Powered by the sun to block out the Sun
When we use the projector in our showroom we had a problem because the sun would come in through the windows and interfere with the image on the wall. Around the same time, I was at a “green speed dating” event for builders and vendors to get 10 minutes to talk about different products. I saw this guy with these mechanical shutters that were installed on the exterior of the house. I thought that this would be perfect for my house so my boys would actually sleep in and not get up with the sun on the weekends! What I didn’t know then is the the sun has nothing to to with them waking up at the crack of dawn.
Before installing them on the house, I decided to try the technology out on our Eco Showroom first. The installation went great and we can now block out that solar glare when we are using our projector. Since we are green, I wanted this install to be unique. our building is pretty old and the motors need power so instead of hard wiring them, they are powered by solar collectors! This is the first install in North America where these shutter are powered by the sun.
Here is an excerpt from a recent press release that covers the other benefits of Eco Smart Shutters:
According to Matt Hoots, owner and founder of
The Hoots Group: “There were 4 primary reasons behind the decision to purchase: Energy Efficiency, Black-out capability, Low impact installation and added Security.”
1. Energy Efficiency – the solar-powered motor allows for automation with zero net energy consumption, while the product reduces thermal heat gain in the summer and provides insulation in the winter, reducing overall energy consumption and cost.
2. Total Black-out capability – improves visuals of presentations in conference rooms.
3. Low impact install – because the power supply is the sun, no wires or holes have to be cut in the walls for the wires. This allows the finishes on the interior to stay preserved.
4. Security – it adds a real barrier to entry, not just a monitoring system.
