“Lately, we’ve received a great amount of feedback from customers and have learned that the energy efficiency numbers are even higher than originally calculated,” explains Ido Goldstein, director at Smart Fog®.

And, while energy efficiency is a top benefit, the ES100 brings a host of others to the table. For instance, this humidification system is maintenance free and has the ability to disinfect and sanitize so no other system is needed.

“We also have the shortest lead time in the industry,” says Goldstein. “Our clients are up and running in less than a week.”

The ES100 is designed for commercial and industrial use in more than 50 different industries. Some top categories include clean rooms, wineries, data centers, HVAC/buildings and laboratories, printing environments, greenhouses and more.

So, what else makes the ES100 so special? The secret lies in the small droplet size of the water (4.2 micron) and the engineered spacing between the air and water. Smart Fog has succeeded in manipulating the droplet size to be the smallest in the industry. Water evaporates only from the droplet’s surface.

If the droplet’s surface area, in relation to the volume of water is decreased, then the evaporation efficiency is increased. The smaller the droplet size, the longer it can stay airborne. Therefore, a smaller droplet size leads to faster and more efficient water evaporation. In fact, Smart Fog has achieved a 100 percent evaporation rate which equals 100 percent water efficiency.

Installation is easy with simple, step-by-step instructions. And, customer service support is always available by phone or e-mail.

“Our clients’ success is what makes us successful,” adds Goldstein. “We work with our clients on a project-by-project basis to ensure that they get exactly what they need. There is no such thing as one size fits all.”

About SmartFog:
In business since 1980, Smart Fog® Inc. is the recognized world leader in the industrial and commercial humidification systems industry. And, all products are manufactured in the U.S.

For more information, visit: www.smartfog.com .

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DualCool uses a direct evaporative process to pre-cool outdoor air entering the condenser coil, and an indirect process (no moisture added) to pre-cool ventilation air entering the building. On retail facilities in hot dry climates, DualCool typically reduces annual cooling energy use and peak electrical demand by 25 to 40 percent.

This 2011 installation program resulted from a partnering effort of three affiliate members of the UC Davis Western Cooling Efficiency Center (WCEC): Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), Walmart and ICI. UC Davis launched the WCEC in 2007 to accelerate the implementation of proven cooling technologies that take advantage of the unique characteristics of dry climates typical of the western U.S.

Walmart began testing DualCool on stores in California and Arizona in 2008. ICI introduced its “Generation 2″ DualCool version in 2010. Prototypes of this higher-performance, lower-priced DualCool line were monitored by the WCEC in 2010, leading to this year’s Walmart demonstration program supported by PG&E.

“We are focused on leading the industry with implementation of cost-effective technologies that improve efficiency and move us toward a more sustainable future,” says Jim McClendon, Walmart Director of Engineering. “We have been evaluating various evaporative pre-cooling products, and our major criteria are performance, durability, and favorable economics.”

The 2011 installations were supported by PG&E as a potential element of its Emerging Technologies program. Beutler Heating and Air of Sacramento, another WCEC Affiliate Member, installed the 115 DualCool units under a subcontract with ICI. The 14 stores stretched from Oroville in the north to Fresno in the south.

“We are always interested in technology that allows our customers to save energy during peak hours of operation,” says Dave Alexander of PG&E. “Thanks in part to the work of the Western Cooling Efficiency Center and their affiliate partners such as Walmart and Integrated Comfort, there is a renewed interest in evaporative pre-cooling for hot dry climates. Over the next year we will continue to monitor performance and track energy savings on these installations.”

Mark Modera, Director of the WCEC, comments that “Retrofit cooling efficiency technologies are particularly needed because there are millions of RTU’s in use that will not be replaced for years. The WCEC is encouraging both new and retrofit cooling technologies, but the overall savings potential is greater in the retrofit category.”

“DualCool is designed for durability and easy service,” notes Dick Bourne, ICI Vice-President. “Our stainless steel enclosures, top-of-the line evaporative media, and high-performance cooling coils ensure long life, large peak demand reduction, and significant energy cost savings. We look forward to more partnering with key participants to cost-effectively improve the efficiencies of commercial cooling equipment.”

Company Information:
Integrated Comfort Inc. is a privately-held California corporation that develops and markets energy-efficient cooling products and systems.

For more information, visit: http://icidualcool.com .

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The awards program recognizes Dayton-area companies and business leaders who have outshined their competitors.

“The companies recognized at our annual Business of the Year Awards are impressive businesses from across the Dayton region, including Energy Optimizers, who is building on their success in the green industry, an emerging business category and a frontrunner for the future,” shared Carol Clark, publisher of the Dayton Business Journal.

The Business of the Year judging demanded a rigorous set of objective criteria, with Energy Optimizers, USA being chosen as a finalist amongst many deserving candidates from the Miami Valley.

The judges independently use a 100 point scale for each of the six judging criteria: financials, supporting documentation, innovations, strategy and vision; product or service’s place in the market; outshining others. Those individual scores are totaled and only the top three scorers in each award category are named finalists.

“To be selected from such an impressive collection of Dayton-area businesses is a great honor for us,” shared Greg Smith, Energy Optimizers, USA’s president. “This award recognizes the hard work and dedication of our growing team to achieve significant value and savings for Ohio’s K-12 schools and government clients.”

The Business of the Year awards, presented by Soin International, is the prestigious black-tie gala held at the Schuster Center downtown that honors companies and business leaders from throughout the area who have outshined their competitors.

About Energy Optimizers, USA:
Energy Optimizers, USA audits, recommends and executes energy saving changes that make Ohio’s schools more efficient, greatly reducing their cost of operations. All across Ohio, Energy Optimizers, USA is implementing energy savings and conservation opportunities with school districts, including lighting and HVAC retrofits, building controls retrofits, wind and solar installations. Their programs include Energy Savings Projects, Wind & Solar Projects, Maintenance Plan Advisor Services and Energy Efficiency Education and Awareness Programs.

To learn more about Energy Optimizers, USA, visit their website at http://energyoptimizersusa.com or call them at (937) 877-1919.

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This initiative comes at a time when oil prices are at historic highs. Oil prices are $1.00 higher than they were this time last year. With the volatility of the oil market, members of The Energy Co-op purchasing either Bioheat or standard heating oil can take advantage of the fixed margins negotiated by the Heating Oil Program staff. This past heating season, members saved an average of $0.25 per gallon compared to the state retail average.

Along with being competitively priced, Bioheat offers many advantages to the heating oil consumer. It is produced domestically, which supports local jobs and reduces America’s dependence on foreign oil. Additionally, Bioheat reduces air emissions like carbon monoxide, particulates, and smog forming compounds, improving the air quality around the home. Finally, no additional modifications are required for existing oil burners or tanks. Users purchasing standard heating oil can switch to Bioheat on their next delivery.

To kick off the Clean Heat initiative, The Energy Co-op launched a Clean Heat video contest. Members compete by submitting videos sharing their experience using Bioheat. The Energy Co-op will use the member videos as a way to promote use of the product and create general awareness of this alternative fuel by connecting potential users to current users. The contest will conclude on October 20, 2011.

For full details, visit http://www.theenergy.coop/Heating_Oil/heatingoil_cleanheat.htm .

“Bioheat is an excellent way to heat your home and protect the environment. Best of all, through The Energy Cooperative, members can have access to this premium product at a competitive price,” stated Krystal Eason, Marketing Coordinator for The Energy Co-op.

Members of The Energy Co-op agree. Kathy Bernardin of Pottstown, PA uses a 5 percent blend level of biodiesel to heat her home and commented that the organization “provides trusted guidance to those that care about the environment while providing a cost savings.”

After discovering members lacked awareness or knowledge of Bioheat despite the fact that The Energy Co-op has been offering it to members since 2006, Clean Heat was developed as a way for the organization to educate their members on what Bioheat is, where it comes from and how they could benefit from it.

For consumers interested in becoming a member of The Energy Cooperative and switching to Bioheat, visit their website at www.TheEnergy.Coop or call 215-413-2122. Additional information on Bioheat and their Clean Heat initiative can be found at http://www.theenergy.coop/Heating_Oil/heatingoil_cleanheat.htm .

About The Energy Cooperative:
The Energy Cooperative, a member-owned nonprofit, was founded by the Mt. Airy food co-op Weaver’s Way in 1979 as a heating oil co-op. Since this time, The Energy Co-op has grown to offer residential and commercial members access to renewable electricity, as well as biodiesel to commercial fleets. The mission of The Energy Co-op is to provide members access to renewable energy at a cost savings.

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Energy Savings for the Bethel Local School District:
Energy Optimizers, USA has designed the Bethel District project to include a building automation control system to utilize advanced energy conservation programs to control the heating, cooling and ventilation systems. Lighting upgrades will significantly reduce the electrical load and improve the energy efficiency and quality of light in the facility. Solar powered automatic restroom sinks and a solar thermal domestic hot water system will be installed, saving energy and water while serving as an educational tool for the students and community. New HVAC systems will be installed in the High School, Junior High, and 1969 Elementary wings. Superintendent Jeff Cassell explains that, “while the project cost is $633,290, it will reduce utility, operating and maintenance costs annually by at least $58,465.”

Energy Savings for the Covington Exempted Village School District:
A basic direct digital control system will be installed to control each of the District’s boiler systems. Numerous lighting upgrades will be made in each of the three buildings to improve the quality of lighting and reduce the electrical load and energy cost. Middle School urinal retrofits will significantly reduce the water and sewer usages. Steam trap retrofits will be made within the HVAC systems at the Middle School and High School, and exposed main steam pipe lines will be insulated to reduce energy loss.

The project cost is $136,100, and anticipated annual utility, operating and maintenance savings are estimated at a minimum of $42,832. The district will realize a net annual cash flow of $30,912 after making annual payments on the project, which will result in a 5.78 year payback including interest. Superintendent Randy Earl states that, “As an administrator, it is my responsibility to ensure that our district is a good steward of taxpayers’ money. I feel that the Covington School District is doing just that by implementing this exciting project.”

Energy Education Program:
Energy Optimizers, USA will work with both school districts to implement an energy education and training program, tied to the curriculum, for students and staff. Activities will include creating and implementing a district-wide energy conservation handbook incorporating suggested student and staff behaviors and expectations that directly affect energy usage, and having the school districts qualify for and become recognized by the Federal Energy Star Energy Efficient Buildings Program.

Greg Smith, President of Energy Optimizers, USA, stated, “We are extremely excited to be working with these Miami County Schools to not only save them a substantial amount of money, but also save the environment and provide their students with a unique educational opportunity and possibly springboard interested students into the field of energy efficiency and/or the renewable energy field. We will also be providing a graduating student from each district interested in the energy and/or engineering field with a $1,000 scholarship during the 2011-12 school year.”

About Energy Optimizers, USA:
Energy Optimizers, USA works with Ohio school districts and government agencies to implement energy savings opportunities to reduce operational costs, including lighting retrofits, renewable energy projects (wind and solar), HVAC retrofit projects, building automation retrofits and energy education programs. To learn more about Energy Optimizers, USA, visit their website at http://energyoptimizersusa.com or call them at (937) 877-1919.

- Image Caption: Greg Smith educating students on energy savings techniques utilized in the classroom.

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Consider the Left Handed Whoppers. In 1998, Burger King ran an ad in USA Today, saying that people could get a Whopper for left-handed people whose condiments were designed to drip out of the right side. Not only did customers order the new burgers, but some specifically requested the “old” right-handed burger (Source: Wikipedia).

For a family-owned, family-operated business, April Fool’s Day could prove quite interesting. New business ideas and announcements that originate on April Fool’s Day tend to stick in someone’s mind for quite some time. However, the highlight of April 1st, 2011, will be the special announcement of “Doc,” also known as Kevon H. Binder, owner of Doctor Flue, Inc., located in Tecumseh, Michigan.

“Doc” of Doctor Flue is known throughout the community for his uniqueness. He started the chimney-sweeping business 25 years ago, wearing the sweep’s traditional top hat and long tails, with red-rimmed glasses, a stethoscope, and driving a 1953 Dodge Panel Truck. His business has grown over the years, to 28 counties in three states, in both services offered and his family team of experts ready to serve their customers.

Doctor Flue strives to find a unique way of connecting with their customers in order to serve them better. “We are a family owned, family operated and a family focused service company that is dedicated to helping you and your family ensure the safety of your home,” explains “Doc.”

Over the past year, “Doc” has involved his customers in bettering the business. An on-line survey of satisfaction was implemented on his website, www.drflue.com and clients could log in to offer their comments about the services provided. They also logged in ticket numbers they received when the Doctor Flue team visited their home to take care of chimney and fireplace service.

Snowstorms and cold temperatures are typical of Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio winters. But a massive ice storm over President’s Day put a damper on things across the community as people worked to clean up property damage from the ice and fallen tree limbs. The Doctor Flue team assisted their customers in ensuring their chimney and brickwork was safe, repaired, and stable, and he helped them process their insurance claims.

Now, “Doc” is going to fit a bit of sunny Aruba into the wintry weather mix. “Doc” has promised one week of warm, tropical weather to a pair of his lucky customers, as a result of the survey and ticket registration collected on his website. One lucky ticket will send two people for a week’s stay at Playa Linda Beach Resort in Aruba, complete with airfare and local transportation.

“Doc” picked April 1st to present two lucky winners their Aruba sweepstakes. He may even dress in his lucky, traditional chimney sweep attire for the event! Who will receive the April Fool’s Day winning presentation? Only Doctor Flue knows! Stay tuned.

For more information, visit http://www.drflue.com/ .

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Powers of Arkansas was presented the award at the banquet hosted by Arkansas Business at the Statehouse Convention Center in downtown Little Rock on Feb. 22, 2011. Over 850 business leaders and associates attended the event honoring businesses, business leaders and non-profit organizations from all over the state. The winners were chosen by a select group of business leaders and executives. Alan Hope, the President and CEO of Powers of Arkansas was also a nominee in the Executive of the Year category.

“I value this award as a testimony to our employees and their hard work and dedication to going above and beyond every day for our customers,” said Alan Hope, President and CEO of Powers of Arkansas. “I also believe that an honor such as this is a testament to our customers and their support and commitment to our company.”

About Powers of Arkansas:
Powers of Arkansas has 120 employees around the state that serve customers ranging from over 35 hospitals including the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and over 75 State and Commercial customers including the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality and over 30 Higher Education campuses including Ouachita Baptist University.

More information online: www.powersar.com .

For more information, and media queries, contact:
Steve Davison
Beechwood Consulting, Inc.
501 425-1528
sdavison52@comcast.net .

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“We’re proud to announce that BuildingGreen found Zip-Ez fasteners to be an energy-saving system of attaching insulation to ducts and that using Zip-Ez fasteners may add LEED points towards ‘green’ building certification,” said John Tomaini, president, J.T. Products, Inc.

UL Classified and now GreenSpec Listed Zip-Ez fasteners are the preferred, patented insulation fastening system that saves time and also helps save energy.

They are manufactured in the U.S. can be found in all of the top wholesale locations across the country. For a complete listing, check the website location listing at www.jtproducts.com/purch.html.

For more information about Zip-Ez revolutionary HVAC fasteners, contact:
John Tomaini
J.T. Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 626 – Warwick, NY 10990
845.988.2000 phone – 845.988.2001 fax
www.jtproducts.com – sales@jtproducts.com

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