Wednesday 10 March 2010

Stratco goes solar

Independent Weekly
Friday 5/3/2010 Page: 26

Leading building and hardware specialist Stratco is growing its presence in the renewable energy market with the launch of a new solar product. Developed by Stratco's own Research and Development team based at Gepps Cross in Adelaide, the solarcore product range represents a significant opportunity for the local business - which already specialises in roofing and guttering systems. After an intensive selection and optimising process, Stratco will release its solarcore range to the market this month.

Stratco's Michael Stenhouse said solid growth prospects for solar products coupled with unmet demand made the company's decision to go "solar" relatively simple. "The renewable energy market is one that will continue to grow and fits in well with our existing roofing and building product range, so it made sense to develop a product which was increasing in demand." Mr Stenhouse said. "Consumers are looking more and more for green products and solar hot water and photovoltaic (PV) systems are now routinely installed in new homes.

"The development of the product has been a significant investment but one we are sure will ultimately be worthwhile for both consumers and the Stratco business - with significant opportunities both interstate and internationally" solarcore's evacuated glass collector tubes collect heat from the sunlight during cool windy and overcast conditions as well as sunny days.

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