Re: [RE-wrenches] PV direct to a 230Vac pump?

2014-06-17 Thread Ray Walters
The Franklin SolarPak uses a standard AC motor and pump down hole, and a special inverter/ controller above ground for array direct operation. The pump is 3 phase though. You didn't mention phase, but I'm guessing yours is not 3 phase. R.Ray Walters CTO, Solarray, Inc Nabcep Certified PV Insta

[RE-wrenches] PV direct to a 230Vac pump?

2014-06-17 Thread Jeff Oldham
Anyone know of a way to power an AC 230V pump PV direct? AeroVironment’s USPC-5000/2000 are no longer made. No, a DC pump will not fulfill this need. Thanks >From the Solar, Wind and Hydro powered office of Jeff Oldham/Regenerative >SOLutions ___

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Rather than sharing individual presentation examples, I did a screen recording of preparing a model in Sketchup Pro and Layout from start to finish. This is me preparing a real presentation package that will be used tomorrow at an in-house presentation by a sales rep. I ignored roof obstructions in

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread Jason Szumlanski
To answer August's question regarding plugins, and as a recommendation to Daniel - you MUST use the Instant Roof plugin by Chuck Vali. It went subscription based this year, but for $39/year you get the most incredible time saver you can ever imagine. Don't take this the wrong way, and not to brag,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread August Goers
Hi Jason, These look nice, just what we’re looking for. Do you model the buildings to 3D yourself? Do you use any plugins or just Sketchup Pro? Best, August *From:* RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On Behalf Of *Jason Szumlanski *Sent:* Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread Jason Szumlanski
It depends on what you call quick, and what you consider professional looking. I've found Sketchup to be perfect for our needs. I'm usually doing low-cost solar pool heating system presentations, so speed is critical. 15-20 minutes is usually enough time for a great 5-page presentation in Sketchup

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread Chris Mason
I use Sketchup and skelion, I don't think you will find anything better or quicker. On Tue, Jun 17, 2014 at 2:54 PM, August Goers wrote: > Hi Wrenches, > > We are finding that more and more of our competitors are giving > prospective clients a really nice array sketch along with their proposals

[RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread August Goers
Hi Wrenches, We are finding that more and more of our competitors are giving prospective clients a really nice array sketch along with their proposals. We have been using Google Earth and Sketchup for this but our sales reps are wondering if there is anything better out there. I am aware of Pictom