SITE GENERATES SALES QUOTES
The Web site, www.solarquickquotes.com, generates quotes for clean energy systems. Based on the level of customization needs, three editions are available: basic, professional and premier. Information, which uses algorithms based on years of research by Napa, Calif.-based Clean Power Research, is supplied in graphical and tabular formats and includes net-system cost after incentives; savings and costs with tax effects; daily, monthly and annual consumption and production; detailed electric bill savings; and more.
RESOURCE CENTER OFFERS EDUCATION
Wausau, Wis.-based Linetec’s online architectural resource center, www.linetec.com, offers paint and anodized-finish specifications, green-building considerations, project inspirations and new applications. The site also provides Washington, D.C.-based American Institute of Architects’ continuing-education-system units through “Introduction to Coatings: Field Performance and the Application Process.” This self-paced course can earn one learning unit toward health, safety and welfare continuing-education credits.
UPGRADED SITE CATERS TO INTERNATIONAL AUDIENCE
London-based Kalzip has launched an upgraded, fully integrated Web site, www.kalzip.com, to meet the requirements of its international customer base. The new site pairs product and technical content with an enhanced design. Headings and icons make navigation easy. The technical content includes drawings, details and performance requirements, as well as tailored solutions for specific projects around the globe.
WEB SITE FEATURES ROLLFORMING INFORMATION
Samco Machinery Ltd., Toronto, has launched a new Web site that features comprehensive rollforming product information pages, a rollforming learning center and rollforming media center that includes interactive content. The site, www.samco-machinery.com, gives examples of what you should ask rollforming-equipment manufacturers when shopping for equipment.
CONSTRUCT A VIRTUAL ROOF
Homeowners can construct a virtual roof at www.mybestroof.com, a new Web site from Follansbee, W.Va.-based Follansbee. My Best Roof allows homeowners to view full product descriptions, roof comparisons, benefits of going green and galleries of homes. In the “Build Your Own Roof” section, homeowners are directed through a three-step process to customize the style and color of home and roof they desire.