“We initially launched the Covana spa cover in early 2008,” says VP and general manager of Sterling Leisure Products Mario Piche. “Thanks to a tremendous response and feedback from both dealers and customers, we have engineered a number of enhancements into the product.”
The one of a kind Covana automatically lifts and lowers in just 20 seconds with the turn of a key and enhances the spa experience by offering enhanced functionality, protection from the elements and energy savings of up to 30 per cent.
“The biggest change is the hard cover canopy which provides many years of maintenance free shelter and eliminates the problem of water weight caused from water logging; a new seal design which enables the cover to fit over 90 percent of spas; and, a cut out front frame for easy step installation” emphasizes Piche. 
Optional surround lighting for increased ambiance and screen shades offer privacy without diminishing visibility from inside the spa are also available. The Covana elevates and lowers effortlessly, eliminating any heavy lifting or straining. The cover can be raised to its full elevated height of 8 ½ feet in 20 seconds, and the operator simply removes the key to secure the cover at a desired height. The pitched roof design easily sheds rain and snow and increases the character and aesthetics of the spa, offering a gazebo like environment. The overhead canopy also provides excellent protection from harmful UV rays, rain or snow.The Covana provides considerable energy savings by reducing water loss through evaporation and reducing your heating bills. The cover has an insulation value of R-21, which is four times the regular spa cover insulation. The tight seal and perfect fit of the Covana cover keeps debris out of the water more effectively and reduces the amount of effort and chemicals required to maintain water quality.
The Covana is built to provide years of worry free performance. Similar to garage door systems, minimal horsepower is required lowering the costs and wear and tear on components substantially. The free standing design is virtually maintenance free.
The Covana safely and securely locks in place preventing children and other unwanted intruders from gaining access to the spa. When in the lowered position, the Covana can support up to 1000 pounds, providing more barrier protection than any other spa safety device.
Sterling Leisure Products is a Canadian Company. The founders Raymond Bussiere and Mario Piche bring over 50 years of experience in innovation, manufacturing, and business management.
Sterling Leisure - Developing the Covana
How often have you had to run out in the cold and struggle to open your heavy hot tub cover? That’s where Raymond Bussiere 61, and Mario Piche 40, the owners of Sterling Leisure Products first began. After purchasing a hot tub Raymond found that the cover was a hassle to use. With snow and leaves piling on top of the cover it seemed to take away the enjoyment of the spa and made it more of a chore.
It took very little time for Raymond to ask his entrepreneur son in law, Mario, to design a device that would make it easier to open and close the cover. With Bussiere’s 40+ years of manufacturing experience and Mario’s 20+ years in business, construction and manufacturing the duo were sure to reach success. Mario quickly constructed a basic design that eliminated the problem. From this basic design the Covana was developed and Sterling Leisure Products was created!
Now this family company had to decide what direction they wanted Sterling Leisure Products to go, “We knew we wanted to go beyond the ordinary and create a new space in the industry, and it feels like we have accomplished this” says Mario.
The Covana is now a unique system that utilizes four synchronized, automatic, elevating telescopic posts that support a molded, closed cell polyurethane foam cover that nearly doubles the standard insulation value in the industry at an R-21 insulation value.
The Covana II automatically lifts and lowers the hard cover canopy in just 20 seconds and goes up to eight and a half feet high. The durable design completely eliminates any strenuous lifting and tedious cover brushing. The Covana II also has convenient privacy shades that can block out the sun, rain, snow or bugs as well as any unwanted onlookers. It also fits the growing trend of staying green with is low energy use and a tight seal to reduce water evaporation along with using durable material that lasts much longer than standard foam covers.
This family run company has only been in production for one year but continues to grow and develop. The patented design has been a success all around North America and is quickly spreading through Europe with raving reviews. “We hope to be well-established around the world within the next few years,” say co-owner Mario Piche.
Sterling Leisure Products - Covana Automatic Cover Lifter Website
Sterling Leisure Products#50 – 12221 – 44th Street SECalgary, AlbertaCanada T2Z 4A2Phone: 877-278-8010 Fax: 403-278-5777 Email: sales@sterlingcovana.com For European Sales contact: export@covanacover.com
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