Pool Nation Podcast
Pool Nation Podcast
Pool Nation
E-304 Pool Nation Podcast - AquaLink Edge Igniting What's Next: Fluidra's Vision for the Future of Pool Technology
1 hour 39 minutes Posted Jun 8, 2026 at 6:00 am.
Introduction & Welcome
Meet Fluidra's Jeremy Young & Orlando Gadella
Heritage Pro Service Academy & Pool Pro Challenge Updates
Jeremy's Journey: From Pool Construction to Fluidra Innovation
Why Education & Training Matter in the Pool Industry
Orlando's Background in Digital Technology & Why He Joined Fluidra
The Official AquaLink Edge Reveal
Edge Computing vs Cloud Computing Explained
Creating Better Pool Owner Experiences
New In-Can Display & Home Display Features
Why Pool Automation Must Work Without Internet
Built-In Flow Monitoring & Smarter Equipment Control
Five Years of Development Behind AquaLink Edge
Easier Setup, Faster Installation & Wireless Communication
Personalized Access for Homeowners, Service Pros & Airbnb Properties
Service Mode Improvements & Smart Notifications
Wireless Equipment Discovery & Future Product Ecosystem
Customer Experience vs Traditional Automation
The Future of Connected Pool Equipment
Tracker IO & The Future of Pool Service Management
How Data Will Transform Pool Businesses
Future Integration Between Pool Builders & Service Companies
AquaLink Edge Release Timeline & Launch Plans
Final Thoughts & Closing Remarks
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Show notes
In episode # 304 of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar De Jesus and Zac "The Pool Boy" Nicholas sit down with Jeremy Young and Orlando Gadea from Fluidra to reveal one of the biggest pool industry technology launches in years: the all-new AquaLink Edge platform.
This isn't just another automation panel. Fluidra shares how AquaLink Edge is built around edge computing, smarter equipment communication, local processing, enhanced homeowner experiences, and a future ecosystem designed to help pool professionals run more efficient and profitable businesses.
The conversation dives deep into automation, connected equipment, wireless communication, AI-driven pool management, smarter service operations, and how Tracker IO is helping transform the way pool companies manage routes, inventory, service calls, and customer experiences.
Whether you're a pool service professional, builder, repair technician, retailer, or industry leader, this episode provides an exclusive first look at where pool technology is heading and how it will impact your business over the next decade.
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