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2007 Top 100 Products
Welcome once again to the Residential Design & Build annual Top 100 Products section
Welcome once again to the Residential Design & Build annual Top 100 Products section. Throughout the year, readers request information about the products we publish. Here, we rank the products that generated the most interest.
To learn more about any of the 2008 Top 100 Products, use the Reader Service Card inside this issue and circle the number you see below each product description.
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[1-20], [21-40], [41-60], [61-80], [81-100]
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BP Solar’s all black BP EnergyLux solar modules are now available as part of BP Solar Home Solution. BP Solar also offers its traditional line of deep blue residential solar modules through distributors and dealers nationwide.
For more info, please indicate #1 on e-Inquiry. |
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United Solar Ovonic offers its Uni-Solar line of triple junction amorphous silicon photovoltaic solar panels for converting sunlight into electricity. Finished products are
easily engineered into solar energy systems.
For more info, please indicate #2 on e-Inquiry. |
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Spruce Line Photovoltaic Modules from Evergreen Solar are rated up to 190 watts and efficiency of 12.7 percent. Using Evergreen Solar’s String Ribbon technology, these modules are constructed in an aluminum frame with double-wall construction on all four sides and no protruding screws, offering greater mounting flexibility.
For more info, please indicate #3 on e-Inquiry. |
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Mitsubishi Electric offers its Solar/Photovoltaic Modules for residential applications. The modules gather energy from the sun and release it as electricity into the home.
For more info, please indicate #4 on e-Inquiry. |
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Kyocera Solar introduces its photovoltaic module featuring an energy conversion efficiency using d.Blue technology, a new cell-processing method. The technology creates a microscopic texture on the cell’s multicrystalline silicon surface, reducing reflectance and maximizing the amount of sunlight the cell can absorb.
For more info, please indicate #5 on e-Inquiry. |
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GE Energy’s roof-integrated tile systems blend seamlessly with a roofline. The modules range from 35 to 165 watts, while system designs can range from hundreds of watts to megawatts and can be used in either on-grid or off-grid applications.
For more info, please indicate #6 on e-Inquiry. |
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Sharp Electronics’ new triangular photovoltaic modules offer increasing design flexibility. Engineered specifically for hip roofs and complex rooflines, these black anodized aluminum frames, trim strips and backing sheets blend into a home’s exterior. These modules are also designed to withstand extreme heat and wind.
For more info, please indicate #7 on e-Inquiry. |
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The Sunmodule SW 165/175 mono/P by SolarWorld Corp. offers monocrystalline 5-in. cells behind a hardened glass glazing and are embedded in transparent EVA. This module has a maximum system voltage of 600v and is sealed with a high-quality Tedlar film.
For more info, please indicate #8 on e-Inquiry. |
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SolarSave roofing tiles from Open Energy are designed to blend seamlessly with the colors and edge profiles of commonly used cement tiles. The tiles can be walked on, have a snow-load capacity over 200 lb. per sq. ft., and wind-load rating up to 125 mph.
For more info, please indicate #9 on e-Inquiry. |
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The SunPower SPR-215-BLK is designed specifically for on-grid residential systems where a combination of high module efficiency and outstanding appearance is desirable. It delivers power density in a unique all-black module package with uniform appearance.
For more info, please indicate #10 on e-Inquiry. |
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Bosch Home Appliance AquaStar tankless water heater provides endless hot water and saves energy and space in homes. The 125 Series can supply one hot water outlet at a time while the 250SX can feed two showers running simultaneously.
For more info, please indicate #11 on e-Inquiry. |
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Microtherm Inc.’s Seisco tankless water heaters are small, efficient, versatile water heating systems. The design considers electrical and plumbing requirements as well as space utilization, environment, and preheating systems such as heat recovery, solar and geothermal.
For more info, please indicate #12 on e-Inquiry. |
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Takagi introduces the
T-H1 tankless water heater. This product utilizes a preheating system and built-in neutralizer system producing 10.2 gpm. Applications include domestic water heating, space heating, radiant floor heating, indirect heating, recirculation
and combination heating systems.
For more info, please indicate #13 on e-Inquiry. |
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Skye International offers its Fortis line of high-performance tankless electric water heaters. The heaters enable users to preset their shower temperatures and are available in standard models for one-, two- and three-bathroom homes.
For more info, please indicate #14 on e-Inquiry. |
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Rheem Manufacturing offers a full line of tankless propane and natural gas water heaters for indoor and outdoor use. Heaters are available in three options: RTG-42 Series (indoor model), RTG-74 (indoor and outdoor models) and the Heavy Duty Series (indoor and outdoor models).
For more info, please indicate #15 on e-Inquiry. |
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Noritz America introduces the N-084M-DV tankless gas water heater. It’s a direct-vent (sealed combustion) unit capable of providing up to 8.4 gpm. This unit delivers up to 236,000 Btu and reaches a temperature of 180 degrees.
For more info, please indicate #16 on e-Inquiry. |
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A.O. Smith offers its ProStar tankless gas water heater for residential use. It provides hot water on demand — from 3 to 6 gpm. It includes convenient wall mounting and optional remote control.
For more info, please indicate #17 on e-Inquiry. |
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Bradford White’s EverHot tankless gas on-demand water heaters provide continuous hot water to multiple points of use without utilizing
a storage tank. The units are available in two residential and two commercial models in both indoor and outdoor versions.
For more info, please indicate #18 on e-Inquiry. |
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Eemax Inc. introduces its Digital Readout line of whole-house electric tankless water heaters with digital temperature control. Flow activates each of its heating elements in stages based on hot water demand.
For more info, please indicate #19 on e-Inquiry. |
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The LEV elevator from ThyssenKrupp Access is designed without a machine room and requires only a 24 sq. ft. footprint. It features a remote monitoring modem for diagnostics and a flush-mounted operating panel.
For more info, please indicate #20 on e-Inquiry. |

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