Solar Hot Water Systems

Registered systems have been selected on their ability to meet or exceed the rigorous requirements of industry recognized certification standards.

Below is a list of the systems that are currently registered for the SolarBC program. Systems have been selected on their ability to meet or exceed the rigorous requirements of industry recognized certification standards such as Canadian Standards Association (CSA), F379.1-88, Solar Rating Certification Corporation (SRCC) OG300, EN 12976 or European Solar Keymark. All systems include minimum, industry standard manufacturer warranties of 10 years for the solar collectors, and one year for all other system components.

Enerworks

EnerWorks develops and manufactures proprietary renewable energy appliances for residential and commercial markets. EnerWorks one to four collector panel systems are current the only solar thermal systems that are CSA approved. With this certification, inspector approvals are greatly simplified as is the homeowner's ability to obtain the appropriate insurance after the installation is complete. Through the SRCC, this system has also received OG300 certification. The system is designed and assembled in North America with tightly-controlled manufacturing, testing and quality processes and features a closed loop, flat plate, low flow system with freeze-protection to optimize performance in a wide range of climates.

GSE IP – 195

Globe Solar Energy Inc. (GSE) is a Toronto-based solar company that designs and manufactures solar products, especially solar thermal systems in Canada, and specializes in meeting Canadian climate conditions and the needs of CSA. GSE focuses on the leading technology – evacuated tube-based solar thermal products for the North American market. Over 400 systems have been installed in Canada with the earliest installations serving five winters already. GSE’s extensive experience and in-depth resources will quickly accelerate their solar thermal installations in Canada. The GSE system is currently awaiting CSA approval, and is a Natural Resources Canada approved collector. GSE has also passed the Canadian National Solar Facility tests and is certified to European Solar Keymark standards.

Taylor Munro Suncoil

Taylor Munro Energy Systems Inc. has been operating right here in British Columbia since May 1995. The company focuses on design and installation of solar water heating systems for residential and commercial applications. The Taylor Munro SunCoil system is a flat plate, drain back solar water heating system that can be used in residential and commercial settings to provide hot water for showers, dishes, laundry, etc. The system can also be customized to heat water for swimming pools, hot tubs, radiant floor space heating, and numerous commercial and industrial applications, as well as residential applications. A typical residential SunCoil system includes:

• 4' x 8' glazed solar collectors
• Automatic controller
• Bronze circulating pump
• Insulated storage tank
• Copper coil heat exchanger
• Flexible PEX pipe and bronze fittings

Thermo Dynamics Ltd.

Thermo Dynamics Ltd (TDL) is a Canadian company engaged in the research, development, production, distribution and installation of solar thermal equipment. The company has been involved in the solar thermal industry since 1981 and operates from its head office and in Nova Scotia, specializing in liquid, flat plate, glazed collectors with aluminum/copper absorbers. The system is a year-round domestic hot water pre-heat system with double freeze protection, using antifreeze and draindown, to protect the system in cold climates. In hot climates over temperature protection is provided by inhibited glycol coupled with draindown and thermostatic tank protection. The system is certified to meet the US SRCC OG300 standards, has passed the Canadian National Solar Facility tests and is currently awaiting CSA approval.

Thermomax

Thermomax is proud to offer a complete line of products to suit your solar heating needs. We stand behind our quality. Systems installed since the early 1980's are still performing efficiently and are saving their owners a substantial percentage of their heating bills. Standard designs (including DIY) for Domestic Hot Water (DHW) systems are available. These vary depending on your locations and whether the area is subject to freezing. A Thermomax solar heating system is easy to install and a complete DHW installation can be completed within a day or two. Installation is straightforward for both new buildings and retrofits. In fact, the collector is so light and modular that it can be installed by just one person. In 2005, Thermomax DF100, HP100 and HP200 collectors were awarded the International Forum Design award for excellence in product design. Thermomax products were the first company to receive the European quality mark for solar collectors - the SolarKeymark. The Thermomax systems are SRCC OG300 certified and are awaiting CSA certification.