May 16 2006
Open Energy Corporation (OTC BB: OEGY), a renewable energy company focused on the development of solar energy technologies that deliver low-risk, cost-competitive electricity and fresh water, has received a 2006 "Cool Products" Competition award from PCBC (Pacific Coast Builders Conference) for its SolarSave™ Roofing Membrane series of products.
Open Energy's SolarSave™ membranes are building-integrated solar roofing systems for new construction and re-roofing and have the highest per-square-foot power output in the industry. The product encapsulates monocrystalline cells in high-performance composite materials laminated under vacuum pressure to create lightweight, waterproof, fire rated and aesthetically appealing solar roofing membranes for flat or low slope commercial and residential projects. The products are shipped to job sites in 4'x 8' modules that are applied directly on a building surface, then heat welded to form a smooth, waterproof, fire-rated, UL approved roof.
David Saltman, President and CEO of Open Energy Corporation, stated: "We are honored to be recognized by PCBC for our SolarSave™ roofing systems. We believe the renewable energy market, particularly solar energy solutions, are poised for tremendous growth and this award recognizes the appeal of this product to the residential and commercial markets."
Mr. Saltman added: "Until recently, the only option for customers interested in utilizing solar energy systems required attaching large photovoltaic panels to an unattractive metal frame bolted to the roof of the structure. The critical breakthrough in solar technology involves integrating the solar power generating technology into viable building materials. The SolarSave™ Roofing Membrane system, as well as our SolarSave™ Roofing Tile products for residential use, can be easily, reliably, and aesthetically incorporated into the design and construction or renovation of a building."
Open Energy Corporation, which recently changed its name from Barnabus Energy, will be formally recognized at PCBC 2006 (OEC booth is located at west hall, # 8209)at the Moscone Center in San Francisco on June 20-23.