How a 28-Year Industry Relationship Became a Formal PoolCop Dealer Partnership
Canton, United States - May 6, 2026 / Specialty Aquatics and Consulting, LLC /
Specialty Aquatics and Consulting Named Authorized PoolCop Commercial Automation Partner
A long-standing professional relationship between Michael Scheetz and Jim Darke becomes a formal partnership - expanding Specialty Aquatics' capabilities with cloud-connected pool intelligence across Georgia and Florida.
ATLANTA, GA - Specialty Aquatics and Consulting, LLC (n2aquatics.com), a commercial aquatics services and consulting firm serving facility managers, property managers, HOA communities, hotels, resorts, and military installations across Georgia and Florida, has been named an authorized PoolCop dealer and commercial installation partner.
The partnership expands Specialty Aquatics' service capabilities to include smart pool automation, enabling the company to deliver more proactive, data-driven solutions to its commercial client base.
A Partnership Built on Experience and Trust
Michael Scheetz and Jim Darke have operated within the same commercial aquatics circles for years - through industry conferences, PHTA events, and professional networks connecting experienced operators across the field.
Scheetz founded Specialty Aquatics on a foundation of emergency services training, federal-grade compliance standards, and a zero-drownings mission - earning credentials that include CPO, CPI, ARC Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), and SAM-registered federal contractor status.
Darke brings decades of experience in aquatic facility operations and the application of technology to improve safety, efficiency, and accountability in commercial aquatics settings.
When Darke joined PoolCop as Chief Operating Officer, formalizing a partnership with Specialty Aquatics became a logical next step - one that broadens the company's ability to deliver enhanced service and operational visibility to its clients.
"Jim and I have talked about this industry for years - what's broken, what's possible, and what facility managers actually need from the people they hire. When he brought me into the PoolCop conversation, I didn't just see a product demo - I saw a solution to problems I've been solving manually for 28 years. This partnership was inevitable."
- Michael Scheetz, President & Owner, Specialty Aquatics and Consulting, LLC
"Michael is one of the few people in this industry whose field credentials match his character. Technology only delivers value when it's in the right hands. There is no one I trust more to install, configure, and support PoolCop in a commercial environment than Michael and his team."
- Jim Darke, Chief Operating Officer, PoolCop
What This Partnership Delivers for Commercial Facilities
Through this partnership, Specialty Aquatics will deploy PoolCop, a cloud-connected smart pool automation platform that continuously monitors water chemistry, equipment status, temperature, and pressure - providing real-time, actionable data to facility managers and service professionals.
For the commercial operators Specialty Aquatics serves - including HOA communities, multifamily properties, hotels, resorts, and military installations - this expanded capability addresses persistent operational challenges:
- Automated water chemistry management - pH control, disinfection dosing, and ORP monitoring that improve consistency and reduce dependence on manual testing
- Real-time remote monitoring via cloud dashboard and MyPoolCop mobile app - giving facility managers and service teams a shared, live view of pool conditions
- Time-stamped chemical and operational data logs - supporting health department compliance and providing a verifiable record of performance
- Anomaly alerts and early issue detection - identifying problems before they result in closures, unplanned service calls, or costly repairs
- Intelligent filtration scheduling and optional equipment integration - helping reduce energy consumption while sustaining water quality standards
- Modular, scalable system design - allowing solutions to grow alongside facility needs, from single pools to multi-site operations
This positions Specialty Aquatics to deliver a higher level of visibility, consistency, and accountability across the facilities it manages.
What This Means for Clients
Commercial facilities consistently face the same challenge: maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient pool operations with limited time and available labor.
With the addition of PoolCop, Specialty Aquatics shifts that model from reactive service toward proactive, data-driven management.
In practical terms, this translates to fewer unnecessary site visits, faster issue response, and more consistent water quality - while reducing the operational burden on facility managers.
For clients enrolled in a Specialty Aquatics maintenance program, PoolCop adds continuous verification to every aspect of service delivery. Chemical readings are no longer self-reported - they are continuously recorded and system-verified. Equipment performance is tracked in real time, allowing service teams to operate with greater efficiency and accountability.
For property managers evaluating service providers, this level of independent, verifiable data offers meaningful clarity and measurable performance benchmarks.
For new construction and capital improvement projects, PoolCop can be integrated from the outset - supporting compliance from day one while helping reduce long-term operating costs.
Why This Partnership Is Different
Commercial aquatics automation is not a standard equipment installation. Facilities operate under health code requirements, insurance obligations, and public safety standards that demand experienced implementation and sustained support.
Specialty Aquatics brings a strong compliance and operational foundation to every PoolCop installation, including:
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) and Certified Pool Inspector (CPI) credentials
- PHTA Service Council membership
- NIMS certification and SAM federal registration (UEI #WCHKVC6CP5Z9)
- Authorized warranty service for Hayward, Jandy, and Pentair commercial equipment
- Regional industry recognition, including BOGA 2025 honors
This ensures that every installation is not only functional - but aligned with the real-world operational and regulatory requirements of commercial aquatic facilities.
Get Started
Facility managers, property operators, and service providers can contact Specialty Aquatics and Consulting to schedule a system evaluation or learn how PoolCop can be integrated into their operations.
About Specialty Aquatics and Consulting, LLC
Specialty Aquatics and Consulting, LLC is a commercial aquatics services and consulting firm headquartered in Georgia, serving the Atlanta metro and North Georgia corridor and Florida's Panhandle region, with national consulting and federal contracting capabilities.
Services include commercial pool maintenance, equipment repair and replacement, resurfacing, safety inspections, contract audits, lifeguard performance audits, CPO/CPI certification training, SOP and EAP development, cost recovery planning, and smart automation installation.
The company's operating philosophy - Thoughtful, Caring, Honest - reflects a commitment to preparation, safety, and transparency in every client relationship.
Learn more at n2aquatics.com
About PoolCop
PoolCop is a smart pool automation platform delivering cloud-connected, data-driven management solutions for residential and commercial aquatic facilities.
The system is designed to intelligently manage water, chemicals, and energy usage while providing owners and service professionals with a shared, real-time view of pool conditions.
Learn more at poolcop.com
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Specialty Aquatics and Consulting, LLC
Michael Scheetz, President & Owner
Contact Information:
Specialty Aquatics and Consulting, LLC
123 N2Aquatics Way
Canton, GA 30033
United States
Michael Scheetz
(601) 606-4114
https://n2aquatics.com