Join The Smart Companies, this Saturday at the SWFL Green Futures Expo show at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center. The Expo opens at 10 a.m. and is free to the public. There will be Mangrove Walks, Green Home tours, free Calendars, and guest speakers. As a matter of fact, our own Brian Rist, will be speaking twice at this years even, once at 11:15 and again at 1:15. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear what exciting ideas Brian is looking to bring to SWFL.
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SWFL Green Futures Expo
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Solar Decathlon Part 2
Wednesday, September 28th, 2011While at the biennial Solar Decathlon, Mr. Rist managed to sent us some pictures. All the houses were incredible and there was so much excitement from the students who designed and built the houses to all the visitors who attended the 3 day event.
The first image is of the Florida International University entry. Some of the innovative technologies use on this house were: cross ventilation, canopy shades, ductless air conditioning sensors and timers to provide system automation. An interesting idea arose while looking at the canopy shade system, this system could not only be used for sun shading, but also security or storm protection.
The Middlebury College house uses a solar array of 30 panels that can produce as much as 7,900 kWh annually. Triple pane windows were used on this house to achieve a 0.53 heat gain coefficient. In addition, the house uses a solar hot water system. This system uses sun light during the day to heat water that runs through evacuated tubes. The Smart Companies uses similar technology in their Solar AC system.
Purdue University used large, stylish overhangs to reduce summertime sun from shining directly through the windows and allowing the lower, winter sun to shine through, helping raise the room temperature. One of the unique features of this house is the heat pump hot water heater. This system uses the ambient air inside the house to help heat the water.
Solar Decathlon
Friday, September 23rd, 2011Brian Rist, president of The Smart Companies, will be attending this years Solar Decathlon, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.
The Solar Decathlon challenges university teams to design, build and operate solar-powered houses that are affordable, energy-efficient, and attractive. The decathlon is designed to demonstrate the opportunities presented by affordable homes that combine energy-efficient construction and appliances with renewable energy systems that are available today.
While attending, Mr. Rist will be looking for the latest in solar powered systems, home technologies, and meeting with other industry leaders. His hopes are to bring some of these technologies to market in SWFL. The Smart Companies has already formed a business partnership to bring home owners and businesses the “Solar AC” system.
Break out your Doo Wop dancing shoes!
Tuesday, March 15th, 2011
Storm Smart is a proud sponsor of this fun filled event & hope you will join us! So break out your poodle skirts, saddle shoes, plain white T-shirts and your favorite pair of faded blue jeans as Doo Wop night returns to The Sanibel Community House Wednesday March 23rd.
Doo -Wop, entering its second year is a 1950s Sock Hop features music by The Del Prados. In addition to the music, enjoy a 1950’s themed dinner provided by Bailey’s Catering, while The Del Prado’s perform Doo-Wop hits such as “Since I Don’t Have You” ,” Why Do Fools Fall In Love” and “Run around Sue.”
The Del Prado’s, a group of retired doctors and dentists, formed in 2000 just for fun, and quickly became a local favorite with Southwest Floridians. Their name comes from Del Prado Boulevard, the main street in Cape Coral, where they reside.
Reservations are required. Call The Community House at 472-2155 to reserve seat or a table.
Doors open at 6:00 pm, dinner begins at 6:30, and The entertainment begins at 7pm.
$25 members, $35 guests.
50′s Doo Wop Night is back. The Del Prados will be performing all your favorite hits.
This is an Island Favorite, so be sure to make your reservations early!
Members $25.00 Non-Members $35.00.
Cherish The Children Event Sponsor
Monday, March 14th, 2011
Storm Smart Building Systems, Inc. participated as a Corporate Sponsor this past Saturday at the Sidney & Berne David Art Center. Many local artist provided one-of-a-kind art work, furniture, and more for this fun event. While at the event we enjoyed the funky drinks, wine, hors d’oeuvres and live music. So much fun and the benefits go to the Imaginarium Hands on Museum and Aquarium.
