Episode 263: Game Changer! Jandy SpeedSet Controller, New Pumps Features & Benefits with Senior Product Manager Steve Jones
Today we’re sitting down with Fluidra’s Senior Product Manager Steve Jones to explore the Jandy SpeedSet Pump Controller and new lineup of swimming pool pumps.
With growing calls for a highly customizable and automation-friendly pump controller, Jandy went all-in on creating a world-class product that broke new ground in the pump industry. In designing the SpeedSet, Jandy fixed the two most common complaints by servicers: a display that was too cheap and tiny, and a confusing menu that was tedious to navigate.
Learn how Jandy overcame gaps and weaknesses in the original JEP-R with their innovative flywheel navigation dial, allowing servicers to easily scroll through menus and make changes with a single press. They’ve also added a useful security feature that creates backups of previous scripts to guard against programming mistakes by either the servicer or the homeowner.
Then there’s automation pass-throughs that allow users to halt and continue regular programming at will, a very useful feature when cleaning pump baskets. There’s even a quick-clean button when a servicer is preparing to add chemicals.
Steve also tells us about the initial resistance from tech writing teams and how the user-friendly interface won them over, as well as the storyboarding process behind this transformative controller. Whether you’re a homeowner, builder, or servicer, the Jandy team designed the SpeedSet pump to be a guaranteed game-changer.
We discuss the feedback and reception to the Speedset pump in the pool industry, how Jandy is navigating the challenge of adoption among service providers, and how the company is maximizing environmental friendliness with new and upcoming pump designs.
Steve speaks on the development of the DV2A pump series, breaking down its 1.3, the 1.65, and the 1.85 models. He also explains the differences between the ePump and the FloPro.
Finally, Steve breaks down WEF scores and how the DOE’s new regulation impacts the manufacturing and installation process, and the future of the pool pump industry.
Topics Discussed:
[00:02:15] About Steve Jones
[00:05:41] Lessons in being a product manager
[00:07:18] What is the Jandy SpeedSet Controller?
[00:08:10] What pumps can you use the SpeedSet?
[00:10:49] Why was the SpeedSet created?
[00:13:13] The feel and look of the SpeedSet
[00:19:27] Is the SpeedSet sold separate or attached?
[00:20:19] Does the SpeedSet need automation or can it be standalone?
[00:21:32] The usability of the SpeedSet is the "wow factor"
[00:24:42] No separate app
[00:25:20] Feedback on Jandy SpeedSet
[00:30:13] The new 3.8 horsepower pumps
[00:33:21] The differences between E-Pump & Flow Pro
[00:36:14] What is "wet end"?
[00:37:28] Getting more from the pump on spas
[00:49:34] Pumps are value focused
[00:51:22] How many pumps are offered now?
[00:52:46] WEF Score
[01:02:04] The future for pool pumps?
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