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OAKWORKS® Spa Clinician  Now in Bamboo!

OAKWORKS® Bamboo Spa Cliniciantm treatment table provides incredible versatility and comfort with the added benefits of natural bamboo. Unlike many spa treatment tables OAKWORKS®’  proprietary Clinician design      incorporates a higher quality and unique construction details that make it the most durable, reliable and now the most ecological table of its kind in the spa industry. At the top of our Clinician line, the Spa Cliniciantm package features OAKWORKS® patented Access Design Top providing laptop client access, our famously comfortable AeroCeltm padding and upgraded UltraTouchtm upholstery, auto-adjust removable side armrests, and our patented QuickLocktm Face Rest. Loaded with features and able to withstand the test of time, the Spa Cliniciantm treatment table is an environmentally, economically and aesthetically smart choice!

Since 1977 Oakworks® has been committed to you, our larger community, and the planet. In the formative years Oakworks® supported educational outreach programs in Organic Gardening and Solar Energy. Today we continue that tradition in reducing our impact on the environment and supporting organizations that maximize our positive impact on society. Oakworks® is a Global Cooling Partner with Trees for the Future™ and with them have neutralized our carbon footprint on the world. Our Comfort that Cares™ campaign supports the National Breast Cancer Foundation and their work of education and research for a cure. Oakworks® is a proud sponsor of the GREEN SPA NETWORK, supporting their efforts to bring sustainable operating practices to the spa industry.

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CLICK HERE for more information on the OAKWORKS® Bamboo Spa Clinician


Why Choose a Sustainable Option?

Sustainability means: Do no lasting harm to the Earth’s resources, valuing the survival of   future generations over Immediate needs. As a Spa Professional, you can make choices that will build and support a sustainable spa business.

Start your commitment to a sustainable facility by choosing furniture, fixtures and equipment that have FSC rating, which supports the sustainable harvest of trees and cares for the future needs of the forest. Select water based lacquers and glue, eco-friendly upholstery made with biodegradable materials and CFC free cushions. Ask to see the incredible selection of sustainable products that are available in today’s spa market.

Spa Development International is dedicated to our core values; supporting our clients and partners, while striving to exceed expectations, honoring the balance within our environment and our commitment to sustainable spa practices and working to unite this incredible industry!


5 Tips for Choosing Your Spa Equipment

Our team at Spa Development International has put together this simple tool to provide you with the top areas for consideration when making that final selection for your spa’s furniture, fixtures, treatment equipment and opening supplies:

Consider Your Brand Identity –

Decide what is going to set you apart from the competition. Once established, you can select treatments & services that will continue to support that brand identity; equipment, products and fixtures should mirror that vision in style and function.

Consider Your Space –

Check dimensions and functionality, as well as assessing the operational needs of the work space. Ask your Equipment Specialist about special options that will address your specific requirements. For example: Hot towel cabis can be placed in a cabinet below the table to save on counter space.

Consider Your Timeline –

Ask your Equipment Specialist for the “lead time” for each piece of equipment. Construction can take from 6 to 8 weeks to produce. Custom orders can take up to 12 weeks; so plan accordingly.

Consider Your M.E.P. Specifications -

Ask your Equipment Specialist for Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Specifications for your spa equipment. This is a critical component that supplies your Architect, Designer, General Contractor and Spa Consultant with all the specifics needed to guarantee successful installation and operation of the equipment.

Consider An Equipment Specialist –

Your Equipment Specialist is a spa professional that specifically has relationships with the industry’s top vendors and continually seeks out the ‘latest and the greatest’ in equipment innovations. They can create room templates and help you navigate through the endless details of equipment selection, procurement, delivery and even the installation process.

Consider Spa Development International –

Equipment Specialists with over twenty- five years in the spa industry, it is our mission to offer genuine passion, best pricing practices, operational experience and expertise for your new build, expansion or on-going equipment needs.


Tell us . . . .
With the state of our current economy what are you doing differently to maintain or increase your business?
Click here to email your success stories!
We will be posting your responses in our May newsletter.


See you there. . . .

NYSPA 5th Annual Symposium
Rye, New York
May 7th – 9th 2009
SDI is a benefactor for the event and will be attending.

International, Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference
Las Vegas, Nevada
June 13th- 15th 2009
Ellen L. McGinnis is presenting “Power Booking”
Sunday, June 14th, 3:30-4:30 PM


Did you know?
  • The Average Spa Guest Creates 27 lbs. of Laundry
  • Women produce TWICE the amount of trash of men
  • 55 Gallons of Water are used Per Hydrotherapy Treatment
  • 50% of Energy Costs are Dedicated to HVAC & Lighting
  • 20 Gallons of Water are used per Pedicure
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