(511,3,'2011-12-14 20:15:28','2011-12-14 20:15:28','Happy Thanksgiving everyone!\n\nQR codes... they have been popping up everywhere I look lately and I think they can be an effective marketing tool for all of us as well. What\'s a QR code? Its technical term is Quick Response code and was first used in the automotive industry to track vehicles during the manufacturing process. More recently, it has gained more mainstream acceptance thanks to the increased popularity of smart phones and its compact size.\n\nYou can see an example of one here - this one happens to take you to our new commercial survey form (more on that later).\n\nThe codes are now being used over a much wider range of applications, including entertainment, airline ticketing, product marketing and in-store product labeling. A quick Google search will turn up plenty of free sites that allow you to create your own QR code (<a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.qrstuff.com</a> is quite user friendly). Once there, you can create a code that will take interested prospects to any page on your website, display your contact information, show a video or take them to a form to fill out to be contacted. Most sites offer analytics with a paid subscription for keeping track of \"scans\" in real-time.\n\nThere are infinite possibilities not only what can be in the QR code but also where you can put one. It can be put on any literature, the back of a business card, your trucks, or even on a t-shirt. I am sure that you can all find an ingenious way to use them in your business.\n\nAquatherm has completed a new online version of our commercial survey form - you can see it right now by scanning the QR code above from your phone or by visiting the back-door page at <a href=\"http://aquathermindustries.com/survey\" target=\"_blank\">aquathermindustries.com/survey</a>. In addition to providing us with the technical information necessary to help size your system, we are also able run a DOE RSPEC program simulation of any project you are bidding. Just fill out the form, click submit, and we will email you the results. Please fill out the form as completely as possible to get the most accurate results.\n\nLastly, before we get to the October numbers, Dave, Dan, and I will be calling on as many of you as possible in the coming weeks in an attempt to identify some current trends in the commercial pool market and strengthen our marketing efforts in that sector. I\'ve listed several of the questions below so you can start giving them some thought.\n<ul>\n	<li>What percentage of your jobs are commercial versus      residential year-to-date? For last year?</li>\n	<li>Of the commercial jobs you have bid/received, how      are they finding you?</li>\n	<li>Number one reason these owner/operators considered      solar?</li>\n	<li>What type of commercial jobs are you bidding, such      as water parks, city pools, hotels, schools?</li>\n	<li>Do you see the number of commercial opportunities      increasing, decreasing or staying the same?</li>\n</ul>\nWe\'ll be presenting the results at our upcoming Annual Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings.\n\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who takes the top spot in October with 301 collectors! Congrats to Bill and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in second with 182 collectors for October, and coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Central Florida Solar, FL</strong> with 98 collectors. Nice job Bill - if you can sell just another 138 collectors this year, you\'ll start the new year a Gold Dealer!\n\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar with 27 sales for the month. Outstanding job Bill! In a very close 2nd place spot is <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 26 sales in October - great job Mark! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar had 16 sales for an overall 3rd place finish for September.\n\nIn another new show for us this year, Aquatherm will be exhibiting at the <strong>Athletic Business Conference</strong> December 1 - 2nd in Orlando. This show attracts thousands of pool owners and operators for military bases, health and fitness clubs, colleges and universities, wellness centers and private sports/recreation centers.\n\nMay you all have a wonderful holiday with your friends and family and our best to you and yours!\n\n&nbsp;','','','inherit','open','open','','510-revision','','','2011-12-14 20:15:28','2011-12-14 20:15:28','',510,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=511',0,'revision','',0),(512,3,'2011-12-14 20:16:31','2011-12-14 20:16:31','','Commercial QR Code 3','','inherit','open','open','','commercial-qr-code-3','','','2011-12-14 20:16:31','2011-12-14 20:16:31','',510,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Commercial-QR-Code-3.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(513,3,'2011-12-14 20:18:16','2011-12-14 20:18:16','','Commercial QR','','inherit','open','open','','commercial-qr','','','2011-12-14 20:18:16','2011-12-14 20:18:16','',510,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Commercial-QR.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(514,3,'2011-12-14 20:15:43','2011-12-14 20:15:43','Happy Thanksgiving everyone!\r\n\r\nQR codes... they have been popping up everywhere I look lately and I think they can be an effective marketing tool for all of us as well. What\'s a QR code? Its technical term is Quick Response code and was first used in the automotive industry to track vehicles during the manufacturing process. More recently, it has gained more mainstream acceptance thanks to the increased popularity of smart phones and its compact size.\r\n\r\nYou can see an example of one here - this one happens to take you to our new commercial survey form (more on that later).\r\n\r\nThe codes are now being used over a much wider range of applications, including entertainment, airline ticketing, product marketing and in-store product labeling. A quick Google search will turn up plenty of free sites that allow you to create your own QR code (<a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.qrstuff.com</a> is quite user friendly). Once there, you can create a code that will take interested prospects to any page on your website, display your contact information, show a video or take them to a form to fill out to be contacted. Most sites offer analytics with a paid subscription for keeping track of \"scans\" in real-time.\r\n\r\nThere are infinite possibilities not only what can be in the QR code but also where you can put one. It can be put on any literature, the back of a business card, your trucks, or even on a t-shirt. I am sure that you can all find an ingenious way to use them in your business.\r\n\r\nAquatherm has completed a new online version of our commercial survey form - you can see it right now by scanning the QR code above from your phone or by visiting the back-door page at <a href=\"http://aquathermindustries.com/survey\" target=\"_blank\">aquathermindustries.com/survey</a>. In addition to providing us with the technical information necessary to help size your system, we are also able run a DOE RSPEC program simulation of any project you are bidding. Just fill out the form, click submit, and we will email you the results. Please fill out the form as completely as possible to get the most accurate results.\r\n\r\nLastly, before we get to the October numbers, Dave, Dan, and I will be calling on as many of you as possible in the coming weeks in an attempt to identify some current trends in the commercial pool market and strengthen our marketing efforts in that sector. I\'ve listed several of the questions below so you can start giving them some thought.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>What percentage of your jobs are commercial versus      residential year-to-date? For last year?</li>\r\n	<li>Of the commercial jobs you have bid/received, how      are they finding you?</li>\r\n	<li>Number one reason these owner/operators considered      solar?</li>\r\n	<li>What type of commercial jobs are you bidding, such      as water parks, city pools, hotels, schools?</li>\r\n	<li>Do you see the number of commercial opportunities      increasing, decreasing or staying the same?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWe\'ll be presenting the results at our upcoming Annual Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who takes the top spot in October with 301 collectors! Congrats to Bill and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in second with 182 collectors for October, and coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Central Florida Solar, FL</strong> with 98 collectors. Nice job Bill - if you can sell just another 138 collectors this year, you\'ll start the new year a Gold Dealer!\r\n\r\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar with 27 sales for the month. Outstanding job Bill! In a very close 2nd place spot is <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 26 sales in October - great job Mark! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar had 16 sales for an overall 3rd place finish for September.\r\n\r\nIn another new show for us this year, Aquatherm will be exhibiting at the <strong>Athletic Business Conference</strong> December 1 - 2nd in Orlando. This show attracts thousands of pool owners and operators for military bases, health and fitness clubs, colleges and universities, wellness centers and private sports/recreation centers.\r\n\r\nMay you all have a wonderful holiday with your friends and family and our best to you and yours!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','','','inherit','open','open','','510-revision-2','','','2011-12-14 20:15:43','2011-12-14 20:15:43','',510,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=514',0,'revision','',0),(515,3,'2011-12-14 20:19:18','2011-12-14 20:19:18','Happy Thanksgiving everyone!\r\n\r\nQR codes... they have been popping up everywhere I look lately and I think they can be an effective marketing tool for all of us as well. What\'s a QR code? Its technical term is Quick Response code and was first used in the automotive industry to track vehicles during the manufacturing process. More recently, it has gained more mainstream acceptance thanks to the increased popularity of smart phones and its compact size.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Commercial-QR.png\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-513\" title=\"Commercial QR\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Commercial-QR-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>You can see an example of one here - this one happens to take you to our new commercial survey form (more on that later).\r\n\r\nThe codes are now being used over a much wider range of applications, including entertainment, airline ticketing, product marketing and in-store product labeling. A quick Google search will turn up plenty of free sites that allow you to create your own QR code (<a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.qrstuff.com</a> is quite user friendly). Once there, you can create a code that will take interested prospects to any page on your website, display your contact information, show a video or take them to a form to fill out to be contacted. Most sites offer analytics with a paid subscription for keeping track of \"scans\" in real-time.\r\n\r\nThere are infinite possibilities not only what can be in the QR code but also where you can put one. It can be put on any literature, the back of a business card, your trucks, or even on a t-shirt. I am sure that you can all find an ingenious way to use them in your business.\r\n\r\nAquatherm has completed a new online version of our commercial survey form - you can see it right now by scanning the QR code above from your phone or by visiting the back-door page at <a href=\"http://aquathermindustries.com/survey\" target=\"_blank\">aquathermindustries.com/survey</a>. In addition to providing us with the technical information necessary to help size your system, we are also able run a DOE RSPEC program simulation of any project you are bidding. Just fill out the form, click submit, and we will email you the results. Please fill out the form as completely as possible to get the most accurate results.\r\n\r\nLastly, before we get to the October numbers, Dave, Dan, and I will be calling on as many of you as possible in the coming weeks in an attempt to identify some current trends in the commercial pool market and strengthen our marketing efforts in that sector. I\'ve listed several of the questions below so you can start giving them some thought.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>What percentage of your jobs are commercial versus      residential year-to-date? For last year?</li>\r\n	<li>Of the commercial jobs you have bid/received, how      are they finding you?</li>\r\n	<li>Number one reason these owner/operators considered      solar?</li>\r\n	<li>What type of commercial jobs are you bidding, such      as water parks, city pools, hotels, schools?</li>\r\n	<li>Do you see the number of commercial opportunities      increasing, decreasing or staying the same?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWe\'ll be presenting the results at our upcoming Annual Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who takes the top spot in October with 301 collectors! Congrats to Bill and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in second with 182 collectors for October, and coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Central Florida Solar, FL</strong> with 98 collectors. Nice job Bill - if you can sell just another 138 collectors this year, you\'ll start the new year a Gold Dealer!\r\n\r\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar with 27 sales for the month. Outstanding job Bill! In a very close 2nd place spot is <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 26 sales in October - great job Mark! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar had 16 sales for an overall 3rd place finish for September.\r\n\r\nIn another new show for us this year, Aquatherm will be exhibiting at the <strong>Athletic Business Conference</strong> December 1 - 2nd in Orlando. This show attracts thousands of pool owners and operators for military bases, health and fitness clubs, colleges and universities, wellness centers and private sports/recreation centers.\r\n\r\nMay you all have a wonderful holiday with your friends and family and our best to you and yours!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','','','inherit','open','open','','510-revision-3','','','2011-12-14 20:19:18','2011-12-14 20:19:18','',510,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=515',0,'revision','',0),(516,3,'2011-12-14 20:19:51','2011-12-14 20:19:51','Happy Thanksgiving everyone!\r\n\r\nQR codes... they have been popping up everywhere I look lately and I think they can be an effective marketing tool for all of us as well. What\'s a QR code? Its technical term is Quick Response code and was first used in the automotive industry to track vehicles during the manufacturing process. More recently, it has gained more mainstream acceptance thanks to the increased popularity of smart phones and its compact size.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Commercial-QR.png\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-513\" title=\"Commercial QR\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Commercial-QR-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" /></a>You can see an example of one here - this one happens to take you to our new commercial survey form (more on that later).\r\n\r\nThe codes are now being used over a much wider range of applications, including entertainment, airline ticketing, product marketing and in-store product labeling. A quick Google search will turn up plenty of free sites that allow you to create your own QR code (<a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.qrstuff.com</a> is quite user friendly). Once there, you can create a code that will take interested prospects to any page on your website, display your contact information, show a video or take them to a form to fill out to be contacted. Most sites offer analytics with a paid subscription for keeping track of \"scans\" in real-time.\r\n\r\nThere are infinite possibilities not only what can be in the QR code but also where you can put one. It can be put on any literature, the back of a business card, your trucks, or even on a t-shirt. I am sure that you can all find an ingenious way to use them in your business.\r\n\r\nAquatherm has completed a new online version of our commercial survey form - you can see it right now by scanning the QR code above from your phone or by visiting the back-door page at <a href=\"http://aquathermindustries.com/survey\" target=\"_blank\">aquathermindustries.com/survey</a>. In addition to providing us with the technical information necessary to help size your system, we are also able run a DOE RSPEC program simulation of any project you are bidding. Just fill out the form, click submit, and we will email you the results. Please fill out the form as completely as possible to get the most accurate results.\r\n\r\nLastly, before we get to the October numbers, Dave, Dan, and I will be calling on as many of you as possible in the coming weeks in an attempt to identify some current trends in the commercial pool market and strengthen our marketing efforts in that sector. I\'ve listed several of the questions below so you can start giving them some thought.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>What percentage of your jobs are commercial versus      residential year-to-date? For last year?</li>\r\n	<li>Of the commercial jobs you have bid/received, how      are they finding you?</li>\r\n	<li>Number one reason these owner/operators considered      solar?</li>\r\n	<li>What type of commercial jobs are you bidding, such      as water parks, city pools, hotels, schools?</li>\r\n	<li>Do you see the number of commercial opportunities      increasing, decreasing or staying the same?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWe\'ll be presenting the results at our upcoming Annual Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who takes the top spot in October with 301 collectors! Congrats to Bill and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in second with 182 collectors for October, and coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Central Florida Solar, FL</strong> with 98 collectors. Nice job Bill - if you can sell just another 138 collectors this year, you\'ll start the new year a Gold Dealer!\r\n\r\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar with 27 sales for the month. Outstanding job Bill! In a very close 2nd place spot is <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 26 sales in October - great job Mark! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar had 16 sales for an overall 3rd place finish for September.\r\n\r\nIn another new show for us this year, Aquatherm will be exhibiting at the <strong>Athletic Business Conference</strong> December 1 - 2nd in Orlando. This show attracts thousands of pool owners and operators for military bases, health and fitness clubs, colleges and universities, wellness centers and private sports/recreation centers.\r\n\r\nMay you all have a wonderful holiday with your friends and family and our best to you and yours!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','','','inherit','open','open','','510-revision-4','','','2011-12-14 20:19:51','2011-12-14 20:19:51','',510,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=516',0,'revision','',0),(517,2,'2011-12-14 20:22:55','2011-12-14 20:22:55','<h1>Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone</h1>\r\n<h2>Manufacturer ships 25 million square feet of its breakthrough Sunlite™ Solar Pool Heating System</h2>\r\nAquatherm Industries is proud to announce it has reached a milestone in the production of its solar pool heating systems, having manufactured and shipped a combined 25 million square feet of its Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ solar pool heater collectors/panels.\r\n\r\nIf stretched end-to-end, the tubing the collectors are composed of could circle the Earth two-and-a-half times.\r\n\r\nA breakthrough in solar pool heating technology when introduced a decade ago in 2000, Sunlite™ and its vented counterpart, Ecolite™, still hold the title of the lowest cost solar thermal collector on the planet, per square foot. Aquatherm maintains two patents – one on the products, and one on the innovative insert-molding manufacturing process.\r\n\r\nAnother unique feature of the Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ products, up to 48 square feet of solar collector can be packaged in a lightweight 27” tall by 13” square box, as well as installation hardware. Convenient to inventory and easy to handle, the product is designed specifically with the retail, distribution, and do-it-yourself markets in mind.\r\n\r\nThough the heating of water is measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs), the combined solar thermal capacity of 25 million square feet of the low-temperature unglazed polymer solar collector can also be expressed as 8.53 gigawatts (GW). By comparison, New York City‘s annual power consumption is approximately 5 GW.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone','','publish','open','open','','aquatherm-industries-solar-pool-heaters-hit-production-milestone','','','2011-12-14 20:24:17','2011-12-14 20:24:17','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=517',0,'post','',0),(518,3,'2011-12-14 20:21:53','2011-12-14 20:21:53','<h1>Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAquatherm Industries is proud to announce it has reached a milestone in the production of its solar pool heating systems, having manufactured and shipped a combined 25 million square feet of its Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ solar pool heater collectors/panels.\n\nIf stretched end-to-end, the tubing the collectors are composed of could circle the Earth two-and-a-half times.\n\nA breakthrough in solar pool heating technology when introduced a decade ago in 2000, Sunlite™ and its vented counterpart, Ecolite™, still hold the title of the lowest cost solar thermal collector on the planet, per square foot. Aquatherm maintains two patents – one on the products, and one on the innovative insert-molding manufacturing process.\n\nAnother unique feature of the Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ products, up to 48 square feet of solar collector can be packaged in a lightweight 27” tall by 13” square box, as well as installation hardware. Convenient to inventory and easy to handle, the product is designed specifically with the retail, distribution, and do-it-yourself markets in mind.\n\nThough the heating of water is measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs), the combined solar thermal capacity of 25 million square feet of the low-temperature unglazed polymer solar collector can also be expressed as 8.53 gigawatts (GW). By comparison, New York City‘s annual power consumption is approximately 5 GW.\n\n&nbsp;','','','inherit','open','open','','517-revision','','','2011-12-14 20:21:53','2011-12-14 20:21:53','',517,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=518',0,'revision','',0),(519,3,'2011-12-14 20:22:09','2011-12-14 20:22:09','<h1>Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone</h1>\r\n<h2>Manufacturer ships 25 million square feet of its breakthrough Sunlite™ Solar Pool Heating System</h2>\r\nAquatherm Industries is proud to announce it has reached a milestone in the production of its solar pool heating systems, having manufactured and shipped a combined 25 million square feet of its Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ solar pool heater collectors/panels.\r\n\r\nIf stretched end-to-end, the tubing the collectors are composed of could circle the Earth two-and-a-half times.\r\n\r\nA breakthrough in solar pool heating technology when introduced a decade ago in 2000, Sunlite™ and its vented counterpart, Ecolite™, still hold the title of the lowest cost solar thermal collector on the planet, per square foot. Aquatherm maintains two patents – one on the products, and one on the innovative insert-molding manufacturing process.\r\n\r\nAnother unique feature of the Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ products, up to 48 square feet of solar collector can be packaged in a lightweight 27” tall by 13” square box, as well as installation hardware. Convenient to inventory and easy to handle, the product is designed specifically with the retail, distribution, and do-it-yourself markets in mind.\r\n\r\nThough the heating of water is measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs), the combined solar thermal capacity of 25 million square feet of the low-temperature unglazed polymer solar collector can also be expressed as 8.53 gigawatts (GW). By comparison, New York City‘s annual power consumption is approximately 5 GW.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','','','inherit','open','open','','517-revision-2','','','2011-12-14 20:22:09','2011-12-14 20:22:09','',517,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=519',0,'revision','',0),(520,3,'2011-12-14 20:22:52','2011-12-14 20:22:52','<h1>Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone</h1>\n<h2>Manufacturer ships 25 million square feet of its breakthrough Sunlite™ Solar Pool Heating System</h2>\nAquatherm Industries is proud to announce it has reached a milestone in the production of its solar pool heating systems, having manufactured and shipped a combined 25 million square feet of its Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ solar pool heater collectors/panels.\n\nIf stretched end-to-end, the tubing the collectors are composed of could circle the Earth two-and-a-half times.\n\nA breakthrough in solar pool heating technology when introduced a decade ago in 2000, Sunlite™ and its vented counterpart, Ecolite™, still hold the title of the lowest cost solar thermal collector on the planet, per square foot. Aquatherm maintains two patents – one on the products, and one on the innovative insert-molding manufacturing process.\n\nAnother unique feature of the Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ products, up to 48 square feet of solar collector can be packaged in a lightweight 27” tall by 13” square box, as well as installation hardware. Convenient to inventory and easy to handle, the product is designed specifically with the retail, distribution, and do-it-yourself markets in mind.\n\nThough the heating of water is measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs), the combined solar thermal capacity of 25 million square feet of the low-temperature unglazed polymer solar collector can also be expressed as 8.53 gigawatts (GW). 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More recently, it has gained more mainstream acceptance thanks to the increased popularity of smart phones and its compact size.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Commercial-QR.png\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-513\" title=\"Commercial QR\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Commercial-QR-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" /></a>You can see an example of one here - this one happens to take you to our new commercial survey form (more on that later).\r\n\r\nThe codes are now being used over a much wider range of applications, including entertainment, airline ticketing, product marketing and in-store product labeling. A quick Google search will turn up plenty of free sites that allow you to create your own QR code (<a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.qrstuff.com</a> is quite user friendly). Once there, you can create a code that will take interested prospects to any page on your website, display your contact information, show a video or take them to a form to fill out to be contacted. Most sites offer analytics with a paid subscription for keeping track of \"scans\" in real-time.\r\n\r\nThere are infinite possibilities not only what can be in the QR code but also where you can put one. It can be put on any literature, the back of a business card, your trucks, or even on a t-shirt. I am sure that you can all find an ingenious way to use them in your business.\r\n\r\nAquatherm has completed a new online version of our commercial survey form - you can see it right now by scanning the QR code above from your phone or by visiting the back-door page at <a href=\"http://aquathermindustries.com/survey\" target=\"_blank\">aquathermindustries.com/survey</a>. In addition to providing us with the technical information necessary to help size your system, we are also able run a DOE RSPEC program simulation of any project you are bidding. Just fill out the form, click submit, and we will email you the results. Please fill out the form as completely as possible to get the most accurate results.\r\n\r\nLastly, before we get to the October numbers, Dave, Dan, and I will be calling on as many of you as possible in the coming weeks in an attempt to identify some current trends in the commercial pool market and strengthen our marketing efforts in that sector. I\'ve listed several of the questions below so you can start giving them some thought.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>What percentage of your jobs are commercial versus      residential year-to-date? For last year?</li>\r\n	<li>Of the commercial jobs you have bid/received, how      are they finding you?</li>\r\n	<li>Number one reason these owner/operators considered      solar?</li>\r\n	<li>What type of commercial jobs are you bidding, such      as water parks, city pools, hotels, schools?</li>\r\n	<li>Do you see the number of commercial opportunities      increasing, decreasing or staying the same?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWe\'ll be presenting the results at our upcoming Annual Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who takes the top spot in October with 301 collectors! Congrats to Bill and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in second with 182 collectors for October, and coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Central Florida Solar, FL</strong> with 98 collectors. Nice job Bill - if you can sell just another 138 collectors this year, you\'ll start the new year a Gold Dealer!\r\n\r\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar with 27 sales for the month. Outstanding job Bill! In a very close 2nd place spot is <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 26 sales in October - great job Mark! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar had 16 sales for an overall 3rd place finish for September.\r\n\r\nIn another new show for us this year, Aquatherm will be exhibiting at the <strong>Athletic Business Conference</strong> December 1 - 2nd in Orlando. This show attracts thousands of pool owners and operators for military bases, health and fitness clubs, colleges and universities, wellness centers and private sports/recreation centers.\r\n\r\nMay you all have a wonderful holiday with your friends and family and our best to you and yours!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','October 2011 Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','510-revision-5','','','2011-12-14 20:20:12','2011-12-14 20:20:12','',510,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=521',0,'revision','',0),(522,3,'2011-12-14 20:22:55','2011-12-14 20:22:55','<h1>Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone</h1>\r\n<h2>Manufacturer ships 25 million square feet of its breakthrough Sunlite™ Solar Pool Heating System</h2>\r\nAquatherm Industries is proud to announce it has reached a milestone in the production of its solar pool heating systems, having manufactured and shipped a combined 25 million square feet of its Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ solar pool heater collectors/panels.\r\n\r\nIf stretched end-to-end, the tubing the collectors are composed of could circle the Earth two-and-a-half times.\r\n\r\nA breakthrough in solar pool heating technology when introduced a decade ago in 2000, Sunlite™ and its vented counterpart, Ecolite™, still hold the title of the lowest cost solar thermal collector on the planet, per square foot. Aquatherm maintains two patents – one on the products, and one on the innovative insert-molding manufacturing process.\r\n\r\nAnother unique feature of the Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ products, up to 48 square feet of solar collector can be packaged in a lightweight 27” tall by 13” square box, as well as installation hardware. Convenient to inventory and easy to handle, the product is designed specifically with the retail, distribution, and do-it-yourself markets in mind.\r\n\r\nThough the heating of water is measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs), the combined solar thermal capacity of 25 million square feet of the low-temperature unglazed polymer solar collector can also be expressed as 8.53 gigawatts (GW). By comparison, New York City‘s annual power consumption is approximately 5 GW.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone','','inherit','open','open','','517-revision-4','','','2011-12-14 20:22:55','2011-12-14 20:22:55','',517,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=522',0,'revision','',0),(523,3,'2011-12-14 20:24:07','2011-12-14 20:24:07','<h1>Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone</h1>\r\n<h2>Manufacturer ships 25 million square feet of its breakthrough Sunlite™ Solar Pool Heating System</h2>\r\nAquatherm Industries is proud to announce it has reached a milestone in the production of its solar pool heating systems, having manufactured and shipped a combined 25 million square feet of its Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ solar pool heater collectors/panels.\r\n\r\nIf stretched end-to-end, the tubing the collectors are composed of could circle the Earth two-and-a-half times.\r\n\r\nA breakthrough in solar pool heating technology when introduced a decade ago in 2000, Sunlite™ and its vented counterpart, Ecolite™, still hold the title of the lowest cost solar thermal collector on the planet, per square foot. Aquatherm maintains two patents – one on the products, and one on the innovative insert-molding manufacturing process.\r\n\r\nAnother unique feature of the Sunlite™ and Ecolite™ products, up to 48 square feet of solar collector can be packaged in a lightweight 27” tall by 13” square box, as well as installation hardware. Convenient to inventory and easy to handle, the product is designed specifically with the retail, distribution, and do-it-yourself markets in mind.\r\n\r\nThough the heating of water is measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs), the combined solar thermal capacity of 25 million square feet of the low-temperature unglazed polymer solar collector can also be expressed as 8.53 gigawatts (GW). By comparison, New York City‘s annual power consumption is approximately 5 GW.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heaters Hit Production Milestone','','inherit','open','open','','517-revision-5','','','2011-12-14 20:24:07','2011-12-14 20:24:07','',517,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=523',0,'revision','',0),(537,2,'2012-01-04 16:03:13','2012-01-04 16:03:13','<strong>Happy Holidays everyone!</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>As we look forward to the New Year, it can be a great time to step back and take a look at your current marketing plan.  Which of your efforts last year produced results, and which turned out to be less than successful?  Until you quantify these results, it can be difficult to know where to keep spending your marketing dollars.  Will there be new opportunities or threats in your local market? Whether the change is legislative, competitive, or economic - how will the playing field change and will you be prepared for it when it does?\r\n\r\nNow that you have determined your current marketing plan\'s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats - it\'s time to use that information to increase awareness of your business, and get in the forefront of consumers\' minds.\r\n\r\nThe Northeast Spa and Pool Association (NESPA) recently published an article in its quarterly magazine, The Edge, with a listing of 28 simple ways you can increase visibility in your local markets.  Though some of the list (which can be found <a>here</a>) isn\'t applicable unless you have a retail store, here are a few of our favorites that definitely apply to your business:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#2 -</strong> Promote the swimming season and summer fun early in 2012. People like hearing good news, and summer and swimming are good news.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#5 -</strong> Follow up with a customer once the sale is made. Call them and ask them how they like their system.  Are they satisfied?  Any questions? (Try <strong>#26</strong> here - \"Send a handwritten thank you notes to your customers - they love to feel special.\")</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#10 - </strong>Get your website listed on <a>Google Places for Business</a>. It can generally land you a prime spot on page one of Google\'s results, when local pool owners type in words like \"solar pool heating\" or \"pool heaters.\"  This can end up saving you a bundle in pay-per-click ads, also.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#13 -</strong> Promote your expertise by writing articles in your local media and speak at local schools and camps promoting solar and energy savings.  In other words, become the local expert everyone comes to with questions about solar.</p>\r\nThe tweaks you make to your plan today, will determine how well-positioned your business is in 2012.  After all, the spring season is right around the corner!\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings</strong>\r\n\r\nA formal announcement will be sent out shortly for the Eastern Regional Master Dealer Kick-off meeting in January.  It will take place in Orlando, FL at the Holiday Inn Main Gate East in Kissimmee, FL.  The meeting will be taking place on the afternoon of January 20th.\r\n\r\nThe Western Kick-off meeting will be taking place in San Diego at the Holiday Inn Downtown on the afternoon of February 9th.\r\n\r\nA reception and awards dinner will follow each meeting.\r\n\r\nNow for the numbers - congratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot two months in a row with 196 collectors installed for November.  What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> came in 2nd with 189 collectors - great job!  An impressive 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Central Florida Solar</strong> with 105 collectors for November.  Nice job, Bill.\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong><strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 25 sales for November.  Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Long and Scott Bologna from Stilwell Solar</strong> tied for 2nd place with 24 sales each for November. So close Bill and Scott, great finish to November.  Coming in 3rd for the month of November is <strong>Bill Park from Central Florida Solar</strong>.  Well done, Bill!\r\n\r\nI\'d like to wish you all a fabulous holiday season with your friends and families!  We thank you for your continued relationship with Aquatherm and appreciate your business. Here\'s to a strong start to 2012!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','November Sales Memo','','publish','open','open','','november-sales-memo','','','2012-01-04 16:03:34','2012-01-04 16:03:34','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=537',0,'post','',0),(525,4,'2011-12-21 18:40:47','2011-12-21 18:40:47','<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-528\" title=\"Dave Sizelove\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"226\" height=\"300\" /></a>This year leaves us as one of the most challenging of our first twenty two. We all know that solar pool heating is a product which has to be marketed, but since our two main competitors, as well as their dealers have drifted off into other markets, the solar pool heating industry is experiencing a market-altering contraction. Additionally, the economy has reduced the builder market to almost nothing; the above-ground DIY market has lost market share to Chinese products and the warranty burden of past business in terms of system owners that are not moving every five years is affecting every manufacturer and their dealers. Everyone except Mark Naylor I should say. A decade ago, Mark decided that he could successfully sell a 10-year limited, five year full warranty product in his marketplace, and the rest as they say, is history.\r\n\r\nHowever, in 2011, Aquatherm continued to reinvest in itself; we opened ourselves up to greater accountability by becoming the first and only US solar manufacturer to become <strong>ISO 9001:2008 registered</strong> and our Solar Industries and Ecosun brands becoming two of only three polymer unglazed collectors to receive <strong>CSA certification</strong>. Another milestone we’re achieving this month since their introduction in 2000, is that shipments of our patented insert molded Sunlite and Ecolite products will hit <strong>25,000,000 sq. ft.</strong>! Both of these products have deservedly earned the name of “the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet.”\r\n\r\nMoving ahead, Aquatherm has six new products slated to be introduced in 2012 - three are collectors:\r\n\r\n<strong>Ultrasun</strong>, our highly anticipated third “flagship” product, is based on our patented and very successful Sunlite and Ecolite insert-molded designs, but in a 2” by 4 ft. header version. Ultrasun will also incorporate the patented venting system now exclusively used in Ecosun, offering a total of three patents in one breakthrough product.\r\n\r\n<strong>Sunlite ARC</strong> is a glazed, polymer collector, originally designed for the above-ground DIY pool market to compete against several imports that have already penetrated the marketplace. It features our Sunlite absorber housed between a vacuum formed base and cover. This product also has possibilities for use as a solar domestic water heating product in more temperate regions around the world.\r\n\r\nThe third collector will be our <strong>Sun-Swim FR</strong>. I don’t want to say too much about this product at the moment, but what I can tell you is that someone with the initials “FAF” is not going to be very happy with me. There will be more to come at our Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings, so be sure to attend.\r\n\r\nA fourth new product scheduled for introduction in the first quarter of 2012 is our new, patent-pending <strong>“Snap Cover.”</strong> The design combines the strength of our stainless steel mounting hardware with the aesthetic appeal of “blacked-out” hardware and provides for the protection of sealant from weather and sun.\r\n\r\nBeing introduced next month is an<strong> all-polypropylene version of our hold-down strap</strong>. This is a lower cost alternative and designed to be used in conjunction with our standard stainless steel strap brackets in areas where wind load may not be such a concern. The part no. is 30348 and the list price per foot is $0.30. It will only be available in 1400 ft spools.\r\n\r\nLastly, Aquatherm is working with one of the premier manufacturer of racking systems for the PV industry to <strong>integrate the mounting of our products into their racking systems.</strong> Aquatherm has designed and will provide a proprietary component that will adapt to their line of racking systems. Currently in the final design stage, introduction is expected by the end of the first quarter, 2012. We premiered a prototype at Solar Power International in October to rave reviews. Options will be available for traditional racks and pole mounts, as well as ballast systems.\r\n\r\nThe marketplace is changing around us and we all need to accept change as not something to run from, but as an opportunity for us all, where none may have existed before.\r\n\r\nI hope everyone has a chance to slow down and reflect, as well as enjoy this holiday season with your family and friends. The New Year with its challenges and opportunities will be here soon enough.\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove, President','The Buck Stops Here','','publish','open','open','','the-buck-stops-here-3','','','2011-12-21 19:00:19','2011-12-21 19:00:19','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=525',0,'post','',0),(526,3,'2011-12-21 18:40:13','2011-12-21 18:40:13','This year leaves us as one of the most challenging of our first twenty two. We all know that solar pool heating is a product which has to be marketed, but since our two main competitors, as well as their dealers have drifted off into other markets, the solar pool heating industry is experiencing a market-altering contraction. Additionally, the economy has reduced the builder market to almost nothing; the above-ground DIY market has lost market share to Chinese products and the warranty burden of past business in terms of system owners that are not moving every five years is affecting every manufacturer and their dealers. Everyone except Mark Naylor I should say. A decade ago, Mark decided that he could successfully sell a 10-year limited, five year full warranty product in his marketplace, and the rest as they say, is history.\n\nHowever, in 2011, Aquatherm continued to reinvest in itself; we opened ourselves up to greater accountability by becoming the first and only US solar manufacturer to become <strong>ISO 9001:2008 registered</strong> and our Solar Industries and Ecosun brands becoming two of only three polymer unglazed collectors to receive <strong>CSA certification</strong>. Another milestone we’re achieving this month since their introduction in 2000, is that shipments of our patented insert molded Sunlite and Ecolite products will hit <strong>25,000,000 sq. ft.</strong>! Both of these products have deservedly earned the name of “the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet.”\n\nMoving ahead, Aquatherm has six new products slated to be introduced in 2012 - three are collectors:\n\n<strong>Ultrasun</strong>, our highly anticipated third “flagship” product, is based on our patented and very successful Sunlite and Ecolite insert-molded designs, but in a 2” by 4 ft. header version. Ultrasun will also incorporate the patented venting system now exclusively used in Ecosun, offering a total of three patents in one breakthrough product.\n\n<strong>Sunlite ARC</strong> is a glazed, polymer collector, originally designed for the above-ground DIY pool market to compete against several imports that have already penetrated the marketplace. It features our Sunlite absorber housed between a vacuum formed base and cover. This product also has possibilities for use as a solar domestic water heating product in more temperate regions around the world.\n\nThe third collector will be our <strong>Sun-Swim FR</strong>. I don’t want to say too much about this product at the moment, but what I can tell you is that someone with the initials “FAF” is not going to be very happy with me. There will be more to come at our Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings, so be sure to attend.\n\nA fourth new product scheduled for introduction in the first quarter of 2012 is our new, patent-pending <strong>“Snap Cover.”</strong> The design combines the strength of our stainless steel mounting hardware with the aesthetic appeal of “blacked-out” hardware and provides for the protection of sealant from weather and sun.\n\nBeing introduced next month is an<strong> all-polypropylene version of our hold-down strap</strong>. This is a lower cost alternative and designed to be used in conjunction with our standard stainless steel strap brackets in areas where wind load may not be such a concern. The part no. is 30348 and the list price per foot is $0.30. It will only be available in 1400 ft spools.\n\nLastly, Aquatherm is working with one of the premier manufacturer of racking systems for the PV industry to integrate the mounting of our products into their racking systems. Aquatherm has designed and will provide a proprietary component that will adapt to their line of racking systems. Currently in the final design stage, introduction is expected by the end of the first quarter, 2012. We premiered a prototype at Solar Power International in October to rave reviews. Options will be available for traditional racks and pole mounts, as well as ballast systems.\n\nThe marketplace is changing around us and we all need to accept change as not something to run from, but as an opportunity for us all, where none may have existed before.\n\nI hope everyone has a chance to slow down and reflect, as well as enjoy this holiday season with your family and friends. The New Year with its challenges and opportunities will be here soon enough.\n\nDave Sizelove, President','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','525-revision','','','2011-12-21 18:40:13','2011-12-21 18:40:13','',525,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=526',0,'revision','',0),(527,3,'2011-12-21 18:40:47','2011-12-21 18:40:47','This year leaves us as one of the most challenging of our first twenty two. We all know that solar pool heating is a product which has to be marketed, but since our two main competitors, as well as their dealers have drifted off into other markets, the solar pool heating industry is experiencing a market-altering contraction. Additionally, the economy has reduced the builder market to almost nothing; the above-ground DIY market has lost market share to Chinese products and the warranty burden of past business in terms of system owners that are not moving every five years is affecting every manufacturer and their dealers. Everyone except Mark Naylor I should say. A decade ago, Mark decided that he could successfully sell a 10-year limited, five year full warranty product in his marketplace, and the rest as they say, is history.\r\n\r\nHowever, in 2011, Aquatherm continued to reinvest in itself; we opened ourselves up to greater accountability by becoming the first and only US solar manufacturer to become <strong>ISO 9001:2008 registered</strong> and our Solar Industries and Ecosun brands becoming two of only three polymer unglazed collectors to receive <strong>CSA certification</strong>. Another milestone we’re achieving this month since their introduction in 2000, is that shipments of our patented insert molded Sunlite and Ecolite products will hit <strong>25,000,000 sq. ft.</strong>! Both of these products have deservedly earned the name of “the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet.”\r\n\r\nMoving ahead, Aquatherm has six new products slated to be introduced in 2012 - three are collectors:\r\n\r\n<strong>Ultrasun</strong>, our highly anticipated third “flagship” product, is based on our patented and very successful Sunlite and Ecolite insert-molded designs, but in a 2” by 4 ft. header version. Ultrasun will also incorporate the patented venting system now exclusively used in Ecosun, offering a total of three patents in one breakthrough product.\r\n\r\n<strong>Sunlite ARC</strong> is a glazed, polymer collector, originally designed for the above-ground DIY pool market to compete against several imports that have already penetrated the marketplace. It features our Sunlite absorber housed between a vacuum formed base and cover. This product also has possibilities for use as a solar domestic water heating product in more temperate regions around the world.\r\n\r\nThe third collector will be our <strong>Sun-Swim FR</strong>. I don’t want to say too much about this product at the moment, but what I can tell you is that someone with the initials “FAF” is not going to be very happy with me. There will be more to come at our Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings, so be sure to attend.\r\n\r\nA fourth new product scheduled for introduction in the first quarter of 2012 is our new, patent-pending <strong>“Snap Cover.”</strong> The design combines the strength of our stainless steel mounting hardware with the aesthetic appeal of “blacked-out” hardware and provides for the protection of sealant from weather and sun.\r\n\r\nBeing introduced next month is an<strong> all-polypropylene version of our hold-down strap</strong>. This is a lower cost alternative and designed to be used in conjunction with our standard stainless steel strap brackets in areas where wind load may not be such a concern. The part no. is 30348 and the list price per foot is $0.30. It will only be available in 1400 ft spools.\r\n\r\nLastly, Aquatherm is working with one of the premier manufacturer of racking systems for the PV industry to <strong>integrate the mounting of our products into their racking systems.</strong> Aquatherm has designed and will provide a proprietary component that will adapt to their line of racking systems. Currently in the final design stage, introduction is expected by the end of the first quarter, 2012. We premiered a prototype at Solar Power International in October to rave reviews. Options will be available for traditional racks and pole mounts, as well as ballast systems.\r\n\r\nThe marketplace is changing around us and we all need to accept change as not something to run from, but as an opportunity for us all, where none may have existed before.\r\n\r\nI hope everyone has a chance to slow down and reflect, as well as enjoy this holiday season with your family and friends. The New Year with its challenges and opportunities will be here soon enough.\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove, President','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','525-revision-2','','','2011-12-21 18:40:47','2011-12-21 18:40:47','',525,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=527',0,'revision','',0),(528,3,'2011-12-21 18:57:56','2011-12-21 18:57:56','','Dave Sizelove','','inherit','open','open','','dave-sizelove-3','','','2011-12-21 18:57:56','2011-12-21 18:57:56','',525,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(529,3,'2011-12-21 18:52:06','2011-12-21 18:52:06','This year leaves us as one of the most challenging of our first twenty two. We all know that solar pool heating is a product which has to be marketed, but since our two main competitors, as well as their dealers have drifted off into other markets, the solar pool heating industry is experiencing a market-altering contraction. Additionally, the economy has reduced the builder market to almost nothing; the above-ground DIY market has lost market share to Chinese products and the warranty burden of past business in terms of system owners that are not moving every five years is affecting every manufacturer and their dealers. Everyone except Mark Naylor I should say. A decade ago, Mark decided that he could successfully sell a 10-year limited, five year full warranty product in his marketplace, and the rest as they say, is history.\r\n\r\nHowever, in 2011, Aquatherm continued to reinvest in itself; we opened ourselves up to greater accountability by becoming the first and only US solar manufacturer to become <strong>ISO 9001:2008 registered</strong> and our Solar Industries and Ecosun brands becoming two of only three polymer unglazed collectors to receive <strong>CSA certification</strong>. Another milestone we’re achieving this month since their introduction in 2000, is that shipments of our patented insert molded Sunlite and Ecolite products will hit <strong>25,000,000 sq. ft.</strong>! Both of these products have deservedly earned the name of “the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet.”\r\n\r\nMoving ahead, Aquatherm has six new products slated to be introduced in 2012 - three are collectors:\r\n\r\n<strong>Ultrasun</strong>, our highly anticipated third “flagship” product, is based on our patented and very successful Sunlite and Ecolite insert-molded designs, but in a 2” by 4 ft. header version. Ultrasun will also incorporate the patented venting system now exclusively used in Ecosun, offering a total of three patents in one breakthrough product.\r\n\r\n<strong>Sunlite ARC</strong> is a glazed, polymer collector, originally designed for the above-ground DIY pool market to compete against several imports that have already penetrated the marketplace. It features our Sunlite absorber housed between a vacuum formed base and cover. This product also has possibilities for use as a solar domestic water heating product in more temperate regions around the world.\r\n\r\nThe third collector will be our <strong>Sun-Swim FR</strong>. I don’t want to say too much about this product at the moment, but what I can tell you is that someone with the initials “FAF” is not going to be very happy with me. There will be more to come at our Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings, so be sure to attend.\r\n\r\nA fourth new product scheduled for introduction in the first quarter of 2012 is our new, patent-pending <strong>“Snap Cover.”</strong> The design combines the strength of our stainless steel mounting hardware with the aesthetic appeal of “blacked-out” hardware and provides for the protection of sealant from weather and sun.\r\n\r\nBeing introduced next month is an<strong> all-polypropylene version of our hold-down strap</strong>. This is a lower cost alternative and designed to be used in conjunction with our standard stainless steel strap brackets in areas where wind load may not be such a concern. The part no. is 30348 and the list price per foot is $0.30. It will only be available in 1400 ft spools.\r\n\r\nLastly, Aquatherm is working with one of the premier manufacturer of racking systems for the PV industry to <strong>integrate the mounting of our products into their racking systems.</strong> Aquatherm has designed and will provide a proprietary component that will adapt to their line of racking systems. Currently in the final design stage, introduction is expected by the end of the first quarter, 2012. We premiered a prototype at Solar Power International in October to rave reviews. Options will be available for traditional racks and pole mounts, as well as ballast systems.\r\n\r\nThe marketplace is changing around us and we all need to accept change as not something to run from, but as an opportunity for us all, where none may have existed before.\r\n\r\nI hope everyone has a chance to slow down and reflect, as well as enjoy this holiday season with your family and friends. The New Year with its challenges and opportunities will be here soon enough.\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove, President','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','525-revision-3','','','2011-12-21 18:52:06','2011-12-21 18:52:06','',525,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=529',0,'revision','',0),(530,3,'2011-12-21 18:58:13','2011-12-21 18:58:13','<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-528\" title=\"Dave Sizelove\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"226\" height=\"300\" /></a>This year leaves us as one of the most challenging of our first twenty two. We all know that solar pool heating is a product which has to be marketed, but since our two main competitors, as well as their dealers have drifted off into other markets, the solar pool heating industry is experiencing a market-altering contraction. Additionally, the economy has reduced the builder market to almost nothing; the above-ground DIY market has lost market share to Chinese products and the warranty burden of past business in terms of system owners that are not moving every five years is affecting every manufacturer and their dealers. Everyone except Mark Naylor I should say. A decade ago, Mark decided that he could successfully sell a 10-year limited, five year full warranty product in his marketplace, and the rest as they say, is history.\n\nHowever, in 2011, Aquatherm continued to reinvest in itself; we opened ourselves up to greater accountability by becoming the first and only US solar manufacturer to become <strong>ISO 9001:2008 registered</strong> and our Solar Industries and Ecosun brands becoming two of only three polymer unglazed collectors to receive <strong>CSA certification</strong>. Another milestone we’re achieving this month since their introduction in 2000, is that shipments of our patented insert molded Sunlite and Ecolite products will hit <strong>25,000,000 sq. ft.</strong>! Both of these products have deservedly earned the name of “the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet.”\n\nMoving ahead, Aquatherm has six new products slated to be introduced in 2012 - three are collectors:\n\n<strong>Ultrasun</strong>, our highly anticipated third “flagship” product, is based on our patented and very successful Sunlite and Ecolite insert-molded designs, but in a 2” by 4 ft. header version. Ultrasun will also incorporate the patented venting system now exclusively used in Ecosun, offering a total of three patents in one breakthrough product.\n\n<strong>Sunlite ARC</strong> is a glazed, polymer collector, originally designed for the above-ground DIY pool market to compete against several imports that have already penetrated the marketplace. It features our Sunlite absorber housed between a vacuum formed base and cover. This product also has possibilities for use as a solar domestic water heating product in more temperate regions around the world.\n\nThe third collector will be our <strong>Sun-Swim FR</strong>. I don’t want to say too much about this product at the moment, but what I can tell you is that someone with the initials “FAF” is not going to be very happy with me. There will be more to come at our Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings, so be sure to attend.\n\nA fourth new product scheduled for introduction in the first quarter of 2012 is our new, patent-pending <strong>“Snap Cover.”</strong> The design combines the strength of our stainless steel mounting hardware with the aesthetic appeal of “blacked-out” hardware and provides for the protection of sealant from weather and sun.\n\nBeing introduced next month is an<strong> all-polypropylene version of our hold-down strap</strong>. This is a lower cost alternative and designed to be used in conjunction with our standard stainless steel strap brackets in areas where wind load may not be such a concern. The part no. is 30348 and the list price per foot is $0.30. It will only be available in 1400 ft spools.\n\nLastly, Aquatherm is working with one of the premier manufacturer of racking systems for the PV industry to <strong>integrate the mounting of our products into their racking systems.</strong> Aquatherm has designed and will provide a proprietary component that will adapt to their line of racking systems. Currently in the final design stage, introduction is expected by the end of the first quarter, 2012. We premiered a prototype at Solar Power International in October to rave reviews. Options will be available for traditional racks and pole mounts, as well as ballast systems.\n\nThe marketplace is changing around us and we all need to accept change as not something to run from, but as an opportunity for us all, where none may have existed before.\n\nI hope everyone has a chance to slow down and reflect, as well as enjoy this holiday season with your family and friends. The New Year with its challenges and opportunities will be here soon enough.\n\nDave Sizelove, President','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','525-revision-4','','','2011-12-21 18:58:13','2011-12-21 18:58:13','',525,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=530',0,'revision','',0),(531,3,'2011-12-21 19:00:05','2011-12-21 19:00:05','<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-528\" title=\"Dave Sizelove\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"226\" height=\"300\" /></a>This year leaves us as one of the most challenging of our first twenty two. We all know that solar pool heating is a product which has to be marketed, but since our two main competitors, as well as their dealers have drifted off into other markets, the solar pool heating industry is experiencing a market-altering contraction. Additionally, the economy has reduced the builder market to almost nothing; the above-ground DIY market has lost market share to Chinese products and the warranty burden of past business in terms of system owners that are not moving every five years is affecting every manufacturer and their dealers. Everyone except Mark Naylor I should say. A decade ago, Mark decided that he could successfully sell a 10-year limited, five year full warranty product in his marketplace, and the rest as they say, is history.\r\n\r\nHowever, in 2011, Aquatherm continued to reinvest in itself; we opened ourselves up to greater accountability by becoming the first and only US solar manufacturer to become <strong>ISO 9001:2008 registered</strong> and our Solar Industries and Ecosun brands becoming two of only three polymer unglazed collectors to receive <strong>CSA certification</strong>. Another milestone we’re achieving this month since their introduction in 2000, is that shipments of our patented insert molded Sunlite and Ecolite products will hit <strong>25,000,000 sq. ft.</strong>! Both of these products have deservedly earned the name of “the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet.”\r\n\r\nMoving ahead, Aquatherm has six new products slated to be introduced in 2012 - three are collectors:\r\n\r\n<strong>Ultrasun</strong>, our highly anticipated third “flagship” product, is based on our patented and very successful Sunlite and Ecolite insert-molded designs, but in a 2” by 4 ft. header version. Ultrasun will also incorporate the patented venting system now exclusively used in Ecosun, offering a total of three patents in one breakthrough product.\r\n\r\n<strong>Sunlite ARC</strong> is a glazed, polymer collector, originally designed for the above-ground DIY pool market to compete against several imports that have already penetrated the marketplace. It features our Sunlite absorber housed between a vacuum formed base and cover. This product also has possibilities for use as a solar domestic water heating product in more temperate regions around the world.\r\n\r\nThe third collector will be our <strong>Sun-Swim FR</strong>. I don’t want to say too much about this product at the moment, but what I can tell you is that someone with the initials “FAF” is not going to be very happy with me. There will be more to come at our Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings, so be sure to attend.\r\n\r\nA fourth new product scheduled for introduction in the first quarter of 2012 is our new, patent-pending <strong>“Snap Cover.”</strong> The design combines the strength of our stainless steel mounting hardware with the aesthetic appeal of “blacked-out” hardware and provides for the protection of sealant from weather and sun.\r\n\r\nBeing introduced next month is an<strong> all-polypropylene version of our hold-down strap</strong>. This is a lower cost alternative and designed to be used in conjunction with our standard stainless steel strap brackets in areas where wind load may not be such a concern. The part no. is 30348 and the list price per foot is $0.30. It will only be available in 1400 ft spools.\r\n\r\nLastly, Aquatherm is working with one of the premier manufacturer of racking systems for the PV industry to <strong>integrate the mounting of our products into their racking systems.</strong> Aquatherm has designed and will provide a proprietary component that will adapt to their line of racking systems. Currently in the final design stage, introduction is expected by the end of the first quarter, 2012. We premiered a prototype at Solar Power International in October to rave reviews. Options will be available for traditional racks and pole mounts, as well as ballast systems.\r\n\r\nThe marketplace is changing around us and we all need to accept change as not something to run from, but as an opportunity for us all, where none may have existed before.\r\n\r\nI hope everyone has a chance to slow down and reflect, as well as enjoy this holiday season with your family and friends. The New Year with its challenges and opportunities will be here soon enough.\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove, President','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','525-revision-5','','','2011-12-21 19:00:05','2011-12-21 19:00:05','',525,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=531',0,'revision','',0),(532,3,'2011-12-21 19:01:23','2011-12-21 19:01:23','<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-528\" title=\"Dave Sizelove\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Dave-Sizelove-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"226\" height=\"300\" /></a>This year leaves us as one of the most challenging of our first twenty two. We all know that solar pool heating is a product which has to be marketed, but since our two main competitors, as well as their dealers have drifted off into other markets, the solar pool heating industry is experiencing a market-altering contraction. Additionally, the economy has reduced the builder market to almost nothing; the above-ground DIY market has lost market share to Chinese products and the warranty burden of past business in terms of system owners that are not moving every five years is affecting every manufacturer and their dealers. Everyone except Mark Naylor I should say. A decade ago, Mark decided that he could successfully sell a 10-year limited, five year full warranty product in his marketplace, and the rest as they say, is history.\n\nHowever, in 2011, Aquatherm continued to reinvest in itself; we opened ourselves up to greater accountability by becoming the first and only US solar manufacturer to become <strong>ISO 9001:2008 registered</strong> and our Solar Industries and Ecosun brands becoming two of only three polymer unglazed collectors to receive <strong>CSA certification</strong>. Another milestone we’re achieving this month since their introduction in 2000, is that shipments of our patented insert molded Sunlite and Ecolite products will hit <strong>25,000,000 sq. ft.</strong>! Both of these products have deservedly earned the name of “the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet.”\n\nMoving ahead, Aquatherm has six new products slated to be introduced in 2012 - three are collectors:\n\n<strong>Ultrasun</strong>, our highly anticipated third “flagship” product, is based on our patented and very successful Sunlite and Ecolite insert-molded designs, but in a 2” by 4 ft. header version. Ultrasun will also incorporate the patented venting system now exclusively used in Ecosun, offering a total of three patents in one breakthrough product.\n\n<strong>Sunlite ARC</strong> is a glazed, polymer collector, originally designed for the above-ground DIY pool market to compete against several imports that have already penetrated the marketplace. It features our Sunlite absorber housed between a vacuum formed base and cover. This product also has possibilities for use as a solar domestic water heating product in more temperate regions around the world.\n\nThe third collector will be our <strong>Sun-Swim FR</strong>. I don’t want to say too much about this product at the moment, but what I can tell you is that someone with the initials “FAF” is not going to be very happy with me. There will be more to come at our Master Dealer Kick-off Meetings, so be sure to attend.\n\nA fourth new product scheduled for introduction in the first quarter of 2012 is our new, patent-pending <strong>“Snap Cover.”</strong> The design combines the strength of our stainless steel mounting hardware with the aesthetic appeal of “blacked-out” hardware and provides for the protection of sealant from weather and sun.\n\nBeing introduced next month is an<strong> all-polypropylene version of our hold-down strap</strong>. This is a lower cost alternative and designed to be used in conjunction with our standard stainless steel strap brackets in areas where wind load may not be such a concern. The part no. is 30348 and the list price per foot is $0.30. It will only be available in 1400 ft spools.\n\nLastly, Aquatherm is working with one of the premier manufacturer of racking systems for the PV industry to <strong>integrate the mounting of our products into their racking systems.</strong> Aquatherm has designed and will provide a proprietary component that will adapt to their line of racking systems. Currently in the final design stage, introduction is expected by the end of the first quarter, 2012. We premiered a prototype at Solar Power International in October to rave reviews. Options will be available for traditional racks and pole mounts, as well as ballast systems.\n\nThe marketplace is changing around us and we all need to accept change as not something to run from, but as an opportunity for us all, where none may have existed before.\n\nI hope everyone has a chance to slow down and reflect, as well as enjoy this holiday season with your family and friends. The New Year with its challenges and opportunities will be here soon enough.\n\nDave Sizelove, President','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','525-autosave','','','2011-12-21 19:01:23','2011-12-21 19:01:23','',525,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=532',0,'revision','',0),(534,3,'2012-01-04 14:12:39','2012-01-04 14:12:39','January','Upcoming: Atlantic City Pool & Spa Show','','inherit','open','open','','487-revision-2','','','2012-01-04 14:12:39','2012-01-04 14:12:39','',487,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=534',0,'revision','',0),(535,3,'2012-01-04 14:17:27','2012-01-04 14:17:27','<strong><img class=\"alignright\" src=\"http://www.theaquapedia.com/images/thumb/3/35/Atlantic_City.png/300px-Atlantic_City.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"169\" />Atlantic City Pool &amp; Spa Show</strong> (Booth #2125)\n\nAtlantic City, NJ – January 24-26\n\nThe Atlantic City Pool &amp; Spa Show is where our industry meets! It has been bringing industry buyers and sellers together since 1982 and it is acclaimed as the industry\'s leading East Coast Marketplace.\n\n<a href=\"http://acpoolspaexpo.com/index.html\">http://acpoolspaexpo.com/index.html</a>','Upcoming: Atlantic City Pool & Spa Show','','inherit','open','open','','487-autosave','','','2012-01-04 14:17:27','2012-01-04 14:17:27','',487,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=535',0,'revision','',0),(536,3,'2012-01-04 14:13:14','2012-01-04 14:13:14','<strong>Atlantic City Pool &amp; Spa Show</strong> (Booth #2125)\r\n\r\nAtlantic City, NJ – January 24-26\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://acpoolspaexpo.com/index.html\">http://acpoolspaexpo.com/index.html</a>','Upcoming: Atlantic City Pool & Spa Show','','inherit','open','open','','487-revision-3','','','2012-01-04 14:13:14','2012-01-04 14:13:14','',487,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=536',0,'revision','',0),(538,3,'2012-01-04 16:02:37','2012-01-04 16:02:37','<strong>Happy Holidays everyone!</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>As we look forward to the New Year, it can be a great time to step back and take a look at your current marketing plan.  Which of your efforts last year produced results, and which turned out to be less than successful?  Until you quantify these results, it can be difficult to know where to keep spending your marketing dollars.  Will there be new opportunities or threats in your local market? Whether the change is legislative, competitive, or economic - how will the playing field change and will you be prepared for it when it does?\n\nNow that you have determined your current marketing plan\'s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats - it\'s time to use that information to increase awareness of your business, and get in the forefront of consumers\' minds.\n\nThe Northeast Spa and Pool Association (NESPA) recently published an article in its quarterly magazine, The Edge, with a listing of 28 simple ways you can increase visibility in your local markets.  Though some of the list (which can be found <a>here</a>) isn\'t applicable unless you have a retail store, here are a few of our favorites that definitely apply to your business:\n\n<strong>#2 -</strong> Promote the swimming season and summer fun early in 2012. People like hearing good news, and summer and swimming are good news.\n\n<strong>#5 -</strong> Follow up with a customer once the sale is made. Call them and ask them how they like their system.  Are they satisfied?  Any questions? (Try <strong>#26</strong> here - \"Send a handwritten thank you notes to your customers - they love to feel special.\")\n\n<strong>#10 - </strong>Get your website listed on <a>Google Places for Business</a>. It can generally land you a prime spot on page one of Google\'s results, when local pool owners type in words like \"solar pool heating\" or \"pool heaters.\"  This can end up saving you a bundle in pay-per-click ads, also.\n\n<strong>#13 -</strong> Promote your expertise by writing articles in your local media and speak at local schools and camps promoting solar and energy savings.  In other words, become the local expert everyone comes to with questions about solar.\n\nThe tweaks you make to your plan today, will determine how well-positioned your business is in 2012.  After all, the spring season is right around the corner!\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings</strong>\n\nA formal announcement will be sent out shortly for the Eastern Regional Master Dealer Kick-off meeting in January.  It will take place in Orlando, FL at the Holiday Inn Main Gate East in Kissimmee, FL.  The meeting will be taking place on the afternoon of January 20th.\n\nThe Western Kick-off meeting will be taking place in San Diego at the Holiday Inn Downtown on the afternoon of February 9th.\n\nA reception and awards dinner will follow each meeting.\n\nNow for the numbers - congratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot two months in a row with 196 collectors installed for November.  What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> came in 2nd with 189 collectors - great job!  An impressive 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Central Florida Solar</strong> with 105 collectors for November.  Nice job, Bill.\n\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong><strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 25 sales for November.  Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Long and Scott Bologna from Stilwell Solar</strong> tied for 2nd place with 24 sales each for November. So close Bill and Scott, great finish to November.  Coming in 3rd for the month of November is <strong>Bill Park from Central Florida Solar</strong>.  Well done, Bill!\n\nI\'d like to wish you all a fabulous holiday season with your friends and families!  We thank you for your continued relationship with Aquatherm and appreciate your business. Here\'s to a strong start to 2012!\n\n&nbsp;','November Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','537-revision','','','2012-01-04 16:02:37','2012-01-04 16:02:37','',537,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=538',0,'revision','',0),(539,3,'2012-01-04 16:03:13','2012-01-04 16:03:13','<strong>Happy Holidays everyone!</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>As we look forward to the New Year, it can be a great time to step back and take a look at your current marketing plan.  Which of your efforts last year produced results, and which turned out to be less than successful?  Until you quantify these results, it can be difficult to know where to keep spending your marketing dollars.  Will there be new opportunities or threats in your local market? Whether the change is legislative, competitive, or economic - how will the playing field change and will you be prepared for it when it does?\r\n\r\nNow that you have determined your current marketing plan\'s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats - it\'s time to use that information to increase awareness of your business, and get in the forefront of consumers\' minds.\r\n\r\nThe Northeast Spa and Pool Association (NESPA) recently published an article in its quarterly magazine, The Edge, with a listing of 28 simple ways you can increase visibility in your local markets.  Though some of the list (which can be found <a>here</a>) isn\'t applicable unless you have a retail store, here are a few of our favorites that definitely apply to your business:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#2 -</strong> Promote the swimming season and summer fun early in 2012. People like hearing good news, and summer and swimming are good news.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#5 -</strong> Follow up with a customer once the sale is made. Call them and ask them how they like their system.  Are they satisfied?  Any questions? (Try <strong>#26</strong> here - \"Send a handwritten thank you notes to your customers - they love to feel special.\")</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#10 - </strong>Get your website listed on <a>Google Places for Business</a>. It can generally land you a prime spot on page one of Google\'s results, when local pool owners type in words like \"solar pool heating\" or \"pool heaters.\"  This can end up saving you a bundle in pay-per-click ads, also.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#13 -</strong> Promote your expertise by writing articles in your local media and speak at local schools and camps promoting solar and energy savings.  In other words, become the local expert everyone comes to with questions about solar.</p>\r\nThe tweaks you make to your plan today, will determine how well-positioned your business is in 2012.  After all, the spring season is right around the corner!\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings</strong>\r\n\r\nA formal announcement will be sent out shortly for the Eastern Regional Master Dealer Kick-off meeting in January.  It will take place in Orlando, FL at the Holiday Inn Main Gate East in Kissimmee, FL.  The meeting will be taking place on the afternoon of January 20th.\r\n\r\nThe Western Kick-off meeting will be taking place in San Diego at the Holiday Inn Downtown on the afternoon of February 9th.\r\n\r\nA reception and awards dinner will follow each meeting.\r\n\r\nNow for the numbers - congratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot two months in a row with 196 collectors installed for November.  What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> came in 2nd with 189 collectors - great job!  An impressive 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Central Florida Solar</strong> with 105 collectors for November.  Nice job, Bill.\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong><strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 25 sales for November.  Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Long and Scott Bologna from Stilwell Solar</strong> tied for 2nd place with 24 sales each for November. So close Bill and Scott, great finish to November.  Coming in 3rd for the month of November is <strong>Bill Park from Central Florida Solar</strong>.  Well done, Bill!\r\n\r\nI\'d like to wish you all a fabulous holiday season with your friends and families!  We thank you for your continued relationship with Aquatherm and appreciate your business. Here\'s to a strong start to 2012!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','November Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','537-revision-2','','','2012-01-04 16:03:13','2012-01-04 16:03:13','',537,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=539',0,'revision','',0),(540,3,'2012-01-04 16:03:28','2012-01-04 16:03:28','<strong>Happy Holidays everyone!</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>As we look forward to the New Year, it can be a great time to step back and take a look at your current marketing plan.  Which of your efforts last year produced results, and which turned out to be less than successful?  Until you quantify these results, it can be difficult to know where to keep spending your marketing dollars.  Will there be new opportunities or threats in your local market? Whether the change is legislative, competitive, or economic - how will the playing field change and will you be prepared for it when it does?\r\n\r\nNow that you have determined your current marketing plan\'s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats - it\'s time to use that information to increase awareness of your business, and get in the forefront of consumers\' minds.\r\n\r\nThe Northeast Spa and Pool Association (NESPA) recently published an article in its quarterly magazine, The Edge, with a listing of 28 simple ways you can increase visibility in your local markets.  Though some of the list (which can be found <a>here</a>) isn\'t applicable unless you have a retail store, here are a few of our favorites that definitely apply to your business:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#2 -</strong> Promote the swimming season and summer fun early in 2012. People like hearing good news, and summer and swimming are good news.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#5 -</strong> Follow up with a customer once the sale is made. Call them and ask them how they like their system.  Are they satisfied?  Any questions? (Try <strong>#26</strong> here - \"Send a handwritten thank you notes to your customers - they love to feel special.\")</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#10 - </strong>Get your website listed on <a>Google Places for Business</a>. It can generally land you a prime spot on page one of Google\'s results, when local pool owners type in words like \"solar pool heating\" or \"pool heaters.\"  This can end up saving you a bundle in pay-per-click ads, also.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>#13 -</strong> Promote your expertise by writing articles in your local media and speak at local schools and camps promoting solar and energy savings.  In other words, become the local expert everyone comes to with questions about solar.</p>\r\nThe tweaks you make to your plan today, will determine how well-positioned your business is in 2012.  After all, the spring season is right around the corner!\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings</strong>\r\n\r\nA formal announcement will be sent out shortly for the Eastern Regional Master Dealer Kick-off meeting in January.  It will take place in Orlando, FL at the Holiday Inn Main Gate East in Kissimmee, FL.  The meeting will be taking place on the afternoon of January 20th.\r\n\r\nThe Western Kick-off meeting will be taking place in San Diego at the Holiday Inn Downtown on the afternoon of February 9th.\r\n\r\nA reception and awards dinner will follow each meeting.\r\n\r\nNow for the numbers - congratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot two months in a row with 196 collectors installed for November.  What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> came in 2nd with 189 collectors - great job!  An impressive 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Central Florida Solar</strong> with 105 collectors for November.  Nice job, Bill.\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong><strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 25 sales for November.  Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Long and Scott Bologna from Stilwell Solar</strong> tied for 2nd place with 24 sales each for November. So close Bill and Scott, great finish to November.  Coming in 3rd for the month of November is <strong>Bill Park from Central Florida Solar</strong>.  Well done, Bill!\r\n\r\nI\'d like to wish you all a fabulous holiday season with your friends and families!  We thank you for your continued relationship with Aquatherm and appreciate your business. Here\'s to a strong start to 2012!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','November Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','537-revision-3','','','2012-01-04 16:03:28','2012-01-04 16:03:28','',537,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=540',0,'revision','',0),(541,2,'2012-01-04 17:20:23','2012-01-04 17:20:23','Happy New Year everyone!\r\n\r\nAquatherm Industries is pleased to announce our Annual Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings for 2012.\r\n\r\n<strong>The East Coast Master Dealer Meeting will be held on January 20th at the Holiday Inn - Main Gate East in Kissimmee.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Our West Coast Meeting will be at the Holiday Inn - Downtown on February 9th in San Diego.</strong>\r\n\r\nEach meeting will start promptly at 12pm and will be followed by awards and dinner. A formal agenda will follow shortly, but here are a few of the exciting topics to be covered:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Sales Presentation Materials</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>AI Network Update</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Innovative mounting hardware developments</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Getting in the service door with the Sun-Swim FR</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New industry association memberships that will generate more leads</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>How ISO registration has improved our quality with continual improvement</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Update on pending legislation for commercial pools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The new online commercial survey form</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Pre-engineered aluminum racking system for commercial bidding</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThese meetings are a great opportunity to reconnect with your friends, exchange the latest ideas and just enjoy a productive day together. Again, we\'ll have a formal agenda to you shortly. 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I hope everyone enjoyed some well deserved time off and have entered 2012 energized for a great year! January has started strong in Southern California, with weather reaching 80 degrees quite a few days so far. Talk about nice selling weather – does Mother Nature know its winter?\r\n\r\nI have been watching the Consumer Confidence Board index, which shows that consumer sentiment and confidence is on the rise in the US. In fact, consumer confidence has risen several months in a row, and has returned to the levels we were seeing in April 2011. Lynn Franco, Director of The Conference Board Consumer Research Center says that “Looking ahead, consumers are more optimistic that business conditions, employment prospects, and their financial situations will continue to get better.”\r\n\r\nThis is a great time to revisit all the leads you have accumulated over the last 18 months, and reach out to them again while their confidence levels are higher. Our own recent email blast (to past Ecosun and SI website leads) caused a few dozen “tire-kickers” to once again raise their hands. Take advantage of this renewed optimism out there!\r\n\r\nThe 2012 Eastern Master Dealer Kick-off Meeting is upon us, and will take place January 20<sup>th</sup> from 12pm–5pm at the Holiday Inn - Main Gate East, Kissimmee, FL. After the meeting we will have a reception, dinner and awards ceremony at Pacino’s Restaurant just a short distance from the hotel. A formal agenda has been sent out by email, but please feel free to contact me if you have not received it. We look forward to a productive day together.\r\n\r\nThe Western Kick-off Meeting will be February 9<sup>th</sup> from 12pm – 5pm with dinner and awards ceremony to follow. The meeting will take place at the Holiday Inn Downtown, San Diego, CA. A formal agenda will follow shortly with additional details.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to<strong> Stilwell Solar</strong> who dominated the top Dealer spot with 416 collectors sold in December. <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 147 collectors and rounding out the top three is <strong>Vasco Solar</strong> with 100 collectors for December. <strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Bill Long</strong> from<strong> Stilwell Solar </strong>knocked it out of the park with 26 sales to take the top spot for December. Thank you Bill! <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> took 2<sup>nd</sup> with 19 sales for December. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> claims the #3 spot for the month with 16 sales. Way to go Scott!\r\n\r\nA special congratulations to <strong>Bill Park</strong> and his team at <strong>Central Florida Solar</strong> for advancing to Gold Master Dealer status in just one year.\r\n\r\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the following upcoming shows:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.acpoolspashow.com/\">Atlantic City Pool and Spa Show</a> January 24 – 26<sup>th</sup> in booth #2125</li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://bit.ly/xlMydW\">Orlando Pool and Spa Show</a> February 24 – 25<sup>th</sup> in booth #734</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nShould you be attending either of the events above, please let me know if I can be of any help in getting you a badge.\r\n\r\nI look forward to seeing many of you at the upcoming Kick-off Meetings and getting energized for this year.\r\n\r\n- Molly\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','December Sales Memo','','publish','open','open','','december-sales-memo','','','2012-01-19 16:59:26','2012-01-19 16:59:26','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=581',0,'post','',0),(555,3,'2012-01-06 21:58:06','2012-01-06 21:58:06','','Dave Sizelove','','inherit','open','open','','dave-sizelove-4','','','2012-01-06 21:58:06','2012-01-06 21:58:06','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Dave-Sizelove.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(556,3,'2012-01-10 21:26:52','2012-01-10 21:26:52','','Olympic_Swimming_Pool_-_Fast_Lane','','inherit','open','open','','olympic_swimming_pool_-_fast_lane','','','2012-01-10 21:26:52','2012-01-10 21:26:52','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Olympic_Swimming_Pool_-_Fast_Lane.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(557,3,'2012-01-11 19:47:50','2012-01-11 19:47:50','','The_Solstice_Winter_2011_12','','inherit','open','open','','the_solstice_winter_2011_12','','','2012-01-11 19:47:50','2012-01-11 19:47:50','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/The_Solstice_Winter_2011_12.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(558,3,'2012-01-11 19:48:00','2012-01-11 19:48:00','','The_Solstice_Winter_2011_12_low','','inherit','open','open','','the_solstice_winter_2011_12_low','','','2012-01-11 19:48:00','2012-01-11 19:48:00','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/The_Solstice_Winter_2011_12_low.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(559,3,'2012-01-12 17:40:41','2012-01-12 17:40:41','','SI site thumbnail','','inherit','open','open','','si-site-thumbnail','','','2012-01-12 17:40:41','2012-01-12 17:40:41','',560,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/SI-site-thumbnail.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(560,3,'2012-01-12 21:07:55','2012-01-12 21:07:55','&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/SI-site-thumbnail.png\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-559\" title=\"SI site thumbnail\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/SI-site-thumbnail-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>We’ve just gone live with our newly revised <a href=\"http://www.solarindustries.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.solarindustries.com</a>! 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That’s where we have an opportunity to capture their information and pass it along to you as a lead.\n\nI look forward to hearing your thoughts on the new site, and seeing many of you next week in Orlando (and others in San Diego in February) at the <a title=\"2012 Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings\" href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=541\" target=\"_blank\">2012 Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings</a>!\n\n-Dan','SolarIndustries.com Redesign is Live!','','inherit','open','open','','560-revision','','','2012-01-12 21:05:50','2012-01-12 21:05:50','',560,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=561',0,'revision','',0),(562,3,'2012-01-12 21:06:17','2012-01-12 21:06:17','<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/SI-site-thumbnail.png\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-559\" title=\"SI site thumbnail\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/SI-site-thumbnail-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n\r\nWe’ve just gone live with our newly revised <a href=\"http://www.solarindustries.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.solarindustries.com</a>! I’d like to invite you to take a look around, and welcome any feedback or suggestions for improvement for the site.\r\n\r\nOne key change is a complete reversal in the way we capture leads. For years, we’ve asked visitors to give us their information before handing over any Dealer contact information.\r\n\r\nNow, as you’ll notice, we are offering up our Dealers’ contact information from the get-go.   Once a visitor lands on the Dealer Directory, there are call-to-action buttons offering the $200 coupon/savings certificate. That’s where we have an opportunity to capture their information and pass it along to you as a lead.\r\n\r\nI look forward to hearing your thoughts on the new site, and seeing many of you next week in Orlando (and others in San Diego in February) at the <a title=\"2012 Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings\" href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=541\" target=\"_blank\">2012 Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings</a>!\r\n\r\n-Dan','SolarIndustries.com Redesign is Live!','','inherit','open','open','','560-revision-2','','','2012-01-12 21:06:17','2012-01-12 21:06:17','',560,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=562',0,'revision','',0),(563,3,'2012-01-12 21:07:08','2012-01-12 21:07:08','&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/SI-site-thumbnail.png\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-559\" title=\"SI site thumbnail\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/SI-site-thumbnail-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>We’ve just gone live with our newly revised <a href=\"http://www.solarindustries.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.solarindustries.com</a>! I’d like to invite you to take a look around, and welcome any feedback or suggestions for improvement for the site.\r\n\r\nOne key change is a complete reversal in the way we capture leads. For years, we’ve asked visitors to give us their information before handing over any Dealer contact information.\r\n\r\nNow, as you’ll notice, we are offering up our Dealers’ contact information from the get-go.   Once a visitor lands on the Dealer Directory, there are call-to-action buttons offering the $200 coupon/savings certificate. That’s where we have an opportunity to capture their information and pass it along to you as a lead.\r\n\r\nI look forward to hearing your thoughts on the new site, and seeing many of you next week in Orlando (and others in San Diego in February) at the <a title=\"2012 Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings\" href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=541\" target=\"_blank\">2012 Master Dealer Kick-Off Meetings</a>!\r\n\r\n-Dan','SolarIndustries.com Redesign is Live!','','inherit','open','open','','560-revision-3','','','2012-01-12 21:07:08','2012-01-12 21:07:08','',560,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=563',0,'revision','',0),(564,4,'2012-01-12 21:13:31','2012-01-12 21:13:31','<h1>The Buck Stops Here</h1>\r\nHappy New Year and my best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2012.\r\n\r\nIn one of my favorite Star Trek episodes, an alien race has Sulu the navigator convinced that if he alters the course of the Enterprise, they will all be destroyed by knives that are flying through space. No one else on the bridge or the ship sees the knives, but that doesn\'t matter - Sulu doesn\'t allow anyone to touch the controls and the Enterprise blindly maintains its course.\r\n\r\nJust two days into 2012, I did something different I haven\'t done in a while; I touched the controls. Instead of just my usual circuit around the gym Monday morning, I went swimming in their pool. Yes, a nice heated indoor pool that my gym can not get a tax credit for adding a solar pool heating system too. They can put a PV system on the roof and get a tax credit, even a SWHS system for showers, but for their biggest energy hog - nope! But I digress...<!--more-->\r\n\r\nAfter just 20 minutes I was even more exhausted than I would have been after an hour of my regular routine. Why the change? Maybe because my regular routine had become just that - too routine and I just wasn\'t seeing the results that I wanted.\r\n\r\nSuch is the way that things have been here at Aquatherm for the last few years. Doing the same old things and expecting the same results. There was a time 20, 15 or even just 10 years ago that if something wasn\'t working the way I\'d like it to be, I\'d shake it up - just like oil and vinegar I used to say. It usually worked and not only did we all survive, but we flourished.\r\n\r\nI think it\'s time to shake up the oil and vinegar again. Last month if you recall, Aquatherm announced a milestone - since their introduction in 2000, shipments of our patented,\r\n\r\nbullet-proof insert molded Sunlite and its vented counterpart Ecolite collectors hit 25,000,000 sq. ft., mostly into the DIY above-ground pool market. If you didn\'t do the math, that\'s the equivalent of 635,000 - 40 sq. ft collectors! For many of those 11 years, we made as many Sunlite and Ecolite collectors as we could; usually running three shifts for 10 to 11 months out of the year only stopping long enough for our annual shut-down and to perform service to the equipment.\r\n\r\nAs I also mentioned last month, within the last year the above-ground DIY market has lost share to cheap polyethylene products from China - big time. I always felt that our insert-molded products were a bit of an over-kill for a market like that, where quality takes a back seat to price. What made these products successful was their quality and consistent ease to manufacture which of course led to these products being one of our most profitable.\r\n\r\nNow for the shake up - our <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzlhZGsjXFUBu6MtKvdJ9PHho-PlNvpcuUg==\" target=\"_blank\">Sunlite</a> (10 year limited; five year full warranty) and <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzgxum_esC53TF0L5ilv6QImzZ7bswP374A==\" target=\"_blank\">Ecolite</a> (10 year full warranty) collectors are already \"the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet\" and our original investment has paid off many times over. These collectors have always been priced just below their respective Sun-Swim and Ultra-Swim counterparts which is about to change.\r\n\r\nShort (but true) story that I repeat way too many times. I think the year was 1998 and I was in Mark Naylor\'s office along with Peter Dunbar. Mark and Peter were anxious to grow their business, but rubber mat products were dominating the builder market with low\r\n\r\nSo do you want to get different results this year? Are you ready to alter your course and do something dramatically different from your competition? Are you looking to add to your bottom line?pricing. So I asked, \"how low do you need to be?\" They told me and then I asked, \"does it matter if the product only has a five-year warranty?\" They looked at each other and replied, \"no, everything else on the pad only has a one, three or five year warranty.\" That was a market altering decision to do something different.\r\n\r\nInterested? Give me a call and let\'s shake things up together.\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove, President\r\n\r\nPS - About the Chinese; don\'t give up yet. More US manufacturers and service companies are expanding their operations and sourcing their needs here in the US. Among the pluses are lower transportation costs, sourcing flexibility which cuts costs by shortening the supply chain, ample and cheap supplies of natural gas and stable labor rates. Though wages are still lower in China, they\'ve been climbing at the rate of 15% a year.','The Buck Stops Here','','publish','open','open','','the-buck-stops-here-4','','','2012-01-12 21:14:49','2012-01-12 21:14:49','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=564',0,'post','',0),(565,3,'2012-01-12 21:10:56','2012-01-12 21:10:56','<strong>The Buck Stops Here</strong>\n\nHappy New Year and my best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2012.\n\nIn one of my favorite Star Trek episodes, an alien race has Sulu the navigator convinced that if he alters the course of the Enterprise, they will all be destroyed by knives that are flying through space. No one else on the bridge or the ship sees the knives, but that doesn\'t matter - Sulu doesn\'t allow anyone to touch the controls and the Enterprise blindly maintains its course.\n\nJust two days into 2012, I did something different I haven\'t done in a while; I touched the controls. Instead of just my usual circuit around the gym Monday morning, I went swimming in their pool. Yes, a nice heated indoor pool that my gym can not get a tax credit for adding a solar pool heating system too. They can put a PV system on the roof and get a tax credit, even a SWHS system for showers, but for their biggest energy hog - nope! But I digress...\n\nAfter just 20 minutes I was even more exhausted than I would have been after an hour of my regular routine. Why the change? Maybe because my regular routine had become just that - too routine and I just wasn\'t seeing the results that I wanted.\n\nSuch is the way that things have been here at Aquatherm for the last few years. Doing the same old things and expecting the same results. There was a time 20, 15 or even just 10 years ago that if something wasn\'t working the way I\'d like it to be, I\'d shake it up - just like oil and vinegar I used to say. It usually worked and not only did we all survive, but we flourished.\n\nI think it\'s time to shake up the oil and vinegar again. Last month if you recall, Aquatherm announced a milestone - since their introduction in 2000, shipments of our patented, bullet-proof insert molded Sunlite and its vented counterpart Ecolite collectors hit 25,000,000 sq. ft., mostly into the DIY above-ground pool market. If you didn\'t do the math, that\'s the equivalent of 635,000 - 40 sq. ft collectors! For many of those 11 years, we made as many Sunlite and Ecolite collectors as we could; usually running three shifts for 10 to 11 months out of the year only stopping long enough for our annual shut-down and to perform service to the equipment.\n\nAs I also mentioned last month, within the last year the above-ground DIY market has lost share to cheap polyethylene products from China - big time. I always felt that our insert-molded products were a bit of an over-kill for a market like that, where quality takes a back seat to price. What made these products successful was their quality and consistent ease to manufacture which of course led to these products being one of our most profitable.\n\nNow for the shake up - our <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzlhZGsjXFUBu6MtKvdJ9PHho-PlNvpcuUg==\" target=\"_blank\">Sunlite</a> (10 year limited; five year full warranty) and <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzgxum_esC53TF0L5ilv6QImzZ7bswP374A==\" target=\"_blank\">Ecolite</a> (10 year full warranty) collectors are already \"the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet\" and our original investment has paid off many times over. These collectors have always been priced just below their respective Sun-Swim and Ultra-Swim counterparts which is about to change.\n\nShort (but true) story that I repeat way too many times. I think the year was 1998 and I was in Mark Naylor\'s office along with Peter Dunbar. Mark and Peter were anxious to grow their business, but rubber mat products were dominating the builder market with low pricing. So I asked, \"how low do you need to be?\" They told me and then I asked, \"does it matter if the product only has a five-year warranty?\" They looked at each other and replied, \"no, everything else on the pad only has a one, three or five year warranty.\" That was a market altering decision to do something different.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSo do you want to get different results this year? Are you ready to alter your course and do something dramatically different from your competition? Are you looking to add to your bottom line?\n\n&nbsp;\n\nInterested? Give me a call and let\'s shake things up together.\n\n<img src=\"https://ui.constantcontact.com/rnavmap/tip/dispatcher?pimg=tmp--78320460\" border=\"0\" alt=\"Family playing in pool\" hspace=\"15\" vspace=\"15\" width=\"174\" height=\"230\" align=\"left\" />\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDave Sizelove, President\n\n&nbsp;\n\nPS - About the Chinese; don\'t give up yet. More US manufacturers and service companies are expanding their operations and sourcing their needs here in the US. Among the pluses are lower transportation costs, sourcing flexibility which cuts costs by shortening the supply chain, ample and cheap supplies of natural gas and stable labor rates. Though wages are still lower in China, they\'ve been climbing at the rate of 15% a year.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','564-revision','','','2012-01-12 21:10:56','2012-01-12 21:10:56','',564,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=565',0,'revision','',0),(567,3,'2012-01-12 21:12:56','2012-01-12 21:12:56','<h1>The Buck Stops Here</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\nHappy New Year and my best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2012.\n\nIn one of my favorite Star Trek episodes, an alien race has Sulu the navigator convinced that if he alters the course of the Enterprise, they will all be destroyed by knives that are flying through space. No one else on the bridge or the ship sees the knives, but that doesn\'t matter - Sulu doesn\'t allow anyone to touch the controls and the Enterprise blindly maintains its course.\n\nJust two days into 2012, I did something different I haven\'t done in a while; I touched the controls. Instead of just my usual circuit around the gym Monday morning, I went swimming in their pool. Yes, a nice heated indoor pool that my gym can not get a tax credit for adding a solar pool heating system too. They can put a PV system on the roof and get a tax credit, even a SWHS system for showers, but for their biggest energy hog - nope! But I digress...\n\nAfter just 20 minutes I was even more exhausted than I would have been after an hour of my regular routine. Why the change? Maybe because my regular routine had become just that - too routine and I just wasn\'t seeing the results that I wanted.\n\nSuch is the way that things have been here at Aquatherm for the last few years. Doing the same old things and expecting the same results. There was a time 20, 15 or even just 10 years ago that if something wasn\'t working the way I\'d like it to be, I\'d shake it up - just like oil and vinegar I used to say. It usually worked and not only did we all survive, but we flourished.\n\nI think it\'s time to shake up the oil and vinegar again. Last month if you recall, Aquatherm announced a milestone - since their introduction in 2000, shipments of our patented,\n\nbullet-proof insert molded Sunlite and its vented counterpart Ecolite collectors hit 25,000,000 sq. ft., mostly into the DIY above-ground pool market. If you didn\'t do the math, that\'s the equivalent of 635,000 - 40 sq. ft collectors! For many of those 11 years, we made as many Sunlite and Ecolite collectors as we could; usually running three shifts for 10 to 11 months out of the year only stopping long enough for our annual shut-down and to perform service to the equipment.\n\nAs I also mentioned last month, within the last year the above-ground DIY market has lost share to cheap polyethylene products from China - big time. I always felt that our insert-molded products were a bit of an over-kill for a market like that, where quality takes a back seat to price. What made these products successful was their quality and consistent ease to manufacture which of course led to these products being one of our most profitable.\n\nNow for the shake up - our <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzlhZGsjXFUBu6MtKvdJ9PHho-PlNvpcuUg==\" target=\"_blank\">Sunlite</a> (10 year limited; five year full warranty) and <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzgxum_esC53TF0L5ilv6QImzZ7bswP374A==\" target=\"_blank\">Ecolite</a> (10 year full warranty) collectors are already \"the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet\" and our original investment has paid off many times over. These collectors have always been priced just below their respective Sun-Swim and Ultra-Swim counterparts which is about to change.\n\nShort (but true) story that I repeat way too many times. I think the year was 1998 and I was in Mark Naylor\'s office along with Peter Dunbar. Mark and Peter were anxious to grow their business, but rubber mat products were dominating the builder market with low\nSo do you want to get different results this year? Are you ready to alter your course and do something dramatically different from your competition? Are you looking to add to your bottom line?pricing. So I asked, \"how low do you need to be?\" They told me and then I asked, \"does it matter if the product only has a five-year warranty?\" They looked at each other and replied, \"no, everything else on the pad only has a one, three or five year warranty.\" That was a market altering decision to do something different.\n\nInterested? Give me a call and let\'s shake things up together.\n\nDave Sizelove, President\n\nPS - About the Chinese; don\'t give up yet. More US manufacturers and service companies are expanding their operations and sourcing their needs here in the US. Among the pluses are lower transportation costs, sourcing flexibility which cuts costs by shortening the supply chain, ample and cheap supplies of natural gas and stable labor rates. Though wages are still lower in China, they\'ve been climbing at the rate of 15% a year.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','564-revision-3','','','2012-01-12 21:12:56','2012-01-12 21:12:56','',564,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=567',0,'revision','',0),(566,3,'2012-01-12 21:12:28','2012-01-12 21:12:28','<h1>The Buck Stops Here</h1>\r\n<img class=\"alignright\" style=\"border-image: initial; margin: 15px;\" src=\"https://ui.constantcontact.com/rnavmap/tip/dispatcher?pimg=tmp--78320460\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" hspace=\"15\" vspace=\"15\" width=\"174\" height=\"230\" align=\"left\" />\r\n\r\nHappy New Year and my best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2012.\r\n\r\nIn one of my favorite Star Trek episodes, an alien race has Sulu the navigator convinced that if he alters the course of the Enterprise, they will all be destroyed by knives that are flying through space. No one else on the bridge or the ship sees the knives, but that doesn\'t matter - Sulu doesn\'t allow anyone to touch the controls and the Enterprise blindly maintains its course.\r\n\r\nJust two days into 2012, I did something different I haven\'t done in a while; I touched the controls. Instead of just my usual circuit around the gym Monday morning, I went swimming in their pool. Yes, a nice heated indoor pool that my gym can not get a tax credit for adding a solar pool heating system too. They can put a PV system on the roof and get a tax credit, even a SWHS system for showers, but for their biggest energy hog - nope! But I digress...\r\n\r\nAfter just 20 minutes I was even more exhausted than I would have been after an hour of my regular routine. Why the change? Maybe because my regular routine had become just that - too routine and I just wasn\'t seeing the results that I wanted.\r\n\r\nSuch is the way that things have been here at Aquatherm for the last few years. Doing the same old things and expecting the same results. There was a time 20, 15 or even just 10 years ago that if something wasn\'t working the way I\'d like it to be, I\'d shake it up - just like oil and vinegar I used to say. It usually worked and not only did we all survive, but we flourished.\r\n\r\nI think it\'s time to shake up the oil and vinegar again. Last month if you recall, Aquatherm announced a milestone - since their introduction in 2000, shipments of our patented,\r\n\r\nbullet-proof insert molded Sunlite and its vented counterpart Ecolite collectors hit 25,000,000 sq. ft., mostly into the DIY above-ground pool market. If you didn\'t do the math, that\'s the equivalent of 635,000 - 40 sq. ft collectors! For many of those 11 years, we made as many Sunlite and Ecolite collectors as we could; usually running three shifts for 10 to 11 months out of the year only stopping long enough for our annual shut-down and to perform service to the equipment.\r\n\r\nAs I also mentioned last month, within the last year the above-ground DIY market has lost share to cheap polyethylene products from China - big time. I always felt that our insert-molded products were a bit of an over-kill for a market like that, where quality takes a back seat to price. What made these products successful was their quality and consistent ease to manufacture which of course led to these products being one of our most profitable.\r\n\r\nNow for the shake up - our <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzlhZGsjXFUBu6MtKvdJ9PHho-PlNvpcuUg==\" target=\"_blank\">Sunlite</a> (10 year limited; five year full warranty) and <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzgxum_esC53TF0L5ilv6QImzZ7bswP374A==\" target=\"_blank\">Ecolite</a> (10 year full warranty) collectors are already \"the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet\" and our original investment has paid off many times over. These collectors have always been priced just below their respective Sun-Swim and Ultra-Swim counterparts which is about to change.\r\n\r\nShort (but true) story that I repeat way too many times. I think the year was 1998 and I was in Mark Naylor\'s office along with Peter Dunbar. Mark and Peter were anxious to grow their business, but rubber mat products were dominating the builder market with low\r\nSo do you want to get different results this year? Are you ready to alter your course and do something dramatically different from your competition? Are you looking to add to your bottom line?pricing. So I asked, \"how low do you need to be?\" They told me and then I asked, \"does it matter if the product only has a five-year warranty?\" They looked at each other and replied, \"no, everything else on the pad only has a one, three or five year warranty.\" That was a market altering decision to do something different.\r\n\r\nInterested? Give me a call and let\'s shake things up together.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove, President\r\n\r\nPS - About the Chinese; don\'t give up yet. More US manufacturers and service companies are expanding their operations and sourcing their needs here in the US. Among the pluses are lower transportation costs, sourcing flexibility which cuts costs by shortening the supply chain, ample and cheap supplies of natural gas and stable labor rates. Though wages are still lower in China, they\'ve been climbing at the rate of 15% a year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','564-revision-2','','','2012-01-12 21:12:28','2012-01-12 21:12:28','',564,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=566',0,'revision','',0),(568,3,'2012-01-12 21:13:31','2012-01-12 21:13:31','<h1>The Buck Stops Here</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHappy New Year and my best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2012.\r\n\r\nIn one of my favorite Star Trek episodes, an alien race has Sulu the navigator convinced that if he alters the course of the Enterprise, they will all be destroyed by knives that are flying through space. No one else on the bridge or the ship sees the knives, but that doesn\'t matter - Sulu doesn\'t allow anyone to touch the controls and the Enterprise blindly maintains its course.\r\n\r\nJust two days into 2012, I did something different I haven\'t done in a while; I touched the controls. Instead of just my usual circuit around the gym Monday morning, I went swimming in their pool. Yes, a nice heated indoor pool that my gym can not get a tax credit for adding a solar pool heating system too. They can put a PV system on the roof and get a tax credit, even a SWHS system for showers, but for their biggest energy hog - nope! But I digress...\r\n\r\nAfter just 20 minutes I was even more exhausted than I would have been after an hour of my regular routine. Why the change? Maybe because my regular routine had become just that - too routine and I just wasn\'t seeing the results that I wanted.\r\n\r\nSuch is the way that things have been here at Aquatherm for the last few years. Doing the same old things and expecting the same results. There was a time 20, 15 or even just 10 years ago that if something wasn\'t working the way I\'d like it to be, I\'d shake it up - just like oil and vinegar I used to say. It usually worked and not only did we all survive, but we flourished.\r\n\r\nI think it\'s time to shake up the oil and vinegar again. Last month if you recall, Aquatherm announced a milestone - since their introduction in 2000, shipments of our patented,\r\n\r\nbullet-proof insert molded Sunlite and its vented counterpart Ecolite collectors hit 25,000,000 sq. ft., mostly into the DIY above-ground pool market. If you didn\'t do the math, that\'s the equivalent of 635,000 - 40 sq. ft collectors! For many of those 11 years, we made as many Sunlite and Ecolite collectors as we could; usually running three shifts for 10 to 11 months out of the year only stopping long enough for our annual shut-down and to perform service to the equipment.\r\n\r\nAs I also mentioned last month, within the last year the above-ground DIY market has lost share to cheap polyethylene products from China - big time. I always felt that our insert-molded products were a bit of an over-kill for a market like that, where quality takes a back seat to price. What made these products successful was their quality and consistent ease to manufacture which of course led to these products being one of our most profitable.\r\n\r\nNow for the shake up - our <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzlhZGsjXFUBu6MtKvdJ9PHho-PlNvpcuUg==\" target=\"_blank\">Sunlite</a> (10 year limited; five year full warranty) and <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzgxum_esC53TF0L5ilv6QImzZ7bswP374A==\" target=\"_blank\">Ecolite</a> (10 year full warranty) collectors are already \"the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet\" and our original investment has paid off many times over. These collectors have always been priced just below their respective Sun-Swim and Ultra-Swim counterparts which is about to change.\r\n\r\nShort (but true) story that I repeat way too many times. I think the year was 1998 and I was in Mark Naylor\'s office along with Peter Dunbar. Mark and Peter were anxious to grow their business, but rubber mat products were dominating the builder market with low\r\n\r\nSo do you want to get different results this year? Are you ready to alter your course and do something dramatically different from your competition? Are you looking to add to your bottom line?pricing. So I asked, \"how low do you need to be?\" They told me and then I asked, \"does it matter if the product only has a five-year warranty?\" They looked at each other and replied, \"no, everything else on the pad only has a one, three or five year warranty.\" That was a market altering decision to do something different.\r\n\r\nInterested? Give me a call and let\'s shake things up together.\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove, President\r\n\r\nPS - About the Chinese; don\'t give up yet. More US manufacturers and service companies are expanding their operations and sourcing their needs here in the US. Among the pluses are lower transportation costs, sourcing flexibility which cuts costs by shortening the supply chain, ample and cheap supplies of natural gas and stable labor rates. Though wages are still lower in China, they\'ve been climbing at the rate of 15% a year.','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','564-revision-4','','','2012-01-12 21:13:31','2012-01-12 21:13:31','',564,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=568',0,'revision','',0),(569,3,'2012-01-12 21:14:23','2012-01-12 21:14:23','<h1>The Buck Stops Here</h1>\r\nHappy New Year and my best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2012.\r\n\r\nIn one of my favorite Star Trek episodes, an alien race has Sulu the navigator convinced that if he alters the course of the Enterprise, they will all be destroyed by knives that are flying through space. No one else on the bridge or the ship sees the knives, but that doesn\'t matter - Sulu doesn\'t allow anyone to touch the controls and the Enterprise blindly maintains its course.\r\n\r\nJust two days into 2012, I did something different I haven\'t done in a while; I touched the controls. Instead of just my usual circuit around the gym Monday morning, I went swimming in their pool. Yes, a nice heated indoor pool that my gym can not get a tax credit for adding a solar pool heating system too. They can put a PV system on the roof and get a tax credit, even a SWHS system for showers, but for their biggest energy hog - nope! But I digress...<!--more-->\r\n\r\nAfter just 20 minutes I was even more exhausted than I would have been after an hour of my regular routine. Why the change? Maybe because my regular routine had become just that - too routine and I just wasn\'t seeing the results that I wanted.\r\n\r\nSuch is the way that things have been here at Aquatherm for the last few years. Doing the same old things and expecting the same results. There was a time 20, 15 or even just 10 years ago that if something wasn\'t working the way I\'d like it to be, I\'d shake it up - just like oil and vinegar I used to say. It usually worked and not only did we all survive, but we flourished.\r\n\r\nI think it\'s time to shake up the oil and vinegar again. Last month if you recall, Aquatherm announced a milestone - since their introduction in 2000, shipments of our patented,\r\n\r\nbullet-proof insert molded Sunlite and its vented counterpart Ecolite collectors hit 25,000,000 sq. ft., mostly into the DIY above-ground pool market. If you didn\'t do the math, that\'s the equivalent of 635,000 - 40 sq. ft collectors! For many of those 11 years, we made as many Sunlite and Ecolite collectors as we could; usually running three shifts for 10 to 11 months out of the year only stopping long enough for our annual shut-down and to perform service to the equipment.\r\n\r\nAs I also mentioned last month, within the last year the above-ground DIY market has lost share to cheap polyethylene products from China - big time. I always felt that our insert-molded products were a bit of an over-kill for a market like that, where quality takes a back seat to price. What made these products successful was their quality and consistent ease to manufacture which of course led to these products being one of our most profitable.\r\n\r\nNow for the shake up - our <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzlhZGsjXFUBu6MtKvdJ9PHho-PlNvpcuUg==\" target=\"_blank\">Sunlite</a> (10 year limited; five year full warranty) and <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7rab6hcab&amp;et=1109052712629&amp;s=0&amp;e=001pi0sicabxvCrmghDmUNHM0O7XVwIcZKG2BWgnEYH8i75gv5F95nR7dhoIec6EQfhIp1aS_tMdUBgQFoXwvUrzgxum_esC53TF0L5ilv6QImzZ7bswP374A==\" target=\"_blank\">Ecolite</a> (10 year full warranty) collectors are already \"the most cost-effective solar thermal BTU on the planet\" and our original investment has paid off many times over. These collectors have always been priced just below their respective Sun-Swim and Ultra-Swim counterparts which is about to change.\r\n\r\nShort (but true) story that I repeat way too many times. I think the year was 1998 and I was in Mark Naylor\'s office along with Peter Dunbar. Mark and Peter were anxious to grow their business, but rubber mat products were dominating the builder market with low\r\n\r\nSo do you want to get different results this year? Are you ready to alter your course and do something dramatically different from your competition? Are you looking to add to your bottom line?pricing. So I asked, \"how low do you need to be?\" They told me and then I asked, \"does it matter if the product only has a five-year warranty?\" They looked at each other and replied, \"no, everything else on the pad only has a one, three or five year warranty.\" That was a market altering decision to do something different.\r\n\r\nInterested? Give me a call and let\'s shake things up together.\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove, President\r\n\r\nPS - About the Chinese; don\'t give up yet. More US manufacturers and service companies are expanding their operations and sourcing their needs here in the US. Among the pluses are lower transportation costs, sourcing flexibility which cuts costs by shortening the supply chain, ample and cheap supplies of natural gas and stable labor rates. Though wages are still lower in China, they\'ve been climbing at the rate of 15% a year.','The Buck Stops Here','','inherit','open','open','','564-revision-5','','','2012-01-12 21:14:23','2012-01-12 21:14:23','',564,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=569',0,'revision','',0),(570,3,'2012-01-12 21:25:14','2012-01-12 21:25:14','','AI NETWORK CAPTURE','','inherit','open','open','','ai-network-capture','','','2012-01-12 21:25:14','2012-01-12 21:25:14','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/AI-NETWORK-CAPTURE.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(571,2,'2012-01-12 21:42:52','2012-01-12 21:42:52','For 2012 we’re excited to announce that we’ve revamped our entire printed price list structure which will make finding what you need and ordering a whole lot easier. For each product line, both 1 ½” and 2” collectors and their respective kits are now on the same price list. All hardware components, accessories and controls are now on a separate price list.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nThere are several price increases / reductions / kits realignments that we’re alerting you to. Please see the revised pricing below. These will all be effective with shipments beginning January 16. The new price lists will be distributed and put up on the portal shortly.\r\n\r\nCollector pricing should remain unchanged during the first half of 2012 due to stable natural gas prices.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Part Number</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Description</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Price Ea.</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bulk</span>\r\n\r\n60003-1              Hose Clamp, 1 ½”                                 1.85              1.67\r\n\r\n60003-2              Hose Clamp, 2”                                     1.95              1.76\r\n\r\n60690-1              Coll. Conn. 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Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                               29.00 / 38.50\r\n\r\n18002-1 / 2         Sun-Swim System Kit, 1 ½” / 2”               157.00 / 169.00\r\n\r\n18004-1 / 2         Row Spacer Kit, 1 ½” /2”                                59.00 / 69.00\r\n\r\n18005-1 / 2         Add-a-Row Kit,                                                  81.00 / 93.00\r\n\r\n18030-1 / 2         Ultraswim System Kit, 1 ½’ / 2”                 157.00 / 169.00\r\n\r\n18054-1 / 2         Ecosun System Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                      169.00 / 183.00\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n18044-1              Sunlite System Kit, 50mm                                       82.00\r\n\r\n18047-1              Ecolite / Sunlite Double Install. Kit                         62.00\r\n\r\n18045-1              Add-a-Row Kit, 50mm                                             81.00\r\n\r\n18046-1              Row Spacer Kit, 50mm                                             59.00\r\n\r\n18049-1              Sunlite System Kit, 1 ½”                                        148.00\r\n\r\n18055-1              Ecolite System Kit, 1 ½”                                         148.00\r\n\r\n18056-1              Ecolite System Kit, 50mm                                        82.00\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','New Price Lists and Updated Pricing','','publish','open','open','','new-price-lists-and-updated-pricing','','','2012-01-12 21:48:38','2012-01-12 21:48:38','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=571',0,'post','',0),(572,3,'2012-01-12 21:34:14','2012-01-12 21:34:14','For 2012 we’re excited to announce that we’ve revamped our entire printed price list structure which will make finding what you need and ordering a whole lot easier. For each product line, both 1 ½” and 2” collectors and their respective kits are now on the same price list. All hardware components, accessories and controls are now on a separate price list.\n\nThere are several price increases / reductions / kits realignments that we’re alerting you to. Please see the revised pricing below. These will all be effective with shipments beginning January 16. The new price lists will be distributed and put up on the portal shortly.\n\nCollector pricing should remain unchanged during the first half of 2012 due to stable natural gas prices.\n\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Part Number</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Description</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Price Ea.</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bulk</span>\n\n60003-1              Hose Clamp, 1 ½”                                 1.85              1.67\n\n60003-2              Hose Clamp, 2”                                     1.95              1.76\n\n60690-1              Coll. Conn. Hose, 1 ½”                          6.50              5.85\n\n60691-1              System Conn. Hose, 1 ½”                   11.00              9.90\n\n&nbsp;\n\n12034-1 / 2         Coll. Install. Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                             26.00 / 35.00\n\n12135-1 / 2         System Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                                 169.00 / 183.00\n\n12017-1 / 2         Row Spacer Kit, 1 ½” /2”                               71.50 / 85.00\n\n12043-1 / 2         Add-a-Row Kit,                                              93.00 / 107.00\n\n&nbsp;\n\n18001-1 / 2         Coll. Install. Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                               29.00 / 38.50\n\n18002-1 / 2         Sun-Swim System Kit, 1 ½” / 2”               157.00 / 169.00\n\n18004-1 / 2         Row Spacer Kit, 1 ½” /2”                                59.00 / 69.00\n\n18005-1 / 2         Add-a-Row Kit,                                                  81.00 / 93.00\n\n18030-1 / 2         Ultraswim System Kit, 1 ½’ / 2”                 157.00 / 169.00\n\n18054-1 / 2         Ecosun System Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                      169.00 / 183.00\n\n&nbsp;\n\n18044-1              Sunlite System Kit, 50mm                                       82.00\n\n18047-1              Ecolite / Sunlite Double Install. Kit                         62.00\n\n18045-1              Add-a-Row Kit, 50mm                                             81.00\n\n18046-1              Row Spacer Kit, 50mm                                             59.00\n\n18049-1              Sunlite System Kit, 1 ½”                                        148.00\n\n18055-1              Ecolite System Kit, 1 ½”                                         148.00\n\n18056-1              Ecolite System Kit, 50mm                                        82.00\n\n&nbsp;','New Price Lists and Updated Pricing','','inherit','open','open','','571-revision','','','2012-01-12 21:34:14','2012-01-12 21:34:14','',571,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=572',0,'revision','',0),(573,3,'2012-01-12 21:34:43','2012-01-12 21:34:43','For 2012 we’re excited to announce that we’ve revamped our entire printed price list structure which will make finding what you need and ordering a whole lot easier. For each product line, both 1 ½” and 2” collectors and their respective kits are now on the same price list. All hardware components, accessories and controls are now on a separate price list.\r\n\r\nThere are several price increases / reductions / kits realignments that we’re alerting you to. Please see the revised pricing below. These will all be effective with shipments beginning January 16. The new price lists will be distributed and put up on the portal shortly.\r\n\r\nCollector pricing should remain unchanged during the first half of 2012 due to stable natural gas prices.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Part Number</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Description</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Price Ea.</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bulk</span>\r\n\r\n60003-1              Hose Clamp, 1 ½”                                 1.85              1.67\r\n\r\n60003-2              Hose Clamp, 2”                                     1.95              1.76\r\n\r\n60690-1              Coll. Conn. Hose, 1 ½”                          6.50              5.85\r\n\r\n60691-1              System Conn. Hose, 1 ½”                   11.00              9.90\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n12034-1 / 2         Coll. Install. Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                             26.00 / 35.00\r\n\r\n12135-1 / 2         System Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                                 169.00 / 183.00\r\n\r\n12017-1 / 2         Row Spacer Kit, 1 ½” /2”                               71.50 / 85.00\r\n\r\n12043-1 / 2         Add-a-Row Kit,                                              93.00 / 107.00\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n18001-1 / 2         Coll. Install. Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                               29.00 / 38.50\r\n\r\n18002-1 / 2         Sun-Swim System Kit, 1 ½” / 2”               157.00 / 169.00\r\n\r\n18004-1 / 2         Row Spacer Kit, 1 ½” /2”                                59.00 / 69.00\r\n\r\n18005-1 / 2         Add-a-Row Kit,                                                  81.00 / 93.00\r\n\r\n18030-1 / 2         Ultraswim System Kit, 1 ½’ / 2”                 157.00 / 169.00\r\n\r\n18054-1 / 2         Ecosun System Kit, 1 ½” / 2”                      169.00 / 183.00\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n18044-1              Sunlite System Kit, 50mm                                       82.00\r\n\r\n18047-1              Ecolite / Sunlite Double Install. 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For each product line, both 1 ½” and 2” collectors and their respective kits are now on the same price list. All hardware components, accessories and controls are now on a separate price list.\r\n\r\nThere are several price increases / reductions / kits realignments that we’re alerting you to. Please see the revised pricing below. These will all be effective with shipments beginning January 16. The new price lists will be distributed and put up on the portal shortly.\r\n\r\nCollector pricing should remain unchanged during the first half of 2012 due to stable natural gas prices.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Part Number</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Description</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Price Ea.</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bulk</span>\r\n\r\n60003-1              Hose Clamp, 1 ½”                                 1.85              1.67\r\n\r\n60003-2              Hose Clamp, 2”                                     1.95              1.76\r\n\r\n60690-1              Coll. Conn. Hose, 1 ½”                          6.50              5.85\r\n\r\n60691-1              System Conn. Hose, 1 ½”                   11.00              9.90\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n12034-1 / 2         Coll. Install. 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For each product line, both 1 ½” and 2” collectors and their respective kits are now on the same price list. All hardware components, accessories and controls are now on a separate price list.<!--more-->\n\nThere are several price increases / reductions / kits realignments that we’re alerting you to. Please see the revised pricing below. These will all be effective with shipments beginning January 16. The new price lists will be distributed and put up on the portal shortly.\n\nCollector pricing should remain unchanged during the first half of 2012 due to stable natural gas prices.\n\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Part Number</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Description</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Price Ea.</span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bulk</span>\n\n60003-1              Hose Clamp, 1 ½”                                 1.85              1.67\n\n60003-2              Hose Clamp, 2”                                     1.95              1.76\n\n60690-1              Coll. Conn. Hose, 1 ½”                          6.50              5.85\n\n60691-1              System Conn. Hose, 1 ½”                   11.00              9.90\n\n&nbsp;\n\n12034-1 / 2         Coll. Install. 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Pool is used for recreational and recruit training and exercise. It is located at the East Gate of Eglin Air Force Base Valparaiso fl. (Ft Walton Bch Fl.) We will be installing 164 Ecosun solar collectors 2” headers. We are building 8- custom all Aluminum ground racks to support the collectors. Racks range from 52’ long to as long as 104’ long. We are right now setting up to pour 160- 2’ x 4’ concrete footers using round forms by sonotube. More pictures to follow.  -Sean\"</span></blockquote>\r\n[gallery]\r\n\r\nAs you can see in the photos, Sean\'s custom rack system will be clearly visible from the pool area. Considering Sean\'s track record with both residential and commercial installs, this should be a great looking system.  We\'ll keep you in the loop as Sean updates us with his progress (shouldn\'t take long now that he\'s evicted the Keebler Elves from that giant stump).\r\n\r\nWarmest Regards,\r\n\r\nDan Sizelove\r\nMarketing Coordinator','Eglin Air Force Base - Groundbreaking!','','inherit','open','open','','181-revision-22','','','2011-07-06 18:50:07','2011-07-06 18:50:07','',181,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=579',0,'revision','',0),(580,3,'2011-09-28 15:27:32','2011-09-28 15:27:32','<em>This post is part 3 of an ongoing series documenting the installation at </em><em>Eglin Air Force Base in Valparaiso, FL </em><em>by Aquatherm Master Dealers The Solar Guys / Compass Solar. </em>\r\n\r\nIt\'s been about 2 months since we first posted about the <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=181\">groundbreaking</a> at Eglin Air Force Base, and Sean Gardner and his crew have been hard at work.  At last post, Sean was digging the trenches, pouring the concrete footers, and <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=387\">assembling the custom aluminum racks</a> that would support the 160 collector system.\r\n\r\nIn Sean\'s latest set of photos to us, the racks are completed and the collectors are installed. And check out that job site sign Sean had custom-made for this install!  If anyone has any questions about the system, post them in the comments below and we\'ll do our best to get them answered for you.\r\n\r\nWhen the system goes live, it will provide heated water to the 13,000 square foot pool that is used for both recreational and training purposes.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to Sean and his team for completing this monumental project, and adding another commercial installation to their portfolio.\r\n\r\n[cincopa AcLANu6KeuHj]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Eglin Air Force Base Part 3: Collectors Mounted','','inherit','open','open','','454-revision-6','','','2011-09-28 15:27:32','2011-09-28 15:27:32','',454,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=580',0,'revision','',0),(583,3,'2012-01-19 16:57:55','2012-01-19 16:57:55','Happy New Year to all! I hope everyone enjoyed some well deserved time off and have entered 2012 energized for a great year! January has started strong in Southern California, with weather reaching 80 degrees quite a few days so far. Talk about nice selling weather – does Mother Nature know its winter?\r\n\r\nI have been watching the Consumer Confidence Board index, which shows that consumer sentiment and confidence is on the rise in the US. In fact, consumer confidence has risen several months in a row, and has returned to the levels we were seeing in April 2011. Lynn Franco, Director of The Conference Board Consumer Research Center says that “Looking ahead, consumers are more optimistic that business conditions, employment prospects, and their financial situations will continue to get better.”\r\n\r\nThis is a great time to revisit all the leads you have accumulated over the last 18 months, and reach out to them again while their confidence levels are higher. Our own recent email blast (to past Ecosun and SI website leads) caused a few dozen “tire-kickers” to once again raise their hands. Take advantage of this renewed optimism out there!\r\n\r\nThe 2012 Eastern Master Dealer Kick-off Meeting is upon us, and will take place January 20<sup>th</sup> from 12pm–5pm at the Holiday Inn - Main Gate East, Kissimmee, FL. After the meeting we will have a reception, dinner and awards ceremony at Pacino’s Restaurant just a short distance from the hotel. A formal agenda has been sent out by email, but please feel free to contact me if you have not received it. We look forward to a productive day together.\r\n\r\nThe Western Kick-off Meeting will be February 9<sup>th</sup> from 12pm – 5pm with dinner and awards ceremony to follow. The meeting will take place at the Holiday Inn Downtown, San Diego, CA. A formal agenda will follow shortly with additional details.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to<strong> Stilwell Solar</strong> who dominated the top Dealer spot with 416 collectors sold in December. <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 147 collectors and rounding out the top three is <strong>Vasco Solar</strong> with 100 collectors for December. <strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Bill Long</strong> from<strong> Stilwell Solar </strong>knocked it out of the park with 26 sales to take the top spot for December. Thank you Bill! <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> took 2<sup>nd</sup> with 19 sales for December. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> claims the #3 spot for the month with 16 sales. Way to go Scott!\r\n\r\nA special congratulations to <strong>Bill Park</strong> and his team at <strong>Central Florida Solar</strong> for advancing to Gold Master Dealer status in just one year.\r\n\r\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the following upcoming shows:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Atlantic City Pool and Spa show January 24 – 26<sup>th</sup> in booth #2125</li>\r\n	<li>Orlando Pool and Spa Show February 24 – 25<sup>th</sup> in booth #734</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nShould you be attending either of the events above, please let me know if I can be of any help in getting you a badge.\r\n\r\nI look forward to seeing many of you at the upcoming Kick-off Meetings and getting energized for this year.\r\n\r\n- Molly\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','December Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-2','','','2012-01-19 16:57:55','2012-01-19 16:57:55','',581,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=583',0,'revision','',0),(592,2,'2012-03-26 19:41:35','2012-03-26 19:41:35','Whew - what a busy first part of the year!  We have already exhibited at the Atlantic City, Southeast, and Orlando Pool &amp; Spa Shows, and held two Master Dealer Kick-off meetings!  At the tradeshows we have seen a marked increase not only in number of attendees, but overall interest in solar pool heating.  A good sign indeed for the coming year!\r\n\r\nAfter two straight years of National Master Dealer Meetings, this year we held separate Eastern and Western Kick-off Meetings to give more of you an opportunity to attend. Thanks to all of  you who did - we appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedules. Your participation is an enormous asset to the success of these meetings!\r\n\r\nFor those unable to attend, here is a recap of the meeting topics...<!--more-->\r\n\r\nDave started off each meeting with an update and review of 2011\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Polar Bear Plunge - Last year      Rich Bonte and Ethan joined in the fun and Ethan even won 10 free      collectors for his company, Solar Living. This year we are offering 20      collectors for a first timer - the plunge is on Feb. 25th. The video of      one of last year\'s participants was priceless!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While other competitors and      their dealers have lost focus over the past few years, Aquatherm has      remained focused on our core competencies and had many accomplishments in      2011 including:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>First and only US solar       manufacturer to be ISO 9001:2008 registered.</li>\r\n	<li>Continued focus on efficiency       and quality control.</li>\r\n	<li>Launched the new SI site -       will be the model going forward.Continued our investment in re-tooling.</li>\r\n	<li>NSF-50 listing; now both 1       ½\" and 2\".</li>\r\n	<li>2\" dual durometer       couplers introduced - 30k in the field already.</li>\r\n	<li>Re-tooled 2\" VRV</li>\r\n	<li>Achieved CSA certification -       the strictest certification in North America</li>\r\n	<li>Exhibited at seven tradeshows       across the country</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nDave also showed us the presentation he gave at November\'s Solar focus 2011 Conference in Washington, DC on open-loop vs. close loop systems for solar pool heating. Regardless of climate or whether the pool was indoor or outdoor, an unglazed system returned an investment in 4 to 7 seven years, compared to 17 to 23 years for a glazed collector system.\r\n\r\nKevin updated us on Engineering projects:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ISO - What is it and what does it mean to you ?</li>\r\n	<li>ISO 9001 is an international standard that states      the requirements for a Quality Management System. It is published by the      International Standards Organization and is recognized around the world.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ISO provides you additional       assurance that we are supplying you with quality goods and services</li>\r\n	<li>Every collector has       approximately 76 inspections during production</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warranty Statistics\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warranty data review shows       that total returns as a percentage of sales have decreased dramatically       since 2005 and the trend is continuing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Aquatherm has completed an      online commercial survey form for use by all dealers.  From this      survey we can provide you with a DOE RSPEC Program analysis as well as      sizing and plumbing design. You can find this survey at <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURjcsQO1k8tRA-VAz6GCsOw55gghlAdBWp1HTA1HDMcVr2CWY2djLN5M7NMD6nQewwwAlyT7eDAnmyFiz7303VHqguxuOV4sTKjPOagP38fkVXsFsLey6an7OldMZcJIuG8=\" target=\"_blank\">www.aquathermindustries.com/survey</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>As part of the Eagle Claw™ Mounting      System we will soon be offering our patent-pending \"Snap Clip\"      mounting covers which will cover the stainless steel bracket for a uniform      black look on the roof, as well as protect the sealant.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>By pass Check Valve testing\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The purpose of this testing       was to find a check valve that could be installed in a high flow-rate       system as a by-pass so as not to exceed the maximum 10 gpm flow rating of       a collector.</li>\r\n	<li>This new single union check       valve will be available going forward and will ship with a ½ lb spring       for use as a system check valve, but will also include a 6lb spring for       single story by-pass applications and a 10lb spring for two-story       installations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Aluminum Racking System\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We have been working with a       leading PV rack manufacturer to custom design a mounting rail to       accommodate Aquatherm mounting hardware that will be compatible with the       balance of their components.</li>\r\n	<li>Aquatherm is also working with       the same manufacturer for wind load approvals with engineering approval       for multiple states. The design will be compliant with the building       standard \"Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other       Structures\" (ASCE 7-10).</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sun-Swim FR\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This will be a replacement       collector that matches the size and pressure drop of a Fafco collector.       This will allow you to replace a collector on a Fafco install without       affecting the hydraulics of the system.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nSales &amp; Marketing Review\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Industry Associations  - Aquatherm joined      two new Associations last year to continue to put our name in front of as      many opportunities as possible\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>World Waterpark Association</li>\r\n	<li>Silver IPSAA Membership\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We have a list of all the        chapter President\'s names should you want to reach out to your local        chapter</li>\r\n	<li>Portal\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>I walked everyone through         the portal again in \"real time\" to review the benefits and         information located in each section.</li>\r\n	<li>Located in the news section,         you can also find a <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURj2-C8u5XoOjonZsU9PZFQ_Co0ICNsYvG_AJBWEaiIE9HNWzdqz5FgULlk1CGE5hKQlqVCZU4UlW-KQUw_xgkAhMsbxHuvYFR8lRfrDLC3uuQ-ZG2VLlqgL9Mbf30ThPgONuYO_kwT13599gtPPYU3V\" target=\"_blank\">Portal         Tutorial</a> to review the portal on your own time.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Dealer Survey Results\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>In December, we conducted a       Dealer survey to get an understanding of the current residential and       commercial markets and drivers.  The overall feelings for the market       are positive with growth expected over the next five years.  We will       show the results on the portal for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Sales Presentation\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We walked through each slide       of the new sales presentation introduced in 2011.  There is a       webinar on the portal for each brand that reviews the sales presentation       for your review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warm-up CD\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Having a bad day?  Just       pop in our warm-up CD on the way to a sales call and experience a quick       13 minute review of the sales presentation to put you in the right       mindset.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Squareup.com\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Do you have a       Smartphone?  We showed everyone how you can now take credit card       payments using your Smartphone in the field.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.squareup.com\">www.squareup.com</a> to learn       more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>QR Codes\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>You see them everywhere -       including public restrooms these days.  QR codes can be added to any       piece of literature, clothing and even your trucks to take a potential       customer to your website, video, or a form to fill out to get more       information.  They are free to create  - visit <a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\">www.qrstuff.com</a> to create       your own.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Facebook\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Tag you\'re it!  Tagging       happy homeowners is just one of many ways to create exposure for your       business on Facebook.  We set one up at the meetings, but if you       don\'t have one and want help in creating one for your own business,       contact us for help and we would be happy to walk you through the       steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAt the Eastern Meeting, Richard Good gave us an overview of his new thermosiphon system for third-world markets using unglazed Sunlite collectors.\r\n\r\nBill Long also gave a presentation showing how he and Scott now use iPads during their presentations. Using an iPad connects with consumers who either already have one, or wish that they did.\r\n\r\nMoving forward in 2012:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ultrasun is in pre-production with a release      scheduled for the second quarter.</li>\r\n	<li>S.1858 which includes adding commercial solar pool      heating to the ITC has support of SEIA/Hotel-Motel industry/campgrounds.</li>\r\n	<li>Wind load approval.</li>\r\n	<li>2\" molded system hose.</li>\r\n	<li>Revisions of Lessons Learned for the Sales      Presentation</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor more information on any of the above meeting topics please do not hesitate to contact me directly! Thank you again to all that made the meetings this year, we appreciate your time and efforts.\r\n\r\nNow that 2011 has closed, I\'d like to congratulate two Master Dealers for achieving lifetime status.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Broward Solar</strong> - now a Gold Master Dealer for      life</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Tryon Pool Heating</strong> - now a Silver Master Dealer      for life</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nYou will see these changes reflected on this current report.  Again, congratulations to both of you and thank you for your business!\r\n\r\nBefore we get to the January numbers, you will be seeing the sales numbers in a slightly different format.  We have added two columns to the report to allow us all a quick comparison of monthly and Year-To-Date sales to 2011. The \"YTD 2011\" column will be cumulative to the progressing year.  I hope that you will find this a welcome change and an easy way for you to compare your sales from month-to-month and year-to-year.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot with 266 collectors installed for January. What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team!  <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in 2nd for January with 210 collectors - way to go Mark!  And the 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists, NV</strong> with 89 collectors for January. Nice job Terry.\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 29 sales for January.  Congratulations Mark!  <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar is 2nd with 22 sales for January and <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar claims the #3 spot for the month with 16 sales.   Great job Scott and Bill, that is 38 total for Stilwell for the month, eight more than last year!\r\n\r\nBest to you all,\r\n\r\nMolly','January Sales Memo','','publish','open','open','','january-sales-memo','','','2012-03-26 19:42:41','2012-03-26 19:42:41','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=592',0,'post','',0),(585,3,'2012-02-02 21:58:30','2012-02-02 21:58:30','','Meeting Agenda West Coast','','inherit','open','open','','meeting-agenda-west-coast','','','2012-02-02 21:58:30','2012-02-02 21:58:30','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Meeting-Agenda-West-Coast.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(586,3,'2012-02-02 22:11:10','2012-02-02 22:11:10','','Meeting Agenda West Coast','','inherit','open','open','','meeting-agenda-west-coast-2','','','2012-02-02 22:11:10','2012-02-02 22:11:10','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Meeting-Agenda-West-Coast1.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(587,3,'2012-03-09 21:58:45','2012-03-09 21:58:45','','SI35','','inherit','open','open','','si35','','','2012-03-09 21:58:45','2012-03-09 21:58:45','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/SI35.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(588,3,'2012-03-20 20:29:03','2012-03-20 20:29:03','','101_0586','','inherit','open','open','','101_0586','','','2012-03-20 20:29:03','2012-03-20 20:29:03','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/101_0586.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(589,3,'2012-03-20 20:29:12','2012-03-20 20:29:12','','photo','','inherit','open','open','','photo','','','2012-03-20 20:29:12','2012-03-20 20:29:12','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/photo.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(590,3,'2012-03-20 20:29:26','2012-03-20 20:29:26','','101_0597','','inherit','open','open','','101_0597','','','2012-03-20 20:29:26','2012-03-20 20:29:26','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/101_0597.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(591,3,'2012-03-21 15:30:40','2012-03-21 15:30:40','','PolarBearPlunge','Team Aquatherm with Matt and his new Polar Bear Plunge sweatshirt.','inherit','open','open','','polarbearplunge','','','2012-03-21 15:30:40','2012-03-21 15:30:40','',604,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/PolarBearPlunge.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (593,3,'2012-03-26 19:41:18','2012-03-26 19:41:18','Whew - what a busy first part of the year!  We have already exhibited at the Atlantic City, Southeast, and Orlando Pool &amp; Spa Shows, and held two Master Dealer Kick-off meetings!  At the tradeshows we have seen a marked increase not only in number of attendees, but overall interest in solar pool heating.  A good sign indeed for the coming year!\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAfter two straight years of National Master Dealer Meetings, this year we held separate Eastern and Western Kick-off Meetings to give more of you an opportunity to attend. Thanks to all of  you who did - we appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedules. Your participation is an enormous asset to the success of these meetings!\n\n&nbsp;\n\nFor those unable to attend, here is a recap of the meeting topics:\n\nDave started off each meeting with an update and review of 2011\n\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>Polar Bear Plunge - Last year      Rich Bonte and Ethan joined in the fun and Ethan even won 10 free      collectors for his company, Solar Living. This year we are offering 20      collectors for a first timer - the plunge is on Feb. 25th. The video of      one of last year\'s participants was priceless!</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>While other competitors and      their dealers have lost focus over the past few years, Aquatherm has      remained focused on our core competencies and had many accomplishments in      2011 including:\n<ul>\n	<li>First and only US solar       manufacturer to be ISO 9001:2008 registered.</li>\n	<li>Continued focus on efficiency       and quality control.</li>\n	<li>Launched the new SI site -       will be the model going forward.Continued our investment in re-tooling.</li>\n	<li>NSF-50 listing; now both 1       ½\" and 2\".</li>\n	<li>2\" dual durometer       couplers introduced - 30k in the field already.</li>\n	<li>Re-tooled 2\" VRV</li>\n	<li>Achieved CSA certification -       the strictest certification in North America</li>\n	<li>Exhibited at seven tradeshows       across the country</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\nDave also showed us the presentation he gave at November\'s Solar focus 2011 Conference in Washington, DC on open-loop vs. close loop systems for solar pool heating. Regardless of climate or whether the pool was indoor or outdoor, an unglazed system returned an investment in 4 to 7 seven years, compared to 17 to 23 years for a glazed collector system.\n\nKevin updated us on Engineering projects:\n<ul>\n	<li>ISO - What is it and what does it mean to you ?</li>\n	<li>ISO 9001 is an international standard that states      the requirements for a Quality Management System. It is published by the      International Standards Organization and is recognized around the world.\n<ul>\n	<li>ISO provides you additional       assurance that we are supplying you with quality goods and services</li>\n	<li>Every collector has       approximately 76 inspections during production</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Warranty Statistics\n<ul>\n	<li>Warranty data review shows       that total returns as a percentage of sales have decreased dramatically       since 2005 and the trend is continuing.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Aquatherm has completed an      online commercial survey form for use by all dealers.  From this      survey we can provide you with a DOE RSPEC Program analysis as well as      sizing and plumbing design. You can find this survey at <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURjcsQO1k8tRA-VAz6GCsOw55gghlAdBWp1HTA1HDMcVr2CWY2djLN5M7NMD6nQewwwAlyT7eDAnmyFiz7303VHqguxuOV4sTKjPOagP38fkVXsFsLey6an7OldMZcJIuG8=\" target=\"_blank\">www.aquathermindustries.com/survey</a></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>As part of the Eagle Claw™ Mounting      System we will soon be offering our patent-pending \"Snap Clip\"      mounting covers which will cover the stainless steel bracket for a uniform      black look on the roof, as well as protect the sealant.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>By pass Check Valve testing\n<ul>\n	<li>The purpose of this testing       was to find a check valve that could be installed in a high flow-rate       system as a by-pass so as not to exceed the maximum 10 gpm flow rating of       a collector.</li>\n	<li>This new single union check       valve will be available going forward and will ship with a ½ lb spring       for use as a system check valve, but will also include a 6lb spring for       single story by-pass applications and a 10lb spring for two-story       installations.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Aluminum Racking System\n<ul>\n	<li>We have been working with a       leading PV rack manufacturer to custom design a mounting rail to       accommodate Aquatherm mounting hardware that will be compatible with the       balance of their components.</li>\n	<li>Aquatherm is also working with       the same manufacturer for wind load approvals with engineering approval       for multiple states. The design will be compliant with the building       standard \"Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other       Structures\" (ASCE 7-10).</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Sun-Swim FR\n<ul>\n	<li>This will be a replacement       collector that matches the size and pressure drop of a Fafco collector.       This will allow you to replace a collector on a Fafco install without       affecting the hydraulics of the system.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\nSales &amp; Marketing Review\n<ul>\n	<li>New Industry Associations  - Aquatherm joined      two new Associations last year to continue to put our name in front of as      many opportunities as possible\n<ul>\n	<li>World Waterpark Association</li>\n	<li>Silver IPSAA Membership\n<ul>\n	<li>We have a list of all the        chapter President\'s names should you want to reach out to your local        chapter</li>\n	<li>Portal\n<ul>\n	<li>I walked everyone through         the portal again in \"real time\" to review the benefits and         information located in each section.</li>\n	<li>Located in the news section,         you can also find a <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURj2-C8u5XoOjonZsU9PZFQ_Co0ICNsYvG_AJBWEaiIE9HNWzdqz5FgULlk1CGE5hKQlqVCZU4UlW-KQUw_xgkAhMsbxHuvYFR8lRfrDLC3uuQ-ZG2VLlqgL9Mbf30ThPgONuYO_kwT13599gtPPYU3V\" target=\"_blank\">Portal         Tutorial</a> to review the portal on your own time.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Dealer Survey Results\n<ul>\n	<li>In December, we conducted a       Dealer survey to get an understanding of the current residential and       commercial markets and drivers.  The overall feelings for the market       are positive with growth expected over the next five years.  We will       show the results on the portal for review.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>New Sales Presentation\n<ul>\n	<li>We walked through each slide       of the new sales presentation introduced in 2011.  There is a       webinar on the portal for each brand that reviews the sales presentation       for your review.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Warm-up CD\n<ul>\n	<li>Having a bad day?  Just       pop in our warm-up CD on the way to a sales call and experience a quick       13 minute review of the sales presentation to put you in the right       mindset.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Squareup.com\n<ul>\n	<li>Do you have a       Smartphone?  We showed everyone how you can now take credit card       payments using your Smartphone in the field.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.squareup.com\">www.squareup.com</a> to learn       more.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>QR Codes\n<ul>\n	<li>You see them everywhere -       including public restrooms these days.  QR codes can be added to any       piece of literature, clothing and even your trucks to take a potential       customer to your website, video, or a form to fill out to get more       information.  They are free to create  - visit <a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\">www.qrstuff.com</a> to create       your own.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Facebook\n<ul>\n	<li>Tag you\'re it!  Tagging       happy homeowners is just one of many ways to create exposure for your       business on Facebook.  We set one up at the meetings, but if you       don\'t have one and want help in creating one for your own business,       contact us for help and we would be happy to walk you through the       steps.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\nAt the Eastern Meeting, Richard Good gave us an overview of his new thermosiphon system for third-world markets using unglazed Sunlite collectors.\n\nBill Long also gave a presentation showing how he and Scott now use iPads during their presentations. Using an iPad connects with consumers who either already have one, or wish that they did.\n\nMoving forward in 2012:\n<ul>\n	<li>Ultrasun is in pre-production with a release      scheduled for the second quarter.</li>\n	<li>S.1858 which includes adding commercial solar pool      heating to the ITC has support of SEIA/Hotel-Motel industry/campgrounds.</li>\n	<li>Wind load approval.</li>\n	<li>2\" molded system hose.</li>\n	<li>Revisions of Lessons Learned for the Sales      Presentation</li>\n</ul>\nFor more information on any of the above meeting topics please do not hesitate to contact me directly! Thank you again to all that made the meetings this year, we appreciate your time and efforts.\n\nNow that 2011 has closed, I\'d like to congratulate two Master Dealers for achieving lifetime status.\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Broward Solar</strong> - now a Gold Master Dealer for      life</li>\n	<li><strong>Tryon Pool Heating</strong> - now a Silver Master Dealer      for life</li>\n</ul>\nYou will see these changes reflected on this current report.  Again, congratulations to both of you and thank you for your business!\n\nBefore we get to the January numbers, you will be seeing the sales numbers in a slightly different format.  We have added two columns to the report to allow us all a quick comparison of monthly and Year-To-Date sales to 2011. The \"YTD 2011\" column will be cumulative to the progressing year.  I hope that you will find this a welcome change and an easy way for you to compare your sales from month-to-month and year-to-year.\n\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot with 266 collectors installed for January. What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team!  <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in 2nd for January with 210 collectors - way to go Mark!  And the 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists, NV</strong> with 89 collectors for January. Nice job Terry.\n\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 29 sales for January.  Congratulations Mark!  <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar is 2nd with 22 sales for January and <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar claims the #3 spot for the month with 16 sales.   Great job Scott and Bill, that is 38 total for Stilwell for the month, eight more than last year!\n\nBest to you all,\n\nMolly','January Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','592-revision','','','2012-03-26 19:41:18','2012-03-26 19:41:18','',592,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=593',0,'revision','',0),(594,3,'2012-03-26 19:41:35','2012-03-26 19:41:35','Whew - what a busy first part of the year!  We have already exhibited at the Atlantic City, Southeast, and Orlando Pool &amp; Spa Shows, and held two Master Dealer Kick-off meetings!  At the tradeshows we have seen a marked increase not only in number of attendees, but overall interest in solar pool heating.  A good sign indeed for the coming year!\r\n\r\nAfter two straight years of National Master Dealer Meetings, this year we held separate Eastern and Western Kick-off Meetings to give more of you an opportunity to attend. Thanks to all of  you who did - we appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedules. Your participation is an enormous asset to the success of these meetings!\r\n\r\nFor those unable to attend, here is a recap of the meeting topics:\r\n\r\nDave started off each meeting with an update and review of 2011\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Polar Bear Plunge - Last year      Rich Bonte and Ethan joined in the fun and Ethan even won 10 free      collectors for his company, Solar Living. This year we are offering 20      collectors for a first timer - the plunge is on Feb. 25th. The video of      one of last year\'s participants was priceless!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While other competitors and      their dealers have lost focus over the past few years, Aquatherm has      remained focused on our core competencies and had many accomplishments in      2011 including:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>First and only US solar       manufacturer to be ISO 9001:2008 registered.</li>\r\n	<li>Continued focus on efficiency       and quality control.</li>\r\n	<li>Launched the new SI site -       will be the model going forward.Continued our investment in re-tooling.</li>\r\n	<li>NSF-50 listing; now both 1       ½\" and 2\".</li>\r\n	<li>2\" dual durometer       couplers introduced - 30k in the field already.</li>\r\n	<li>Re-tooled 2\" VRV</li>\r\n	<li>Achieved CSA certification -       the strictest certification in North America</li>\r\n	<li>Exhibited at seven tradeshows       across the country</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nDave also showed us the presentation he gave at November\'s Solar focus 2011 Conference in Washington, DC on open-loop vs. close loop systems for solar pool heating. Regardless of climate or whether the pool was indoor or outdoor, an unglazed system returned an investment in 4 to 7 seven years, compared to 17 to 23 years for a glazed collector system.\r\n\r\nKevin updated us on Engineering projects:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ISO - What is it and what does it mean to you ?</li>\r\n	<li>ISO 9001 is an international standard that states      the requirements for a Quality Management System. It is published by the      International Standards Organization and is recognized around the world.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ISO provides you additional       assurance that we are supplying you with quality goods and services</li>\r\n	<li>Every collector has       approximately 76 inspections during production</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warranty Statistics\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warranty data review shows       that total returns as a percentage of sales have decreased dramatically       since 2005 and the trend is continuing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Aquatherm has completed an      online commercial survey form for use by all dealers.  From this      survey we can provide you with a DOE RSPEC Program analysis as well as      sizing and plumbing design. You can find this survey at <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURjcsQO1k8tRA-VAz6GCsOw55gghlAdBWp1HTA1HDMcVr2CWY2djLN5M7NMD6nQewwwAlyT7eDAnmyFiz7303VHqguxuOV4sTKjPOagP38fkVXsFsLey6an7OldMZcJIuG8=\" target=\"_blank\">www.aquathermindustries.com/survey</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>As part of the Eagle Claw™ Mounting      System we will soon be offering our patent-pending \"Snap Clip\"      mounting covers which will cover the stainless steel bracket for a uniform      black look on the roof, as well as protect the sealant.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>By pass Check Valve testing\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The purpose of this testing       was to find a check valve that could be installed in a high flow-rate       system as a by-pass so as not to exceed the maximum 10 gpm flow rating of       a collector.</li>\r\n	<li>This new single union check       valve will be available going forward and will ship with a ½ lb spring       for use as a system check valve, but will also include a 6lb spring for       single story by-pass applications and a 10lb spring for two-story       installations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Aluminum Racking System\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We have been working with a       leading PV rack manufacturer to custom design a mounting rail to       accommodate Aquatherm mounting hardware that will be compatible with the       balance of their components.</li>\r\n	<li>Aquatherm is also working with       the same manufacturer for wind load approvals with engineering approval       for multiple states. The design will be compliant with the building       standard \"Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other       Structures\" (ASCE 7-10).</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sun-Swim FR\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This will be a replacement       collector that matches the size and pressure drop of a Fafco collector.       This will allow you to replace a collector on a Fafco install without       affecting the hydraulics of the system.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nSales &amp; Marketing Review\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Industry Associations  - Aquatherm joined      two new Associations last year to continue to put our name in front of as      many opportunities as possible\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>World Waterpark Association</li>\r\n	<li>Silver IPSAA Membership\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We have a list of all the        chapter President\'s names should you want to reach out to your local        chapter</li>\r\n	<li>Portal\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>I walked everyone through         the portal again in \"real time\" to review the benefits and         information located in each section.</li>\r\n	<li>Located in the news section,         you can also find a <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURj2-C8u5XoOjonZsU9PZFQ_Co0ICNsYvG_AJBWEaiIE9HNWzdqz5FgULlk1CGE5hKQlqVCZU4UlW-KQUw_xgkAhMsbxHuvYFR8lRfrDLC3uuQ-ZG2VLlqgL9Mbf30ThPgONuYO_kwT13599gtPPYU3V\" target=\"_blank\">Portal         Tutorial</a> to review the portal on your own time.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Dealer Survey Results\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>In December, we conducted a       Dealer survey to get an understanding of the current residential and       commercial markets and drivers.  The overall feelings for the market       are positive with growth expected over the next five years.  We will       show the results on the portal for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Sales Presentation\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We walked through each slide       of the new sales presentation introduced in 2011.  There is a       webinar on the portal for each brand that reviews the sales presentation       for your review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warm-up CD\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Having a bad day?  Just       pop in our warm-up CD on the way to a sales call and experience a quick       13 minute review of the sales presentation to put you in the right       mindset.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Squareup.com\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Do you have a       Smartphone?  We showed everyone how you can now take credit card       payments using your Smartphone in the field.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.squareup.com\">www.squareup.com</a> to learn       more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>QR Codes\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>You see them everywhere -       including public restrooms these days.  QR codes can be added to any       piece of literature, clothing and even your trucks to take a potential       customer to your website, video, or a form to fill out to get more       information.  They are free to create  - visit <a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\">www.qrstuff.com</a> to create       your own.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Facebook\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Tag you\'re it!  Tagging       happy homeowners is just one of many ways to create exposure for your       business on Facebook.  We set one up at the meetings, but if you       don\'t have one and want help in creating one for your own business,       contact us for help and we would be happy to walk you through the       steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAt the Eastern Meeting, Richard Good gave us an overview of his new thermosiphon system for third-world markets using unglazed Sunlite collectors.\r\n\r\nBill Long also gave a presentation showing how he and Scott now use iPads during their presentations. Using an iPad connects with consumers who either already have one, or wish that they did.\r\n\r\nMoving forward in 2012:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ultrasun is in pre-production with a release      scheduled for the second quarter.</li>\r\n	<li>S.1858 which includes adding commercial solar pool      heating to the ITC has support of SEIA/Hotel-Motel industry/campgrounds.</li>\r\n	<li>Wind load approval.</li>\r\n	<li>2\" molded system hose.</li>\r\n	<li>Revisions of Lessons Learned for the Sales      Presentation</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor more information on any of the above meeting topics please do not hesitate to contact me directly! Thank you again to all that made the meetings this year, we appreciate your time and efforts.\r\n\r\nNow that 2011 has closed, I\'d like to congratulate two Master Dealers for achieving lifetime status.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Broward Solar</strong> - now a Gold Master Dealer for      life</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Tryon Pool Heating</strong> - now a Silver Master Dealer      for life</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nYou will see these changes reflected on this current report.  Again, congratulations to both of you and thank you for your business!\r\n\r\nBefore we get to the January numbers, you will be seeing the sales numbers in a slightly different format.  We have added two columns to the report to allow us all a quick comparison of monthly and Year-To-Date sales to 2011. The \"YTD 2011\" column will be cumulative to the progressing year.  I hope that you will find this a welcome change and an easy way for you to compare your sales from month-to-month and year-to-year.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot with 266 collectors installed for January. What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team!  <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in 2nd for January with 210 collectors - way to go Mark!  And the 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists, NV</strong> with 89 collectors for January. Nice job Terry.\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 29 sales for January.  Congratulations Mark!  <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar is 2nd with 22 sales for January and <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar claims the #3 spot for the month with 16 sales.   Great job Scott and Bill, that is 38 total for Stilwell for the month, eight more than last year!\r\n\r\nBest to you all,\r\n\r\nMolly','January Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','592-revision-2','','','2012-03-26 19:41:35','2012-03-26 19:41:35','',592,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=594',0,'revision','',0),(595,3,'2012-03-26 19:41:58','2012-03-26 19:41:58','Whew - what a busy first part of the year!  We have already exhibited at the Atlantic City, Southeast, and Orlando Pool &amp; Spa Shows, and held two Master Dealer Kick-off meetings!  At the tradeshows we have seen a marked increase not only in number of attendees, but overall interest in solar pool heating.  A good sign indeed for the coming year!\r\n\r\nAfter two straight years of National Master Dealer Meetings, this year we held separate Eastern and Western Kick-off Meetings to give more of you an opportunity to attend. Thanks to all of  you who did - we appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedules. Your participation is an enormous asset to the success of these meetings!\r\n\r\nFor those unable to attend, here is a recap of the meeting topics:\r\n\r\nDave started off each meeting with an update and review of 2011\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Polar Bear Plunge - Last year      Rich Bonte and Ethan joined in the fun and Ethan even won 10 free      collectors for his company, Solar Living. This year we are offering 20      collectors for a first timer - the plunge is on Feb. 25th. The video of      one of last year\'s participants was priceless!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While other competitors and      their dealers have lost focus over the past few years, Aquatherm has      remained focused on our core competencies and had many accomplishments in      2011 including:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>First and only US solar       manufacturer to be ISO 9001:2008 registered.</li>\r\n	<li>Continued focus on efficiency       and quality control.</li>\r\n	<li>Launched the new SI site -       will be the model going forward.Continued our investment in re-tooling.</li>\r\n	<li>NSF-50 listing; now both 1       ½\" and 2\".</li>\r\n	<li>2\" dual durometer       couplers introduced - 30k in the field already.</li>\r\n	<li>Re-tooled 2\" VRV</li>\r\n	<li>Achieved CSA certification -       the strictest certification in North America</li>\r\n	<li>Exhibited at seven tradeshows       across the country</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nDave also showed us the presentation he gave at November\'s Solar focus 2011 Conference in Washington, DC on open-loop vs. close loop systems for solar pool heating. Regardless of climate or whether the pool was indoor or outdoor, an unglazed system returned an investment in 4 to 7 seven years, compared to 17 to 23 years for a glazed collector system.\r\n\r\nKevin updated us on Engineering projects:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ISO - What is it and what does it mean to you ?</li>\r\n	<li>ISO 9001 is an international standard that states      the requirements for a Quality Management System. It is published by the      International Standards Organization and is recognized around the world.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ISO provides you additional       assurance that we are supplying you with quality goods and services</li>\r\n	<li>Every collector has       approximately 76 inspections during production</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warranty Statistics\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warranty data review shows       that total returns as a percentage of sales have decreased dramatically       since 2005 and the trend is continuing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Aquatherm has completed an      online commercial survey form for use by all dealers.  From this      survey we can provide you with a DOE RSPEC Program analysis as well as      sizing and plumbing design. You can find this survey at <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURjcsQO1k8tRA-VAz6GCsOw55gghlAdBWp1HTA1HDMcVr2CWY2djLN5M7NMD6nQewwwAlyT7eDAnmyFiz7303VHqguxuOV4sTKjPOagP38fkVXsFsLey6an7OldMZcJIuG8=\" target=\"_blank\">www.aquathermindustries.com/survey</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>As part of the Eagle Claw™ Mounting      System we will soon be offering our patent-pending \"Snap Clip\"      mounting covers which will cover the stainless steel bracket for a uniform      black look on the roof, as well as protect the sealant.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>By pass Check Valve testing\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The purpose of this testing       was to find a check valve that could be installed in a high flow-rate       system as a by-pass so as not to exceed the maximum 10 gpm flow rating of       a collector.</li>\r\n	<li>This new single union check       valve will be available going forward and will ship with a ½ lb spring       for use as a system check valve, but will also include a 6lb spring for       single story by-pass applications and a 10lb spring for two-story       installations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Aluminum Racking System\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We have been working with a       leading PV rack manufacturer to custom design a mounting rail to       accommodate Aquatherm mounting hardware that will be compatible with the       balance of their components.</li>\r\n	<li>Aquatherm is also working with       the same manufacturer for wind load approvals with engineering approval       for multiple states. The design will be compliant with the building       standard \"Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other       Structures\" (ASCE 7-10).</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sun-Swim FR\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This will be a replacement       collector that matches the size and pressure drop of a Fafco collector.       This will allow you to replace a collector on a Fafco install without       affecting the hydraulics of the system.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nSales &amp; Marketing Review\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Industry Associations  - Aquatherm joined      two new Associations last year to continue to put our name in front of as      many opportunities as possible\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>World Waterpark Association</li>\r\n	<li>Silver IPSAA Membership\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We have a list of all the        chapter President\'s names should you want to reach out to your local        chapter</li>\r\n	<li>Portal\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>I walked everyone through         the portal again in \"real time\" to review the benefits and         information located in each section.</li>\r\n	<li>Located in the news section,         you can also find a <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURj2-C8u5XoOjonZsU9PZFQ_Co0ICNsYvG_AJBWEaiIE9HNWzdqz5FgULlk1CGE5hKQlqVCZU4UlW-KQUw_xgkAhMsbxHuvYFR8lRfrDLC3uuQ-ZG2VLlqgL9Mbf30ThPgONuYO_kwT13599gtPPYU3V\" target=\"_blank\">Portal         Tutorial</a> to review the portal on your own time.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Dealer Survey Results\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>In December, we conducted a       Dealer survey to get an understanding of the current residential and       commercial markets and drivers.  The overall feelings for the market       are positive with growth expected over the next five years.  We will       show the results on the portal for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Sales Presentation\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We walked through each slide       of the new sales presentation introduced in 2011.  There is a       webinar on the portal for each brand that reviews the sales presentation       for your review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warm-up CD\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Having a bad day?  Just       pop in our warm-up CD on the way to a sales call and experience a quick       13 minute review of the sales presentation to put you in the right       mindset.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Squareup.com\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Do you have a       Smartphone?  We showed everyone how you can now take credit card       payments using your Smartphone in the field.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.squareup.com\">www.squareup.com</a> to learn       more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>QR Codes\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>You see them everywhere -       including public restrooms these days.  QR codes can be added to any       piece of literature, clothing and even your trucks to take a potential       customer to your website, video, or a form to fill out to get more       information.  They are free to create  - visit <a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\">www.qrstuff.com</a> to create       your own.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Facebook\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Tag you\'re it!  Tagging       happy homeowners is just one of many ways to create exposure for your       business on Facebook.  We set one up at the meetings, but if you       don\'t have one and want help in creating one for your own business,       contact us for help and we would be happy to walk you through the       steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAt the Eastern Meeting, Richard Good gave us an overview of his new thermosiphon system for third-world markets using unglazed Sunlite collectors.\r\n\r\nBill Long also gave a presentation showing how he and Scott now use iPads during their presentations. Using an iPad connects with consumers who either already have one, or wish that they did.\r\n\r\nMoving forward in 2012:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ultrasun is in pre-production with a release      scheduled for the second quarter.</li>\r\n	<li>S.1858 which includes adding commercial solar pool      heating to the ITC has support of SEIA/Hotel-Motel industry/campgrounds.</li>\r\n	<li>Wind load approval.</li>\r\n	<li>2\" molded system hose.</li>\r\n	<li>Revisions of Lessons Learned for the Sales      Presentation</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor more information on any of the above meeting topics please do not hesitate to contact me directly! Thank you again to all that made the meetings this year, we appreciate your time and efforts.\r\n\r\nNow that 2011 has closed, I\'d like to congratulate two Master Dealers for achieving lifetime status.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Broward Solar</strong> - now a Gold Master Dealer for      life</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Tryon Pool Heating</strong> - now a Silver Master Dealer      for life</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nYou will see these changes reflected on this current report.  Again, congratulations to both of you and thank you for your business!\r\n\r\nBefore we get to the January numbers, you will be seeing the sales numbers in a slightly different format.  We have added two columns to the report to allow us all a quick comparison of monthly and Year-To-Date sales to 2011. The \"YTD 2011\" column will be cumulative to the progressing year.  I hope that you will find this a welcome change and an easy way for you to compare your sales from month-to-month and year-to-year.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot with 266 collectors installed for January. What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team!  <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in 2nd for January with 210 collectors - way to go Mark!  And the 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists, NV</strong> with 89 collectors for January. Nice job Terry.\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 29 sales for January.  Congratulations Mark!  <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar is 2nd with 22 sales for January and <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar claims the #3 spot for the month with 16 sales.   Great job Scott and Bill, that is 38 total for Stilwell for the month, eight more than last year!\r\n\r\nBest to you all,\r\n\r\nMolly','January Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','592-revision-3','','','2012-03-26 19:41:58','2012-03-26 19:41:58','',592,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=595',0,'revision','',0),(596,3,'2012-03-26 19:42:04','2012-03-26 19:42:04','Whew - what a busy first part of the year!  We have already exhibited at the Atlantic City, Southeast, and Orlando Pool &amp; Spa Shows, and held two Master Dealer Kick-off meetings!  At the tradeshows we have seen a marked increase not only in number of attendees, but overall interest in solar pool heating.  A good sign indeed for the coming year!\r\n\r\nAfter two straight years of National Master Dealer Meetings, this year we held separate Eastern and Western Kick-off Meetings to give more of you an opportunity to attend. Thanks to all of  you who did - we appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedules. Your participation is an enormous asset to the success of these meetings!\r\n\r\nFor those unable to attend, here is a recap of the meeting topics:\r\n\r\nDave started off each meeting with an update and review of 2011\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Polar Bear Plunge - Last year      Rich Bonte and Ethan joined in the fun and Ethan even won 10 free      collectors for his company, Solar Living. This year we are offering 20      collectors for a first timer - the plunge is on Feb. 25th. The video of      one of last year\'s participants was priceless!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While other competitors and      their dealers have lost focus over the past few years, Aquatherm has      remained focused on our core competencies and had many accomplishments in      2011 including:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>First and only US solar       manufacturer to be ISO 9001:2008 registered.</li>\r\n	<li>Continued focus on efficiency       and quality control.</li>\r\n	<li>Launched the new SI site -       will be the model going forward.Continued our investment in re-tooling.</li>\r\n	<li>NSF-50 listing; now both 1       ½\" and 2\".</li>\r\n	<li>2\" dual durometer       couplers introduced - 30k in the field already.</li>\r\n	<li>Re-tooled 2\" VRV</li>\r\n	<li>Achieved CSA certification -       the strictest certification in North America</li>\r\n	<li>Exhibited at seven tradeshows       across the country</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nDave also showed us the presentation he gave at November\'s Solar focus 2011 Conference in Washington, DC on open-loop vs. close loop systems for solar pool heating. Regardless of climate or whether the pool was indoor or outdoor, an unglazed system returned an investment in 4 to 7 seven years, compared to 17 to 23 years for a glazed collector system.\r\n\r\nKevin updated us on Engineering projects:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ISO - What is it and what does it mean to you ?</li>\r\n	<li>ISO 9001 is an international standard that states      the requirements for a Quality Management System. It is published by the      International Standards Organization and is recognized around the world.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ISO provides you additional       assurance that we are supplying you with quality goods and services</li>\r\n	<li>Every collector has       approximately 76 inspections during production</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warranty Statistics\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warranty data review shows       that total returns as a percentage of sales have decreased dramatically       since 2005 and the trend is continuing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Aquatherm has completed an      online commercial survey form for use by all dealers.  From this      survey we can provide you with a DOE RSPEC Program analysis as well as      sizing and plumbing design. You can find this survey at <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURjcsQO1k8tRA-VAz6GCsOw55gghlAdBWp1HTA1HDMcVr2CWY2djLN5M7NMD6nQewwwAlyT7eDAnmyFiz7303VHqguxuOV4sTKjPOagP38fkVXsFsLey6an7OldMZcJIuG8=\" target=\"_blank\">www.aquathermindustries.com/survey</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>As part of the Eagle Claw™ Mounting      System we will soon be offering our patent-pending \"Snap Clip\"      mounting covers which will cover the stainless steel bracket for a uniform      black look on the roof, as well as protect the sealant.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>By pass Check Valve testing\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The purpose of this testing       was to find a check valve that could be installed in a high flow-rate       system as a by-pass so as not to exceed the maximum 10 gpm flow rating of       a collector.</li>\r\n	<li>This new single union check       valve will be available going forward and will ship with a ½ lb spring       for use as a system check valve, but will also include a 6lb spring for       single story by-pass applications and a 10lb spring for two-story       installations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Aluminum Racking System\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We have been working with a       leading PV rack manufacturer to custom design a mounting rail to       accommodate Aquatherm mounting hardware that will be compatible with the       balance of their components.</li>\r\n	<li>Aquatherm is also working with       the same manufacturer for wind load approvals with engineering approval       for multiple states. The design will be compliant with the building       standard \"Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other       Structures\" (ASCE 7-10).</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sun-Swim FR\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This will be a replacement       collector that matches the size and pressure drop of a Fafco collector.       This will allow you to replace a collector on a Fafco install without       affecting the hydraulics of the system.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nSales &amp; Marketing Review\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Industry Associations  - Aquatherm joined      two new Associations last year to continue to put our name in front of as      many opportunities as possible\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>World Waterpark Association</li>\r\n	<li>Silver IPSAA Membership\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We have a list of all the        chapter President\'s names should you want to reach out to your local        chapter</li>\r\n	<li>Portal\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>I walked everyone through         the portal again in \"real time\" to review the benefits and         information located in each section.</li>\r\n	<li>Located in the news section,         you can also find a <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURj2-C8u5XoOjonZsU9PZFQ_Co0ICNsYvG_AJBWEaiIE9HNWzdqz5FgULlk1CGE5hKQlqVCZU4UlW-KQUw_xgkAhMsbxHuvYFR8lRfrDLC3uuQ-ZG2VLlqgL9Mbf30ThPgONuYO_kwT13599gtPPYU3V\" target=\"_blank\">Portal         Tutorial</a> to review the portal on your own time.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Dealer Survey Results\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>In December, we conducted a       Dealer survey to get an understanding of the current residential and       commercial markets and drivers.  The overall feelings for the market       are positive with growth expected over the next five years.  We will       show the results on the portal for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>New Sales Presentation\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>We walked through each slide       of the new sales presentation introduced in 2011.  There is a       webinar on the portal for each brand that reviews the sales presentation       for your review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Warm-up CD\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Having a bad day?  Just       pop in our warm-up CD on the way to a sales call and experience a quick       13 minute review of the sales presentation to put you in the right       mindset.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Squareup.com\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Do you have a       Smartphone?  We showed everyone how you can now take credit card       payments using your Smartphone in the field.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.squareup.com\">www.squareup.com</a> to learn       more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>QR Codes\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>You see them everywhere -       including public restrooms these days.  QR codes can be added to any       piece of literature, clothing and even your trucks to take a potential       customer to your website, video, or a form to fill out to get more       information.  They are free to create  - visit <a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\">www.qrstuff.com</a> to create       your own.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Facebook\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Tag you\'re it!  Tagging       happy homeowners is just one of many ways to create exposure for your       business on Facebook.  We set one up at the meetings, but if you       don\'t have one and want help in creating one for your own business,       contact us for help and we would be happy to walk you through the       steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAt the Eastern Meeting, Richard Good gave us an overview of his new thermosiphon system for third-world markets using unglazed Sunlite collectors.\r\n\r\nBill Long also gave a presentation showing how he and Scott now use iPads during their presentations. Using an iPad connects with consumers who either already have one, or wish that they did.\r\n\r\nMoving forward in 2012:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ultrasun is in pre-production with a release      scheduled for the second quarter.</li>\r\n	<li>S.1858 which includes adding commercial solar pool      heating to the ITC has support of SEIA/Hotel-Motel industry/campgrounds.</li>\r\n	<li>Wind load approval.</li>\r\n	<li>2\" molded system hose.</li>\r\n	<li>Revisions of Lessons Learned for the Sales      Presentation</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor more information on any of the above meeting topics please do not hesitate to contact me directly! Thank you again to all that made the meetings this year, we appreciate your time and efforts.\r\n\r\nNow that 2011 has closed, I\'d like to congratulate two Master Dealers for achieving lifetime status.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Broward Solar</strong> - now a Gold Master Dealer for      life</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Tryon Pool Heating</strong> - now a Silver Master Dealer      for life</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nYou will see these changes reflected on this current report.  Again, congratulations to both of you and thank you for your business!\r\n\r\nBefore we get to the January numbers, you will be seeing the sales numbers in a slightly different format.  We have added two columns to the report to allow us all a quick comparison of monthly and Year-To-Date sales to 2011. The \"YTD 2011\" column will be cumulative to the progressing year.  I hope that you will find this a welcome change and an easy way for you to compare your sales from month-to-month and year-to-year.\r\n\r\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot with 266 collectors installed for January. What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team!  <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in 2nd for January with 210 collectors - way to go Mark!  And the 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists, NV</strong> with 89 collectors for January. Nice job Terry.\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 29 sales for January.  Congratulations Mark!  <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar is 2nd with 22 sales for January and <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar claims the #3 spot for the month with 16 sales.   Great job Scott and Bill, that is 38 total for Stilwell for the month, eight more than last year!\r\n\r\nBest to you all,\r\n\r\nMolly','January Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','592-revision-4','','','2012-03-26 19:42:04','2012-03-26 19:42:04','',592,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=596',0,'revision','',0),(597,3,'2012-03-26 19:43:45','2012-03-26 19:43:45','Whew - what a busy first part of the year!  We have already exhibited at the Atlantic City, Southeast, and Orlando Pool &amp; Spa Shows, and held two Master Dealer Kick-off meetings!  At the tradeshows we have seen a marked increase not only in number of attendees, but overall interest in solar pool heating.  A good sign indeed for the coming year!\n\nAfter two straight years of National Master Dealer Meetings, this year we held separate Eastern and Western Kick-off Meetings to give more of you an opportunity to attend. Thanks to all of  you who did - we appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedules. Your participation is an enormous asset to the success of these meetings!\n\nFor those unable to attend, here is a recap of the meeting topics...<!--more-->\n\nDave started off each meeting with an update and review of 2011\n<ul>\n	<li>Polar Bear Plunge - Last year      Rich Bonte and Ethan joined in the fun and Ethan even won 10 free      collectors for his company, Solar Living. This year we are offering 20      collectors for a first timer - the plunge is on Feb. 25th. The video of      one of last year\'s participants was priceless!</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>While other competitors and      their dealers have lost focus over the past few years, Aquatherm has      remained focused on our core competencies and had many accomplishments in      2011 including:\n<ul>\n	<li>First and only US solar       manufacturer to be ISO 9001:2008 registered.</li>\n	<li>Continued focus on efficiency       and quality control.</li>\n	<li>Launched the new SI site -       will be the model going forward.Continued our investment in re-tooling.</li>\n	<li>NSF-50 listing; now both 1       ½\" and 2\".</li>\n	<li>2\" dual durometer       couplers introduced - 30k in the field already.</li>\n	<li>Re-tooled 2\" VRV</li>\n	<li>Achieved CSA certification -       the strictest certification in North America</li>\n	<li>Exhibited at seven tradeshows       across the country</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\nDave also showed us the presentation he gave at November\'s Solar focus 2011 Conference in Washington, DC on open-loop vs. close loop systems for solar pool heating. Regardless of climate or whether the pool was indoor or outdoor, an unglazed system returned an investment in 4 to 7 seven years, compared to 17 to 23 years for a glazed collector system.\n\nKevin updated us on Engineering projects:\n<ul>\n	<li>ISO - What is it and what does it mean to you ?</li>\n	<li>ISO 9001 is an international standard that states      the requirements for a Quality Management System. It is published by the      International Standards Organization and is recognized around the world.\n<ul>\n	<li>ISO provides you additional       assurance that we are supplying you with quality goods and services</li>\n	<li>Every collector has       approximately 76 inspections during production</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Warranty Statistics\n<ul>\n	<li>Warranty data review shows       that total returns as a percentage of sales have decreased dramatically       since 2005 and the trend is continuing.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Aquatherm has completed an      online commercial survey form for use by all dealers.  From this      survey we can provide you with a DOE RSPEC Program analysis as well as      sizing and plumbing design. You can find this survey at <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURjcsQO1k8tRA-VAz6GCsOw55gghlAdBWp1HTA1HDMcVr2CWY2djLN5M7NMD6nQewwwAlyT7eDAnmyFiz7303VHqguxuOV4sTKjPOagP38fkVXsFsLey6an7OldMZcJIuG8=\" target=\"_blank\">www.aquathermindustries.com/survey</a></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>As part of the Eagle Claw™ Mounting      System we will soon be offering our patent-pending \"Snap Clip\"      mounting covers which will cover the stainless steel bracket for a uniform      black look on the roof, as well as protect the sealant.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>By pass Check Valve testing\n<ul>\n	<li>The purpose of this testing       was to find a check valve that could be installed in a high flow-rate       system as a by-pass so as not to exceed the maximum 10 gpm flow rating of       a collector.</li>\n	<li>This new single union check       valve will be available going forward and will ship with a ½ lb spring       for use as a system check valve, but will also include a 6lb spring for       single story by-pass applications and a 10lb spring for two-story       installations.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Aluminum Racking System\n<ul>\n	<li>We have been working with a       leading PV rack manufacturer to custom design a mounting rail to       accommodate Aquatherm mounting hardware that will be compatible with the       balance of their components.</li>\n	<li>Aquatherm is also working with       the same manufacturer for wind load approvals with engineering approval       for multiple states. The design will be compliant with the building       standard \"Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other       Structures\" (ASCE 7-10).</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Sun-Swim FR\n<ul>\n	<li>This will be a replacement       collector that matches the size and pressure drop of a Fafco collector.       This will allow you to replace a collector on a Fafco install without       affecting the hydraulics of the system.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\nSales &amp; Marketing Review\n<ul>\n	<li>New Industry Associations  - Aquatherm joined      two new Associations last year to continue to put our name in front of as      many opportunities as possible\n<ul>\n	<li>World Waterpark Association</li>\n	<li>Silver IPSAA Membership\n<ul>\n	<li>We have a list of all the        chapter President\'s names should you want to reach out to your local        chapter</li>\n	<li>Portal\n<ul>\n	<li>I walked everyone through         the portal again in \"real time\" to review the benefits and         information located in each section.</li>\n	<li>Located in the news section,         you can also find a <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109342884640&amp;s=1&amp;e=001Hyj7ONHcURj2-C8u5XoOjonZsU9PZFQ_Co0ICNsYvG_AJBWEaiIE9HNWzdqz5FgULlk1CGE5hKQlqVCZU4UlW-KQUw_xgkAhMsbxHuvYFR8lRfrDLC3uuQ-ZG2VLlqgL9Mbf30ThPgONuYO_kwT13599gtPPYU3V\" target=\"_blank\">Portal         Tutorial</a> to review the portal on your own time.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Dealer Survey Results\n<ul>\n	<li>In December, we conducted a       Dealer survey to get an understanding of the current residential and       commercial markets and drivers.  The overall feelings for the market       are positive with growth expected over the next five years.  We will       show the results on the portal for review.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>New Sales Presentation\n<ul>\n	<li>We walked through each slide       of the new sales presentation introduced in 2011.  There is a       webinar on the portal for each brand that reviews the sales presentation       for your review.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Warm-up CD\n<ul>\n	<li>Having a bad day?  Just       pop in our warm-up CD on the way to a sales call and experience a quick       13 minute review of the sales presentation to put you in the right       mindset.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Squareup.com\n<ul>\n	<li>Do you have a       Smartphone?  We showed everyone how you can now take credit card       payments using your Smartphone in the field.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.squareup.com\">www.squareup.com</a> to learn       more.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>QR Codes\n<ul>\n	<li>You see them everywhere -       including public restrooms these days.  QR codes can be added to any       piece of literature, clothing and even your trucks to take a potential       customer to your website, video, or a form to fill out to get more       information.  They are free to create  - visit <a href=\"http://www.qrstuff.com\">www.qrstuff.com</a> to create       your own.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Facebook\n<ul>\n	<li>Tag you\'re it!  Tagging       happy homeowners is just one of many ways to create exposure for your       business on Facebook.  We set one up at the meetings, but if you       don\'t have one and want help in creating one for your own business,       contact us for help and we would be happy to walk you through the       steps.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\nAt the Eastern Meeting, Richard Good gave us an overview of his new thermosiphon system for third-world markets using unglazed Sunlite collectors.\n\nBill Long also gave a presentation showing how he and Scott now use iPads during their presentations. Using an iPad connects with consumers who either already have one, or wish that they did.\n\nMoving forward in 2012:\n<ul>\n	<li>Ultrasun is in pre-production with a release      scheduled for the second quarter.</li>\n	<li>S.1858 which includes adding commercial solar pool      heating to the ITC has support of SEIA/Hotel-Motel industry/campgrounds.</li>\n	<li>Wind load approval.</li>\n	<li>2\" molded system hose.</li>\n	<li>Revisions of Lessons Learned for the Sales      Presentation</li>\n</ul>\nFor more information on any of the above meeting topics please do not hesitate to contact me directly! Thank you again to all that made the meetings this year, we appreciate your time and efforts.\n\nNow that 2011 has closed, I\'d like to congratulate two Master Dealers for achieving lifetime status.\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Broward Solar</strong> - now a Gold Master Dealer for      life</li>\n	<li><strong>Tryon Pool Heating</strong> - now a Silver Master Dealer      for life</li>\n</ul>\nYou will see these changes reflected on this current report.  Again, congratulations to both of you and thank you for your business!\n\nBefore we get to the January numbers, you will be seeing the sales numbers in a slightly different format.  We have added two columns to the report to allow us all a quick comparison of monthly and Year-To-Date sales to 2011. The \"YTD 2011\" column will be cumulative to the progressing year.  I hope that you will find this a welcome change and an easy way for you to compare your sales from month-to-month and year-to-year.\n\nCongratulations to <strong>Stilwell Solar, FL</strong> who claimed the top dealer spot with 266 collectors installed for January. What a fantastic month for Bill Long and his team!  <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists, CA</strong> came in 2nd for January with 210 collectors - way to go Mark!  And the 3rd place finish goes to <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists, NV</strong> with 89 collectors for January. Nice job Terry.\n\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 29 sales for January.  Congratulations Mark!  <strong>Bill Long</strong> from Stilwell Solar is 2nd with 22 sales for January and <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from Stilwell Solar claims the #3 spot for the month with 16 sales.   Great job Scott and Bill, that is 38 total for Stilwell for the month, eight more than last year!\n\nBest to you all,\n\nMolly','January Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','592-autosave','','','2012-03-26 19:43:45','2012-03-26 19:43:45','',592,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=597',0,'revision','',0),(598,3,'2012-03-26 19:47:15','2012-03-26 19:47:15','Last month Heliocol released a solar pool heating comparison sheet via their online dealer meeting and a subsequent email to their dealer base.  The sheet, which is attached, contains many false claims specifically against our Ecosun collector.  You can also find this same information on their newly revised website.\r\n\r\nIn response, we have created a point-by-counterpoint piece, which sheds light on the false claims made by Heliocol and describes in detail the truth about each product.\r\n\r\nUse the link below to download both the original Heliocol sheet and our counterpoint sheet.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109511654060&amp;s=1&amp;e=001xUp0UBM89UetqcbmfgJ59hvZS4Phf620MqGW4uuCLEFKq9wx8XDnPEau1nvQqnwa7jQy85V316cB8sUSFbEGIYLxkenMoDv0qdtWkCQwhHlfww5qxYksgviUFGHKuJnh8TbKmf12jMKhSgTZdunpenrGhEzwHOSatGiL4hBpPvNxiTCObUiLVb06waZiWo_Q\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol Comparison Sheet &amp; Aquatherm Counterpoint Sheet</a>\r\n\r\nThis is not intended to be a leave-behind for your consumer - we will be following up with a consumer-friendly comparison sheet on our website shortly.\r\n\r\nThough Heliocol did not specifically call-out the Solar Industries product in their comparison sheet, they did include a sneaky citation to <a href=\"http://www.solarindustries.com\">www.solarindustries.com</a> as a reference for their information on Ecosun - presumably to try to shed light on the Aquatherm/Solar Industries connection. For this reason, we are sending our counterpoint comparison sheet out to both Ecosun and SI Dealers.\r\n\r\nWe have already filed complaints with NSF and ISO for false and misleading statements.  We have also contacted SRCC regarding Heliocol\'s outdated testing data, and they will be addressing it shortly.\r\n\r\nShould you have any questions or would like to discuss this further please call me at 732-684-9353.\r\n\r\nMolly','Aquatherm Responds to Heliocol \"Fact\" Sheet','','publish','open','open','','aquatherm-responds-to-heliocol-fact-sheet','','','2012-04-05 19:30:10','2012-04-05 19:30:10','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=598',0,'post','',0),(599,3,'2012-03-26 19:46:30','2012-03-26 19:46:30','Last month Heliocol released a solar pool heating comparison sheet via their online dealer meeting and a subsequent email to their dealer base.  The sheet, which is attached, contains many false claims specifically against our Ecosun collector.  You can also find this same information on their newly revised website.\n\nIn response, we have created a point-by-counterpoint piece, which sheds light on the false claims made by Heliocol and describes in detail the truth about each product.\n\nUse the link below to download both the original Heliocol sheet and our counterpoint sheet.\n\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109511654060&amp;s=1&amp;e=001xUp0UBM89UetqcbmfgJ59hvZS4Phf620MqGW4uuCLEFKq9wx8XDnPEau1nvQqnwa7jQy85V316cB8sUSFbEGIYLxkenMoDv0qdtWkCQwhHlfww5qxYksgviUFGHKuJnh8TbKmf12jMKhSgTZdunpenrGhEzwHOSatGiL4hBpPvNxiTCObUiLVb06waZiWo_Q\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol Comparison Sheet &amp; Aquatherm Counterpoint Sheet</a>\n\nThis is not intended to be a leave-behind for your consumer - we will be following up with a consumer-friendly comparison sheet on our website shortly.\n\nThough Heliocol did not specifically call-out the Solar Industries product in their comparison sheet, they did include a sneaky citation to <a href=\"http://www.solarindustries.com\">www.solarindustries.com</a> as a reference for their information on Ecosun - presumably to try to shed light on the Aquatherm/Solar Industries connection. For this reason, we are sending our counterpoint comparison sheet out to both Ecosun and SI Dealers.\n\nWe have already filed complaints with NSF and ISO for false and misleading statements.  We have also contacted SRCC regarding Heliocol\'s outdated testing data, and they will be addressing it shortly.\n\nShould you have any questions or would like to discuss this further please call me at 732-684-9353.\n\n&nbsp;','Aquatherm Responds to Heliocol \"Fact\" Sheet','','inherit','open','open','','598-revision','','','2012-03-26 19:46:30','2012-03-26 19:46:30','',598,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=599',0,'revision','',0),(600,3,'2012-03-26 19:46:37','2012-03-26 19:46:37','Last month Heliocol released a solar pool heating comparison sheet via their online dealer meeting and a subsequent email to their dealer base.  The sheet, which is attached, contains many false claims specifically against our Ecosun collector.  You can also find this same information on their newly revised website.\r\n\r\nIn response, we have created a point-by-counterpoint piece, which sheds light on the false claims made by Heliocol and describes in detail the truth about each product.\r\n\r\nUse the link below to download both the original Heliocol sheet and our counterpoint sheet.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109511654060&amp;s=1&amp;e=001xUp0UBM89UetqcbmfgJ59hvZS4Phf620MqGW4uuCLEFKq9wx8XDnPEau1nvQqnwa7jQy85V316cB8sUSFbEGIYLxkenMoDv0qdtWkCQwhHlfww5qxYksgviUFGHKuJnh8TbKmf12jMKhSgTZdunpenrGhEzwHOSatGiL4hBpPvNxiTCObUiLVb06waZiWo_Q\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol Comparison Sheet &amp; Aquatherm Counterpoint Sheet</a>\r\n\r\nThis is not intended to be a leave-behind for your consumer - we will be following up with a consumer-friendly comparison sheet on our website shortly.\r\n\r\nThough Heliocol did not specifically call-out the Solar Industries product in their comparison sheet, they did include a sneaky citation to <a href=\"http://www.solarindustries.com\">www.solarindustries.com</a> as a reference for their information on Ecosun - presumably to try to shed light on the Aquatherm/Solar Industries connection. For this reason, we are sending our counterpoint comparison sheet out to both Ecosun and SI Dealers.\r\n\r\nWe have already filed complaints with NSF and ISO for false and misleading statements.  We have also contacted SRCC regarding Heliocol\'s outdated testing data, and they will be addressing it shortly.\r\n\r\nShould you have any questions or would like to discuss this further please call me at 732-684-9353.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Aquatherm Responds to Heliocol \"Fact\" Sheet','','inherit','open','open','','598-revision-2','','','2012-03-26 19:46:37','2012-03-26 19:46:37','',598,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=600',0,'revision','',0),(602,3,'2012-03-30 16:06:53','2012-03-30 16:06:53','','Heliocol SRCC 2012','','inherit','open','open','','heliocol-srcc-2012','','','2012-03-30 16:06:53','2012-03-30 16:06:53','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-2012.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(603,3,'2012-03-30 16:08:25','2012-03-30 16:08:25','','Heliocol SRCC Screenshot','','inherit','open','open','','heliocol-srcc-screenshot','','','2012-03-30 16:08:25','2012-03-30 16:08:25','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-Screenshot.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(604,3,'2012-04-03 15:26:13','2012-04-03 15:26:13','As most of you know, each year Aquatherm Industries participates in the Polar Bear Plunge.  The PBP is a fundraising event for the New Jersey Special Olympics with more than 5000 participants each year “plunging” into the freezing Atlantic Ocean every February.  Last year, Dave announced at the National Dealer Meeting he would offer up ten collectors to anyone who could stay in the water as long as he could.  Ethan Horvitz and Rich Bonte took that challenge and Ethan walked away with ten collectors.  But wait – there’s more…\r\n\r\nThis year, Dave upped the ante! He offered 20 collectors to any first timer who could brave the water with him on February 25<sup>th</sup>.  At first there was just a little rumbling and poking at each other, but then I got the call.  Out of the blue, just days before the plunge, Matt Mitera from Tenco Solar was calling to get more information.  Now, for those of you who don’t know, Matt lives in Southern California and the Plunge takes place in New Jersey – a 2,500 mile trek.  I told Matt all of the details, but really didn’t think another thing of it… until the morning of the plunge.  I got a text from Dave saying he just heard from Matt and he was just an hour away from meeting them.  Matt had taken a red-eye into Philly and was driving to Seaside Heights to make the event!\r\n\r\nThe air and water temperatures were both 42 degrees, but there were 40 mph winds and snow showers.  Matt showed up with a towel, wearing his 2012 Dealer Meeting tee-shirt, board shorts and water shoes.  He took the plunge with the group, but could this warm water surfer make it through?  Matt took to the water with Dave and went the distance – amazing!  In the words of Matt, “I thought it over and realized, it’s just one day of your life – I’ll do anything for a day.”  Thank you Matt, for taking this challenge in the spirit of which it was intended.  Oh, and your 20 collectors are on their way – congratulations!\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_591\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Team Aquatherm with Matt and his new Polar Bear Plunge sweatshirt.\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/PolarBearPlunge.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-591\" title=\"PolarBearPlunge\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/PolarBearPlunge-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nNow for the February numbers.  Congratulations to<strong> Stilwell Solar </strong>for claiming the top spot for February with 385 collectors! Way to go Bill and Scott – what a month! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 273 collectors for the month.  Great job Mark! <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> finished with 191 collectors installed for the month for 3<sup>rd</sup> place.  A job well done to Terry!\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 37 sales for February.  Nice job Mark! <strong>Bill Long</strong> from<strong> Stilwell Solar </strong>is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 34 sales for February – that’s 9 more than the same month last year.  Fabulous job Bill! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> takes the no.  3 spot for the month with 21 sales.  Great job Scott and Bill, combined together with January, Stilwell Solar has a total of 93 sales YTD!  FANTASTIC!!\r\n\r\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the World Renewable Energy Forum (formerly ASES) in Denver, Colorado in May.  The dates of the show are May 15 - 17 and we will be in booth 1016.  We hope to see some of you there!\r\n\r\nBest,\r\n\r\nMolly\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','February Sales Memo','','publish','open','open','','february-sales-memo','','','2012-11-09 20:51:24','2012-11-09 20:51:24','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=604',0,'post','',0),(605,3,'2012-04-03 15:24:29','2012-04-03 15:24:29','','February Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','604-revision','','','2012-04-03 15:24:29','2012-04-03 15:24:29','',604,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=605',0,'revision','',0),(606,3,'2012-04-03 15:27:17','2012-04-03 15:27:17','As most of you know, each year Aquatherm Industries participates in the Polar Bear Plunge.  The PBP is a fundraising event for the New Jersey Special Olympics with more than 5000 participants each year “plunging” into the freezing Atlantic Ocean every February.  Last year, Dave announced at the National Dealer Meeting he would offer up ten collectors to anyone who could stay in the water as long as he could.  Ethan Horvitz and Rich Bonte took that challenge and Ethan walked away with ten collectors.  But wait – there’s more…\n\nThis year, Dave upped the ante! He offered 20 collectors to any first timer who could brave the water with him on February 25<sup>th</sup>.  At first there was just a little rumbling and poking at each other, but then I got the call.  Out of the blue, just days before the plunge, Matt Mitera from Tenco Solar was calling to get more information.  Now, for those of you who don’t know, Matt lives in Southern California and the Plunge takes place in New Jersey – a 2,500 mile trek.  I told Matt all of the details, but really didn’t think another thing of it… until the morning of the plunge.  I got a text from Dave saying he just heard from Matt and he was just an hour away from meeting them.  Matt had taken a red-eye into Philly and was driving to Seaside Heights to make the event!\n\nThe air and water temperatures were both 42 degrees, but there were 40 mph winds and snow showers.  Matt showed up with a towel, wearing his 2012 Dealer Meeting tee-shirt, board shorts and water shoes.  He took the plunge with the group, but could this warm water surfer make it through?  Matt took to the water with Dave and went the distance – amazing!  In the words of Matt, “I thought it over and realized, it’s just one day of your life – I’ll do anything for a day.”  Thank you Matt, for taking this challenge in the spirit of which it was intended.  Oh, and your 20 collectors are on their way – congratulations!\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_591\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Team Aquatherm with Matt and his new Polar Bear Plunge sweatshirt.\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/PolarBearPlunge.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-591\" title=\"PolarBearPlunge\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/PolarBearPlunge-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nNow for the February numbers.  Congratulations to<strong> Stilwell Solar </strong>for claiming the top spot for February with 385 collectors! Way to go Bill and Scott – what a month! <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 273 collectors for the month.  Great job Mark! <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> finished with 191 collectors installed for the month for 3<sup>rd</sup> place.  A job well done to Terry!\n\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 37 sales for February.  Nice job Mark! <strong>Bill Long</strong> from<strong> Stilwell Solar </strong>is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 34 sales for February – that’s 9 more than the same month last year.  Fabulous job Bill! <strong>Scott Bologna</strong> from <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> takes the no.  3 spot for the month with 21 sales.  Great job Scott and Bill, combined together with January, Stilwell Solar has a total of 93 sales YTD!  FANTASTIC!!\n\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the World Renewable Energy Forum (formerly ASES) in Denver, Colorado in May.  The dates of the show are May 15 - 17 and we will be in booth 1016.  We hope to see some of you there!\n\nBest,\n\nMolly\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','February Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','604-autosave','','','2012-04-03 15:27:17','2012-04-03 15:27:17','',604,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=606',0,'revision','',0),(608,3,'2011-10-13 23:56:46','2011-10-13 23:56:46','Aquatherm is pleased to announce that we are now an approved Silver Associate Member of the Independent Pool and Spa Service Association. With almost 4000 members nationwide, IPSSA offers many benefits including educational events, local chapter meetings, discount advantages and networking opportunities. We have a list of the Chapter Presidents and have been contacting them to set up presentation opportunities for the dealer network. These meetings will give you access to many of the service businesses in your area for relationship building and future solar pool heating referral opportunities.\r\n\r\nThe Independent Pool and Spa Service Association, Inc promotes the mutual professional benefit and growth of its members and for the continued improvement of the pool and spa industry.\r\n\r\nFor more information on how you can apply to become a member, visit <a href=\"http://www.ipssa.com/\">www.ipssa.com</a> or contact me for more information on how to get in touch with your local chapter.\r\n\r\n  <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/LogocolorIPSSA.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-473 alignleft\" title=\"LogocolorIPSSA\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/LogocolorIPSSA-300x283.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"283\" /></a>','Aquatherm Announces Silver Membership to IPSSA','','inherit','open','open','','472-revision-3','','','2011-10-13 23:56:46','2011-10-13 23:56:46','',472,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=608',0,'revision','',0),(609,3,'2011-08-30 17:16:28','2011-08-30 17:16:28','Our all-stainless steel mounting hardware has been giving us a competitive edge for 35 years. While other manufacturers have tried to duplicate it, they have always returned to a less-expensive plastic mounting bracket. One perceived advantage that our competitors do use against us though is that some of the plastic designs cover the mounting screw and sealant. Well soon, there will be no need to have to defend against that.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_328\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Click to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/30340-1-Revised.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-328 \" title=\"30340-1 - Sheet1\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/30340-1-Revised-300x231.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"231\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nWe think that we’ve come up with the best of both worlds – a plastic base and cover that incorporate our stainless steel brackets. In fact, it’s such a unique idea that we’ve applied for a patent on it.\r\n\r\nThe base of each cover is hollowed out and provides a larger area for sealant. When closed, the cover protects the sealant from the sun and elements while making for a more aesthetically pleasing installation.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_329\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Click to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/30340-2-Revised.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-329 \" title=\"30340-2 - Sheet1\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/30340-2-Revised-300x231.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"231\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe cover for the Outlet Header Bracket is also designed to accept our Aluminum Outlet Header Clamps as well.\r\n\r\nThe tooling has been ordered and we expect to begin in-house production by the end of October.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','New Patent-Pending Mounting Accessory','','inherit','open','open','','327-revision-12','','','2011-08-30 17:16:28','2011-08-30 17:16:28','',327,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=609',0,'revision','',0),(610,3,'2011-06-29 17:54:58','2011-06-29 17:54:58','<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The much-anticipated 2” molded dual-durometer Collector Connector Hose, pt. no. 60690-2 finally began shipping two weeks ago and by now they are making their way into your hands and onto installations. While it took longer than expected and we appreciate your patience, we wanted nothing less than a home-run with this product. The performance of the 1 ½” version has been stellar and along the way we learned even more about the design, tweaked it some and incorporated those changes into the 2” design. Don’t expect us to rest on our laurels though; we want to make these hoses the best they can be so you can count on them every time. Plus, we still have the 2” System Connector Hose to address. Expect an introduction early next year.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">And don’t forget to take these hoses into your sales presentation. When your competitor is saying “radiator hose,\" you can set yourself above them with our dual-durometer technology <strong>specifically made for the product you’re selling,</strong> with UV and chemical resistance and not for under the hood of a car.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Some more good news, but also some bad news. Good news - sales for the first half of the year, especially the second quarter have been outstanding. The bad news, because of the good news – we have exhausted our inventories of the 1 ½” Aluminum Header Clamp, pt. no. 10117-1 which in turn resulted in a run on the 1 ½”Aluminum Header Bracket, pt no. 30171-1, which was scheduled to be retired in favor of the new glass-filed PP Eagle Claw Clamp. Lead times of 10 – 12 weeks are not uncommon for aluminum extrusions, but have been made worse by a recovering economy in which business are slow to hire back workers. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, but are working with the mill to expedite our orders and will of course, keep you informed.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_154\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"485\" caption=\"&quot;Eagle Claw&quot; Glass-filled Polypropylene Universal Header Clamp\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/GFPP.png\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-154\" title=\"GFPP\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/GFPP.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"485\" height=\"410\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the interim, we have plenty of the universal 1 ½” / 2\" GF PP Eagle Claw Clamps (above) in stock and can always make more. The pt. nos. are 10121 individually and 12141 in boxes of 25, including screws. To make this blow a little softer, effective immediately we are <strong>temporarily reducing the list price</strong> to match that of the 30171-1 aluminum clamps. List pricing will be $8.00 individually for the 10121 and $180.00 for a box of 25, including screws.</p>','Product News: 2\" Molded Couplers & Aluminum Header Clamp','','inherit','open','open','','142-revision-12','','','2011-06-29 17:54:58','2011-06-29 17:54:58','',142,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=610',0,'revision','',0),(611,3,'2011-06-21 15:11:09','2011-06-21 15:11:09','Aquatherm is announcing our first \"PPP\" Photo Contest! We are always looking for great installation photos to add to our marketing efforts, websites, and dealer requests. So what\'s the \"PPP\" stand for? They\'re what make the best pictures - Panels, Pools and People. From now until the end of July we are asking that you submit your best installation photos past and present included. What\'s in it for you?\n \nAquatherm will pick the top ten photos and will award the following prizes:\n\n•   1st - 5th place photos will receive an easy-to-use Flip Camera to be able to capture video of your systems to show your customers, post on your website, or even upload to YouTube.\n\n•   6th - 10th place photos will receive a free 4\' x 12\' panel.\n\n \nThe contest ends July 30th so start looking through your best pictures or start clicking now! We will accept a hard-copy mailed photo or a digital version (300 dpi resolution or greater please) emailed to us. Winners will be announced on August 6, 2011. We look forward to seeing some great installation photos and know how hard it will be to pick the top 10.\n','\"PPP\" Photo Contest','','inherit','open','open','','128-revision-2','','','2011-06-21 15:11:09','2011-06-21 15:11:09','',128,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=611',0,'revision','',0),(647,3,'2012-04-13 14:46:02','2012-04-13 14:46:02','<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><em>Update: Thanks to Brent Gunderson of Gen-Con for the additional photos below the original post. </em></span>\r\n\r\nHow does it go?  \"A rolling stone gathers no moss\"?  While that may be true of rolling stones, it is certainly not true of this former Heliocol customer\'s rooftop.\r\n\r\nIf you\'re up against a Heliocol bid, you may want to show this to your potential and explain that <strong>\"In order to grow, moss needs sunlight.  Heliocol\'s loose-tube design allows sunlight to pass through, and while that may help to grow moss, it definitely does not help to heat your pool.\"</strong>\r\n\r\nIf you have any photos of competitive systems gone wild, feel free to send them over to Dave, Molly, or myself, and we will post them to the Portal to share with the rest of the Network.\r\n\r\nThanks to Tom Lane of ECS Solar for sending this one in...<!--more-->\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_648\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-648\" title=\"Heliocol Moss\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_655\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-GenCon-3.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-655\" title=\"Heliocol GenCon 3\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-GenCon-3-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_656\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Garden-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-656\" title=\"Heliocol Garden 1\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Garden-1-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_658\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Garden-11.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-658\" title=\"Heliocol Garden 1\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Garden-11-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_659\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Garden-3.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-659\" title=\"Heliocol Garden 3\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Garden-3-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_657\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-GenCon-2.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-657\" title=\"Heliocol GenCon 2\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-GenCon-2-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" /></a>[/caption]','Heliocol \"After\" Photo - Moss Garden','','publish','open','open','','heliocol-after-photo-moss-garden','','','2012-04-13 20:17:30','2012-04-13 20:17:30','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=647',0,'post','',0),(614,2,'2012-04-05 16:13:09','2012-04-05 16:13:09','Just a reminder that Aquatherm Industries will be closed tomorrow, April 6th and will reopen on Monday, April 9th.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Reminder: Aquatherm Closed this Friday, April 6th','','publish','open','open','','reminder-aquatherm-closed-this-friday-april-6th','','','2012-11-09 20:51:14','2012-11-09 20:51:14','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=614',0,'post','',0),(615,2,'2012-04-05 16:11:23','2012-04-05 16:11:23','Just a reminder that Aquatherm Industries will be closed tomorrow, April 6th and will reopen on Monday, April 9th.\n\nShould you have any questions please don\'t hesitate to call me and I will be happy to assist you.','Reminder: Aquatherm Closed this Friday, April 6th','','inherit','open','open','','614-revision','','','2012-04-05 16:11:23','2012-04-05 16:11:23','',614,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=615',0,'revision','',0),(677,2,'2012-05-08 22:32:07','2012-05-08 22:32:07','Click here to download the specification sheet for frameless collectors <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Spec-Sheet-Framless-Collectors.pdf\">Spec Sheet Framless Collectors</a>','Technosolis Specification Sheet - Frameless Collectors','','publish','open','open','','technosolis-specification-sheet-frameless-collectors','','','2012-05-08 22:32:07','2012-05-08 22:32:07','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=677',0,'post','',0),(675,3,'2012-05-07 20:42:53','2012-05-07 20:42:53','','ES HC SRCC','','inherit','open','open','','es-hc-srcc','','','2012-05-07 20:42:53','2012-05-07 20:42:53','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/ES-HC-SRCC.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(618,3,'2011-05-13 20:30:11','2011-05-13 20:30:11','<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/nsf-gmp.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-112\" title=\"nsf-gmp\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/nsf-gmp-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Last November after Aquatherm announced its first NSF-50 Certification, UMA Solar began falsely announcing in press releases that their “Heliocol, MAXG and SunStar solar collectors were the only plastic polymer panels qualified for potable (drinking) water applications as per NSF-61.”\r\n\r\nNSF subsequently sent UMA Solar a cease and desist letter, but that has not appeared to stop additional announcements as well as a continued proliferation of their releases on the web. If you search UMA Solar + NSF-61, Google shows nearly 600,000 results.<strong> Earlier this week NSF posted on its website that UMA Solar / Helicol does not in fact have NSF Certification and is issuing misleading comments by implying that they do. </strong>We are furnishing you with a link to their website and a letter from NSF dated May 3 stating that Aquatherm is currently the only solar water heating device to be NSF Certified.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.nsf.org/regulatory/newsroom/cea.asp\" target=\"_blank\">NSF Regulatory Website</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/110503-Aquatherm-NSF-50-Listing-Confirmation-Signed-Letter.pdf\">Aquatherm NSF-50 Listing Confirmation Signed Letter</a> (PDF; Right-click, Save Link/Target As)\r\n\r\n<strong>We believe this ongoing action by UMA Solar is fraudulent, misleading and potentially damaging to Aquatherm, its customers and the general public</strong>. Should you or one of your potential customers be presented by a UMA / Helicol / Sun Star dealer either verbally or in writing any reference to an NSF Certification, please immediately contact us.','UMA Solar (Heliocol, MAXG & SunStar) Falsify NSF Claims','','inherit','open','open','','104-revision-14','','','2011-05-13 20:30:11','2011-05-13 20:30:11','',104,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=618',0,'revision','',0),(619,3,'2011-07-01 18:38:33','2011-07-01 18:38:33','If you sell against Heliocol or SunStar, this letter is a must-have sales tool!\r\n\r\nEven in the face of regulatory action from NSF International, UMA Solar continues to claim NSF-61 on its Heliocol and SunStar products.  While UMA\'s <em>material supplier</em> does, in fact, have an NSF certification on their unprocessed resin, the finished product does not.\r\n\r\nNSF International has provided Aquatherm and its Dealers with a letter, specifically naming our products as the ONLY NSF-certified solar pool heaters.\r\n<blockquote>\"I am writing to verify that as of today’s date the Aquatherm 3.8-cm and 1.5-inch Ecolite and Sunlite, 1.5-inch and 2-inch Ecolite, Sunlite, Ecosun, SI, Sun-Swim, Sun-Swim Plus, and UltraSwim passive radiant solar water heaters (polymer panels and connector fittings) are currently the only solar water heating devices to be NSF Certified to any NSF Standard (such as NSF 50, NSF 61, etc.).\"</blockquote>\r\nNSF\'s full letter can be downloaded as a PDF <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/NSF-Listing-Letter-6.30.11.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.\r\n\r\nWe urge you to use this great sales advantage while it is still available to us!\r\n\r\nWarmest Regards,\r\n\r\nDan Sizelove\r\nMarketing Coordinator\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','NSF Letter Addresses False UMA NSF-61 Claims','','inherit','open','open','','170-revision-9','','','2011-07-01 18:38:33','2011-07-01 18:38:33','',170,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=619',0,'revision','',0),(620,3,'2012-03-26 19:47:15','2012-03-26 19:47:15','Last month Heliocol released a solar pool heating comparison sheet via their online dealer meeting and a subsequent email to their dealer base.  The sheet, which is attached, contains many false claims specifically against our Ecosun collector.  You can also find this same information on their newly revised website.\r\n\r\nIn response, we have created a point-by-counterpoint piece, which sheds light on the false claims made by Heliocol and describes in detail the truth about each product.\r\n\r\nUse the link below to download both the original Heliocol sheet and our counterpoint sheet.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109511654060&amp;s=1&amp;e=001xUp0UBM89UetqcbmfgJ59hvZS4Phf620MqGW4uuCLEFKq9wx8XDnPEau1nvQqnwa7jQy85V316cB8sUSFbEGIYLxkenMoDv0qdtWkCQwhHlfww5qxYksgviUFGHKuJnh8TbKmf12jMKhSgTZdunpenrGhEzwHOSatGiL4hBpPvNxiTCObUiLVb06waZiWo_Q\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol Comparison Sheet &amp; Aquatherm Counterpoint Sheet</a>\r\n\r\nThis is not intended to be a leave-behind for your consumer - we will be following up with a consumer-friendly comparison sheet on our website shortly.\r\n\r\nThough Heliocol did not specifically call-out the Solar Industries product in their comparison sheet, they did include a sneaky citation to <a href=\"http://www.solarindustries.com\">www.solarindustries.com</a> as a reference for their information on Ecosun - presumably to try to shed light on the Aquatherm/Solar Industries connection. For this reason, we are sending our counterpoint comparison sheet out to both Ecosun and SI Dealers.\r\n\r\nWe have already filed complaints with NSF and ISO for false and misleading statements.  We have also contacted SRCC regarding Heliocol\'s outdated testing data, and they will be addressing it shortly.\r\n\r\nShould you have any questions or would like to discuss this further please call me at 732-684-9353.\r\n\r\nMolly','Aquatherm Responds to Heliocol \"Fact\" Sheet','','inherit','open','open','','598-revision-3','','','2012-03-26 19:47:15','2012-03-26 19:47:15','',598,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=620',0,'revision','',0),(621,3,'2012-04-05 20:11:16','2012-04-05 20:11:16','It\'s now easy to see why Heliocol rushed to get out their <strong>\"2012 Solar Pool Heating Comparison Sheet\"</strong> last month. In building our response to the comparison sheet, we discovered that the test data Heliocol used was outdated and we reported that fact to SRCC. They responded that while Helicol had been retested, the publishing of their new ratings had been delayed due to \"unforeseen circumstances.\"\r\n\r\nPerhaps those \"unforeseen circumstances\" were that <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol\'s new ratings</a> have dropped significantly! The reason is something we\'ve known all along - the Heliocol collector was initially designed as an in-tank heat exchanger to LOSE heat, and because of their loose-tube design the collector is extremely susceptible to losses from wind.<!--more-->\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"564\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\"><img class=\" \" title=\"Heliocol new SRCC ratings\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-Screenshot.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"564\" height=\"852\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nPrevious to the new ISO 9806-3 testing procedures, the industry relied on the ASHRAE 96-80 test standard; an outdoor test which allowed for wind speeds of up to 3 mph. If you were lucky enough to test on a day with no wind, you got a great rating. If you were tested on a slightly windy day, your ratings suffered. Heliocol\'s prior SRCC and current FSEC certification are based on an indoor test to the ASHRAE standard. In other words, there was no allowance for wind and re-radiation to the atmosphere. Both SRCC and FSEC accepted this test, but FSEC applied a \"fudge-factor\" to account for re-radiation and wind. The new ISO test procedure addresses wind speed by exposing the collector to three different wind speeds during the course of testing. As noted on their new SRCC Certification, the performance equations are based only on the low wind data. The rating matrix is based on all of the test data.\r\nAs we pointed out in our response, Heliocol was using a Category \"A\" (minus 9 degrees), on a 2,000 BTU day to establish collector performance. The actual ratings of Aquatherm products and Heliocol across category A are nearly identical. The example we used to represent category A is an 85 degree pool, with a 94 degree outside temperature. Heliocol delivers slightly more heat, <strong>when heat is needed the least</strong>. Heliocol\'s new rating in this category still dropped about 5%.\r\n\r\nCategory \"B\" (plus 9 degrees) is where the new test ratings really show a difference. The example we give here is an 85 degree pool with an outside temperature of 76 degrees. Heliocol\'s rating dropped to .7 compared to Aquatherm products at 1.3. In other words, when your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Aquatherm Products are <strong>86% more efficient than Heliocol</strong>! And at Category B, on a 1,000 BTU day, Aquatherm products <strong>outperform Heliocol by 250%</strong>.\r\n\r\nCategory \"C\" (plus 36 degrees) represents the very end points of the season; heating a pool to 85 degrees when the outside air temperature is 49 degrees. In this category, Heliocol has absolutely no rating - <strong>zero BTU\'s</strong>.\r\n\r\n<strong>When your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Heliocol performs the worst.</strong>\r\n\r\nWe\'re currently working on a consumer-friendly version of this, but in the meantime, we felt this information, though perhaps difficult to explain to the average consumer, was just too valuable to hold back on.\r\n\r\nGood luck and good selling!\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove\r\n\r\nPresident &amp; CEO\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Heliocol Receives New SRCC Ratings','','publish','open','open','','heliocol-receives-new-srcc-ratings','','','2012-04-11 19:21:05','2012-04-11 19:21:05','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=621',0,'post','',0),(622,3,'2012-04-05 19:31:37','2012-04-05 19:31:37','It\'s now easy to see why Heliocol rushed to get out their <strong>\"2012 Solar Pool Heating Comparison Sheet\"</strong> last month. In building our response to the comparison sheet, we discovered that the test data Heliocol used was outdated and we reported that fact to SRCC. They responded that while Helicol had been retested, the publishing of their new ratings had been delayed due to \"unforeseen circumstances.\"\n\nPerhaps those \"unforeseen circumstances\" were that <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol\'s new ratings</a> have dropped significantly! The reason is something we\'ve known all along - the Heliocol collector was initially designed as an in-tank heat exchanger to LOSE heat, and because of their loose-tube design the collector is extremely susceptible to losses from wind.\n<table width=\"150\" align=\"center\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"150\"><a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3mDvE0K9uOqub5pFghds5w7F-LslDIG4JcqO-TWdnHYvLGIENSbQpykJWMn2uWk8f150wfuzyEP4q6msS-53lcxaC8Nvxj1A6p3hevbYRsPDrFb7KB2je1XqwKd3xziTGuCbIGuRgWsZ5QNMOvm59xGfljjmAVMbp\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https://ui.constantcontact.com/rnavmap/tip/dispatcher?origImg=http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-Screenshot.png\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"226\" /></a></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Click to view larger/save/print.</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\nPrevious to the new ISO 9806-3 testing procedures, the industry relied on the ASHRAE 96-80 test standard; an outdoor test which allowed for wind speeds of up to 3 mph. If you were lucky enough to test on a day with no wind, you got a great rating. If you were tested on a slightly windy day, your ratings suffered. Heliocol\'s prior SRCC and current FSEC certification are based on an indoor test to the ASHRAE standard. In other words, there was no allowance for wind and re-radiation to the atmosphere. Both SRCC and FSEC accepted this test, but FSEC applied a \"fudge-factor\" to account for re-radiation and wind. The new ISO test procedure addresses wind speed by exposing the collector to three different wind speeds during the course of testing. As noted on their new SRCC Certification, the performance equations are based only on the low wind data. The rating matrix is based on all of the test data.\nAs we pointed out in our response, Heliocol was using a Category \"A\" (minus 9 degrees), on a 2,000 BTU day to establish collector performance. The actual ratings of Aquatherm products and Heliocol across category A are nearly identical. The example we used to represent category A is an 85 degree pool, with a 94 degree outside temperature. Heliocol delivers slightly more heat, <strong>when heat is needed the least</strong>. Heliocol\'s new rating in this category still dropped about 5%.\n\nCategory \"B\" (plus 9 degrees) is where the new test ratings really show a difference. The example we give here is an 85 degree pool with an outside temperature of 76 degrees. Heliocol\'s rating dropped to .7 compared to Aquatherm products at 1.3. In other words, when your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Aquatherm Products are <strong>86% more efficient than Heliocol</strong>! And at Category B, on a 1,000 BTU day, Aquatherm products <strong>outperform Heliocol by 250%</strong>.\n\nCategory \"C\" (plus 36 degrees) represents the very end points of the season; heating a pool to 85 degrees when the outside air temperature is 49 degrees. In this category, Heliocol has absolutely no rating - <strong>zero BTU\'s</strong>.\n\n&nbsp;\n<div><strong>When your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Heliocol performs the worst.</strong></div>\nWe\'re currently working on a consumer-friendly version of this, but in the meantime, we felt this information, though perhaps difficult to explain to the average consumer, was just too valuable to hold back on.\n\nGood luck and good selling!\n\nDave Sizelove\n\nPresident &amp; CEO\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','Heliocol Receives New SRCC Ratings','','inherit','open','open','','621-revision','','','2012-04-05 19:31:37','2012-04-05 19:31:37','',621,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=622',0,'revision','',0),(623,3,'2012-04-05 19:32:37','2012-04-05 19:32:37','It\'s now easy to see why Heliocol rushed to get out their <strong>\"2012 Solar Pool Heating Comparison Sheet\"</strong> last month. In building our response to the comparison sheet, we discovered that the test data Heliocol used was outdated and we reported that fact to SRCC. They responded that while Helicol had been retested, the publishing of their new ratings had been delayed due to \"unforeseen circumstances.\"\n\nPerhaps those \"unforeseen circumstances\" were that <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol\'s new ratings</a> have dropped significantly! The reason is something we\'ve known all along - the Heliocol collector was initially designed as an in-tank heat exchanger to LOSE heat, and because of their loose-tube design the collector is extremely susceptible to losses from wind.\n<table width=\"150\" align=\"center\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"150\"><a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3mDvE0K9uOqub5pFghds5w7F-LslDIG4JcqO-TWdnHYvLGIENSbQpykJWMn2uWk8f150wfuzyEP4q6msS-53lcxaC8Nvxj1A6p3hevbYRsPDrFb7KB2je1XqwKd3xziTGuCbIGuRgWsZ5QNMOvm59xGfljjmAVMbp\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https://ui.constantcontact.com/rnavmap/tip/dispatcher?origImg=http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-Screenshot.png\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"226\" /></a></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Click to view larger/save/print.</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\nPrevious to the new ISO 9806-3 testing procedures, the industry relied on the ASHRAE 96-80 test standard; an outdoor test which allowed for wind speeds of up to 3 mph. If you were lucky enough to test on a day with no wind, you got a great rating. If you were tested on a slightly windy day, your ratings suffered. Heliocol\'s prior SRCC and current FSEC certification are based on an indoor test to the ASHRAE standard. In other words, there was no allowance for wind and re-radiation to the atmosphere. Both SRCC and FSEC accepted this test, but FSEC applied a \"fudge-factor\" to account for re-radiation and wind. The new ISO test procedure addresses wind speed by exposing the collector to three different wind speeds during the course of testing. As noted on their new SRCC Certification, the performance equations are based only on the low wind data. The rating matrix is based on all of the test data.\nAs we pointed out in our response, Heliocol was using a Category \"A\" (minus 9 degrees), on a 2,000 BTU day to establish collector performance. The actual ratings of Aquatherm products and Heliocol across category A are nearly identical. The example we used to represent category A is an 85 degree pool, with a 94 degree outside temperature. Heliocol delivers slightly more heat, <strong>when heat is needed the least</strong>. Heliocol\'s new rating in this category still dropped about 5%.\n\nCategory \"B\" (plus 9 degrees) is where the new test ratings really show a difference. The example we give here is an 85 degree pool with an outside temperature of 76 degrees. Heliocol\'s rating dropped to .7 compared to Aquatherm products at 1.3. In other words, when your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Aquatherm Products are <strong>86% more efficient than Heliocol</strong>! And at Category B, on a 1,000 BTU day, Aquatherm products <strong>outperform Heliocol by 250%</strong>.\n\nCategory \"C\" (plus 36 degrees) represents the very end points of the season; heating a pool to 85 degrees when the outside air temperature is 49 degrees. In this category, Heliocol has absolutely no rating - <strong>zero BTU\'s</strong>.\n\n<strong>When your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Heliocol performs the worst.</strong>\n\nWe\'re currently working on a consumer-friendly version of this, but in the meantime, we felt this information, though perhaps difficult to explain to the average consumer, was just too valuable to hold back on.\n\nGood luck and good selling!\n\nDave Sizelove\n\nPresident &amp; CEO\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','Heliocol Receives New SRCC Ratings','','inherit','open','open','','621-revision-2','','','2012-04-05 19:32:37','2012-04-05 19:32:37','',621,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=623',0,'revision','',0),(636,3,'2012-04-11 19:20:37','2012-04-11 19:20:37','It\'s now easy to see why Heliocol rushed to get out their <strong>\"2012 Solar Pool Heating Comparison Sheet\"</strong> last month. In building our response to the comparison sheet, we discovered that the test data Heliocol used was outdated and we reported that fact to SRCC. They responded that while Helicol had been retested, the publishing of their new ratings had been delayed due to \"unforeseen circumstances.\"\r\n\r\nPerhaps those \"unforeseen circumstances\" were that <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol\'s new ratings</a> have dropped significantly! The reason is something we\'ve known all along - the Heliocol collector was initially designed as an in-tank heat exchanger to LOSE heat, and because of their loose-tube design the collector is extremely susceptible to losses from wind.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"564\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\"><img class=\" \" title=\"Heliocol new SRCC ratings\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-Screenshot.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"564\" height=\"852\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n</p>\r\nPrevious to the new ISO 9806-3 testing procedures, the industry relied on the ASHRAE 96-80 test standard; an outdoor test which allowed for wind speeds of up to 3 mph. If you were lucky enough to test on a day with no wind, you got a great rating. If you were tested on a slightly windy day, your ratings suffered. Heliocol\'s prior SRCC and current FSEC certification are based on an indoor test to the ASHRAE standard. In other words, there was no allowance for wind and re-radiation to the atmosphere. Both SRCC and FSEC accepted this test, but FSEC applied a \"fudge-factor\" to account for re-radiation and wind. The new ISO test procedure addresses wind speed by exposing the collector to three different wind speeds during the course of testing. As noted on their new SRCC Certification, the performance equations are based only on the low wind data. The rating matrix is based on all of the test data.\r\nAs we pointed out in our response, Heliocol was using a Category \"A\" (minus 9 degrees), on a 2,000 BTU day to establish collector performance. The actual ratings of Aquatherm products and Heliocol across category A are nearly identical. The example we used to represent category A is an 85 degree pool, with a 94 degree outside temperature. Heliocol delivers slightly more heat, <strong>when heat is needed the least</strong>. Heliocol\'s new rating in this category still dropped about 5%.\r\n\r\nCategory \"B\" (plus 9 degrees) is where the new test ratings really show a difference. The example we give here is an 85 degree pool with an outside temperature of 76 degrees. Heliocol\'s rating dropped to .7 compared to Aquatherm products at 1.3. In other words, when your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Aquatherm Products are <strong>86% more efficient than Heliocol</strong>! And at Category B, on a 1,000 BTU day, Aquatherm products <strong>outperform Heliocol by 250%</strong>.\r\n\r\nCategory \"C\" (plus 36 degrees) represents the very end points of the season; heating a pool to 85 degrees when the outside air temperature is 49 degrees. 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In building our response to the comparison sheet, we discovered that the test data Heliocol used was outdated and we reported that fact to SRCC. They responded that while Helicol had been retested, the publishing of their new ratings had been delayed due to \"unforeseen circumstances.\"\r\n\r\nPerhaps those \"unforeseen circumstances\" were that <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol\'s new ratings</a> have dropped significantly! The reason is something we\'ve known all along - the Heliocol collector was initially designed as an in-tank heat exchanger to LOSE heat, and because of their loose-tube design the collector is extremely susceptible to losses from wind.\r\n<table width=\"150\" align=\"center\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td width=\"150\"><a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3mDvE0K9uOqub5pFghds5w7F-LslDIG4JcqO-TWdnHYvLGIENSbQpykJWMn2uWk8f150wfuzyEP4q6msS-53lcxaC8Nvxj1A6p3hevbYRsPDrFb7KB2je1XqwKd3xziTGuCbIGuRgWsZ5QNMOvm59xGfljjmAVMbp\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https://ui.constantcontact.com/rnavmap/tip/dispatcher?origImg=http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-Screenshot.png\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"226\" /></a></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Click to view larger/save/print.</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\nPrevious to the new ISO 9806-3 testing procedures, the industry relied on the ASHRAE 96-80 test standard; an outdoor test which allowed for wind speeds of up to 3 mph. If you were lucky enough to test on a day with no wind, you got a great rating. If you were tested on a slightly windy day, your ratings suffered. Heliocol\'s prior SRCC and current FSEC certification are based on an indoor test to the ASHRAE standard. In other words, there was no allowance for wind and re-radiation to the atmosphere. Both SRCC and FSEC accepted this test, but FSEC applied a \"fudge-factor\" to account for re-radiation and wind. The new ISO test procedure addresses wind speed by exposing the collector to three different wind speeds during the course of testing. As noted on their new SRCC Certification, the performance equations are based only on the low wind data. The rating matrix is based on all of the test data.\r\nAs we pointed out in our response, Heliocol was using a Category \"A\" (minus 9 degrees), on a 2,000 BTU day to establish collector performance. The actual ratings of Aquatherm products and Heliocol across category A are nearly identical. The example we used to represent category A is an 85 degree pool, with a 94 degree outside temperature. Heliocol delivers slightly more heat, <strong>when heat is needed the least</strong>. Heliocol\'s new rating in this category still dropped about 5%.\r\n\r\nCategory \"B\" (plus 9 degrees) is where the new test ratings really show a difference. The example we give here is an 85 degree pool with an outside temperature of 76 degrees. Heliocol\'s rating dropped to .7 compared to Aquatherm products at 1.3. In other words, when your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Aquatherm Products are <strong>86% more efficient than Heliocol</strong>! And at Category B, on a 1,000 BTU day, Aquatherm products <strong>outperform Heliocol by 250%</strong>.\r\n\r\nCategory \"C\" (plus 36 degrees) represents the very end points of the season; heating a pool to 85 degrees when the outside air temperature is 49 degrees. In this category, Heliocol has absolutely no rating - <strong>zero BTU\'s</strong>.\r\n\r\n<strong>When your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Heliocol performs the worst.</strong>\r\n\r\nWe\'re currently working on a consumer-friendly version of this, but in the meantime, we felt this information, though perhaps difficult to explain to the average consumer, was just too valuable to hold back on.\r\n\r\nGood luck and good selling!\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove\r\n\r\nPresident &amp; CEO\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Heliocol Receives New SRCC Ratings','','inherit','open','open','','621-revision-3','','','2012-04-05 20:11:16','2012-04-05 20:11:16','',621,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=624',0,'revision','',0),(625,3,'2012-04-05 20:25:27','2012-04-05 20:25:27','This video was originally uploaded by FAFCO a few years ago, but was promptly pulled down after a barrage of nasty feedback from their dealers.  Looks like it has resurfaced...\r\n\r\n[youtube]http://youtu.be/SuUYETXE31s[/youtube]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','FAFCO Repair Video','','publish','open','open','','fafco-repair-video','','','2012-04-05 20:25:27','2012-04-05 20:25:27','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=625',0,'post','',2),(626,3,'2012-04-05 20:22:34','2012-04-05 20:22:34','This video was originally uploaded by FAFCO a few years ago, but was promptly pulled down after a barrage of nasty feedback from their dealers.\n\n[youtube]Insert video URL or ID here[/youtube]\n\n&nbsp;','FAFCO Repair Video','','inherit','open','open','','625-revision','','','2012-04-05 20:22:34','2012-04-05 20:22:34','',625,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=626',0,'revision','',0),(627,3,'2012-04-05 20:23:34','2012-04-05 20:23:34','This video was originally uploaded by FAFCO a few years ago, but was promptly pulled down after a barrage of nasty feedback from their dealers.\n\n[youtube]http://youtu.be/SuUYETXE31s[/youtube]\n\n&nbsp;','FAFCO Repair Video','','inherit','open','open','','625-revision-2','','','2012-04-05 20:23:34','2012-04-05 20:23:34','',625,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=627',0,'revision','',0),(628,3,'2012-04-05 20:26:30','2012-04-05 20:26:30','This video was originally uploaded by FAFCO a few years ago, but was promptly pulled down after a barrage of nasty feedback from their dealers.  Looks like it has resurfaced...\n\n[youtube]http://youtu.be/SuUYETXE31s[/youtube]\n\n&nbsp;','FAFCO Repair Video','','inherit','open','open','','625-autosave','','','2012-04-05 20:26:30','2012-04-05 20:26:30','',625,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=628',0,'revision','',0),(629,3,'2010-01-01 20:58:20','2010-01-01 20:58:20','Click to download a PDF copy of the latest <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Techno-Solis-Warranty.pdf\">Techno-Solis Warranty</a>\r\n<h1><strong>10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty</strong></h1>\r\nIncluding Internal Freeze Protection\r\n\r\nTechno-Solis the “Warrantor” warrants the solar pool panels manufactured by it the “Panel”, to be free\r\n\r\nfrom defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase by owner the “Consumer”,\r\n\r\nsubject to the following limitations, terms, and conditions.\r\n\r\n<strong>1. Duration of the Warranty</strong>\r\n\r\n1.1 First Period: Ten (10) Years Warranty.\r\n\r\n1.2 Second Period: Lifetime Limited Warranty.\r\n\r\n<strong>2. Warrantors Obligations</strong>\r\n\r\n2.1 During the First Period (10 Years), the Warrantor shall be required to exchange a defective\r\n\r\nPanel due solely to faulty materials or workmanship.\r\n\r\n2.2 During the Second Period, the Warrantor shall be required, under this Limited Lifetime\r\n\r\nWarranty, to replace a defective Panel due solely to faulty materials or workmanship, the cost\r\n\r\nof such replacement will be 50% of the published Panel List Price, in effect at the time of\r\n\r\ndiscovery, to be assumed by the Consumer.\r\n\r\n<strong>3. Installation Conditions</strong>\r\n\r\n3.1 The Panel must be installed in accordance with The Techno-Solis Installation Manual. Local\r\n\r\ninstallation regulation shall provide the base standards by which the installation is performed.\r\n\r\nInstallation standards include but are not limited to:\r\n\r\n3.1.1.1 The Panel must be fully drained when they are not in use.\r\n\r\n3.1.1.2 The Panel must not rest on any sharp objects.\r\n\r\n3.1.1.3 The Panel must not be anchored at both the top and bottom header.\r\n\r\n3.1.1.4 The Panel must be supplied with filtered water.\r\n\r\n3.2 The Panel has to be installed and serviced exclusively by a Techno-Solis Authorized Dealer.\r\n\r\n<strong>4. Transferability of Warranty</strong>\r\n\r\n4.1 This Warranty is solely for the benefit of the original Consumer and is therefore not\r\n\r\ntransferable. If at any time, the Panel is resold or has changed ownership; this Warranty shall\r\n\r\nbecome null and void.\r\n\r\n4.2 You have the option to apply directly with Techno-Solis for a Transferability Addendum to this\r\n\r\nwarranty. The cost of this Transferability Addendum is 50% of the current list price of a Panel\r\n\r\nper Panel sold and installed (as per the original sales contract and Warranty Card). This\r\n\r\napplication and payment must be turned in to Techno-Solis within 90 days of the change in\r\n\r\noriginal ownership. We reserve the right to refuse any application. (see reverse)\r\n\r\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\r\n\r\nPlease read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side.\r\n\r\nPlease enter your return information. Place\r\n\r\n<strong>Techno-Solis, Inc. </strong>Stamp Here\r\n\r\nWarranty Coordinator\r\n\r\n301 20th Street South\r\n\r\nSt.Petersburg, FL 33712\r\n\r\nUSA\r\n\r\n<strong>5. Exclusion of Coverage</strong>\r\n\r\n5.1 This Warranty extends only to damages resulting from defects in materials and workmanship.\r\n\r\nIt does not extend to damage caused by Consumer neglect, misuse, abuse, accidents,\r\n\r\nstorms, abnormal weather conditions, freight, improper installation, or by any other fortuitous\r\n\r\nevent caused by any other means whatsoever being out of Warrantor’s direct control.\r\n\r\n5.2 This Warranty does not cover any cost of labor in its execution. Any labor cost incurred in the\r\n\r\nexecution of this Warranty is the sole responsibility of the Consumer.\r\n\r\n5.3 Warrantor shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the Panel or\r\n\r\nDefective Panel.\r\n\r\n5.4 No Warranties are, or have been made by Warrantor with respect to the Panel other than\r\n\r\nthose expressly included in this Warranty.\r\n\r\n<strong>6. Extent of Warrantor’s Liability</strong>\r\n\r\n6.1 Warrantor’s liability under this Warranty can never exceed the cost of the Panel purchased\r\n\r\nfrom Techno-Solis.\r\n\r\n<strong>7. Responsibility of the Consumer</strong>\r\n\r\n7.1 The enclosed Warranty Card must be fully completed by Consumer and returned to Warrantor\r\n\r\nwithin (30) days from the date of purchase by Consumer.\r\n\r\n7.2 If, at any time during the period covered by this Warranty, Consumer discovers a Panel to be\r\n\r\ndefective, notice of such faulty conditions shall be given by Consumer to Warrantor in writing\r\n\r\nwithin (30) days of discovery of such faulty condition.\r\n\r\n7.3 The Consumer must establish the original purchase date and system information by making\r\n\r\navailable to the Warrantor the original purchase contract, canceled check, and a current copy\r\n\r\nof a phone bill.\r\n\r\n7.4 The Consumer is responsible for the good working condition of the system. If you find that\r\n\r\nyour system is not in good working condition, contact your Techno-Solis Authorized Dealer\r\n\r\nimmediately.\r\n\r\n<strong>8. Shipping Costs and Authorization</strong>\r\n\r\n8.1 Prior to returning any defective Panel to the Warrantor, written authorization must be received\r\n\r\nfrom the Warrantor. If authorization instructions are not followed, this Warranty shall become\r\n\r\nnull and void.\r\n\r\n8.2 The Consumer is responsible for any freight involved in returning to the Warrantor’s Plant, any\r\n\r\ndefective Panel for exchange under this Warranty.\r\n\r\n8.3 Upon approval of the warranty claim, the Warrantor will make available a Replacement Panel\r\n\r\nfor the Consumer.\r\n\r\n8.3.1 The Consumer can opt to pick up the Replacement Panel from the Warrantor’s Plant.\r\n\r\n8.3.2 The Consumer can opt for the Warrantor to ship the Replacement Panel to the\r\n\r\nConsumer, at the Consumer sole expense.\r\n\r\n<strong>Local legislation may extend Legal Rights beyond the ones included in this Warranty.</strong>\r\n\r\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\r\n\r\n<strong>Name</strong>: <strong>Date of Installation: </strong>:\r\n\r\n<strong>Address</strong>:\r\n\r\n<strong>City: __________________________________ State: _________________ Zip: ________Phone Number: </strong>( ) -\r\n\r\n<strong>If Dealer Installed: Dealer Name and Address</strong>:\r\n\r\n<strong>Header Size</strong>: 1 1/2 “ or 2” <strong>Panel Length</strong>: 8ft 10ft 12ft other:\r\n\r\n<strong>Number of Panels</strong>: <strong>Automatic Control</strong>: Yes No <strong>Type of Roof</strong>: Shingle Tile Metal Other:\r\n\r\n<strong>Size of Pool</strong>: ft x ft <strong>Panel Orientation</strong>: South West East North\r\n\r\n<strong>Did you buy as a result of</strong>: Mail TV radio reference other:\r\n\r\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\r\n\r\n(Source: Techno-Solis website)','Techno-Solis Warranty','','publish','open','open','','techno-solis-warranty','','','2012-04-05 21:05:54','2012-04-05 21:05:54','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=629',0,'post','',0),(630,3,'2012-04-05 21:01:41','2012-04-05 21:01:41','','Techno-Solis Warranty','','inherit','open','open','','techno-solis-warranty','','','2012-04-05 21:01:41','2012-04-05 21:01:41','',629,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Techno-Solis-Warranty.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(631,3,'2012-04-05 21:04:28','2012-04-05 21:04:28','Click to download a copy of the latest <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Techno-Solis-Warranty.pdf\">Techno-Solis Warranty</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Techno-Solis-Warranty.pdf\"></a>(Source: Techno-Solis website)','Techno-Solis Warranty','','inherit','open','open','','629-revision','','','2012-04-05 21:04:28','2012-04-05 21:04:28','',629,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=631',0,'revision','',0),(632,3,'2012-04-05 21:05:29','2012-04-05 21:05:29','Click to download a copy of the latest <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Techno-Solis-Warranty.pdf\">Techno-Solis Warranty</a>\n<h1><strong>10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty</strong></h1>\nIncluding Internal Freeze Protection\n\nTechno-Solis the “Warrantor” warrants the solar pool panels manufactured by it the “Panel”, to be free\n\nfrom defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase by owner the “Consumer”,\n\nsubject to the following limitations, terms, and conditions.\n\n<strong>1. Duration of the Warranty</strong>\n\n1.1 First Period: Ten (10) Years Warranty.\n\n1.2 Second Period: Lifetime Limited Warranty.\n\n<strong>2. Warrantors Obligations</strong>\n\n2.1 During the First Period (10 Years), the Warrantor shall be required to exchange a defective\n\nPanel due solely to faulty materials or workmanship.\n\n2.2 During the Second Period, the Warrantor shall be required, under this Limited Lifetime\n\nWarranty, to replace a defective Panel due solely to faulty materials or workmanship, the cost\n\nof such replacement will be 50% of the published Panel List Price, in effect at the time of\n\ndiscovery, to be assumed by the Consumer.\n\n<strong>3. Installation Conditions</strong>\n\n3.1 The Panel must be installed in accordance with The Techno-Solis Installation Manual. Local\n\ninstallation regulation shall provide the base standards by which the installation is performed.\n\nInstallation standards include but are not limited to:\n\n3.1.1.1 The Panel must be fully drained when they are not in use.\n\n3.1.1.2 The Panel must not rest on any sharp objects.\n\n3.1.1.3 The Panel must not be anchored at both the top and bottom header.\n\n3.1.1.4 The Panel must be supplied with filtered water.\n\n3.2 The Panel has to be installed and serviced exclusively by a Techno-Solis Authorized Dealer.\n\n<strong>4. Transferability of Warranty</strong>\n\n4.1 This Warranty is solely for the benefit of the original Consumer and is therefore not\n\ntransferable. If at any time, the Panel is resold or has changed ownership; this Warranty shall\n\nbecome null and void.\n\n4.2 You have the option to apply directly with Techno-Solis for a Transferability Addendum to this\n\nwarranty. The cost of this Transferability Addendum is 50% of the current list price of a Panel\n\nper Panel sold and installed (as per the original sales contract and Warranty Card). This\n\napplication and payment must be turned in to Techno-Solis within 90 days of the change in\n\noriginal ownership. We reserve the right to refuse any application. (see reverse)\n\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\n\nPlease read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side.\n\nPlease enter your return information. Place\n\n<strong>Techno-Solis, Inc. </strong>Stamp Here\n\nWarranty Coordinator\n\n301 20th Street South\n\nSt.Petersburg, FL 33712\n\nUSA\n\n<strong>5. Exclusion of Coverage</strong>\n\n5.1 This Warranty extends only to damages resulting from defects in materials and workmanship.\n\nIt does not extend to damage caused by Consumer neglect, misuse, abuse, accidents,\n\nstorms, abnormal weather conditions, freight, improper installation, or by any other fortuitous\n\nevent caused by any other means whatsoever being out of Warrantor’s direct control.\n\n5.2 This Warranty does not cover any cost of labor in its execution. Any labor cost incurred in the\n\nexecution of this Warranty is the sole responsibility of the Consumer.\n\n5.3 Warrantor shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the Panel or\n\nDefective Panel.\n\n5.4 No Warranties are, or have been made by Warrantor with respect to the Panel other than\n\nthose expressly included in this Warranty.\n\n<strong>6. Extent of Warrantor’s Liability</strong>\n\n6.1 Warrantor’s liability under this Warranty can never exceed the cost of the Panel purchased\n\nfrom Techno-Solis.\n\n<strong>7. Responsibility of the Consumer</strong>\n\n7.1 The enclosed Warranty Card must be fully completed by Consumer and returned to Warrantor\n\nwithin (30) days from the date of purchase by Consumer.\n\n7.2 If, at any time during the period covered by this Warranty, Consumer discovers a Panel to be\n\ndefective, notice of such faulty conditions shall be given by Consumer to Warrantor in writing\n\nwithin (30) days of discovery of such faulty condition.\n\n7.3 The Consumer must establish the original purchase date and system information by making\n\navailable to the Warrantor the original purchase contract, canceled check, and a current copy\n\nof a phone bill.\n\n7.4 The Consumer is responsible for the good working condition of the system. If you find that\n\nyour system is not in good working condition, contact your Techno-Solis Authorized Dealer\n\nimmediately.\n\n<strong>8. Shipping Costs and Authorization</strong>\n\n8.1 Prior to returning any defective Panel to the Warrantor, written authorization must be received\n\nfrom the Warrantor. If authorization instructions are not followed, this Warranty shall become\n\nnull and void.\n\n8.2 The Consumer is responsible for any freight involved in returning to the Warrantor’s Plant, any\n\ndefective Panel for exchange under this Warranty.\n\n8.3 Upon approval of the warranty claim, the Warrantor will make available a Replacement Panel\n\nfor the Consumer.\n\n8.3.1 The Consumer can opt to pick up the Replacement Panel from the Warrantor’s Plant.\n\n8.3.2 The Consumer can opt for the Warrantor to ship the Replacement Panel to the\n\nConsumer, at the Consumer sole expense.\n\n<strong>Local legislation may extend Legal Rights beyond the ones included in this Warranty.</strong>\n\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\n\n<strong>Name</strong>: <strong>Date of Installation: </strong>:\n\n<strong>Address</strong>:\n\n<strong>City: __________________________________ State: _________________ Zip: ________Phone Number: </strong>( ) -\n\n<strong>If Dealer Installed: Dealer Name and Address</strong>:\n\n<strong>Header Size</strong>: 1 1/2 “ or 2” <strong>Panel Length</strong>: 8ft 10ft 12ft other:\n\n<strong>Number of Panels</strong>: <strong>Automatic Control</strong>: Yes No <strong>Type of Roof</strong>: Shingle Tile Metal Other:\n\n<strong>Size of Pool</strong>: ft x ft <strong>Panel Orientation</strong>: South West East North\n\n<strong>Did you buy as a result of</strong>: Mail TV radio reference other:\n\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\n\n(Source: Techno-Solis website)','Techno-Solis Warranty','','inherit','open','open','','629-revision-2','','','2012-04-05 21:05:29','2012-04-05 21:05:29','',629,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=632',0,'revision','',0),(633,3,'2012-04-05 21:05:30','2012-04-05 21:05:30','Click to download a copy of the latest <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Techno-Solis-Warranty.pdf\">Techno-Solis Warranty</a>\r\n<h1><strong>10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty</strong></h1>\r\nIncluding Internal Freeze Protection\r\n\r\nTechno-Solis the “Warrantor” warrants the solar pool panels manufactured by it the “Panel”, to be free\r\n\r\nfrom defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase by owner the “Consumer”,\r\n\r\nsubject to the following limitations, terms, and conditions.\r\n\r\n<strong>1. Duration of the Warranty</strong>\r\n\r\n1.1 First Period: Ten (10) Years Warranty.\r\n\r\n1.2 Second Period: Lifetime Limited Warranty.\r\n\r\n<strong>2. Warrantors Obligations</strong>\r\n\r\n2.1 During the First Period (10 Years), the Warrantor shall be required to exchange a defective\r\n\r\nPanel due solely to faulty materials or workmanship.\r\n\r\n2.2 During the Second Period, the Warrantor shall be required, under this Limited Lifetime\r\n\r\nWarranty, to replace a defective Panel due solely to faulty materials or workmanship, the cost\r\n\r\nof such replacement will be 50% of the published Panel List Price, in effect at the time of\r\n\r\ndiscovery, to be assumed by the Consumer.\r\n\r\n<strong>3. Installation Conditions</strong>\r\n\r\n3.1 The Panel must be installed in accordance with The Techno-Solis Installation Manual. Local\r\n\r\ninstallation regulation shall provide the base standards by which the installation is performed.\r\n\r\nInstallation standards include but are not limited to:\r\n\r\n3.1.1.1 The Panel must be fully drained when they are not in use.\r\n\r\n3.1.1.2 The Panel must not rest on any sharp objects.\r\n\r\n3.1.1.3 The Panel must not be anchored at both the top and bottom header.\r\n\r\n3.1.1.4 The Panel must be supplied with filtered water.\r\n\r\n3.2 The Panel has to be installed and serviced exclusively by a Techno-Solis Authorized Dealer.\r\n\r\n<strong>4. Transferability of Warranty</strong>\r\n\r\n4.1 This Warranty is solely for the benefit of the original Consumer and is therefore not\r\n\r\ntransferable. If at any time, the Panel is resold or has changed ownership; this Warranty shall\r\n\r\nbecome null and void.\r\n\r\n4.2 You have the option to apply directly with Techno-Solis for a Transferability Addendum to this\r\n\r\nwarranty. The cost of this Transferability Addendum is 50% of the current list price of a Panel\r\n\r\nper Panel sold and installed (as per the original sales contract and Warranty Card). This\r\n\r\napplication and payment must be turned in to Techno-Solis within 90 days of the change in\r\n\r\noriginal ownership. We reserve the right to refuse any application. (see reverse)\r\n\r\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\r\n\r\nPlease read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side. Please read the other side.\r\n\r\nPlease enter your return information. Place\r\n\r\n<strong>Techno-Solis, Inc. </strong>Stamp Here\r\n\r\nWarranty Coordinator\r\n\r\n301 20th Street South\r\n\r\nSt.Petersburg, FL 33712\r\n\r\nUSA\r\n\r\n<strong>5. Exclusion of Coverage</strong>\r\n\r\n5.1 This Warranty extends only to damages resulting from defects in materials and workmanship.\r\n\r\nIt does not extend to damage caused by Consumer neglect, misuse, abuse, accidents,\r\n\r\nstorms, abnormal weather conditions, freight, improper installation, or by any other fortuitous\r\n\r\nevent caused by any other means whatsoever being out of Warrantor’s direct control.\r\n\r\n5.2 This Warranty does not cover any cost of labor in its execution. Any labor cost incurred in the\r\n\r\nexecution of this Warranty is the sole responsibility of the Consumer.\r\n\r\n5.3 Warrantor shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the Panel or\r\n\r\nDefective Panel.\r\n\r\n5.4 No Warranties are, or have been made by Warrantor with respect to the Panel other than\r\n\r\nthose expressly included in this Warranty.\r\n\r\n<strong>6. Extent of Warrantor’s Liability</strong>\r\n\r\n6.1 Warrantor’s liability under this Warranty can never exceed the cost of the Panel purchased\r\n\r\nfrom Techno-Solis.\r\n\r\n<strong>7. Responsibility of the Consumer</strong>\r\n\r\n7.1 The enclosed Warranty Card must be fully completed by Consumer and returned to Warrantor\r\n\r\nwithin (30) days from the date of purchase by Consumer.\r\n\r\n7.2 If, at any time during the period covered by this Warranty, Consumer discovers a Panel to be\r\n\r\ndefective, notice of such faulty conditions shall be given by Consumer to Warrantor in writing\r\n\r\nwithin (30) days of discovery of such faulty condition.\r\n\r\n7.3 The Consumer must establish the original purchase date and system information by making\r\n\r\navailable to the Warrantor the original purchase contract, canceled check, and a current copy\r\n\r\nof a phone bill.\r\n\r\n7.4 The Consumer is responsible for the good working condition of the system. If you find that\r\n\r\nyour system is not in good working condition, contact your Techno-Solis Authorized Dealer\r\n\r\nimmediately.\r\n\r\n<strong>8. Shipping Costs and Authorization</strong>\r\n\r\n8.1 Prior to returning any defective Panel to the Warrantor, written authorization must be received\r\n\r\nfrom the Warrantor. If authorization instructions are not followed, this Warranty shall become\r\n\r\nnull and void.\r\n\r\n8.2 The Consumer is responsible for any freight involved in returning to the Warrantor’s Plant, any\r\n\r\ndefective Panel for exchange under this Warranty.\r\n\r\n8.3 Upon approval of the warranty claim, the Warrantor will make available a Replacement Panel\r\n\r\nfor the Consumer.\r\n\r\n8.3.1 The Consumer can opt to pick up the Replacement Panel from the Warrantor’s Plant.\r\n\r\n8.3.2 The Consumer can opt for the Warrantor to ship the Replacement Panel to the\r\n\r\nConsumer, at the Consumer sole expense.\r\n\r\n<strong>Local legislation may extend Legal Rights beyond the ones included in this Warranty.</strong>\r\n\r\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\r\n\r\n<strong>Name</strong>: <strong>Date of Installation: </strong>:\r\n\r\n<strong>Address</strong>:\r\n\r\n<strong>City: __________________________________ State: _________________ Zip: ________Phone Number: </strong>( ) -\r\n\r\n<strong>If Dealer Installed: Dealer Name and Address</strong>:\r\n\r\n<strong>Header Size</strong>: 1 1/2 “ or 2” <strong>Panel Length</strong>: 8ft 10ft 12ft other:\r\n\r\n<strong>Number of Panels</strong>: <strong>Automatic Control</strong>: Yes No <strong>Type of Roof</strong>: Shingle Tile Metal Other:\r\n\r\n<strong>Size of Pool</strong>: ft x ft <strong>Panel Orientation</strong>: South West East North\r\n\r\n<strong>Did you buy as a result of</strong>: Mail TV radio reference other:\r\n\r\nDocument#:ts_wc_10LL_102004\r\n\r\n(Source: Techno-Solis website)','Techno-Solis Warranty','','inherit','open','open','','629-revision-3','','','2012-04-05 21:05:30','2012-04-05 21:05:30','',629,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=633',0,'revision','',0),(634,3,'2012-04-11 17:03:11','2012-04-11 17:03:11','It\'s now easy to see why Heliocol rushed to get out their <strong>\"2012 Solar Pool Heating Comparison Sheet\"</strong> last month. In building our response to the comparison sheet, we discovered that the test data Heliocol used was outdated and we reported that fact to SRCC. They responded that while Helicol had been retested, the publishing of their new ratings had been delayed due to \"unforeseen circumstances.\"\n\nPerhaps those \"unforeseen circumstances\" were that <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol\'s new ratings</a> have dropped significantly! The reason is something we\'ve known all along - the Heliocol collector was initially designed as an in-tank heat exchanger to LOSE heat, and because of their loose-tube design the collector is extremely susceptible to losses from wind.\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n\n[caption id=\"\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"564\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\"><img class=\" \" title=\"Heliocol new SRCC ratings\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-Screenshot.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"564\" height=\"852\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n</p>\nPrevious to the new ISO 9806-3 testing procedures, the industry relied on the ASHRAE 96-80 test standard; an outdoor test which allowed for wind speeds of up to 3 mph. If you were lucky enough to test on a day with no wind, you got a great rating. If you were tested on a slightly windy day, your ratings suffered. Heliocol\'s prior SRCC and current FSEC certification are based on an indoor test to the ASHRAE standard. In other words, there was no allowance for wind and re-radiation to the atmosphere. Both SRCC and FSEC accepted this test, but FSEC applied a \"fudge-factor\" to account for re-radiation and wind. The new ISO test procedure addresses wind speed by exposing the collector to three different wind speeds during the course of testing. As noted on their new SRCC Certification, the performance equations are based only on the low wind data. The rating matrix is based on all of the test data.\nAs we pointed out in our response, Heliocol was using a Category \"A\" (minus 9 degrees), on a 2,000 BTU day to establish collector performance. The actual ratings of Aquatherm products and Heliocol across category A are nearly identical. The example we used to represent category A is an 85 degree pool, with a 94 degree outside temperature. Heliocol delivers slightly more heat, <strong>when heat is needed the least</strong>. Heliocol\'s new rating in this category still dropped about 5%.\n\nCategory \"B\" (plus 9 degrees) is where the new test ratings really show a difference. The example we give here is an 85 degree pool with an outside temperature of 76 degrees. Heliocol\'s rating dropped to .7 compared to Aquatherm products at 1.3. In other words, when your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Aquatherm Products are <strong>86% more efficient than Heliocol</strong>! And at Category B, on a 1,000 BTU day, Aquatherm products <strong>outperform Heliocol by 250%</strong>.\n\nCategory \"C\" (plus 36 degrees) represents the very end points of the season; heating a pool to 85 degrees when the outside air temperature is 49 degrees. In this category, Heliocol has absolutely no rating - <strong>zero BTU\'s</strong>.\n\n<strong>When your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Heliocol performs the worst.</strong>\n\nWe\'re currently working on a consumer-friendly version of this, but in the meantime, we felt this information, though perhaps difficult to explain to the average consumer, was just too valuable to hold back on.\n\nGood luck and good selling!\n\nDave Sizelove\n\nPresident &amp; CEO\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','Heliocol Receives New SRCC Ratings','','inherit','open','open','','621-autosave','','','2012-04-11 17:03:11','2012-04-11 17:03:11','',621,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=634',0,'revision','',0),(635,3,'2012-04-05 20:12:05','2012-04-05 20:12:05','It\'s now easy to see why Heliocol rushed to get out their <strong>\"2012 Solar Pool Heating Comparison Sheet\"</strong> last month. In building our response to the comparison sheet, we discovered that the test data Heliocol used was outdated and we reported that fact to SRCC. They responded that while Helicol had been retested, the publishing of their new ratings had been delayed due to \"unforeseen circumstances.\"\r\n\r\nPerhaps those \"unforeseen circumstances\" were that <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3-QsXYmBGEqMBmr1TW2VRKrPXyK2-Ichd1GjWKBPCzI67ISIv_qUN2IbtvClrgFslma_BS4Ge7fl-wLLPvlRMBO-Kqrk9EozfXiEI75rUaBw=\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol\'s new ratings</a> have dropped significantly! The reason is something we\'ve known all along - the Heliocol collector was initially designed as an in-tank heat exchanger to LOSE heat, and because of their loose-tube design the collector is extremely susceptible to losses from wind.\r\n<table width=\"150\" align=\"center\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td width=\"150\"><a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JO_TFxZipR2OvULBe2Tg-i2-1DgGNd4-AiNknYp2RvWo4LWr6RX-iLVZuWW5_3-3mDvE0K9uOqub5pFghds5w7F-LslDIG4JcqO-TWdnHYvLGIENSbQpykJWMn2uWk8f150wfuzyEP4q6msS-53lcxaC8Nvxj1A6p3hevbYRsPDrFb7KB2je1XqwKd3xziTGuCbIGuRgWsZ5QNMOvm59xGfljjmAVMbp\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https://ui.constantcontact.com/rnavmap/tip/dispatcher?origImg=http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Heliocol-SRCC-Screenshot.png\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"226\" /></a></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Click to view larger/save/print.</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\nPrevious to the new ISO 9806-3 testing procedures, the industry relied on the ASHRAE 96-80 test standard; an outdoor test which allowed for wind speeds of up to 3 mph. If you were lucky enough to test on a day with no wind, you got a great rating. If you were tested on a slightly windy day, your ratings suffered. Heliocol\'s prior SRCC and current FSEC certification are based on an indoor test to the ASHRAE standard. In other words, there was no allowance for wind and re-radiation to the atmosphere. Both SRCC and FSEC accepted this test, but FSEC applied a \"fudge-factor\" to account for re-radiation and wind. The new ISO test procedure addresses wind speed by exposing the collector to three different wind speeds during the course of testing. As noted on their new SRCC Certification, the performance equations are based only on the low wind data. The rating matrix is based on all of the test data.\r\nAs we pointed out in our response, Heliocol was using a Category \"A\" (minus 9 degrees), on a 2,000 BTU day to establish collector performance. The actual ratings of Aquatherm products and Heliocol across category A are nearly identical. The example we used to represent category A is an 85 degree pool, with a 94 degree outside temperature. Heliocol delivers slightly more heat, <strong>when heat is needed the least</strong>. Heliocol\'s new rating in this category still dropped about 5%.\r\n\r\nCategory \"B\" (plus 9 degrees) is where the new test ratings really show a difference. The example we give here is an 85 degree pool with an outside temperature of 76 degrees. Heliocol\'s rating dropped to .7 compared to Aquatherm products at 1.3. In other words, when your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Aquatherm Products are <strong>86% more efficient than Heliocol</strong>! And at Category B, on a 1,000 BTU day, Aquatherm products <strong>outperform Heliocol by 250%</strong>.\r\n\r\nCategory \"C\" (plus 36 degrees) represents the very end points of the season; heating a pool to 85 degrees when the outside air temperature is 49 degrees. In this category, Heliocol has absolutely no rating - <strong>zero BTU\'s</strong>.\r\n\r\n<strong>When your customer\'s pool needs heat the most, Heliocol performs the worst.</strong>\r\n\r\nWe\'re currently working on a consumer-friendly version of this, but in the meantime, we felt this information, though perhaps difficult to explain to the average consumer, was just too valuable to hold back on.\r\n\r\nGood luck and good selling!\r\n\r\nDave Sizelove\r\n\r\nPresident &amp; CEO\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Heliocol Receives New SRCC Ratings','','inherit','open','open','','621-revision-4','','','2012-04-05 20:12:05','2012-04-05 20:12:05','',621,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=635',0,'revision','',0),(638,3,'2012-04-11 20:39:41','0000-00-00 00:00:00','So you want to increase your local visibility in some key markets, while keeping costs low? There are a few tricks that may help drive more traffic your way - including your idea for a \"landing page\" loaded with keywords (for example a page listing all counties in your desired market called \"Areas We Service\").\r\n\r\nI can give you an easy one today that should help almost immediately and won\'t cost a dime.\r\n\r\nHave you heard of <a title=\"http://www.google.com/places/\" href=\"http://www.google.com/places/\" target=\"_blank\">Google Places</a>? It\'s essentially a listing service provided by Google, for local businesses, and it\'s free. You set your service range, add a logo and some photos, and you\'re done. Beyond the obvious benefits of an additional listing on the most popular search engine, Places are also integrated into Google Maps, which display local listings at the top of Google search results.\r\n\r\nBy default, Google already has most businesses listed in its system somewhere. Gen-Con, for instance, appears here: <a title=\"http://bit.ly/HwNz97\" href=\"http://bit.ly/HwNz97\">http://bit.ly/HwNz97</a>. You will see in the upper right corner (above the map) \"Business Owner?\" - clicking that will take you to the Google Places landing page, where you have the option of signing in or signing up. If you have a Google account, go ahead and sign in. If not, follow the prompts, it shouldn\'t take long. A Google login is a good thing to have nowadays, as they do offer a lot of premium services at no cost once you are signed up. I noticed the address is not what we have on file, so it may be best to claim this listing as your own and make any updates necessary.\r\n\r\nPlaces will require \"validation/verification\" that you are who you say you are. This can be accomplished via phone or by mail.\r\n\r\nIf you have any questions on setting this on, please reach out to me and I can help walk you through it.\r\n\r\nBack to the landing page idea, for a moment. If it\'s something that can be accomplished with little investment of time on your part, such as sending a list of counties to your web guy and having him pop a page onto the the site, then I say go for it.  I should mention though, that this type of \"keyword stuffing\" can also be looked at as a bad thing, by search engines like Google. Their algorithm is a moving target, so what can help one day can hurt the next. That\'s the nature of their beast.\r\n\r\nRegards,\r\n\r\nDan\r\n--\r\nDan Sizelove\r\nMarketing Coordinator\r\nAquatherm Industries, Inc.\r\n(732) 905-9002, Ext: 228\r\n<a title=\"mailto:jdsizelove@warmwater.com\" href=\"mailto:jdsizelove@warmwater.com\">jdsizelove@warmwater.com</a>\r\n\"Live Green. Swim Warm.\"\r\n\r\n\r\nThe information contained in this electronic mail transmission and its attachments may be privileged and confidential and protected from disclosure. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient (or an individual responsible for delivery of the message to such person), you are strictly prohibited from copying, disseminating or distributing this communication. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and destroy all electronic, paper or other versions.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','','','draft','open','open','','','','','2012-04-11 20:39:41','2012-04-11 20:39:41','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=638',0,'post','',0),(639,3,'2012-04-11 20:39:05','2012-04-11 20:39:05','So you want to increase your local visibility in some key markets, while keeping costs low? There are a few tricks that may help drive more traffic your way - including your idea for a \"landing page\" loaded with keywords (for example a page listing all counties in your desired market called \"Areas We Service\").\n\n&nbsp;\n\nI can give you an easy one today that should help almost immediately and won\'t cost a dime.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nHave you heard of <a title=\"http://www.google.com/places/\" href=\"http://www.google.com/places/\" target=\"_blank\">Google Places</a>? It\'s essentially a listing service provided by Google, for local businesses, and it\'s free. You set your service range, add a logo and some photos, and you\'re done. Beyond the obvious benefits of an additional listing on the most popular search engine, Places are also integrated into Google Maps, which display local listings at the top of Google search results.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBy default, Google already has most businesses listed in its system somewhere. Gen-Con, for instance, appears here: <a title=\"http://bit.ly/HwNz97\" href=\"http://bit.ly/HwNz97\">http://bit.ly/HwNz97</a>. You will see in the upper right corner (above the map) \"Business Owner?\" - clicking that will take you to the Google Places landing page, where you have the option of signing in or signing up. If you have a Google account, go ahead and sign in. If not, follow the prompts, it shouldn\'t take long. A Google login is a good thing to have nowadays, as they do offer a lot of premium services at no cost once you are signed up. I noticed the address is not what we have on file, so it may be best to claim this listing as your own and make any updates necessary.\n\nPlaces will require \"validation/verification\" that you are who you say you are. This can be accomplished via phone or by mail.\n\nIf you have any questions on setting this on, please reach out to me and I can help walk you through it.\n\nBack to the landing page idea, for a moment. If it\'s something that can be accomplished with little investment of time on your part, such as sending a list of counties to your web guy and having him pop a page onto the the site, then I say go for it.  I should mention though, that this type of \"keyword stuffing\" can also be looked at as a bad thing, by search engines like Google. Their algorithm is a moving target, so what can help one day can hurt the next. That\'s the nature of their beast.\n\nRegards,\n\nDan\n--\nDan SizeloveMarketing Coordinator\n\nAquatherm Industries, Inc.\n(732) 905-9002, Ext: 228\n<a title=\"mailto:jdsizelove@warmwater.com\" href=\"mailto:jdsizelove@warmwater.com\">jdsizelove@warmwater.com</a>\n\n\"Live Green. Swim Warm.\"\n\n\nThe information contained in this electronic mail transmission and its attachments may be privileged and confidential and protected from disclosure. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient (or an individual responsible for delivery of the message to such person), you are strictly prohibited from copying, disseminating or distributing this communication. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and destroy all electronic, paper or other versions.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','','','inherit','open','open','','638-revision','','','2012-04-11 20:39:05','2012-04-11 20:39:05','',638,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=639',0,'revision','',0),(666,2,'2012-05-01 16:36:40','2012-05-01 16:36:40','If you’re lucky enough to live in the certain markets around the country that are finally making their way out of the recession, your sales are probably beginning to rebound. If not – and since you can’t move your business – you have to make the best out of what you have; but does it really just come down to luck of the geographic draw?\r\n\r\nWe tapped our network leaders and here’s what they have to say about the definition of luck:\r\n<blockquote><strong>Luck is the moment when opportunity and preparedness meet.</strong></blockquote>\r\nHere are a couple of ideas you can implement even in the busy season to add to your marketing efforts:<!--more-->\r\n\r\nFirst, regardless of where you’re located, there’s a lot of pent-up demand in the marketplace. Consumers have put off making major purchasing decisions and are just plain tired of waiting for the economy to improve. That’s the opportunity.\r\n\r\nBe ready when they are by following up with any presentations you’ve given in the last three to four years that didn’t purchase from you. You never know when they’re going to be ready, but you can make sure your name is the one that comes to mind when they are. That’s preparedness.\r\n\r\nBut how do you stay in front of these potential customers till then? Sure, a call is best, but it’s also time consuming and you don’t want to hound them to death every few months. Today, getting an email address is a key part of the sales process.\r\n\r\nWhere and how should you ask for their email address?\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ask for their email address when you set the appointment so you can email them a reminder prior to your meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Add it to your contract form as part of your contact information section. This sets the stage for requesting testimonials, referrals, and a “thank you” note for their business.</li>\r\n	<li>At a home show, add it to your lead form for every show and send a quick “thank you for stopping by our booth” note. Try including a coupon or offer they can use during your meeting. Then you can follow up with a phone call to set the appointment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nIt takes about 10-15 minutes to craft an email and blast it off to your list. If you use one of the dozens of email marketing services (e.g. Constant Contact or iContact), you can even see who opens your emails and what links they click. Feel free to reach out to Dan with any questions on setting something up.\r\n\r\nNow, on to the sales numbers for last month. Congratulations to <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who takes the top spot in March with 294 collectors and narrowly beat out <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who came in second with 280 collectors for the month. Way to go Mark and Bill! Coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Performance Solar</strong> with 240 collectors. Nice job Dennis.\r\n\r\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 41 sales for March. Outstanding job Mark! In 2nd place is <strong>Bill Long</strong> of Stilwell Solar with 24 sales – nice month Bill. Tying for third with 19 each are <strong>Bill Park</strong> and <strong>Terry</strong> Naylor.\r\n\r\nI’d also like to call out <strong>Gerry Kilgore</strong>, <strong>Bill Long</strong> and <strong>Bill Park</strong>, who are each up over 50% for the year, and <strong>Jim Roark</strong>, who is up over 200% from last year!\r\n\r\nThank you all for your efforts.\r\n\r\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the World Renewable Energy Forum (formerly known as the ASES National Solar Conference) in Denver, Colorado, May 15 – 17. We will be in booth 1016 and hope to see some of you there!\r\n\r\nBest,\r\n\r\nMolly','March Sales Report','','publish','open','open','','march-sales-report','','','2012-05-01 16:39:14','2012-05-01 16:39:14','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=666',0,'post','',0),(641,3,'2012-04-11 21:06:48','2012-04-11 21:06:48','Greetings, Network!\r\n\r\nI\'ve just added a new topic to the forum, and wanted to spread the word...\r\n\r\nHere\'s an excerpt, you can find the whole post in the Forum section of the AI Network Dealer Portal.\r\n<blockquote>Have you heard of Google Places? It\'s essentially a listing service provided by Google, for local businesses, and it\'s free. You set your service range, add a logo and some photos, and you\'re done. Beyond the obvious benefits of an additional listing on the most popular search engine, Places are also integrated into Google Maps, which display local listings at the top of Google search results.</blockquote>\r\nPlease take 5 minutes to read <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/minibb/index.php?action=vthread&amp;forum=3&amp;topic=6\"> <strong>\"Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing\"</strong></a> in the <strong>Online Marketing Forum</strong>.\r\n\r\nWarm Regards,\r\n\r\nDan Sizelove\r\nMarketing Coordinator','FORUM: Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing','','publish','open','open','','forum-increase-web-visibility-using-google-places-local-business-listing','','','2012-04-11 21:06:48','2012-04-11 21:06:48','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=641',0,'post','',0),(642,3,'2012-04-11 20:57:46','2012-04-11 20:57:46','Greetings, Network!\n\nI\'ve just added a new topic to the forum, and wanted to spread the word here...\n\nHere\'s an excerpt, you can find the whole post in the Forum section of the AI Network Dealer Portal.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nPlease take a moment to read<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/minibb/index.php?action=vthread&amp;forum=3&amp;topic=6\"> <strong>\"Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing\"</strong></a> in the <strong>Online Marketing Forum</strong>.\n\nWarm Regards,\n\n&nbsp;','FORUM: Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing','','inherit','open','open','','641-revision','','','2012-04-11 20:57:46','2012-04-11 20:57:46','',641,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=642',0,'revision','',0),(643,3,'2012-04-11 20:58:10','2012-04-11 20:58:10','Greetings, Network!\r\n\r\nI\'ve just added a new topic to the forum, and wanted to spread the word here...\r\n\r\nHere\'s an excerpt, you can find the whole post in the Forum section of the AI Network Dealer Portal.\r\n<blockquote>Have you heard of Google Places? It\'s essentially a listing service provided by Google, for local businesses, and it\'s free. You set your service range, add a logo and some photos, and you\'re done. Beyond the obvious benefits of an additional listing on the most popular search engine, Places are also integrated into Google Maps, which display local listings at the top of Google search results.</blockquote>\r\nPlease take a moment to read<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/minibb/index.php?action=vthread&amp;forum=3&amp;topic=6\"> <strong>\"Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing\"</strong></a> in the <strong>Online Marketing Forum</strong>.\r\n\r\nWarm Regards,\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','FORUM: Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing','','inherit','open','open','','641-revision-2','','','2012-04-11 20:58:10','2012-04-11 20:58:10','',641,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=643',0,'revision','',0),(644,3,'2012-04-11 20:58:11','2012-04-11 20:58:11','Greetings, Network!\r\n\r\nI\'ve just added a new topic to the forum, and wanted to spread the word here...\r\n\r\nHere\'s an excerpt, you can find the whole post in the Forum section of the AI Network Dealer Portal.\r\n<blockquote>Have you heard of Google Places? It\'s essentially a listing service provided by Google, for local businesses, and it\'s free. You set your service range, add a logo and some photos, and you\'re done. Beyond the obvious benefits of an additional listing on the most popular search engine, Places are also integrated into Google Maps, which display local listings at the top of Google search results.</blockquote>\r\nPlease take a moment to read<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/minibb/index.php?action=vthread&amp;forum=3&amp;topic=6\"> <strong>\"Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing\"</strong></a> in the <strong>Online Marketing Forum</strong>.\r\n\r\nWarm Regards,\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','FORUM: Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing','','inherit','open','open','','641-revision-3','','','2012-04-11 20:58:11','2012-04-11 20:58:11','',641,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=644',0,'revision','',0),(645,3,'2012-04-11 20:58:30','2012-04-11 20:58:30','Greetings, Network!\r\n\r\nI\'ve just added a new topic to the forum, and wanted to spread the word here...\r\n\r\nHere\'s an excerpt, you can find the whole post in the Forum section of the AI Network Dealer Portal.\r\n<blockquote>Have you heard of Google Places? It\'s essentially a listing service provided by Google, for local businesses, and it\'s free. You set your service range, add a logo and some photos, and you\'re done. Beyond the obvious benefits of an additional listing on the most popular search engine, Places are also integrated into Google Maps, which display local listings at the top of Google search results.</blockquote>\r\nPlease take a moment to read<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/minibb/index.php?action=vthread&amp;forum=3&amp;topic=6\"> <strong>\"Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing\"</strong></a> in the <strong>Online Marketing Forum</strong>.\r\n\r\nWarm Regards,\r\n\r\nDan Sizelove\r\nMarketing Coordinator','FORUM: Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing','','inherit','open','open','','641-revision-4','','','2012-04-11 20:58:30','2012-04-11 20:58:30','',641,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=645',0,'revision','',0),(646,3,'2012-04-11 21:01:40','2012-04-11 21:01:40','Greetings, Network!\r\n\r\nI\'ve just added a new topic to the forum, and wanted to spread the word...\r\n\r\nHere\'s an excerpt, you can find the whole post in the Forum section of the AI Network Dealer Portal.\r\n<blockquote>Have you heard of Google Places? It\'s essentially a listing service provided by Google, for local businesses, and it\'s free. You set your service range, add a logo and some photos, and you\'re done. Beyond the obvious benefits of an additional listing on the most popular search engine, Places are also integrated into Google Maps, which display local listings at the top of Google search results.</blockquote>\r\nPlease take 5 minutes to read <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/minibb/index.php?action=vthread&amp;forum=3&amp;topic=6\"> <strong>\"Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing\"</strong></a> in the <strong>Online Marketing Forum</strong>.\r\n\r\nWarm Regards,\r\n\r\nDan Sizelove\r\nMarketing Coordinator','FORUM: Increase Web Visibility Using Google Places Local Business Listing','','inherit','open','open','','641-revision-5','','','2012-04-11 21:01:40','2012-04-11 21:01:40','',641,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=646',0,'revision','',0),(648,3,'2012-04-13 14:27:50','2012-04-13 14:27:50','','Heliocol Moss','','inherit','open','open','','heliocol-moss','','','2012-04-13 14:27:50','2012-04-13 14:27:50','',647,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(649,3,'2012-04-13 14:26:18','2012-04-13 14:26:18','How does it go?  \"A rolling stone gathers no moss\"?\n\nWhile that may be true of rolling stones, it is certainly not true of this rooftop after the homeowner\'s Heliocol panels have been removed.','Heliocol \"After\" Photo - ','','inherit','open','open','','647-revision','','','2012-04-13 14:26:18','2012-04-13 14:26:18','',647,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=649',0,'revision','',0),(650,3,'2012-04-13 14:29:23','2012-04-13 14:29:23','How does it go?  \"A rolling stone gathers no moss\"?\r\n\r\nWhile that may be true of rolling stones, it is certainly not true of this former Heliocol customer\'s rooftop.  Thanks to Tom Lane of ECS Solar for sending this one in...\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_648\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-648\" title=\"Heliocol Moss\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;</p>','Heliocol \"After\" Photo - ','','inherit','open','open','','647-revision-2','','','2012-04-13 14:29:23','2012-04-13 14:29:23','',647,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=650',0,'revision','',0),(651,3,'2012-04-13 14:30:18','2012-04-13 14:30:18','How does it go?  \"A rolling stone gathers no moss\"?\n\nWhile that may be true of rolling stones, it is certainly not true of this former Heliocol customer\'s rooftop.\n\nThanks to Tom Lane of ECS Solar for sending this one in...\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_648\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-648\" title=\"Heliocol Moss\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>[/caption]\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">If you have any photos of comp</p>','Heliocol \"After\" Photo - ','','inherit','open','open','','647-revision-3','','','2012-04-13 14:30:18','2012-04-13 14:30:18','',647,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=651',0,'revision','',0),(652,3,'2012-04-13 14:32:18','2012-04-13 14:32:18','How does it go?  \"A rolling stone gathers no moss\"?\r\n\r\nWhile that may be true of rolling stones, it is certainly not true of this former Heliocol customer\'s rooftop.\r\n\r\nIf you have any photos of competitive systems gone wild, feel free to send them over to Dave, Molly, or myself, and we will post them to the Portal to share with the rest of the Network.\r\n\r\nThanks to Tom Lane of ECS Solar for sending this one in...\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_648\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"640\" caption=\"Click the image to view larger\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-648\" title=\"Heliocol Moss\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Heliocol-Moss-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;</p>','Heliocol \"After\" Photo - 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That’s preparedness.\n\nBut how do you stay in front of these potential customers till then? Sure, a call is best, but it’s also time consuming and you don’t want to hound them to death every few months. Today, getting an email address is a key part of the sales process.\n\nWhere and how should you ask for their email address?\n<ul>\n	<li>Ask for their email address when you set the appointment so you can email them a reminder prior to your meeting.</li>\n	<li>Add it to your contract form as part of your contact information section. This sets the stage for requesting testimonials, referrals, and a “thank you” note for their business.</li>\n	<li>At a home show, add it to your lead form for every show and send a quick “thank you for stopping by our booth” note. Try including a coupon or offer they can use during your meeting. Then you can follow up with a phone call to set the appointment.</li>\n</ul>\nIt takes about 10-15 minutes to craft an email and blast it off to your list. If you use one of the dozens of email marketing services (e.g. Constant Contact or iContact), you can even see who opens your emails and what links they click. Feel free to reach out to Dan with any questions on setting something up.\n\nNow, on to the sales numbers for last month. Congratulations to <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who takes the top spot in March with 294 collectors and narrowly beat out <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who came in second with 280 collectors for the month. Way to go Mark and Bill! Coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Performance Solar</strong> with 240 collectors. Nice job Dennis.\n\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 41 sales for March. Outstanding job Mark! In 2nd place is <strong>Bill Long</strong> of Stilwell Solar with 24 sales – nice month Bill. 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That’s preparedness.\n\nBut how do you stay in front of these potential customers till then? Sure, a call is best, but it’s also time consuming and you don’t want to hound them to death every few months. Today, getting an email address is a key part of the sales process.\n\nWhere and how should you ask for their email address?\n<ul>\n	<li>Ask for their email address when you set the appointment so you can email them a reminder prior to your meeting.</li>\n	<li>Add it to your contract form as part of your contact information section. This sets the stage for requesting testimonials, referrals, and a “thank you” note for their business.</li>\n	<li>At a home show, add it to your lead form for every show and send a quick “thank you for stopping by our booth” note. Try including a coupon or offer they can use during your meeting. Then you can follow up with a phone call to set the appointment.</li>\n</ul>\nIt takes about 10-15 minutes to craft an email and blast it off to your list. 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If not – and since you can’t move your business – you have to make the best out of what you have; but does it really just come down to luck of the geographic draw?\r\n\r\nWe tapped our network leaders and here’s what they have to say about the definition of luck:\r\n<blockquote><strong>Luck is the moment when opportunity and preparedness meet.</strong></blockquote>\r\nHere are a couple of ideas you can implement even in the busy season to add to your marketing efforts:\r\n\r\nFirst, regardless of where you’re located, there’s a lot of pent-up demand in the marketplace. Consumers have put off making major purchasing decisions and are just plain tired of waiting for the economy to improve. That’s the opportunity.\r\n\r\nBe ready when they are by following up with any presentations you’ve given in the last three to four years that didn’t purchase from you. You never know when they’re going to be ready, but you can make sure your name is the one that comes to mind when they are. That’s preparedness.\r\n\r\nBut how do you stay in front of these potential customers till then? Sure, a call is best, but it’s also time consuming and you don’t want to hound them to death every few months. Today, getting an email address is a key part of the sales process.\r\n\r\nWhere and how should you ask for their email address?\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ask for their email address when you set the appointment so you can email them a reminder prior to your meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Add it to your contract form as part of your contact information section. This sets the stage for requesting testimonials, referrals, and a “thank you” note for their business.</li>\r\n	<li>At a home show, add it to your lead form for every show and send a quick “thank you for stopping by our booth” note. Try including a coupon or offer they can use during your meeting. Then you can follow up with a phone call to set the appointment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nIt takes about 10-15 minutes to craft an email and blast it off to your list. If you use one of the dozens of email marketing services (e.g. Constant Contact or iContact), you can even see who opens your emails and what links they click. Feel free to reach out to Dan with any questions on setting something up.\r\n\r\nNow, on to the sales numbers for last month. Congratulations to <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who takes the top spot in March with 294 collectors and narrowly beat out <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who came in second with 280 collectors for the month. Way to go Mark and Bill! Coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Performance Solar</strong> with 240 collectors. Nice job Dennis.\r\n\r\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 41 sales for March. Outstanding job Mark! In 2nd place is <strong>Bill Long</strong> of Stilwell Solar with 24 sales – nice month Bill. Tying for third with 19 each are <strong>Bill Park</strong> and <strong>Terry</strong> Naylor.\r\n\r\nI’d also like to call out <strong>Gerry Kilgore</strong>, <strong>Bill Long</strong> and <strong>Bill Park</strong>, who are each up over 50% for the year, and <strong>Jim Roark</strong>, who is up over 200% from last year!\r\n\r\nThank you all for your efforts.\r\n\r\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the World Renewable Energy Forum (formerly known as the ASES National Solar Conference) in Denver, Colorado, May 15 – 17. We will be in booth 1016 and hope to see some of you there!\r\n\r\nBest,\r\n\r\nMolly','March Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','666-revision-4','','','2012-05-01 16:36:40','2012-05-01 16:36:40','',666,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=670',0,'revision','',0),(671,3,'2012-05-01 16:37:39','2012-05-01 16:37:39','If you’re lucky enough to live in the certain markets around the country that are finally making their way out of the recession, your sales are probably beginning to rebound. If not – and since you can’t move your business – you have to make the best out of what you have; but does it really just come down to luck of the geographic draw?\r\n\r\nWe tapped our network leaders and here’s what they have to say about the definition of luck:\r\n<blockquote><strong>Luck is the moment when opportunity and preparedness meet.</strong></blockquote>\r\nHere are a couple of ideas you can implement even in the busy season to add to your marketing efforts:\r\n\r\nFirst, regardless of where you’re located, there’s a lot of pent-up demand in the marketplace. Consumers have put off making major purchasing decisions and are just plain tired of waiting for the economy to improve. That’s the opportunity.\r\n\r\nBe ready when they are by following up with any presentations you’ve given in the last three to four years that didn’t purchase from you. You never know when they’re going to be ready, but you can make sure your name is the one that comes to mind when they are. That’s preparedness.\r\n\r\nBut how do you stay in front of these potential customers till then? Sure, a call is best, but it’s also time consuming and you don’t want to hound them to death every few months. Today, getting an email address is a key part of the sales process.\r\n\r\nWhere and how should you ask for their email address?\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ask for their email address when you set the appointment so you can email them a reminder prior to your meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Add it to your contract form as part of your contact information section. This sets the stage for requesting testimonials, referrals, and a “thank you” note for their business.</li>\r\n	<li>At a home show, add it to your lead form for every show and send a quick “thank you for stopping by our booth” note. Try including a coupon or offer they can use during your meeting. Then you can follow up with a phone call to set the appointment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nIt takes about 10-15 minutes to craft an email and blast it off to your list. If you use one of the dozens of email marketing services (e.g. Constant Contact or iContact), you can even see who opens your emails and what links they click. Feel free to reach out to Dan with any questions on setting something up.\r\n\r\nNow, on to the sales numbers for last month. Congratulations to <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who takes the top spot in March with 294 collectors and narrowly beat out <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who came in second with 280 collectors for the month. Way to go Mark and Bill! Coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Performance Solar</strong> with 240 collectors. Nice job Dennis.\r\n\r\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 41 sales for March. Outstanding job Mark! In 2nd place is <strong>Bill Long</strong> of Stilwell Solar with 24 sales – nice month Bill. Tying for third with 19 each are <strong>Bill Park</strong> and <strong>Terry</strong> Naylor.\r\n\r\nI’d also like to call out <strong>Gerry Kilgore</strong>, <strong>Bill Long</strong> and <strong>Bill Park</strong>, who are each up over 50% for the year, and <strong>Jim Roark</strong>, who is up over 200% from last year!\r\n\r\nThank you all for your efforts.\r\n\r\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the World Renewable Energy Forum (formerly known as the ASES National Solar Conference) in Denver, Colorado, May 15 – 17. We will be in booth 1016 and hope to see some of you there!\r\n\r\nBest,\r\n\r\nMolly','March Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','666-revision-5','','','2012-05-01 16:37:39','2012-05-01 16:37:39','',666,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=671',0,'revision','',0),(673,3,'2012-05-01 16:37:50','2012-05-01 16:37:50','If you’re lucky enough to live in the certain markets around the country that are finally making their way out of the recession, your sales are probably beginning to rebound. If not – and since you can’t move your business – you have to make the best out of what you have; but does it really just come down to luck of the geographic draw?\r\n\r\nWe tapped our network leaders and here’s what they have to say about the definition of luck:\r\n<blockquote><strong>Luck is the moment when opportunity and preparedness meet.</strong></blockquote>\r\nHere are a couple of ideas you can implement even in the busy season to add to your marketing efforts:\r\n\r\nFirst, regardless of where you’re located, there’s a lot of pent-up demand in the marketplace. Consumers have put off making major purchasing decisions and are just plain tired of waiting for the economy to improve. That’s the opportunity.\r\n\r\nBe ready when they are by following up with any presentations you’ve given in the last three to four years that didn’t purchase from you. You never know when they’re going to be ready, but you can make sure your name is the one that comes to mind when they are. That’s preparedness.\r\n\r\nBut how do you stay in front of these potential customers till then? Sure, a call is best, but it’s also time consuming and you don’t want to hound them to death every few months. Today, getting an email address is a key part of the sales process.\r\n\r\nWhere and how should you ask for their email address?\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ask for their email address when you set the appointment so you can email them a reminder prior to your meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Add it to your contract form as part of your contact information section. This sets the stage for requesting testimonials, referrals, and a “thank you” note for their business.</li>\r\n	<li>At a home show, add it to your lead form for every show and send a quick “thank you for stopping by our booth” note. Try including a coupon or offer they can use during your meeting. Then you can follow up with a phone call to set the appointment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nIt takes about 10-15 minutes to craft an email and blast it off to your list. If you use one of the dozens of email marketing services (e.g. Constant Contact or iContact), you can even see who opens your emails and what links they click. Feel free to reach out to Dan with any questions on setting something up.\r\n\r\nNow, on to the sales numbers for last month. Congratulations to <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who takes the top spot in March with 294 collectors and narrowly beat out <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who came in second with 280 collectors for the month. Way to go Mark and Bill! Coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Performance Solar</strong> with 240 collectors. Nice job Dennis.\r\n\r\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 41 sales for March. Outstanding job Mark! In 2nd place is <strong>Bill Long</strong> of Stilwell Solar with 24 sales – nice month Bill. Tying for third with 19 each are <strong>Bill Park</strong> and <strong>Terry</strong> Naylor.\r\n\r\nI’d also like to call out <strong>Gerry Kilgore</strong>, <strong>Bill Long</strong> and <strong>Bill Park</strong>, who are each up over 50% for the year, and <strong>Jim Roark</strong>, who is up over 200% from last year!\r\n\r\nThank you all for your efforts.\r\n\r\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the World Renewable Energy Forum (formerly known as the ASES National Solar Conference) in Denver, Colorado, May 15 – 17. We will be in booth 1016 and hope to see some of you there!\r\n\r\nBest,\r\n\r\nMolly','March Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','666-revision-6','','','2012-05-01 16:37:50','2012-05-01 16:37:50','',666,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=673',0,'revision','',0),(674,3,'2012-05-01 16:40:18','2012-05-01 16:40:18','If you’re lucky enough to live in the certain markets around the country that are finally making their way out of the recession, your sales are probably beginning to rebound. If not – and since you can’t move your business – you have to make the best out of what you have; but does it really just come down to luck of the geographic draw?\n\nWe tapped our network leaders and here’s what they have to say about the definition of luck:\n<blockquote><strong>Luck is the moment when opportunity and preparedness meet.</strong></blockquote>\nHere are a couple of ideas you can implement even in the busy season to add to your marketing efforts:<!--more-->\n\nFirst, regardless of where you’re located, there’s a lot of pent-up demand in the marketplace. Consumers have put off making major purchasing decisions and are just plain tired of waiting for the economy to improve. That’s the opportunity.\n\nBe ready when they are by following up with any presentations you’ve given in the last three to four years that didn’t purchase from you. You never know when they’re going to be ready, but you can make sure your name is the one that comes to mind when they are. That’s preparedness.\n\nBut how do you stay in front of these potential customers till then? Sure, a call is best, but it’s also time consuming and you don’t want to hound them to death every few months. Today, getting an email address is a key part of the sales process.\n\nWhere and how should you ask for their email address?\n<ul>\n	<li>Ask for their email address when you set the appointment so you can email them a reminder prior to your meeting.</li>\n	<li>Add it to your contract form as part of your contact information section. This sets the stage for requesting testimonials, referrals, and a “thank you” note for their business.</li>\n	<li>At a home show, add it to your lead form for every show and send a quick “thank you for stopping by our booth” note. Try including a coupon or offer they can use during your meeting. Then you can follow up with a phone call to set the appointment.</li>\n</ul>\nIt takes about 10-15 minutes to craft an email and blast it off to your list. If you use one of the dozens of email marketing services (e.g. Constant Contact or iContact), you can even see who opens your emails and what links they click. Feel free to reach out to Dan with any questions on setting something up.\n\nNow, on to the sales numbers for last month. Congratulations to <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who takes the top spot in March with 294 collectors and narrowly beat out <strong>Stilwell Solar</strong> who came in second with 280 collectors for the month. Way to go Mark and Bill! Coming in with a 3rd place finish is <strong>Performance Solar</strong> with 240 collectors. Nice job Dennis.\n\nThe Top Salesman spot goes to <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists with 41 sales for March. Outstanding job Mark! In 2nd place is <strong>Bill Long</strong> of Stilwell Solar with 24 sales – nice month Bill. Tying for third with 19 each are <strong>Bill Park</strong> and <strong>Terry</strong> Naylor.\n\nI’d also like to call out <strong>Gerry Kilgore</strong>, <strong>Bill Long</strong> and <strong>Bill Park</strong>, who are each up over 50% for the year, and <strong>Jim Roark</strong>, who is up over 200% from last year!\n\nThank you all for your efforts.\n\nAquatherm will be exhibiting at the World Renewable Energy Forum (formerly known as the ASES National Solar Conference) in Denver, Colorado, May 15 – 17. We will be in booth 1016 and hope to see some of you there!\n\nBest,\n\nMolly','March Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','666-autosave','','','2012-05-01 16:40:18','2012-05-01 16:40:18','',666,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=674',0,'revision','',0),(679,2,'2012-05-08 22:32:00','2012-05-08 22:32:00','Click here to download the specification sheet for frameless collectors <a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Spec-Sheet-Framless-Collectors.pdf\">Spec Sheet Framless Collectors</a>','Technosolis Specification Sheet - Frameless Collectors','','inherit','open','open','','677-revision','','','2012-05-08 22:32:00','2012-05-08 22:32:00','',677,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=679',0,'revision','',0),(682,3,'2012-05-24 17:35:50','2012-05-24 17:35:50','<em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">UPDATED 6/8/12:  Download links now include side-by-side SRCC summary sheet slide.</span></em>\r\n\r\n<em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"> </span></em>\r\n\r\nIn March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\r\n\r\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\r\n\r\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Download links:</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/SI-HC-BTU-Charts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a> (12.2mb)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/AI-BTU-Charts.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a> (12.2mb)\r\n\r\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\r\n\r\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\r\n\r\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\r\n\r\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','publish','open','open','','sales-presentation-special-insert-new-lower-heliocol-srcc-test-data','','','2012-06-08 19:30:19','2012-06-08 19:30:19','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=682',0,'post','',0),(681,3,'2012-05-10 17:27:58','2012-05-10 17:27:58','','SI - HC BTU Charts','','inherit','open','open','','si-hc-btu-charts','','','2012-05-10 17:27:58','2012-05-10 17:27:58','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/SI-HC-BTU-Charts.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(683,3,'2012-05-24 17:27:12','2012-05-24 17:27:12','In March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\n\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.\n\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\n\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\n\nThe slides can be downloaded using the following link:\n\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEIBGfUP6O-MxM_m0x6z3NU3mDbSKXdL9PZNvy8pAXLkkr\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\n\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\n\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\n\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\n\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\n\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-revision','','','2012-05-24 17:27:12','2012-05-24 17:27:12','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=683',0,'revision','',0),(690,3,'2012-05-25 13:18:59','2012-05-25 13:18:59','Its official - the busy season is here! In my conversations with all of you it is clear that this year is marking a better start to the season than the last few years. A good sign that the economy is starting to recover and you are taking advantage of the pent up demand.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nBut with demand, comes competition. As we have been communicating with you over the past few months, Heliocol took a direct stab at us with a marketing piece that used their old performance numbers as a comparison tool. As we know, they were hiding the fact that their new numbers were about to be posted by SRCC. After reviewing the new numbers, we created a few “consumer friendly” charts to be included with your sales presentation materials. Dan sent those out to everyone on April 27<sup>th</sup> and they are posted on the portal as well.\r\n\r\nWe feel however, that it is still important to have a discussion about the slides in order to effectively describe this information to the average consumer. I will be holding a few quick 15 minute webinars to review the new sales presentation slides. Please look for emails from me with dates and times over the next two weeks and please make an effort to sit in on one.\r\n\r\nWe’ll also be covering the news that Magen Eco-Energy, the manufacturer of Heliocol and SunStar collectors in Israel have bought out Victor Eyal’s interest in Heliocol, USA and their distributor, UMA Solar.\r\n\r\nWe realize you are all in the middle of your busy season, but arming yourself with this new information will thwart Heliocol’s chances in the home significantly. I look forward to talking with you all soon and commit to keeping the meetings short!\r\n\r\nNow let’s see the numbers for April.<strong> </strong>Congratulations to<strong> Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who dominated the top dealer spot with 343 collectors sold for April. <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 198 collectors, and third place goes to <strong>Stilwell Solar </strong>with an impressive 182 collectors for April. Way to go Bill and Scott!<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 46 sales for April. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Park</strong> from<strong> </strong>Central Florida Solar<strong> </strong>is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 24 sales for April. Fabulous job Bill – you’re up nearly 25% from last year. Rounding out 3<sup>rd</sup> place is <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> from Naylor Solar Specialists with 23 sales. Well done Terry – such a close race for second and third this month!\r\n\r\n<strong>Aquatherm will be closed Monday, May 28th for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 29th. Enjoy your holiday everyone!</strong>','April Sales Report','','publish','open','open','','april-sales-report','','','2012-06-06 13:22:46','2012-06-06 13:22:46','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=690',0,'post','',0),(685,3,'2012-05-24 17:33:31','2012-05-24 17:33:31','','BTU-Charts1','','inherit','open','open','','btu-charts1','','','2012-05-24 17:33:31','2012-05-24 17:33:31','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/BTU-Charts1.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(686,3,'2012-05-24 17:35:45','2012-05-24 17:35:45','In March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\n\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.\n\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\n\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\n\nThe slides can be downloaded using the following links:\n\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEIBGfUP6O-MxM_m0x6z3NU3mDbSKXdL9PZNvy8pAXLkkr\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/BTU-Charts1.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\n\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\n\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\n\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\n\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\n\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-revision-2','','','2012-05-24 17:35:45','2012-05-24 17:35:45','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=686',0,'revision','',0),(687,3,'2012-06-08 19:30:05','2012-06-08 19:30:05','<em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">UPDATED 6/8/12:  Download links now include side-by-side SRCC summary sheet slide.</span></em>\r\n\r\n<em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"> </span></em>\r\n\r\nIn March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\r\n\r\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\r\n\r\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Download links:</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/SI-HC-BTU-Charts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a> (12.2mb)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/AI-BTU-Charts.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a> (12.2mb)\r\n\r\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\r\n\r\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\r\n\r\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\r\n\r\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-autosave','','','2012-06-08 19:30:05','2012-06-08 19:30:05','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=687',0,'revision','',0),(689,3,'2012-05-24 17:35:50','2012-05-24 17:35:50','In March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\r\n\r\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.\r\n\r\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\r\n\r\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\r\n\r\nThe slides can be downloaded using the following links:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEIBGfUP6O-MxM_m0x6z3NU3mDbSKXdL9PZNvy8pAXLkkr\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/BTU-Charts1.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\r\n\r\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\r\n\r\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\r\n\r\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-revision-3','','','2012-05-24 17:35:50','2012-05-24 17:35:50','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=689',0,'revision','',0),(691,3,'2012-06-06 13:21:05','2012-06-06 13:21:05','Its official - the busy season is here! In my conversations with all of you it is clear that this year is marking a better start to the season than the last few years. A good sign that the economy is starting to recover and you are taking advantage of the pent up demand.\n\nBut with demand, comes competition. As we have been communicating with you over the past few months, Heliocol took a direct stab at us with a marketing piece that used their old performance numbers as a comparison tool. As we know, they were hiding the fact that their new numbers were about to be posted by SRCC. After reviewing the new numbers, we created a few “consumer friendly” charts to be included with your sales presentation materials. Dan sent those out to everyone on April 27<sup>th</sup> and they are posted on the portal as well.\n\nWe feel however, that it is still important to have a discussion about the slides in order to effectively describe this information to the average consumer. I will be holding a few quick 15 minute webinars to review the new sales presentation slides. Please look for emails from me with dates and times over the next two weeks and please make an effort to sit in on one.\n\nWe’ll also be covering the news that Magen Eco-Energy, the manufacturer of Heliocol and SunStar collectors in Israel have bought out Victor Eyal’s interest in Heliocol, USA and their distributor, UMA Solar.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWe realize you are all in the middle of your busy season, but arming yourself with this new information will thwart Heliocol’s chances in the home significantly. I look forward to talking with you all soon and commit to keeping the meetings short!\n\nNow let’s see the numbers for April.<strong> </strong>Congratulations to<strong> Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who dominated the top dealer spot with 343 collectors sold for April. <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 198 collectors, and third place goes to <strong>Stilwell Solar </strong>with an impressive 182 collectors for April. Way to go Bill and Scott!<strong></strong>\n\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 46 sales for April. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Park</strong> from<strong> </strong>Central Florida Solar<strong> </strong>is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 24 sales for April. Fabulous job Bill – you’re up nearly 25% from last year. Rounding out 3<sup>rd</sup> place is <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> from Naylor Solar Specialists with 23 sales. Well done Terry – such a close race for second and third this month!\n\n<strong>Aquatherm will be closed Monday, May 28th for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 29th. Enjoy your holiday everyone!</strong>','April Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','690-revision','','','2012-06-06 13:21:05','2012-06-06 13:21:05','',690,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=691',0,'revision','',0),(692,3,'2012-06-06 13:21:43','2012-06-06 13:21:43','Its official - the busy season is here! In my conversations with all of you it is clear that this year is marking a better start to the season than the last few years. A good sign that the economy is starting to recover and you are taking advantage of the pent up demand.\r\n\r\nBut with demand, comes competition. As we have been communicating with you over the past few months, Heliocol took a direct stab at us with a marketing piece that used their old performance numbers as a comparison tool. As we know, they were hiding the fact that their new numbers were about to be posted by SRCC. After reviewing the new numbers, we created a few “consumer friendly” charts to be included with your sales presentation materials. Dan sent those out to everyone on April 27<sup>th</sup> and they are posted on the portal as well.\r\n\r\nWe feel however, that it is still important to have a discussion about the slides in order to effectively describe this information to the average consumer. I will be holding a few quick 15 minute webinars to review the new sales presentation slides. Please look for emails from me with dates and times over the next two weeks and please make an effort to sit in on one.\r\n\r\nWe’ll also be covering the news that Magen Eco-Energy, the manufacturer of Heliocol and SunStar collectors in Israel have bought out Victor Eyal’s interest in Heliocol, USA and their distributor, UMA Solar.\r\n\r\nWe realize you are all in the middle of your busy season, but arming yourself with this new information will thwart Heliocol’s chances in the home significantly. I look forward to talking with you all soon and commit to keeping the meetings short!\r\n\r\nNow let’s see the numbers for April.<strong> </strong>Congratulations to<strong> Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who dominated the top dealer spot with 343 collectors sold for April. <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 198 collectors, and third place goes to <strong>Stilwell Solar </strong>with an impressive 182 collectors for April. Way to go Bill and Scott!<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 46 sales for April. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Park</strong> from<strong> </strong>Central Florida Solar<strong> </strong>is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 24 sales for April. Fabulous job Bill – you’re up nearly 25% from last year. Rounding out 3<sup>rd</sup> place is <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> from Naylor Solar Specialists with 23 sales. Well done Terry – such a close race for second and third this month!\r\n\r\n<strong>Aquatherm will be closed Monday, May 28th for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 29th. Enjoy your holiday everyone!</strong>','April Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','690-revision-2','','','2012-06-06 13:21:43','2012-06-06 13:21:43','',690,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=692',0,'revision','',0),(693,3,'2012-06-06 13:22:07','2012-06-06 13:22:07','Its official - the busy season is here! In my conversations with all of you it is clear that this year is marking a better start to the season than the last few years. A good sign that the economy is starting to recover and you are taking advantage of the pent up demand.\r\n\r\nBut with demand, comes competition. As we have been communicating with you over the past few months, Heliocol took a direct stab at us with a marketing piece that used their old performance numbers as a comparison tool. As we know, they were hiding the fact that their new numbers were about to be posted by SRCC. After reviewing the new numbers, we created a few “consumer friendly” charts to be included with your sales presentation materials. Dan sent those out to everyone on April 27<sup>th</sup> and they are posted on the portal as well.\r\n\r\nWe feel however, that it is still important to have a discussion about the slides in order to effectively describe this information to the average consumer. I will be holding a few quick 15 minute webinars to review the new sales presentation slides. Please look for emails from me with dates and times over the next two weeks and please make an effort to sit in on one.\r\n\r\nWe’ll also be covering the news that Magen Eco-Energy, the manufacturer of Heliocol and SunStar collectors in Israel have bought out Victor Eyal’s interest in Heliocol, USA and their distributor, UMA Solar.\r\n\r\nWe realize you are all in the middle of your busy season, but arming yourself with this new information will thwart Heliocol’s chances in the home significantly. I look forward to talking with you all soon and commit to keeping the meetings short!\r\n\r\nNow let’s see the numbers for April.<strong> </strong>Congratulations to<strong> Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who dominated the top dealer spot with 343 collectors sold for April. <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 198 collectors, and third place goes to <strong>Stilwell Solar </strong>with an impressive 182 collectors for April. Way to go Bill and Scott!<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 46 sales for April. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Park</strong> from<strong> </strong>Central Florida Solar<strong> </strong>is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 24 sales for April. Fabulous job Bill – you’re up nearly 25% from last year. Rounding out 3<sup>rd</sup> place is <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> from Naylor Solar Specialists with 23 sales. Well done Terry – such a close race for second and third this month!\r\n\r\n<strong>Aquatherm will be closed Monday, May 28th for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 29th. Enjoy your holiday everyone!</strong>','April Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','690-revision-3','','','2012-06-06 13:22:07','2012-06-06 13:22:07','',690,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=693',0,'revision','',0),(694,3,'2012-05-24 20:27:35','2012-05-24 20:27:35','In March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\r\n\r\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.\r\n\r\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\r\n\r\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\r\n\r\nThe slides can be downloaded using the following links:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEIBGfUP6O-MxM_m0x6z3NU3mDbSKXdL9PZNvy8pAXLkkr\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/BTU-Charts1.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\r\n\r\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\r\n\r\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\r\n\r\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-revision-4','','','2012-05-24 20:27:35','2012-05-24 20:27:35','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=694',0,'revision','',0),(695,3,'2012-06-06 13:23:49','2012-06-06 13:23:49','Its official - the busy season is here! In my conversations with all of you it is clear that this year is marking a better start to the season than the last few years. A good sign that the economy is starting to recover and you are taking advantage of the pent up demand.<!--more-->\n\nBut with demand, comes competition. As we have been communicating with you over the past few months, Heliocol took a direct stab at us with a marketing piece that used their old performance numbers as a comparison tool. As we know, they were hiding the fact that their new numbers were about to be posted by SRCC. After reviewing the new numbers, we created a few “consumer friendly” charts to be included with your sales presentation materials. Dan sent those out to everyone on April 27<sup>th</sup> and they are posted on the portal as well.\n\nWe feel however, that it is still important to have a discussion about the slides in order to effectively describe this information to the average consumer. I will be holding a few quick 15 minute webinars to review the new sales presentation slides. Please look for emails from me with dates and times over the next two weeks and please make an effort to sit in on one.\n\nWe’ll also be covering the news that Magen Eco-Energy, the manufacturer of Heliocol and SunStar collectors in Israel have bought out Victor Eyal’s interest in Heliocol, USA and their distributor, UMA Solar.\n\nWe realize you are all in the middle of your busy season, but arming yourself with this new information will thwart Heliocol’s chances in the home significantly. I look forward to talking with you all soon and commit to keeping the meetings short!\n\nNow let’s see the numbers for April.<strong> </strong>Congratulations to<strong> Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who dominated the top dealer spot with 343 collectors sold for April. <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 198 collectors, and third place goes to <strong>Stilwell Solar </strong>with an impressive 182 collectors for April. Way to go Bill and Scott!<strong></strong>\n\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from Mark Naylor Solar Specialists is the top salesman in the country with 46 sales for April. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Bill Park</strong> from<strong> </strong>Central Florida Solar<strong> </strong>is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 24 sales for April. Fabulous job Bill – you’re up nearly 25% from last year. Rounding out 3<sup>rd</sup> place is <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> from Naylor Solar Specialists with 23 sales. Well done Terry – such a close race for second and third this month!\n\n<strong>Aquatherm will be closed Monday, May 28th for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 29th. Enjoy your holiday everyone!</strong>','April Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','690-autosave','','','2012-06-06 13:23:49','2012-06-06 13:23:49','',690,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=695',0,'revision','',0),(717,3,'2012-07-18 14:44:53','2012-07-18 14:44:53','','May Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','716-revision','','','2012-07-18 14:44:53','2012-07-18 14:44:53','',716,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=717',0,'revision','',0),(697,3,'2012-06-06 13:23:06','2012-06-06 13:23:06','In March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\r\n\r\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\r\n\r\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\r\n\r\nThe slides can be downloaded using the following links:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEIBGfUP6O-MxM_m0x6z3NU3mDbSKXdL9PZNvy8pAXLkkr\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/BTU-Charts1.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\r\n\r\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\r\n\r\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\r\n\r\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-revision-5','','','2012-06-06 13:23:06','2012-06-06 13:23:06','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=697',0,'revision','',0),(698,3,'2012-06-08 19:20:04','2012-06-08 19:20:04','','AI BTU Charts','','inherit','open','open','','ai-btu-charts','','','2012-06-08 19:20:04','2012-06-08 19:20:04','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/AI-BTU-Charts.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(699,3,'2012-06-08 18:58:36','2012-06-08 18:58:36','In March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\r\n\r\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\r\n\r\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\r\n\r\nThe slides can be downloaded using the following links:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEIBGfUP6O-MxM_m0x6z3NU3mDbSKXdL9PZNvy8pAXLkkr\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/BTU-Charts1.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\r\n\r\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\r\n\r\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\r\n\r\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-revision-6','','','2012-06-08 18:58:36','2012-06-08 18:58:36','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=699',0,'revision','',0),(702,3,'2012-06-08 19:30:03','2012-06-08 19:30:03','<em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">UPDATED 6/8/12:  Download links now include side-by-side SRCC summary sheet slide.</span></em>\r\n\r\n<em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"> </span></em>\r\n\r\nIn March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\r\n\r\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\r\n\r\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Download links:</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/SI-HC-BTU-Charts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a> (12.2mb)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/AI-BTU-Charts.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a> (12.2mb)\r\n\r\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\r\n\r\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\r\n\r\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\r\n\r\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-revision-8','','','2012-06-08 19:30:03','2012-06-08 19:30:03','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=702',0,'revision','',0),(700,3,'2012-06-08 19:29:43','2012-06-08 19:29:43','','SI-HC-BTU-Charts','','inherit','open','open','','si-hc-btu-charts-2','','','2012-06-08 19:29:43','2012-06-08 19:29:43','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/SI-HC-BTU-Charts.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(701,3,'2012-06-08 19:23:00','2012-06-08 19:23:00','<em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">UPDATED 6/8/12:  Download links now include side-by-side SRCC summary sheet slide.</span></em>\r\n\r\n<em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"></span></em>\r\n\r\nIn March, Heliocol (UMA) released a \"fact\" sheet comparing their HC-50 collector to a number of other popular solar pool heaters, Aquatherm\'s Ecosun included.  Much of the information provided for competitive collectors - including ours - was false and misleading.  We quickly responded with a counter-comparison sheet in an attempt to separate fact from fiction <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEII5JNZ0K9IF27IZ3be2nfk-Bi25YQ5C4pUyBg32GUIDr\" target=\"_blank\">(view/download both comparison sheets here)</a>.\r\n\r\nIt soon became clear why Heliocol was 1) so eager to push our the piece to their Dealers, and 2) why they chose to base their performance comparisons exclusively on SRCC Category A.  After a long overdue retesting, performance ratings for the Heliocol collector dropped dramatically in Categories B and C.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nImmediately, we set to work breaking down exactly what the new numbers meant for you and your potential customer.  Our hopes was to explain it to you, in a manner that allowed you to explain it to the pool owner, until we could put together a more \"consumer-friendly\" set of charts for inclusion in the Sales Presentations and web sites.\r\n\r\nWe have just completed these charts and are eager to get them in your hands.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Download links:</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001K8ndcb8iXbCCiS0WxkkOZ2vSiVP_CC3LnkLl5FDvLHgNHaA1Ngyqznv3sTfwrILylq1x9Ke6MuHsJpiG0NRbW5T54-VEGDJ4OlFoTQgSZgt8pR6VB9RRqODN0Ala5-3PnGsRbL6sVgDadJvrc2ngPzdD6MvreZHLJDwX2WrosFQe6IC4w5FEIBGfUP6O-MxM_m0x6z3NU3mDbSKXdL9PZNvy8pAXLkkr\" target=\"_blank\">Heliocol vs Solar Industries BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/AI-BTU-Charts.pdf\">Heliocol vs Ecosun BTU Performance Sales Presentation Slides</a>\r\n\r\nClearly, it would make sense to want to focus on Category B and C, however we recommend you keep Category A somewhere close by just in case the landmine has been laid by a HC Dealer that \"said they have a better rating than you.\"\r\n\r\nWith Heliocol (and their dealers) choosing to hang their hat on SRCC Category A (while disregarding the two categories/conditions most pools really need heat) they are misleading the homeowner and giving you an opportunity to expose them.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tom Lane gave me an analogy that I personally fell in love with...</strong>\r\n\r\n\"It\'s (Category A) like buying a car because of its great gas mileage, only to find out it\'s only getting that mileage when you\'re driving downhill.\" Tom went on to equate Category B with the same car driving on level ground, and Category C with it trying to drive uphill. \"At Category C, Heliocol can\'t even make it up the hill.\"\r\n\r\nAs always, we welcome your comments and suggestions on any areas of improvement.','Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data','','inherit','open','open','','682-revision-7','','','2012-06-08 19:23:00','2012-06-08 19:23:00','',682,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=701',0,'revision','',0),(703,3,'2012-06-08 19:39:38','2012-06-08 19:39:38','A hearty thank you to those that attended our webinars this week to review the Aquatherm vs Heliocol BTU Comparison sales presentation slides.\r\n\r\nWe had a great exchange of information and questions from both our national Dealer base and our international Dealers in Australia, New Zealand and Jordan.\r\n\r\nFor those unable to attend you will find the materials located <a title=\"Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data\" href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=682\">here</a>, under the Category “Sales Presentation Materials”.  Should you have difficulty downloading the information please contact me directly and I will be happy to assist you.','Webinar Follow-Up: Aquatherm vs Heliocol BTU Comparison ','','publish','open','open','','webinar-follow-up-aquatherm-vs-heliocol-btu-comparison','','','2012-06-08 19:39:38','2012-06-08 19:39:38','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=703',0,'post','',0),(704,3,'2012-06-08 19:34:58','2012-06-08 19:34:58','A hearty thank you to those that attended our webinars this week to review the Aquatherm vs Heliocol BTU Comparison sales presentation slides.\n\nWe had a great exchange of information and questions from both our national Dealer base and our international Dealers in Australia, New Zealand and Jordan.\n\nFor those unable to attend you will find the materials located <a title=\"Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data\" href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=682\">here</a>, under the Category “Sales Presentation Materials”.  Should you have difficulty downloading the information please contact me directly and I will be happy to assist you.\n\n&nbsp;','Webinar Follow-Up: Aquatherm vs Heliocol BTU Comparison ','','inherit','open','open','','703-revision','','','2012-06-08 19:34:58','2012-06-08 19:34:58','',703,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=704',0,'revision','',0),(705,3,'2012-06-08 19:38:25','2012-06-08 19:38:25','A hearty thank you to those that attended our webinars this week to review the Aquatherm vs Heliocol BTU Comparison sales presentation slides.\n\nWe had a great exchange of information and questions from both our national Dealer base and our international Dealers in Australia, New Zealand and Jordan.\n\nFor those unable to attend you will find the materials located <a title=\"Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data\" href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=682\">here</a>, under the Category “Sales Presentation Materials”.  Should you have difficulty downloading the information please contact me directly and I will be happy to assist you.','Webinar Follow-Up: Aquatherm vs Heliocol BTU Comparison ','','inherit','open','open','','703-revision-2','','','2012-06-08 19:38:25','2012-06-08 19:38:25','',703,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=705',0,'revision','',0),(706,3,'2012-06-08 19:40:41','2012-06-08 19:40:41','A hearty thank you to those that attended our webinars this week to review the Aquatherm vs Heliocol BTU Comparison sales presentation slides.\n\nWe had a great exchange of information and questions from both our national Dealer base and our international Dealers in Australia, New Zealand and Jordan.\n\nFor those unable to attend you will find the materials located <a title=\"Sales Presentation Special Insert: New (lower) Heliocol SRCC Test Data\" href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=682\">here</a>, under the Category “Sales Presentation Materials”.  Should you have difficulty downloading the information please contact me directly and I will be happy to assist you.','Webinar Follow-Up: Aquatherm vs Heliocol BTU Comparison ','','inherit','open','open','','703-autosave','','','2012-06-08 19:40:41','2012-06-08 19:40:41','',703,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=706',0,'revision','',0),(708,3,'2012-06-25 17:36:03','2012-06-25 17:36:03','','photo (2)','','inherit','open','open','','photo-2','','','2012-06-25 17:36:03','2012-06-25 17:36:03','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/photo-2.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(716,3,'2012-06-18 14:46:28','2012-06-18 14:46:28','<strong>This month, let’s start with the numbers first! </strong>\r\n\r\nCongratulations to<strong> Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who dominated the top dealer spot with 329 collectors sold for May. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 245 collectors - way to go Terry! May was a record month for Terry - what a fantastic milestone! With 140 collectors, the 3<sup>rd</sup> place finish goes to <strong>Stilwell Solar.</strong> Nice job Bill!\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 45 sales for May. You are on fire Mark! <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> from <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 31 sales for May, and, we have a three-way tie for 3<sup>rd</sup> place;  <strong>Richard Good </strong>from <strong>Solar Services</strong>, <strong>Brandon Chase</strong> from <strong>Sunchaser Solar</strong> and <strong>Rob Shepherd</strong> from <strong>Daystar Energy</strong> all had 17 sales for the month of May. Well done gentlemen!<!--more-->\r\n\r\nAquatherm’s dealer network has grown with the addition of two new Master Dealers in California. A hearty welcome to both <strong>Alcor Solar in Concord</strong> and <strong>Catersolar in Woodland Hills. </strong>Al Accurso of Alcor has been a Sealed Air dealer and brings over 32 years of solar pool heating installation experience to our Network. Al will be selling the Solar Industries line. Roy Aghdam of Catersolar was a long-time Aquasol dealer and is excited to now handle Ecosun in the greater Los Angeles area. Roy speaks fluent Farsi, which positions him well to connect with the nearly 1.6 million Persians in his market area. Please help me welcome both of them to the Aquatherm family!\r\n\r\nAquatherm’s annual Summer Sales Trip is just about a month away and is taking place in New York City the first week in August. Attendees will be spending their first night on the Jersey Shore in Seaside Heights (trying to get a peak at Snooki) and then spend the following morning at the factory for a tour and factory updates. From there they will be off for the weekend to New York City to see such highlights as the 9/11 Memorial, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and the Broadway Musical <em>Once</em>, which just won eight Tony Awards. Sure to be a highlight of the trip is a dinner cruise around Manhattan as the sun sets and the skyline of Manhattan lights up.\r\n\r\nLastly, I wanted to share a great use of Coop funds by <strong>Brandon Chase</strong> from <strong>Sunchaser Solar, CA. </strong>Brandon decided to wrap his vehicle (see picture below) and promote solar pool heating all day long as he drives around his market. Yet another way to get the word out about his business without having to say a word. Well done Brandon - your truck looks terrific!!<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>For more ways that you can use your coop funds please don’t hesitate to call me directly and I will be happy to assist you.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','May Sales Report','','publish','open','open','','may-sales-report','','','2012-08-31 16:09:29','2012-08-31 16:09:29','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=716',0,'post','',0),(711,2,'2012-06-28 16:15:40','2012-06-28 16:15:40','June has been a busy month for many and some things get shoved under the carpet when you are running 100 miles an hour with your hair on fire. It’s easy to let things slip through the cracks, but there are a few policies and procedures that are important to stay current on year round. Here are a few reminders on policies and procedures regarding Aquatherm’s Coop program and Labor Warranty Applications.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>All new labor warranty applications need to be received at Aquatherm <strong>within 30 days of the installation</strong> in order to be eligible for the labor warranty. No labor warranty coverage can be claimed for a system whose application has not been reviewed and processed. Please submit your paperwork in a timely manner.</li>\r\n	<li>All submissions for labor claim allowances <strong>must</strong> be accompanied by a copy of your service work order <strong>signed</strong> by the system owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The Builder Demo and Trade-In Allowance Programs both require a copy of the contract to be sent in <strong>prior to the installation</strong> for review and processing. Please note that Aquatherm reserves the right to call the customer to confirm the contract and completion of the installation.</li>\r\n	<li>In order to be eligible for co-op support, all billboards, alternate media and mailing lists must be approved <strong>prior to,</strong> not after the project is complete.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThank you for your help in ensuring that we stay consistent on these policies. 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You also can offer them a referral fee for any confirmed sales.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2. </strong>Now that you have a host or several hosts, <a href=\"http://ases.org/solar-tour/\" target=\"_blank\">sign up for the tour</a><strong>.</strong> You can join <a href=\"http://ases.org/solar-tour/find-a-tour/\" target=\"_blank\">an existing tour</a> that includes solar PV. As long as you’re on the map and included in a tour, that’s what counts. If there are certain per-aranged hours with hosts, of course mention these to existing tour organizers and put those hours into their info packs.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3.</strong> This is optional, but make it fun, as well as educational. Create a theme around your tour. If the residential host is up for it, make it a solar pool party. Or perhaps do a solar herbal tea party with tea or coffee and baked pastries/cookies (provided by you) served. The point is to attract the community. On the commercial side, perhaps the apartment building, condo, school, restaurant, Laundromat, or hotel can host a similar theme. Of course, businesses on the tour could also provide some kind of unique discount for solar tour goers.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4. </strong>Time for publicity. Write a press release, put it out into PR Web or other press release service. In addition, spread the word on Twitter, your blog, Facebook page, newsletter, or any other social network. Make sure the language is local and relates to introducing your town or city to the cost-effective and environmental benefits of solar hot water for homes and/or businesses. Include the tour schedule, addresses, contact info, and any perks/themes that you’ve created. Materials should also mention ASES, that it’s a 50+ year old solar advocacy organization, that this is a national tour, and that it\'s a once-a-year event.\r\n\r\nAlso, send the press release to local media, including print, radio, T.V. and community bloggers. Follow up with a phone call to the reporters or editors. The worst they can say is no. Again, highlight that this it’s a national once-a-year event.\r\n\r\nCertainly give flyers and/or email PDF versions to your hosts with the tour info, especially businesses. Encourage them to share it on their social and business networks. Also, see if you can leave pamphlets at farmers markets and coffee houses and school even boards.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5. </strong>Hopefully, word-of-mouth has spread and you’ll have a decent turnout on the day of the tour. Be ready with business cards and brochures. Also, create a one-sheet of solar hot water FAQs. Be informative and transparent about prices and local utility incentives. Don’t just provide a sales pitch. If you’ve done your job right, people are attending this tour for more information, not to be pressured into a sale that day.\r\n\r\nHave an optional sign-up sheet. Only ask for their name and email, so it’s quick and painless. This is crucial. If people don’t want to sign up, let it go. Later, use the sign up info to send each person a follow-up email or e-newsletter to offer them a free quote and/or more information or to answer questions. You might also ask them to “like” you on Facebook or follow you on Twitter or LinkedIn.\r\n\r\nIf you’ve arranged for a referral fee for hosts, include a unique discount code, like “ASES,” in your tour marketing materials. When they mention this code via email or phone, ask where/from whom they received the flyer or code so that you can properly credit your host for the referral fee if a sale is completed.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 6. </strong>Do the tour every year. Consistency is everything in marketing. So is patience. It often takes many touch points of useful information until a buyer is ready to move forward. In fact, the people on the tour may never actually even buy a solar system from you, but months later, they may later refer you to several friends who do.\r\n\r\nGood luck, and let us know how it turns out!\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n&nbsp;','ASES Solar Tour (Includes 6 Step Marketing Plan)','','publish','open','open','','ases-solar-tour-includes-6-step-marketing-plan','','','2012-08-31 16:12:05','2012-08-31 16:12:05','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=729',0,'post','',0),(749,3,'2012-09-19 20:12:35','2012-09-19 20:12:35','','Molly','','inherit','open','open','','molly','','','2012-09-19 20:12:35','2012-09-19 20:12:35','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/Molly.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(723,2,'2012-08-14 17:20:21','2012-08-14 17:20:21','Aquatherm’s annual maintenance shut-down will begin on Monday, August 27th. 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The ASES National Solar Tour is not only an opportunity to educate home owners and businesses, it’s also an opportunity to create business relationships and leads for solar thermal companies, but there’s a catch: You must participate.\n<div>\n<div id=\"bodyContainer\">\n\nIf you’re not convinced this is up your alley, then let me entice you with a free solar thermal marketing action plan to get attention for your hosted solar thermal tour and for your business, generating leads and sales. (Can be adapted for solar PV too.)\n\n<img title=\"ASES Tour logo\" src=\"http://02e9b8a.netsolhost.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/ASES-Tour-logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"432\" height=\"74\" />\n<h4>ASES Solar Thermal Tour Marketing Plan</h4>\n<strong>Step 1.</strong> Find a host or several hosts. If you’re in the solar pool heating business or the residential sector or commercial solar thermal side, contact your best customers and ask them if they’d like to be a part of a national solar thermal tour.\n\nObviously, these should be very satisfied customers who appreciate your work and their solar hot water savings. And why would they participate? From a residential customer, it may be purely for solar advocacy and the environment, helping to educate kids and the neighborhood about solar. Additionally, you can offer them a referral fee for any leads from the tour that gets turned into a sale. (More about this later.)\n\nSimilarly, if you’ve installed a solar thermal system for an apartment building, hotel, Laundromat, nursing home, hospital, restaurant, etc, these are all businesses that appreciate publicity and the PR that goes with being a green/sustainable business. Tell them about ASES and your plan for conducting and publicizing the tour. You also can offer them a referral fee for any confirmed sales.\n\n<strong>Step 2. </strong>Now that you have a host or several hosts, <a href=\"http://ases.org/solar-tour/\" target=\"_blank\">sign up for the tour</a><strong>.</strong> You can join <a href=\"http://ases.org/solar-tour/find-a-tour/\" target=\"_blank\">an existing tour</a> that includes solar PV. As long as you’re on the map and included in a tour, that’s what counts. If there are certain per-aranged hours with hosts, of course mention these to existing tour organizers and put those hours into their info packs.\n\n<strong>Step 3.</strong> This is optional, but make it fun, as well as educational. Create a theme around your tour. If the residential host is up for it, make it a solar pool party. Or perhaps do a solar herbal tea party with tea or coffee and baked pastries/cookies (provided by you) served. The point is to attract the community. On the commercial side, perhaps the apartment building, condo, school, restaurant, Laundromat, or hotel can host a similar theme. Of course, businesses on the tour could also provide some kind of unique discount for solar tour goers.\n\n<strong>Step 4. </strong>Time for publicity. Write a press release, put it out into PR Web or other press release service. In addition, spread the word on Twitter, your blog, Facebook page, newsletter, or any other social network. Make sure the language is local and relates to introducing your town or city to the cost-effective and environmental benefits of solar hot water for homes and/or businesses. Include the tour schedule, addresses, contact info, and any perks/themes that you’ve created. Materials should also mention ASES, that it’s a 50+ year old solar advocacy organization, that this is a national tour, and that it\'s a once-a-year event.\n\nAlso, send the press release to local media, including print, radio, T.V. and community bloggers. Follow up with a phone call to the reporters or editors. The worst they can say is no. Again, highlight that this it’s a national once-a-year event.\n\nCertainly give flyers and/or email PDF versions to your hosts with the tour info, especially businesses. Encourage them to share it on their social and business networks. Also, see if you can leave pamphlets at farmers markets and coffee houses and school even boards.\n\n<strong>Step 5. </strong>Hopefully, word-of-mouth has spread and you’ll have a decent turnout on the day of the tour. Be ready with business cards and brochures. Also, create a one-sheet of solar hot water FAQs. Be informative and transparent about prices and local utility incentives. Don’t just provide a sales pitch. If you’ve done your job right, people are attending this tour for more information, not to be pressured into a sale that day.\n\nHave an optional sign-up sheet. Only ask for their name and email, so it’s quick and painless. This is crucial. If people don’t want to sign up, let it go. Later, use the sign up info to send each person a follow-up email or e-newsletter to offer them a free quote and/or more information or to answer questions. You might also ask them to “like” you on Facebook or follow you on Twitter or LinkedIn.\n\nIf you’ve arranged for a referral fee for hosts, include a unique discount code, like “ASES,” in your tour marketing materials. When they mention this code via email or phone, ask where/from whom they received the flyer or code so that you can properly credit your host for the referral fee if a sale is completed.\n\n<strong>Step 6. </strong>Do the tour every year. Consistency is everything in marketing. So is patience. It often takes many touch points of useful information until a buyer is ready to move forward. In fact, the people on the tour may never actually even buy a solar system from you, but months later, they may later refer you to several friends who do.\n\nGood luck, and let us know how it turns out!\n\n<em><a href=\"http://www.freehotwater.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Free Hot Water</a> is an <a href=\"http://www.freehotwater.com/engineering.html\" target=\"_blank\">engineer</a>, manufacture, and distributor of high quality solar thermal systems for commercial and residential applications.</em>\n\n</div>\n</div>\n<div>\n<div><img title=\"Content Technologies\" src=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/images/template/tag_orange.png;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\" alt=\"Content Technologies\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" /></div>\n<div><a title=\"More Green Power articles\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/green-power;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\">Green Power</a>, <a title=\"More Other articles\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/other-technology;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\">Other</a>, <a title=\"More Solar Energy articles\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/solar-energy;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\">Solar Energy</a>, <a title=\"More Solar Tech articles\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/solar-tech;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\">Solar Tech</a></div>\n</div>\nThe information and views expressed in this blog post are solely those of the author and not necessarily those of RenewableEnergyWorld.com or the companies that advertise on this Web site and other publications. This blog was posted directly by the author and was not reviewed for accuracy, spelling or grammar.\n\n&nbsp;','ASES Solar Tour (Includes 6 Step Marketing Plan)','','inherit','open','open','','729-revision-2','','','2012-08-28 18:32:01','2012-08-28 18:32:01','',729,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=731',0,'revision','',0),(744,3,'2012-08-31 16:11:35','2012-08-31 16:11:35','<em>This is a re-post from RenewableEnergyWorld.com (<a title=\"ASES Solar Tour\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/blog/post/2012/08/sign-up-for-the-ases-solar-tour-free-solar-thermal-tour-marketing-plan-included\">original article</a>) -Dan</em>\r\n\r\nThe solar thermal industry is notoriously treated as “the other solar” in the United States, despite it being widely used and appreciated in other parts of the world. 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If you’re in the solar pool heating business or the residential sector or commercial solar thermal side, contact your best customers and ask them if they’d like to be a part of a national solar thermal tour.\r\n\r\nObviously, these should be very satisfied customers who appreciate your work and their solar hot water savings. And why would they participate? From a residential customer, it may be purely for solar advocacy and the environment, helping to educate kids and the neighborhood about solar. Additionally, you can offer them a referral fee for any leads from the tour that gets turned into a sale. (More about this later.)\r\n\r\nSimilarly, if you’ve installed a solar thermal system for an apartment building, hotel, Laundromat, nursing home, hospital, restaurant, etc, these are all businesses that appreciate publicity and the PR that goes with being a green/sustainable business. Tell them about ASES and your plan for conducting and publicizing the tour. You also can offer them a referral fee for any confirmed sales.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2. </strong>Now that you have a host or several hosts, <a href=\"http://ases.org/solar-tour/\" target=\"_blank\">sign up for the tour</a><strong>.</strong> You can join <a href=\"http://ases.org/solar-tour/find-a-tour/\" target=\"_blank\">an existing tour</a> that includes solar PV. As long as you’re on the map and included in a tour, that’s what counts. If there are certain per-aranged hours with hosts, of course mention these to existing tour organizers and put those hours into their info packs.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3.</strong> This is optional, but make it fun, as well as educational. Create a theme around your tour. If the residential host is up for it, make it a solar pool party. Or perhaps do a solar herbal tea party with tea or coffee and baked pastries/cookies (provided by you) served. The point is to attract the community. On the commercial side, perhaps the apartment building, condo, school, restaurant, Laundromat, or hotel can host a similar theme. Of course, businesses on the tour could also provide some kind of unique discount for solar tour goers.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4. </strong>Time for publicity. Write a press release, put it out into PR Web or other press release service. In addition, spread the word on Twitter, your blog, Facebook page, newsletter, or any other social network. Make sure the language is local and relates to introducing your town or city to the cost-effective and environmental benefits of solar hot water for homes and/or businesses. Include the tour schedule, addresses, contact info, and any perks/themes that you’ve created. Materials should also mention ASES, that it’s a 50+ year old solar advocacy organization, that this is a national tour, and that it\'s a once-a-year event.\r\n\r\nAlso, send the press release to local media, including print, radio, T.V. and community bloggers. Follow up with a phone call to the reporters or editors. The worst they can say is no. Again, highlight that this it’s a national once-a-year event.\r\n\r\nCertainly give flyers and/or email PDF versions to your hosts with the tour info, especially businesses. Encourage them to share it on their social and business networks. Also, see if you can leave pamphlets at farmers markets and coffee houses and school even boards.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5. </strong>Hopefully, word-of-mouth has spread and you’ll have a decent turnout on the day of the tour. Be ready with business cards and brochures. Also, create a one-sheet of solar hot water FAQs. Be informative and transparent about prices and local utility incentives. Don’t just provide a sales pitch. If you’ve done your job right, people are attending this tour for more information, not to be pressured into a sale that day.\r\n\r\nHave an optional sign-up sheet. Only ask for their name and email, so it’s quick and painless. This is crucial. If people don’t want to sign up, let it go. Later, use the sign up info to send each person a follow-up email or e-newsletter to offer them a free quote and/or more information or to answer questions. You might also ask them to “like” you on Facebook or follow you on Twitter or LinkedIn.\r\n\r\nIf you’ve arranged for a referral fee for hosts, include a unique discount code, like “ASES,” in your tour marketing materials. When they mention this code via email or phone, ask where/from whom they received the flyer or code so that you can properly credit your host for the referral fee if a sale is completed.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 6. </strong>Do the tour every year. Consistency is everything in marketing. So is patience. It often takes many touch points of useful information until a buyer is ready to move forward. In fact, the people on the tour may never actually even buy a solar system from you, but months later, they may later refer you to several friends who do.\r\n\r\nGood luck, and let us know how it turns out!\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n&nbsp;','ASES Solar Tour (Includes 6 Step Marketing Plan)','','inherit','open','open','','729-revision-5','','','2012-08-31 16:11:35','2012-08-31 16:11:35','',729,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=744',0,'revision','',0),(733,3,'2012-08-15 16:04:00','2012-08-15 16:04:00','Well, for the second time this year we have the same Top 3 for both number of collectors and sales!  With 49 sales and 364 collectors <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> of <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> <strong>Solar Specialists</strong> dominated the top spot for July – way to go Mark! <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> of <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> had an impressive month with 193 collectors and 26 sales - fabulous month Terry! Rounding out the Top 3 for July is <strong>Bill Park </strong>of <strong>Central Florida Solar </strong>with 119 collectors sold and 17 sales – congratulations on a great month Bill!<!--more-->\r\n\r\nAquatherm Industries celebrated its <strong>20<sup>th</sup> Summer Sales Retreat</strong> this year in New York City. Invitees were first treated to a tour of the factory in Lakewood (photo to the right), and then whisked off to The Big Apple for four days of sights, sounds and shows! While in New York, the group toured the 911 Memorial, as well as the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, before taking in a performance of “Once” on Broadway – winner of 8 Tony Awards. Our farewell night together was a dinner and dancing cruise, where guests were treated to sweeping views of the city and fun onboard entertainment.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_727\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Dave leading the way on a portion of the tour\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Factory-Visit-0201.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-727\" title=\"Factory Visit 020\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Factory-Visit-0201-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We recently received a call from a Master Dealer in California who was alerted to a customer complaint on <strong>Yelp</strong>, a site that allows consumers to post reviews of businesses (for better or worse). For those of you who don’t follow Yelp.com for your own business, we certainly think it is a good idea to at least claim your business and respond to any complaints and positive comments alike.</p>\r\nOnce you get to Yelp.com you can easily search for your business in the bar at the top of the screen and this will show you if there are any reviews posted about your business. It takes about five minutes to claim your business and that will allow you to post comments as well. Should you need any help with Yelp, please don’t hesitate to contact Dan or myself and we would be happy to walk you through the process.\r\n\r\nA couple of reminders - Aquatherm will be exhibiting at the following shows:\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Solar Power International: Sep. 11<sup>th</sup> – 13th in Orlando, Booth #4163</strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>International Pool and Spa Expo: Nov. 6<sup>th</sup> – 8<sup>th</sup> in New Orleans, Booth #1051</strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Piscine 2012: Nov. 13<sup>th</sup> – 16<sup>th</sup> in Lyon, France, Stand #5B32</strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nIf you would like more information on these shows or are in need of a badge, please contact me directly and I will be happy to help you.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nAlso, Aquatherm’s annual maintenance shut-down will begin on Monday, August 27th.\r\n\r\nDuring this time there will be no production or shipping, however the office will be open during normal our business hours.\r\n\r\nAquatherm will be closed on Monday, September 3rd in observance of Labor Day.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Best,</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Molly</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','July Sales Memo','','publish','open','open','','july-sales-memo','','','2012-08-31 16:09:45','2012-08-31 16:09:45','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=733',0,'post','',0),(732,3,'2012-08-28 18:32:21','2012-08-28 18:32:21','<em>This is a re-post from RenewableEnergyWorld.com (<a title=\"ASES Solar Tour\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/blog/post/2012/08/sign-up-for-the-ases-solar-tour-free-solar-thermal-tour-marketing-plan-included\">original article</a>) -Dan</em>\r\n\r\nThe solar thermal industry is notoriously treated as “the other solar” in the United States, despite it being widely used and appreciated in other parts of the world. The ASES National Solar Tour is not only an opportunity to educate home owners and businesses, it’s also an opportunity to create business relationships and leads for solar thermal companies, but there’s a catch: You must participate.\r\n<div>\r\n<div id=\"bodyContainer\">\r\n\r\nIf you’re not convinced this is up your alley, then let me entice you with a free solar thermal marketing action plan to get attention for your hosted solar thermal tour and for your business, generating leads and sales. (Can be adapted for solar PV too.)\r\n\r\n<img title=\"ASES Tour logo\" src=\"http://02e9b8a.netsolhost.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/ASES-Tour-logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"432\" height=\"74\" />\r\n<h4>ASES Solar Thermal Tour Marketing Plan</h4>\r\n<strong>Step 1.</strong> Find a host or several hosts. If you’re in the solar pool heating business or the residential sector or commercial solar thermal side, contact your best customers and ask them if they’d like to be a part of a national solar thermal tour.\r\n\r\nObviously, these should be very satisfied customers who appreciate your work and their solar hot water savings. And why would they participate? From a residential customer, it may be purely for solar advocacy and the environment, helping to educate kids and the neighborhood about solar. Additionally, you can offer them a referral fee for any leads from the tour that gets turned into a sale. (More about this later.)\r\n\r\nSimilarly, if you’ve installed a solar thermal system for an apartment building, hotel, Laundromat, nursing home, hospital, restaurant, etc, these are all businesses that appreciate publicity and the PR that goes with being a green/sustainable business. Tell them about ASES and your plan for conducting and publicizing the tour. You also can offer them a referral fee for any confirmed sales.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2. </strong>Now that you have a host or several hosts, <a href=\"http://ases.org/solar-tour/\" target=\"_blank\">sign up for the tour</a><strong>.</strong> You can join <a href=\"http://ases.org/solar-tour/find-a-tour/\" target=\"_blank\">an existing tour</a> that includes solar PV. As long as you’re on the map and included in a tour, that’s what counts. If there are certain per-aranged hours with hosts, of course mention these to existing tour organizers and put those hours into their info packs.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3.</strong> This is optional, but make it fun, as well as educational. Create a theme around your tour. If the residential host is up for it, make it a solar pool party. Or perhaps do a solar herbal tea party with tea or coffee and baked pastries/cookies (provided by you) served. The point is to attract the community. On the commercial side, perhaps the apartment building, condo, school, restaurant, Laundromat, or hotel can host a similar theme. Of course, businesses on the tour could also provide some kind of unique discount for solar tour goers.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4. </strong>Time for publicity. Write a press release, put it out into PR Web or other press release service. In addition, spread the word on Twitter, your blog, Facebook page, newsletter, or any other social network. Make sure the language is local and relates to introducing your town or city to the cost-effective and environmental benefits of solar hot water for homes and/or businesses. Include the tour schedule, addresses, contact info, and any perks/themes that you’ve created. Materials should also mention ASES, that it’s a 50+ year old solar advocacy organization, that this is a national tour, and that it\'s a once-a-year event.\r\n\r\nAlso, send the press release to local media, including print, radio, T.V. and community bloggers. Follow up with a phone call to the reporters or editors. The worst they can say is no. Again, highlight that this it’s a national once-a-year event.\r\n\r\nCertainly give flyers and/or email PDF versions to your hosts with the tour info, especially businesses. Encourage them to share it on their social and business networks. Also, see if you can leave pamphlets at farmers markets and coffee houses and school even boards.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5. </strong>Hopefully, word-of-mouth has spread and you’ll have a decent turnout on the day of the tour. Be ready with business cards and brochures. Also, create a one-sheet of solar hot water FAQs. Be informative and transparent about prices and local utility incentives. Don’t just provide a sales pitch. If you’ve done your job right, people are attending this tour for more information, not to be pressured into a sale that day.\r\n\r\nHave an optional sign-up sheet. Only ask for their name and email, so it’s quick and painless. This is crucial. If people don’t want to sign up, let it go. Later, use the sign up info to send each person a follow-up email or e-newsletter to offer them a free quote and/or more information or to answer questions. You might also ask them to “like” you on Facebook or follow you on Twitter or LinkedIn.\r\n\r\nIf you’ve arranged for a referral fee for hosts, include a unique discount code, like “ASES,” in your tour marketing materials. When they mention this code via email or phone, ask where/from whom they received the flyer or code so that you can properly credit your host for the referral fee if a sale is completed.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 6. </strong>Do the tour every year. Consistency is everything in marketing. So is patience. It often takes many touch points of useful information until a buyer is ready to move forward. In fact, the people on the tour may never actually even buy a solar system from you, but months later, they may later refer you to several friends who do.\r\n\r\nGood luck, and let us know how it turns out!\r\n\r\n<em><a href=\"http://www.freehotwater.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Free Hot Water</a> is an <a href=\"http://www.freehotwater.com/engineering.html\" target=\"_blank\">engineer</a>, manufacture, and distributor of high quality solar thermal systems for commercial and residential applications.</em>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n<div>\r\n<div><img title=\"Content Technologies\" src=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/images/template/tag_orange.png;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\" alt=\"Content Technologies\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" /></div>\r\n<div><a title=\"More Green Power articles\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/green-power;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\">Green Power</a>, <a title=\"More Other articles\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/other-technology;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\">Other</a>, <a title=\"More Solar Energy articles\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/solar-energy;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\">Solar Energy</a>, <a title=\"More Solar Tech articles\" href=\"http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/solar-tech;jsessionid=B82B933CB5CC6CF2554A6F20C4CA175A\">Solar Tech</a></div>\r\n</div>\r\nThe information and views expressed in this blog post are solely those of the author and not necessarily those of RenewableEnergyWorld.com or the companies that advertise on this Web site and other publications. This blog was posted directly by the author and was not reviewed for accuracy, spelling or grammar.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','ASES Solar Tour (Includes 6 Step Marketing Plan)','','inherit','open','open','','729-revision-3','','','2012-08-28 18:32:21','2012-08-28 18:32:21','',729,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=732',0,'revision','',0),(734,3,'2012-08-31 16:04:17','2012-08-31 16:04:17','','July Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','733-revision','','','2012-08-31 16:04:17','2012-08-31 16:04:17','',733,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=734',0,'revision','',0),(735,3,'2012-08-31 16:06:08','2012-08-31 16:06:08','Well, for the second time this year we have the same Top 3 for both number of collectors and sales!  With 49 sales and 364 collectors <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> of <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> <strong>Solar Specialists</strong> dominated the top spot for July – way to go Mark! <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> of <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> had an impressive month with 193 collectors and 26 sales - fabulous month Terry! Rounding out the Top 3 for July is <strong>Bill Park </strong>of <strong>Central Florida Solar </strong>with 119 collectors sold and 17 sales – congratulations on a great month Bill!\n\nAquatherm Industries celebrated its <strong>20<sup>th</sup> Summer Sales Retreat</strong> this year in New York City. Invitees were first treated to a tour of the factory in Lakewood (photo to the right), and then whisked off to The Big Apple for four days of sights, sounds and shows! While in New York, the group toured the 911 Memorial, as well as the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, before taking in a performance of “Once” on Broadway – winner of 8 Tony Awards. Our farewell night together was a dinner and dancing cruise, where guests were treated to sweeping views of the city and fun onboard entertainment.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_727\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Dave leading the way on a portion of the tour\"]<a href=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Factory-Visit-0201.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-727\" title=\"Factory Visit 020\" src=\"http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Factory-Visit-0201-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We recently received a call from a Master Dealer in California who was alerted to a customer complaint on <strong>Yelp</strong>, a site that allows consumers to post reviews of businesses (for better or worse). For those of you who don’t follow Yelp.com for your own business, we certainly think it is a good idea to at least claim your business and respond to any complaints and positive comments alike.</p>\nOnce you get to Yelp.com you can easily search for your business in the bar at the top of the screen and this will show you if there are any reviews posted about your business. It takes about five minutes to claim your business and that will allow you to post comments as well. Should you need any help with Yelp, please don’t hesitate to contact Dan or myself and we would be happy to walk you through the process.\n\nA couple of reminders - Aquatherm will be exhibiting at the following shows:\n\n<strong> </strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Solar Power International: Sep. 11<sup>th</sup> – 13th in Orlando, Booth #4163</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<strong> </strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>International Pool and Spa Expo: Nov. 6<sup>th</sup> – 8<sup>th</sup> in New Orleans, Booth #1051</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<strong> </strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Piscine 2012: Nov. 13<sup>th</sup> – 16<sup>th</sup> in Lyon, France, Stand #5B32</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<strong> </strong>\n\nIf you would like more information on these shows or are in need of a badge, please contact me directly and I will be happy to help you.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nAlso, Aquatherm’s annual maintenance shut-down will begin on Monday, August 27th.\n\nDuring this time there will be no production or shipping, however the office will be open during normal our business hours.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAquatherm will be closed on Monday, September 3rd in observance of Labor Day.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Best,</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Molly</strong>\n\n&nbsp;','July Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','733-revision-2','','','2012-08-31 16:06:08','2012-08-31 16:06:08','',733,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=735',0,'revision','',0),(736,3,'2012-07-15 16:06:39','2012-07-15 16:06:39','Congratulations to <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> <strong>Solar Specialists </strong>for another great month with 385 collectors sold in June! <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> also had an impressive month with 238 collectors - fabulous month Terry! We have a battle of the Bills for 3<sup>rd</sup> place; <strong>Stilwell Solar </strong>and <strong>Central Florida Solar</strong> both ended the month with 133 collectors sold. Excellent job gentlemen!\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor’s</strong> 49 sales lands him in the Top Salesman spot for June – nice job Mark! <strong>Terry Naylor </strong>from came in second for the month with 30 sales. Way to go Terry! And, in 3rd place is <strong>Bill Park</strong> with 19 sales. Congratulations Bill! At the halfway point into 2012, everyone in the Top 10 Club is at least halfway to 100 sales for the year.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nIt’s never too early to start planning for next year and we have been doing just that. I am pleased to announce that Aquatherm Industries will be hosting a <strong>National Dealer and Distribution Center Meeting in Las Vegas next January 23<sup>rd</sup> – 25<sup>th</sup></strong>,<strong> 2013</strong> and will take place at the <strong>South Point Hotel Casino</strong>.\r\n\r\nHere are just a few reasons you will want to join us for this productive event:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Opening night reception will feature key vendors from the industry</li>\r\n	<li>Introduction of our New Master Dealer Coop Leadership Pool Program</li>\r\n	<li>Breakout Sales &amp; Marketing sessions</li>\r\n	<li>Updated Master Dealer Programs for 2013</li>\r\n	<li>New Online RMR for Master Dealers</li>\r\n	<li>New Online Installation manual with embedded video</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWe will be updating you as more details become available, but wanted to let you know as early as possible so you can start setting this time aside in your schedules. We look forward to seeing all of your there for a few days of camaraderie.\r\n\r\nHere are the trade shows Aquatherm will be exhibiting at for the remainder of the year:\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Solar Power International: September 11<sup>th</sup> – 13th in Orlando;                            Booth #4163</strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>International Pool and Spa Expo: November 6<sup>th</sup> – 8<sup>th</sup> in New Orleans          Booth #1051</strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nIf you would like more information on these shows or are in need of a badge please contact me directly and I will be happy to help you. We hope to see you all there.\r\n\r\nAnd for those of you attending the Summer Sales Retreat in New York City in a couple of weeks, I’ll see you there!\r\n\r\n<strong>Best,</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Molly</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','June Sales Memo','','publish','open','open','','june-sales-memo','','','2012-08-31 16:10:02','2012-08-31 16:10:02','',0,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=736',0,'post','',0),(737,3,'2012-08-31 16:08:07','2012-08-31 16:08:07','Congratulations to <strong>Mark Naylor</strong> <strong>Solar Specialists </strong>for another great month with 385 collectors sold in June! <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> also had an impressive month with 238 collectors - fabulous month Terry! We have a battle of the Bills for 3<sup>rd</sup> place; <strong>Stilwell Solar </strong>and <strong>Central Florida Solar</strong> both ended the month with 133 collectors sold. Excellent job gentlemen!\n\n<strong>Mark Naylor’s</strong> 49 sales lands him in the Top Salesman spot for June – nice job Mark! <strong>Terry Naylor </strong>from came in second for the month with 30 sales. Way to go Terry! And, in 3rd place is <strong>Bill Park</strong> with 19 sales. Congratulations Bill! At the halfway point into 2012, everyone in the Top 10 Club is at least halfway to 100 sales for the year.\n\nIt’s never too early to start planning for next year and we have been doing just that. I am pleased to announce that Aquatherm Industries will be hosting a <strong>National Dealer and Distribution Center Meeting in Las Vegas next January 23<sup>rd</sup> – 25<sup>th</sup></strong>,<strong> 2013</strong> and will take place at the <strong>South Point Hotel Casino</strong>.\n\nHere are just a few reasons you will want to join us for this productive event:\n<ul>\n	<li>Opening night reception will feature key vendors from the industry</li>\n	<li>Introduction of our New Master Dealer Coop Leadership Pool Program</li>\n	<li>Breakout Sales &amp; Marketing sessions</li>\n	<li>Updated Master Dealer Programs for 2013</li>\n	<li>New Online RMR for Master Dealers</li>\n	<li>New Online Installation manual with embedded video</li>\n</ul>\nWe will be updating you as more details become available, but wanted to let you know as early as possible so you can start setting this time aside in your schedules. We look forward to seeing all of your there for a few days of camaraderie.\n\nHere are the trade shows Aquatherm will be exhibiting at for the remainder of the year:\n\n<strong> </strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Solar Power International: September 11<sup>th</sup> – 13th in Orlando;                            Booth #4163</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<strong> </strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>International Pool and Spa Expo: November 6<sup>th</sup> – 8<sup>th</sup> in New Orleans          Booth #1051</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<strong> </strong>\n\nIf you would like more information on these shows or are in need of a badge please contact me directly and I will be happy to help you. We hope to see you all there.\n\nAnd for those of you attending the Summer Sales Retreat in New York City in a couple of weeks, I’ll see you there!\n\n<strong>Best,</strong>\n\n<strong>Molly</strong>\n\n&nbsp;','June Sales Memo','','inherit','open','open','','736-revision','','','2012-08-31 16:08:07','2012-08-31 16:08:07','',736,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=737',0,'revision','',0),(738,3,'2012-07-18 14:46:28','2012-07-18 14:46:28','<strong>This month, let’s start with the numbers first! </strong>\r\n\r\nCongratulations to<strong> Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who dominated the top dealer spot with 329 collectors sold for May. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 245 collectors - way to go Terry! May was a record month for Terry - what a fantastic milestone! With 140 collectors, the 3<sup>rd</sup> place finish goes to <strong>Stilwell Solar.</strong> Nice job Bill!\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 45 sales for May. You are on fire Mark! <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> from <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 31 sales for May, and, we have a three-way tie for 3<sup>rd</sup> place;  <strong>Richard Good </strong>from <strong>Solar Services</strong>, <strong>Brandon Chase</strong> from <strong>Sunchaser Solar</strong> and <strong>Rob Shepherd</strong> from <strong>Daystar Energy</strong> all had 17 sales for the month of May. Well done gentlemen!\r\n\r\nAquatherm’s dealer network has grown with the addition of two new Master Dealers in California. A hearty welcome to both <strong>Alcor Solar in Concord</strong> and <strong>Catersolar in Woodland Hills. </strong>Al Accurso of Alcor has been a Sealed Air dealer and brings over 32 years of solar pool heating installation experience to our Network. Al will be selling the Solar Industries line. Roy Aghdam of Catersolar was a long-time Aquasol dealer and is excited to now handle Ecosun in the greater Los Angeles area. Roy speaks fluent Farsi, which positions him well to connect with the nearly 1.6 million Persians in his market area. Please help me welcome both of them to the Aquatherm family!\r\n\r\nAquatherm’s annual Summer Sales Trip is just about a month away and is taking place in New York City the first week in August. Attendees will be spending their first night on the Jersey Shore in Seaside Heights (trying to get a peak at Snooki) and then spend the following morning at the factory for a tour and factory updates. From there they will be off for the weekend to New York City to see such highlights as the 9/11 Memorial, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and the Broadway Musical <em>Once</em>, which just won eight Tony Awards. Sure to be a highlight of the trip is a dinner cruise around Manhattan as the sun sets and the skyline of Manhattan lights up.\r\n\r\nLastly, I wanted to share a great use of Coop funds by <strong>Brandon Chase</strong> from <strong>Sunchaser Solar, CA. </strong>Brandon decided to wrap his vehicle (see picture below) and promote solar pool heating all day long as he drives around his market. Yet another way to get the word out about his business without having to say a word. Well done Brandon - your truck looks terrific!!<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>For more ways that you can use your coop funds please don’t hesitate to call me directly and I will be happy to assist you.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','May Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','716-revision-2','','','2012-07-18 14:46:28','2012-07-18 14:46:28','',716,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=738',0,'revision','',0),(739,3,'2012-08-31 16:09:17','2012-08-31 16:09:17','<strong>This month, let’s start with the numbers first! </strong>\r\n\r\nCongratulations to<strong> Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> who dominated the top dealer spot with 329 collectors sold for May. Congratulations Mark! <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists </strong>came in 2<sup>nd</sup> with 245 collectors - way to go Terry! May was a record month for Terry - what a fantastic milestone! With 140 collectors, the 3<sup>rd</sup> place finish goes to <strong>Stilwell Solar.</strong> Nice job Bill!\r\n\r\n<strong>Mark Naylor</strong> from <strong>Mark Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is the top salesman in the country with 45 sales for May. You are on fire Mark! <strong>Terry Naylor</strong> from <strong>Naylor Solar Specialists</strong> is 2<sup>nd</sup> with 31 sales for May, and, we have a three-way tie for 3<sup>rd</sup> place;  <strong>Richard Good </strong>from <strong>Solar Services</strong>, <strong>Brandon Chase</strong> from <strong>Sunchaser Solar</strong> and <strong>Rob Shepherd</strong> from <strong>Daystar Energy</strong> all had 17 sales for the month of May. Well done gentlemen!\r\n\r\nAquatherm’s dealer network has grown with the addition of two new Master Dealers in California. A hearty welcome to both <strong>Alcor Solar in Concord</strong> and <strong>Catersolar in Woodland Hills. </strong>Al Accurso of Alcor has been a Sealed Air dealer and brings over 32 years of solar pool heating installation experience to our Network. Al will be selling the Solar Industries line. Roy Aghdam of Catersolar was a long-time Aquasol dealer and is excited to now handle Ecosun in the greater Los Angeles area. Roy speaks fluent Farsi, which positions him well to connect with the nearly 1.6 million Persians in his market area. Please help me welcome both of them to the Aquatherm family!\r\n\r\nAquatherm’s annual Summer Sales Trip is just about a month away and is taking place in New York City the first week in August. Attendees will be spending their first night on the Jersey Shore in Seaside Heights (trying to get a peak at Snooki) and then spend the following morning at the factory for a tour and factory updates. From there they will be off for the weekend to New York City to see such highlights as the 9/11 Memorial, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and the Broadway Musical <em>Once</em>, which just won eight Tony Awards. Sure to be a highlight of the trip is a dinner cruise around Manhattan as the sun sets and the skyline of Manhattan lights up.\r\n\r\nLastly, I wanted to share a great use of Coop funds by <strong>Brandon Chase</strong> from <strong>Sunchaser Solar, CA. </strong>Brandon decided to wrap his vehicle (see picture below) and promote solar pool heating all day long as he drives around his market. Yet another way to get the word out about his business without having to say a word. Well done Brandon - your truck looks terrific!!<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>For more ways that you can use your coop funds please don’t hesitate to call me directly and I will be happy to assist you.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','May Sales Report','','inherit','open','open','','716-revision-3','','','2012-08-31 16:09:17','2012-08-31 16:09:17','',716,'http://www.aquathermindustries.com/portal/news/?p=739',0,'revision','',0),