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How should I test my solar thermal system for leaks?

How should I test my solar thermal system for leaks? After a solar thermal system has been installed, it should be tested for leaks before it is charged with heat transfer fluid. Leak testing should be done with air pressure. Air pressure can detect even small leaks that would be difficult to detect with liquid, because the liquid would evaporate as it leaked. Even tiny leaks are critical, because loss of fluid over time would change the system operating conditions and decrease performance. For more information, watch our webinar on air pressure testing.

SunMaxx Solar Participates in Gold Country Fair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Thursday, September 27, 2012 -Auburn, California- SunMaxx Solar's outside sale's representative, Nick Zebroff, successfully collaborated with Casey Clarke from NuSolar Technologies (certified SunMaxx dealer) at the Gold Country Fair in Auburn, California from September 6-9, 2012. Throughout the four day event, over 100 residential patrons visited the SunMaxx/NuSolar booth curious as to how SunMaxx can help them greatly reduce their gas usage. Since the show, Zebroff closed one pool heating system and is currently quoting 10 other potential customers interested in SunMaxx Solar's DHW (Domestic Hot Water), pool heating, spa heating, and radiant floor heating systems. Nick Zebroff comments, "The most exciting part of our show was introducing the technology of our evacuated tubes to the folks of Placer County, California. Being in the foothills, our evacuated tubes are a perfect marriage with these residents. We will be moving forward with an additional 5 quotes within the next 2 weeks from fair contacts." Casey Clarke comments, "It was fantastic meeting every one of the individuals that approached our booth. It was even more exciting to learn about each of their individual needs and how we could adapt to each of them, with SunMaxx's extensive product lines." With the success of SunMaxx Solar's booth during the fair, a lunch-and-learn meeting has been set up with NTD Architecture based in Auburn, CA. NTD Architecture is highly enthusiastic about using SunMaxx Solar's technology as a spec for future green designs. As SunMaxx Solar constantly strives towards spreading green technology worldwide, it lives up to the company's mission statement. SunMaxx Solar aims to build a sustainable future for our global community and is proud that the company's installations can benefit customers from the east and west coast. In today's energy consuming world, SunMaxx Solar offers world-class solar and renewable energy products, striving to meet the increasing need for alternative energy sources. For more information contact [email protected].

What type of splice should I use when joining sensor cables to system wiring?

What type of splice should I use when joining sensor cables to system wiring? Do not use wire nuts or connectors. Solder all wire connections, and cover them with shrink wrap tubing. Additionally, since most shrink wrap tubing is not rated as high temp or UV resistant, make sure that those connections are tucked inside UV sheathing, but outside the pipe insulation. See the SunMaxx “Sensor to Wire Connections” installation guide for the entire step-by-step process.

Sensor to Wire Connections Installation Guide.pdf

My sensor cable is only 4 feet long. How do I wire it from the controller all the way to the collectors?

My sensor cable is only 4 feet long. How do I wire it from the controller all the way to the collectors? First off, when wiring to the collectors, make sure you use the high temp sensor (usually black or red). One end of the sensor cable has the sensor, which needs to be at the hot end of the collector array, and the other end has crimped wires that fit easily and securely into controller slots. So, the best thing to do is cut the sensor cable in half, and use each half where it is meant to be used. How do you bridge the gap? Well, SunMaxx pre-insulated line set (corrugated stainless steel pipe) has a 2-strand wire cable embedded inside it just for that purpose. Use the wire in the return line from the collectors to connect the two halves of your sensor. Wire connections should be soldered and shrink wrapped. The SunMaxx “Sensor to Wire Connections” installation guide shows the step-by-step process.

SunMaxx Solar TitanPowerPlus AU40 Receives SRCC Certification

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE –SEPTEMBER 13, 2012 – Binghamton, NY – SunMaxx Solar, a leading, vertically integrated manufacturer of solar thermal systems and components, is pleased to announce that the company’s solar collector, TitanPowerPlus AU40 has received an extremely high rating amongst its competition according to SRCC’s testing. The SRCC has rated the TitanPowerPlus AU40 to produce 42.4 thousand Btu per panel per day on a sunny day. The TitanPowerPlus AU40 flat plate solar collectors feature cutting-edge technical design constructed with the highest quality materials to provide optimal performance and durability while remaining affordable to maximize return on investment. The TitanPowerPlus AU40’s design offers reduced reflection and resistance to temperature fluctuations. The Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC), a non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to provide authoritative performance ratings, certifications and standards for solar thermal products, operates with the intention of protecting and providing guidance to consumers, incentive providers, government, and the solar energy industry. John Maliwacki, Education and Training Program Manager of SunMaxx Solar, comments, “The C-rating of the TitanPowerPlus AU40 collector allows SunMaxx to actively address all phases within the production of solar thermal systems and aggressively participate in large scale solar thermal energy projects.” The criteria of the SRCC’s ratings for solar collectors can be found at www.solar-rating.org. SunMaxx Solar will continue to develop and procure the installation of solar thermal systems nationwide. As SunMaxx Solar constantly strives towards more efficient and economical solar collectors, it lives up to the company’s mission statement. SunMaxx Solar aims to build a sustainable future for our global community and is proud that the company’s installations greatly contribute to reducing our carbon footprint. In today’s energy consuming world, SunMaxx Solar offers world-class solar and renewable energy products, striving to meet the increasing need for alternative energy sources. For more information contact [email protected].