Archive for January, 2009

Is a Solar Home Right for You?

Posted by admin On January - 31 - 2009

Is a Solar Home Right for You?   by Solar Home SiteStep 1 - The Energy Audit If you would like to construct a solar house, you will need to conduct an energy audit to calculate the total requirements of your daily energy needs. Most of the energy that is consumed in your house is reserved for water heaters, washers, dryers, dishwashers, computers, refrigerators, freezers, heaters, air conditioners, electronic equipment and boilers.
Evacuated tubes are the absorber of the solar water heater. They absorb solar energy converting it into heat for use in water heating. Each evacuated tube consists of two glass tubes made from extremely strong borosilicate glass. The outer tube is transparent allowing light rays to pass through with minimal reflection. The inner tube is coated with a special selective coating (Al-N/Al) which features excellent solar radiation absorption and minimal reflection properties. The top of the two tubes are fused together and the air contained in the space between the two layers of glass is pumped out while exposing the tube to high temperatures. This “evacuation” of the gasses forms a vacuum, which is an important factor in the performance of the evacuated tubes. The vacuum in the evacuated glass tube is less than 5

ISO QUALITY POOL HEATING PANELS

Posted by admin On January - 31 - 2009

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At HI TEMP Solar Heating we offer a complete range of Hi Temp Pool & Spa Heating Products as well as Titanium Heatpumps, Solar Geysers, Evacuated Solar Hot Water Systems and solar blankets.

Moreover, we pride ourselves in our completely personalised service with full technical advice and support - we are not just another seasonal solar heating company, but are committed to advising the most efficient and most cost effective solution to meet your individual needs.’

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Solar Energy

Posted by admin On January - 29 - 2009

The world’s efforts to veer away from the high environmental costs of power sources such as fossil fuels has led to aggressive developments in the field of solar energy. Now there are many ways of harnessing energy from the light of the sun, and more and more solar power applications are being implemented.Solar energy technically refers to energy from the sun. This “energy” is actually electromagnetic radiation, which the sun abundantly sends out to the earth.
Hi*Temp Solar panels (made of durable and hard-wearing HDPE) are fitted to the roof. Water from the pool is channeled through the panels and is heated by the sun’s rays. The water is then returned to the pool by the existing pool pump. With such an efficient system temperatures between 22

Solar System FAQs

Posted by admin On January - 28 - 2009

The solar system form was formed about 4.5 billion years ago from a massive cloud. The massive cloud contained hydrogen, helium, and pinches of heavier elements such as oxygen, carbon, nitrogen, silicon, and iron. The materials in the massive cloud clumped together and the largest clump became a prostar. Compression of the prostar due to gravity caused the fusion of hydrogen into helium.
Thermosiphon takes place When the sun comes up. The water in the evacuated solar tube panel begins to circulate from the solar geyser through the evacuated solar tube panel and back. The process is continued throughout the day, until the sun goes down. We adjust your geyser thermostat to 40′C so that on days where there is absolutely no UV rays around, you will still have warm water. If there is a power failure, thermosiphon effect will still take place, which guarantees hot water irrespective of power failures.

Making Solar Box Cookers

Posted by admin On January - 28 - 2009

One of the most important things I want to emphasize is that even the smallest amounts of effort to improve the concerning environmental condition of this planet can add up to be quite substantial. More and more people are getting involved with the multiplying efforts and endeavors to preserve the environment of our planet and combat the effects of global warming.Making solar cookers has become a popular hobby for camping, for cooking outdoors and simply for fun!
Please note that swimming pool water temperatures may vary from suburb to suburb and house to house. For example:- suburbs near the coast or in a wind belt generally require additional panels to achieve higher swimming pool water temperatures. Pool pump/filter sizes also effect the overall efficiency of your pool heating system. As a “rule of thumb” we recommend equal solar panel sqm to swimming pool sqm as well as a heat retention blanket.

Solar Is Sexy

Posted by admin On January - 24 - 2009

Once a distant technology that just sat on roofs that a few green minded people used, solar power has become a trendy tool we can hold in our hands. Sunlight - solar energy - can be used to generate electricity, provide hot water, and to heat, cool, and light buildings.A typical solar system will reduce the need for conventional water heating by about two-thirds. Often the plumbing from a solar heater connects to a houses existing water heater, which stays inactive as long as the water coming in
Hi*Temp Solar panels (made of durable and hard-wearing HDPE) are fitted to the roof. Water from the pool is channeled through the panels and is heated by the sun’s rays. The water is then returned to the pool by the existing pool pump. With such an efficient system temperatures between 22

Solar Roof Vents

Posted by admin On January - 23 - 2009

In today?s society, homeowners are struggling to make ends meet. With electric rates always on the increase, homeowners are hesitant to use any more electricity that is needed. They turn off air conditioners, and even their roof vents. Experts advise that by doing this, they are at risk for even costlier repair.Solar power is an option that more and more homeowners are tuning to. It has come a long way in recent decades.
Hi*Temp Solar panels (made of durable and hard-wearing HDPE) are fitted to the roof. Water from the pool is channeled through the panels and is heated by the sun’s rays. The water is then returned to the pool by the existing pool pump. With such an efficient system temperatures between 22

Renewable Energy Options for the Home - Part 2 (Solar Energy)

Posted by admin On January - 21 - 2009

The sun is a very powerful source of energy which powers natural cycles on earth like wind, water flow and plant growth.. Solar power is the technology of obtaining energy from the sun. There are three approaches to gain maximum benefit of solar energy in our buildings.Passive SolarPassive solar technologies convert sunlight into usable heat without the assistance of other energy sources.
Hi*Temp Solar panels (made of durable and hard-wearing HDPE) are fitted to the roof. Water from the pool is channeled through the panels and is heated by the sun’s rays. The water is then returned to the pool by the existing pool pump. With such an efficient system temperatures between 22

The promise of solar power has been coming for years but has remained just out of reach for most of us. Now that?s all changing…and just in time.It?s been 76 years since Thomas Edison told Henry Ford and Harvey Firestone, ?I’d put my money on the sun and solar energy. What a source of power! I hope we don’t have to wait until oil and coal run out before we tackle that.” Oil and coal may not have run out yet, but it?s getting too close for comfort.
Make the most of your investment. With Hi*Temp solar heating your pool can be used for eight months, or more, of the year. With Hi*Temp SOLAR and energy from the sun, you can use you pool August through May.

Solar Powered Cars

Posted by admin On January - 18 - 2009

The elements of nature have been created for man alone. Every single need can be acquired and it is present in nature around us. Man only needs to travel and explore the hidden treasures of nature and use them for the fulfillment of his basic needs of life. Something that doesn’t need any searching shines up above in the sky. The sun is the basic source of life on earth. If there was no sun no life would have been possible.
Evacuated tubes are the absorber of the solar water heater. They absorb solar energy converting it into heat for use in water heating. Each evacuated tube consists of two glass tubes made from extremely strong borosilicate glass. The outer tube is transparent allowing light rays to pass through with minimal reflection. The inner tube is coated with a special selective coating (Al-N/Al) which features excellent solar radiation absorption and minimal reflection properties. The top of the two tubes are fused together and the air contained in the space between the two layers of glass is pumped out while exposing the tube to high temperatures. This “evacuation” of the gasses forms a vacuum, which is an important factor in the performance of the evacuated tubes. The vacuum in the evacuated glass tube is less than 5