Solar Domestic Hot Water
Highly efficient, lightweight, lowimpact solar hot water systems
from the industry leader.
FAFCO, INC. © 2009
The world’s leader in solar water heating
•
FAFCO was founded in 1969 by Freeman Ford with a vision of
utilizing extruded polymer panels to solar heat water
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As a result of Freeman Ford’s pioneering efforts, an entire
industry was born and the era of polymer began
•
FAFCO’s durable, non-corrosive, lightweight and UV resistant
solar panels quickly displaced 100 year old copper solar
panel technology in the swimming pool industry.
•
After over 35 years and 1.5 million polymer solar panels later, copper is considered obsolete technology for
heating swimming pools. Copper is still used today for heating household hot water ……..that is until now!
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As a result of a 10 year collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy, FAFCO has innovated again to
revolutionize the way the world heats household hot water.
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Introducing the the world’s first and only polymer solar hot water system!
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The World’s Energy
• The energy crisis in the U.S. is a function of a
world economy.
• World industrialization – large developing
nations such as China and India are in a
bidding war with the U.S. for the world’s
remaining fossil fuels.
• ENERGY PRICES ARE VOLATILE AND WILL
MOST LIKELY CONTINUE TO INCREASE
RADICALLY IN THE FUTURE.
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The World’s Population
• World population – projected
to be almost 7 billion by 2010
• As population increases
demand increases
• As fossil fuel discoveries
decline supply decreases
• Countries including the U.S.
compete for what’s left
oil
....we have other options
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The Energy Picture
• With only 5% of the world’s
population, Americans
consume 23% of the world’s
energy
• Oil, gasoline and natural gas
prices soaring to levels
never seen before in history
• Currently less than 1% of our
energy consumption,
geothermal, solar and wind
represent our most prevalent
and unexploited energy
resources – and they are
infinitely renewable!
geothermal
solar
wind
0.5%
hydro 2.1%
combination
renewable
and waste 10.7%
nuc
lear
6.4%
oil 35.3%
natural gas
20.9%
coal 24.1%
- Iea energy statistics http://data.iea.org
- Iea energy statistics http://data.iea.org
....an opportunity for us all!
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peak_oil#Coal
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peak_oil#Coal
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What will future generations do?
....what can we do now?
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Think about this…..
• If you had a chance to
buy a fuel card today
for a one-time
purchase of $5,000
and fill up every car at
your house for life,
would you take
advantage of it?
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Your hot water heater
• The biggest energy waster in your home
• A medium sized car driven 12,000 miles averaging 22 mpg and an electric
water heater supplying 80 gallons of hot water per day both use 11.1 barrels
of oil per year! – solar energy industry association (sela)
• Constantly maintaining the temperature of
the water in your water heater using fossil
fuels just in case you want to take a shower
is the equivalent of leaving your car idling in
the driveway just in case you want to go for
a drive
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The same energy
• Turning on your water
heater is like turning on
ninety 100-watt light
bulbs
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Appliances
17.4%
• How much does it cost
you per month?
.80%
• How efficient is your
water heater?
Cooking 10.3%
ing, 4
Light
Look inside the
numbers
A/C and Space
Heating
37.5%
Water
Heating 30%
• How much do you pay per KWH?
• Even the best water heaters
decrease in efficiency over time
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Return on
investment
• If I was a stock broker
and could guarantee
you a 12-13% return a
year on your money
TAX FREE for the rest
of your life, would you
be interested?
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FAFCO’s System
• Reduces your hot water bill by over 50%
• Adds value to your home
• Protects against rising energy costs
• Extends the life of your current hot
water heater by dramatically reducing
scaling
• Reduces greenhouse emissions with
FREE heat from the sun
• 10-year full worry-free warranty backed
by the leader in solar water heating for
over 35 years
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Solar Sensor
Solar Collector
Senses heat on roof
heats water by
absorbing energy from
the sun
PEX plumbing
Allows quick and easy installation
of solar system when used with
provided push fittings
Mounting Hardware
UV resistant caps, bases,
and straps
Roof Jacks
Vented Drainback Tank
with Level Indicator
Custom roof jack design
allows low profile, leak free
roof penetration
Holds water from panels when
system is not in use to prevent
freeze damage
Solar Controller
Activates the circulation
module when solar energy
can heat the storage tank
water.
Drain Valve
For draining solar loop
Circulation Module
Anti-Scald Valve
INCOMING COLD WATER
HOME HOT WATER
Mandated by SRCC/FSEC
Water Heater or
Storage Tank
System can be retrofitted to
existing water heater for most
economical solar solution
Coaxial tank adapter
Adapts hose bibb and two flex
hoses to connect circulation
module into one port. Minimizes
mixing of water inside tank
Tank Temperature Sensor
Senses water temperature in tank
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Solar Sensor
Solar Collector
Senses heat on roof
heats water by
absorbing energy from
the sun
PEX plumbing
Allows quick and easy installation
of solar system when used with
provided push fittings
Mounting Hardware
UV resistant caps, bases,
and straps
Vented Drainback Tank
with Level Indicator
Roof Jacks
Custom roof jack design
allows low profile, leak free
roof penetration
Holds water from panels when
system is not in use to prevent
freeze damage
INCOMING COLD WATER
Solar Controller
Activates the circulation
module when solar energy
can heat the storage tank
water.
Drain Valve
For draining solar loop
Circulation Module
Anti-Scald Valve
Mandated by SRCC/FSEC
HOME HOT WATER
Water Heater with
Storage Tank
System can be used in
conjunction with solar storage
tank for added capacity
Coaxial tank adapter
Adapts hose bibb and two flex
hoses to connect circulation
module into one port. Minimizes
mixing of water inside tank
Tank Sensor
Senses water temperature in tank
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We’re in this together
• The federal
government is doing
their part – 30% tax
credit.
• What other rebates
are available?
....now it’s up to you!
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What plan makes the most sense?
PLAN A
PLAN B
• Continue to consume fossil fuels
• Pay escalating utility bills
• Keep contributing to global
warming
• Increase dependency on foreign oil
• Ensure that the U.S. remains the
world leader in wasting fossil fuels
• Ignore the facts of the world’s
energy crisis
• Reduce your utility bills
• Take advantage of federal tax
credits
• Reduce dependency on
foreign oil
• Reduce emissions
• Invest in renewable energy
• Increase the value of your
home
• Accomplish all of this
without affecting your
budget!
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