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analysis, has always been the basis not only of civilization, but of life: from the primeval sun-basking plankton to
modern man harvesting his fields and burning coal and oil beneath his boilers, solar energy has provided the
ultimate moving force. But its direct utilization at a higher level of technology is a newer
phenomenon, and rich with new potentialities at this stage of human affairs.
--Peter van Dresser
Landscape 1956
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Years of research and development by Radiantec
have produced Solar that is:
MORE EFFICIENT
MORE RELIABLE
LOWER IN COST
Many people wonder if the time
has come to look seriously at solar,
as a way to meet their energy needs.
At Radiantec, we think the answer is
YES.
YES, you can have a solar heating system that will use free solar
energy to meet your needs for heat and domestic hot water in an
economical way.
YES, you can save money on fuel and help the environment at the same time.
YES, you can add value to your home while you add energy independence to your life.
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- Solar energy doesn't pollute or produce greenhouse gasses; and it
doesn't deplete our finite energy resources.
- Solar is clean and safe. There are no tanks containing flammable
materials and no chemical odors.
- Solar energy is reliable. It is not affected by political and economic turmoil, so your supply is assured.
- Using solar reduces our dangerous dependence upon foreign energy sources.
- And solar energy is free. Once you have purchased and installed a system, your heat is practically free, with only minimal electricity required to run the pumps that circulate heated water through the system.
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Fact: Solar heating systems have improved over the years.
New concepts mean that solar is more efficient than ever. Fewer solar collectors are needed to do the same job.
Cost benefit has improved and there is better architectural flexibility.
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How has the application of solar energy technology improved over the years? - It needed
to be done. A new appreciation for the principles of solar thermodynamics has produced higher efficiency,
greater performance, improved appearance and better return on the solar investment.
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MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SOLAR HEATING
Radiantec has selected the following publications and links for your information.
Solar Energy and the Environment
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A short paper written by Robert J. Starr that
describes the environmental challenges we currently face and the role of solar
heating systems in their solution.
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Solar Heating Fundamentals
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A simple primer in layman's language explaining
the physics and mechanics of solar heating systems.
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Solar Construction Manual
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Detailed information about the construction of a Radiantec
solar heating system with photographs and component descriptions.
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APPLICATIONS
Here are some of the ways that the heat from solar collectors can be used.
Radiant heating, domestic hot water, snow melting, gardening, pool heating, hot tubs and more.
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AVOID THESE MISTAKES!! - Here are some of the most common and some
of the most serious mistakes that are made in solar design.
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Award Winning Solar Design - Radiantec Company won the 1985 DOE Award for
"a distinguished contribution to our nation's energy efficiency" for the solar design work
described below.
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This magazine article by Senior Editor Fred Langa describes
Radiantec's combination use of solar collectors and radiant heat to provide exceptional
performance and efficiency. The article is an excellent overall guide to solar construction.
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US DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY REPORT
The performance report of a solar heating system using underfloor radiant heat that describes
exceptional efficiency and performance.
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MAKING ELECTRICITY WITH SOLAR ENERGY: Find out how to
make electricity with solar energy. Radiantec is a solar thermal company. We specialize in making heat
with solar energy. Nevertheless, this link will help you investigate solar electricity.
TAX CREDITS - A listing of the
current information that we have about federal and state tax credits.
IS SOLAR HEATING "WORTH IT"? - A short pamphlet that examines the cost
benefits of reference solar heating applications.
U.S. SOLAR
RADIATION RESOURCE MAPS Use this link to access information about the amount of solar energy available in your area.
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