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Navigating the EPA’s Sodium Bromide Decision: Scott Hamilton on the Talking Pools Podcast

If you are a pool professional, you already know that staying ahead of industry regulations and chemical standards is crucial to your business. Recently, the EPA’s Interim Decision on Sodium Bromide has sparked a lot of conversation—and a few questions—across the pool service industry. To help clear the water, United Chemical’s own Scott Hamilton recently sat down […]

Article in brief:
  • The EPA Interim Decision Explained: A straightforward breakdown of the EPA’s recent regulatory changes regarding sodium bromide and how it impacts the pool and spa industry.
  • Exclusive Study Results: Firsthand insights from United Chemical’s recent clinical studies on the efficacy and safety of sodium bromide treatments.
  • Navigating the Future: How United Chemical is innovating and adapting to ensure pool pros always have the best, most compliant tools in their trucks.

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If you are a pool professional, you already know that staying ahead of industry regulations and chemical standards is crucial to your business. Recently, the EPA’s Interim Decision on Sodium Bromide has sparked a lot of conversation—and a few questions—across the pool service industry.

To help clear the water, United Chemical’s own Scott Hamilton recently sat down with the hosts of the Talking Pools podcast.

In this episode, Scott dives deep into the regulatory updates, breaking down exactly what the EPA’s stance means for you, your routes, and your business. But he doesn’t stop at the regulations; Scott also reveals exclusive, data-driven insights from United Chemical’s latest studies on sodium bromide products.

Listen to the Episode Below:

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The EPA Interim Decision Explained: A straightforward breakdown of the EPA’s recent regulatory changes regarding sodium bromide and how it impacts the pool and spa industry.
  • Exclusive Study Results: Firsthand insights from United Chemical’s recent clinical studies on the efficacy and safety of sodium bromide treatments.
  • Treating Tough Algae Blooms: Practical, science-backed strategies for continuing to treat severe algae blooms and managing ongoing pool chemistry effectively under the new guidelines.
  • Navigating the Future: How United Chemical is innovating and adapting to ensure pool pros always have the best, most compliant tools in their trucks.

Whether you are dealing with a stubborn green monster or just want to ensure your daily chemistry management is fully compliant and optimized, this episode is a must-listen.

Have questions after listening?
We are here to help you navigate these updates. Drop a comment below, or reach out to us directly to learn more about our study results and how United Chemical can support your business.

About the Author

Scott Hamilton
Scott Hamilton, CEO of United Chemical, is a second-generation pool chemistry expert. Trained by founder Jock Hamilton, Scott combines decades of industry experience with a passion for pool water education, ensuring United Chemical remains the trusted leader in innovative water care.

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