Hayward® Expands Its OmniLogic® Home Automation Offering to Include Another Top Home Automation Partner

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Hayward Holdings (NYSE:HAYW) announced that its OmniLogic® platform will integrate with URC Total Control® home automation systems, enhancing user management of connected pools and spas. OmniLogic, a cloud-based automation solution, supports voice commands via Alexa and Google Assistant, further promoting Hayward's SmartPad™ technology. This new functionality allows control of up to four bodies of water simultaneously, offering extensive personalization options and easy installation. This collaboration aims to simplify pool management, benefiting consumers by streamlining operations through a unified interface.

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• Integration of OmniLogic with URC Total Control can enhance user experience by simplifying pool management.
• Capability to control four bodies of water simultaneously adds significant convenience for users.
• URC has sold over 100 million control units, indicating a strong market position that can benefit Hayward.

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• None.

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hayward Holdings, Inc. (“Hayward”) today announced that OmniLogic® functionality will now be available on many URC Total Control® home automation interfaces, allowing users to seamlessly manage connected pools and spas from their preferred URC Total Control device.

OmniLogic, Hayward's cloud-based pool and spa automation platform, has long set the industry standard for pool control and management—including integration with voice-enabled devices (via Amazon® Alexa® and Google Assistant®). OmniLogic plays a central role in Hayward’s innovative SmartPad™ collection of connected equipment, which has been an area of rapid development and growth for the company in recent months.

Total Control, the flagship automation product of smart home automation leader Universal Remote Control (URC), accounts for a majority of the more than 100 million URC control units sold to date for both residential and commercial applications. Total Control automation operates across a variety of device types, including tabletop controllers, in-wall touchscreens, handheld remotes, keypads, mobile apps and voice-enabled devices (Amazon Alexa/Google Assistant).

“The Omni platform is all about simplicity,” said Matt Kimball, Vice President of Marketing at Hayward. “We say it all the time: simple is better. So whenever there’s an opportunity to simplify a control scheme onto one device and streamline the user functionality, it’s a huge win for everyone. That’s just one of many reasons why we’re excited to offer the power of OmniLogic to Total Control users. It further extends the capability of our SmartPad innovation and provides more convenience for our customers.”

The added URC Total Control functionality allows for control of four distinct bodies of water at one time, along with easy installation and an array of personalization options. At launch, the OmniLogic unified interface will be supported across many of URC’s Total Control user devices, including:

• TDC models: TDC-7100, TDC-9100
• TKP models: TKP-5600, TKP-7600, TKP-9600
• TRC models: TRC-820, TRC-1080, TRC-1480
• URC Mobile App

Additional programming is available in Total Control Accelerator 3 and Flex 2.

About Hayward Holdings, Inc.

Hayward Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HAYW) is a global connected leader in sustainable pool and backyard technologies all key to the SmartPad™ conversion strategy designed to provide superior seamless outdoor living experiences. Hayward offers a full line of innovative, energy-efficient and sustainable residential and commercial pool equipment, including a complete line of advanced pumps, filters, heaters, automatic pool cleaners, LED lighting, internet of things (IoT) enabled controls, alternative sanitizers and water features.

About URC

URC is a global leader in smart home automation and control solutions. URC technology is respected for unsurpassed performance and reliability, with over 100 million remote controls sold in the past ten years alone. URC control systems include Total Control® and Complete Control®. Innovative URC user interfaces include tabletop controllers, in-wall touchscreens, handheld remotes, keypads and mobile apps, plus voice control integration with Amazon® Alexa® and Google Assistant®. URC systems are custom-designed, installed and maintained by a network of URC-trained systems integration professionals. Its award-winning technical support and training make URC the best choice for home automation.

Google Assistant® is a trademark of Google, LLC and Amazon® and Alexa® are trademarks of Amazon Technologies, Inc. Neither of these companies are affiliated with Hayward Industries, Inc. nor endorses this product.

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Hayward Media Relations:

Tanya McNabb

tmcnabb@hayward.com



URC Corporate:

Ron Pence

rpence@urc-automation.com

Source: Hayward Holdings, Inc.

FAQ

What recent announcement did Hayward Holdings make regarding its OmniLogic platform?

Hayward announced that its OmniLogic® functionality will now integrate with URC Total Control® home automation systems, allowing simplified management of pools and spas.

How does the integration of OmniLogic with URC Total Control benefit users?

The integration allows users to control multiple bodies of water simultaneously, enhancing convenience and streamlining the user experience.

What voice assistants are supported by Hayward's OmniLogic platform?

Hayward's OmniLogic platform supports voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

What is the stock symbol for Hayward Holdings?

The stock symbol for Hayward Holdings is HAYW.

How many control units has URC sold to date?

URC has sold over 100 million control units globally, establishing a strong presence in the smart home automation market.