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July 1, 2010 Newport Controls Files Antitrust Suit

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:32:02 +0000

July 1, 2010

Newport Controls Files Antitrust Suit Accusing Quad-C's Balboa Water Group of Unlawful Acts

Newport Controls, LLC filed an antitrust complaint today against Balboa Water Group, Inc., a Quad-C Management Inc. venture, in the United States District Court for the Central District of California under Sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Antitrust Act and California law.

The complaint alleges Balboa Water Group is an unlawful monopolist and "willfully engages in anticompetitive and exclusionary acts" that stifle innovation and result in higher prices for electronic spa control systems and the hot tub manufacturers buying them.

Newport seeks treble monetary damages and a permanent injunction to stop what it describes as past and ongoing anticompetitive acts by Balboa.
As stated in the complaint, "Balboa's methods are coercive, oppressive, deceptive, unethical, exclusionary and caused injury to competition and competitors, including Newport Controls."

"We filed this complaint not only for Newport Controls, but for the entire industry to maintain and foster fair and open competition," said Michael Rogerson, Chairman and CEO of Newport Controls. "Every competitor should have an opportunity to provide the best products to customers using the latest innovative technology to benefit consumers at a fair price."

About Newport Controls:
Newport Controls is headquartered in Irvine, California and is the manufacturer of revolutionary Smart Controls for hot tubs. To learn more about these products visit www.newportcontrols.com, email insidesales@newportcontrols.com, or call (877) 855-7727.

April 28, 2010 Newport Controls Files Complaint

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:27:44 +0000

April 28, 2010

Newport Controls Files Complaint Seeking Declaratory Judgment Against Balboa Water Group

Newport Controls, LLC filed a complaint today against Balboa Water Group, Inc. seeking declaratory judgments of patent non-infringement and invalidity in the United States District Court for the Central District of California in Los Angeles. In the complaint, Newport Controls asserted that the company's development and sales of a new and improved spa system do not infringe four patents owned by Balboa—United States Patent Nos. 5,361,215, 5,550,753, 5,559,720, and 7,030,343—and that claims of those patents are invalid.

Newport Controls has recently begun to sell a revolutionary spa system. As stated in the complaint, Balboa "has been contacting Newport Controls' actual and potential customers with threats to sue them and Newport Controls for patent infringement arising from Newport Controls' spa system."

"Newport Controls understands that it is important to respect intellectual property, but it is equally important that patent owners do not overreach and threaten meritless lawsuits," said Michael J. Rogerson, Chairman, President, and CEO of Newport Controls. "Patent owners should respect innovations by competitors, and we want to assure our customers that Newport Controls stands behind our products."

About Newport Controls

Newport Controls is headquartered in Irvine, California and is the manufacturer of revolutionary Smart Controls for Hot Tub applications. To learn more about Newport Controls, please visit www.newportcontrols.com.

Feb. 17, 2010 Azure Series

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 08:42:47 +0000

February 17, 2010

Advanced Technology Comes to Hot Tub Controls

Technology is changing faster than most industries can keep up with and until now the hot tub industry was no exception. With the introduction of Newport Controls' Azure Series of hot tub controls consumers can have technology at their finger tips while enjoying their hot tub. These innovative SmartControls are equipped with industry changing features and benefits.

The Azure Series is available in three models and comes in a variety of shapes and colors to fit any hot tub. SmartControls feature full-color LCD screens, plain text messages, and intelligent energy saving cycles for heating and filtering. In addition, Azure offers mood personalization. This unique feature activates several user preferences with a single press of a button.

The Azure Series has truly revolutionized the hot tub control industry. Until the introduction of SmartControls, choices for control panels were limited. The only options available use antiquated displays that are difficult to read and understand. Cryptic messages force the owner to use a manual for even the simplest of operations like setting filter cycles or the time of day. Now, consumers can enjoy greater freedom, flexability, and the energy saving capabilities they want and expect.

For demos, training videos or to learn more visit www.newportcontrols.com or contact your local dealer. To find a dealer near you, call (877) 855-7727 or email insidesales@newportcontrols.com.

Nov. 16, 2009 UL Recognized

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:44:30 +0000

November 16, 2009

Newport Controls LLC is proud to introduce our complete line of UL Recognized SmartControls.

Today’s hot tub manufacturers are in a race to capture market share. Historically, hot tub control system options have been limited to a few suppliers that share the same ideas. Original Equipment Manufacturers and consumers alike have been left trying to figure out cryptic codes and their definition.

Introducing breakthrough technology is never easy; however, offering a consumer electronic hot tub control system is long overdue. Our SmartControls go beyond traditional control systems and are focused on ease of use, energy savings, and giving the hot tub owner what they want, the opportunity to spend more time enjoying their hot tub, and saving money.

Original Equipment Manufacturers can incorporate our i810, i830, and i860 controllers and choose from several topside panels. Custom branding opportunities including video infomercials and contact information encourage repeat business. And, with the integrated entertainment hot tub controls, audio video equipment can be controlled by the topside panel reducing the time to manufacture a spa.

Consumers will appreciate the feature rich SmartControl that includes full-color LCD video displays, plain text messages, pop-up alerts, multiple languages, and much more. Existing customers can upgrade their hot tubs and take advantage of all that SmartControls have to offer.

To learn more about these products and see online demos, visit us at www.newportcontrols.com or contact your local dealer. To find a dealer near you, call 949-442-4271 or email insidesales@newportcontrols.com.

Nov. 13, 2009 Merlin Series

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:09:03 +0000

November 13, 2009

Introducing the Most Technologically Advanced Hot Tub Control

At a time when technology is changing daily and consumers are demanding information at their fingertips Newport Controls delivers the most technologically advanced hot tub control systems available today – the Merlin Series of SmartControls. These innovative control systems are equipped with internet and email capabilities, something no other hot tub control system on the market offers.

The Merlin Series is available in two models and comes in either a 7” or 12” screen size. The Merlin I is a video display which is equipped with all the standard SmartControl features including full-color LCD screens, plain text messages, daily programmable filter cycles, Moods setting, shortcut modes, and more In addition, Merlin I offers the ability to manage video inputs for TV and DVD.

The Merlin II expands the SmartControl offerings by adding email and Internet surfing capabilities. It connects to the owner's PC using the latest configuration of Microsoft OS.

Plus, the Merlin series comes in a pop-up enclosure instead of a bulkhead mount. These wireless panels offer greater freedom, flexibility, and the energy saving capabilities consumers expect. Merlin Series is good for your wallet and good for our planet.

Merlin SmartControls are scheduled for availability in the first quarter of 2010. For demos, training videos and to learn more visit www.newportcontrols.com or contact your local dealer. To find a dealer near you, call (877) 855-7727 or email insidesales@newportcontrols.com.

Nov. 6, 2009 New Hot Tub SmartControls

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:45:17 +0000

November 6, 2009

New Hot Tub SmartControls –
Smart for the Environment and Your Wallet

SmartControls, an innovative line of hot tub control systems developed by Newport Controls, LLC, are now available for shoppers in the market for a new hot tub, or for owners who simply want to upgrade their existing hot tub.

In developing the SmartControl systems Newport Controls took the environment into careful consideration. According to CEO and President Michael Rogerson, SmartControls are the most energy-efficient hot tub controls currently on the market. “These hot tub control systems are revolutionary, offering unparalleled energy savings, there is simply nothing out there like it.”

SmartControls are able to save energy thanks to several features, such as variable speed circulation pumps, 7-day programmable filter cycles, Smart-Polling, Smart-Filtering and much more. Together, these offer maximum energy efficiency which is good for your wallet and good for the environment.

The Smart-Polling and Smart-Filtering work in all types of environments, from extreme cold temperatures to extreme hot temperatures. So, no matter where SmartControls are being used you will enjoy maximum energy efficiency.

SmartControls are currently available. To learn more about these products visit www.newportcontrols.com or contact your local dealer. To find a dealer near you, call (877) 855-7727 or email insidesales@newportcontrols.com

Oct. 19, 2009 Revolutionary Controls

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:24:55 +0000

October 19, 2009

Newport Controls Revolutionizes the Hot Tub and Spa Industry With SmartControls

At a time when frugality is causing consumers to choose hot tubs over in-ground spas, today’s savvy consumer still expects the latest in smart technology to be a part of their purchase. This is where Rogerson Aircraft Corporation, a highly successful aeronautics industry supplier of flight instrumentation and control systems, discovered the opportunity to bring a series of revolutionary SmartControls to the hot tub industry. Newport Controls, LLC, a division of Rogerson, was developed specifically for this purpose.

“In today’s economy, shoppers are looking for smart buys,” says Michael Rogerson, CEO and President of Newport Controls, LLC “and, as is the case with Newport Controls, purchase price is not the final answer. Newport Controls unique Smart Polling and Smart Filtering will save much more than the original purchase price.”

And yet, when it comes to technology, today’s frugal consumer still wants to enjoy a hot tub with the level of the technology they’ve come to expect. Hot tub shoppers are looking for their purchase to include the level of convenience and enjoyment found with their mobile phones, laptops, and anything involving a computer chip.

“We have four series of SmartControls to choose from,” says Rogerson, “ and options for hot tub shoppers to request for their new hot tub, or retrofit systems made to work with just about any existing system out there today.” These SmartControls offer a wide variety of unmatched lifestyle and safety features far beyond the industry standard. With a wide range of controllers available to choose from, a hot tub user is able to pre-set their hot tub so it is ready when they are, personalize mood controls, play video games, watch a DVD, surf the web and much more all in the comfort of their hot tub. No matter what one may be looking for in a hot tub control, chances are Newport Controls has the solution.

To learn more about these products visit us at www.newportcontrols.com or contact your local dealer. To find a dealer near you, call 949-442-4271 or email roberta@newportcontrols.com.