Manufacturing Today Issue - 224 May 2024 | Page 44

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Award-winning hot tub and swim spa manufacturer , Master Spas , provides a range of ultra-therapeutic products that bring pure relaxation and an oasis to any outdoor living space . As wellness is increasingly becoming a key aspect of our lives , hot tubs and swim spas offer a holistic self-care solution , with benefits including reduced stress and anxiety , relief from certain pains , and improved circulation .

The business was founded in 1996 by Bob Lauter and current CEO , Terry Valmassoi , who purchased the spa division of Fort Wayne Pools as a foundational base . Through a commitment to innovation and industryleading quality , Master Spas has grown to be the world ’ s largest swim spa manufacturer and the largest hot tub manufacturer to build all products in the United States . It has received multiple patents and industry awards and established a strong reputation for providing quality products to customers via a global dealer-based sales model .
Today , Master Spas is headquartered in Fort Wayne , Indiana , on a 50-acre campus comprising 650,000 square feet of manufacturing , warehouse , and shipping space across nine buildings . The
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