuts Electrical Costs
When we first introduced our hot tub wireless control system, OnSpa™, the typical reaction was….WHY? How hard is it to push the button?. Well recently we rolled out a feature of this system that helps people ‘get it’. The app platform enabled our engineers to develop an easy phone interface that lets hot tub owners [...]
Eco Pak Firmware Update Version 1.30
Attached is a new version of software (1.30) to replace the existing revision 1.20.1 The new firmware contains some new safety features and some improvements to operation. New Safety Features: – Pump 1 runs on low speed for 60 seconds (was 20) before the heater is switched on. This is to help protect the heater [...]
Reclaiming “Mommy Me-Time” — How to Turn Family Hot Tubs into a Source of Relaxation for Mom
Most hot tub purchases are made with a family in mind, and it’s not hard to see why: family hot tub parties are amazing ways to bond with your loved ones. I’m as much of a fan of family spa time as anyone, but I’m also the one monitoring the hot tub chemicals and changing [...]
Three Winter Hot Tub Party Ideas to Heat Up Your Social Calendar
Winter is coming—guess it’s time to close down the hot tub for the season. Wait! Stop! Don’t touch that tub! Winter is one of the absolute best times of year to use your spa; there’s no reason to close down your spa. In fact, it’s one of the best ways to keep warm while enjoying [...]
Why Hot Tub Covers are an Absolute Must-Have Accessory
If you’re thinking about getting a hot tub, you’re no doubt busy dreaming up all the fun things you’ll do in that relaxing spa: host a hot tub party, play some family spa games, work out in your swim spa—not to mention taking advantage of all those hot tub therapeutic benefits! But you’ll need one [...]
Hot Tubs After Dark: Let Lighting Transform Your Spa Space
One of the biggest advantages to owning a private hot tub is that you’re free to sink down into your relaxing spa any time you want—even after the sun goes down. Whether you’re playing a few post-dinner family spa games, hosting your own hot tub party, or simply relishing in a little starlit relaxation for [...]
Hot Tub Tailgating: Planning the Perfect Game Day Hot Tub Party
Three things heat up when the weather cools down: politics, hot tubs, and football season. Though an Election Day spa party doesn’t exactly sound like a roaring good time, what could be better than spending Game Day in a hot spa? Grab some hot wings, chill the beer and tell your fellow football fans to [...]
Tween Girl Hot Tub Parties
There is no doubt that tween girls enjoy texting and chatting on social networks with their friends. However, their absolute favorite activities include laughing and giggling, in person of course. Now add a hot tub to their most favorite things to do, and that’s where the squealing really begins. Throwing tween hot tub parties has [...]
Hot Tub on the Roof!
We came across this piece in the Daily Mail on Monday and it brought a chuckle to the Arctic Spas team. On the Engineering Departments building in the University of Michigan a mystery occurred when a hot tub appeared…on the roof. Yep, you heard us right, on the ROOF. The Daily Mail report speculated that it was [...]
Hot Tub Handrails and Towel Bars: Safety and Convenience
How many cup holders does your vehicle have? Not sure? Some of you may know the answer while others may think it’s a silly question. In a car report about the psychology of cars and cup holders, it’s noted that sales are often driven by how many are inside a vehicle. Apparently, for many car [...]
