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esidential featureTheJET AGE28 | <strong>SPLASH</strong>! splashmagazine.com.au
esidential featureOver the years, Viking Spashas increased the numberof jets from six to 71Christina DiMartinodiscovers spa jettechnology is the keyto hydrotherapy andproviding a warminner glow.Spas and hot tubs are the most popular way to enjoy the hydrotherapybenefits of warm water. The demand is from both theresidential owners as well as commercial categories such ashotels, resorts, cruise ships and health spas.Looking at the changes in technology over the years reveals improvementsin the experience for the consumer and less hassles forthe builder and maintenance technicians.Major spa makers work with one of the spa jet manufacturerswho dot the globe, aiming to develop jets that they can claim as beingexclusively their own.Given the highly competitivearena for spas today, this is animportant marketing tool. SpaThe most important quality of a spa jet is that it be just that – quality“Hand and foot jets – utilising thescience of reflexology – are a must.”manufacturers can boast having spa jets that provide any or all ofwhat consumers consider important in their spa experience, suchas deep muscle, pressure point and soothing massages, or justtotal relaxation.New technology and aestheticsTom Kneeshaw, director of sales and marketing for Viking Spas inGrand Rapids, Michigan, USA, says that the company has maintaineda relationship with its jet manufacturer for almost two decades.“Over the years they havedone a great job providing aninnovative look and enhanced jettherapy, and the quantity of jetsin our spas has gone from six inthe early 1990s to our newest spa with 71 jets,” he says.“The look of the jet is certainly new today. It blends a shiny blackplastic with a stainless steel appearance. We’ve come a long waysince the solid white and grey jets of our past.”He added that Viking Spas also utilises many different functioningjets that provide different therapies for the user.“Regardless of the appearance, the most important qualityof a spa jet is that it has to be just that – quality,” Kneeshaw says.“A jet has to be made to withstand harsh environments andbe able to perform the way it did when the water was first placedin the spa. On/off, spinning and positioning are just as importantas the aesthetic look, and that look should maintain itselfthroughout the life of the product. What felt good in the showroomshould be the performance that the customer will enjoy for thenext decade.”He says that while the performance of the jets is certainly important,even more critical is jet placement.“A user should be able to simply rest comfortably in the seat andthe spa should then do the rest,” he says. “Viking varies the jettingso that every seat provides an entirely different massage. Hand andfoot jets – utilising the science of reflexology – are a must to providerelaxation to our customers. Those looking for direct therapyfor the back, neck, thighs, arms and even fingers can find it in awell-designed spa.”splashmagazine.com.au <strong>SPLASH</strong>! | 29
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