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2012 Dealer Convention Classes

  • "AET- Engineered Racking Solutions"

    Applied Energy Technologies

    An overview of the engineering, manufacturing and installation process of each of our product lines: Rayport, T6 Pitched Roof and T6 Ground Mount.

  • "WEEBs – Bonding and Grounding Solutions"

    BURNDY LLC

    It covers a thorough explanation about using WEEBs for bonding and grounding PV installations as well as NEC requirements. Product samples will be handed out and various racking/module frame assemblies will be passed around for a better understanding of the application. Also, the proper technique on how to install a WEEB will be demonstrated.

  • "How to Close More Residential Solar Deals with CPF Tools"

    Clean Power Finance

    Clean Power FinanceClean Power Finance will present best practices on how to accelerate your sales cycle from quote to close using CPF Tools, their next generation solar software solution. Grow your solar pipeline in less time with a fast, real-time platform that helps strategically manage your entire sales process, improving your customer management efforts and effectiveness of your sales team. Learn how to create an efficient, scalable sales process that helps you grow your business in 2012 and beyond.

  • "How to Win with 3rd Party Residential Solar Financing in 2012"

    Clean Power Finance

    Clean Power Finance Driven by homeowner demand, 3rd party financing has created a mass market opportunity for you and your business in 2012. This program will show you how to stay competitive in the marketplace and offer diverse energy solutions to your customers. Learn how to grow your solar business in this rapidly changing market. Understand the keys to best positioning a finance sale to homeowners. And most importantly, maintain your business’ unique identity and brand. Whether you are new to residential solar financing or a seasoned professional, this program will help provide a roadmap to growth in the new year.

  • "Delta Solivia Grid Tie Inverter and Monitoring Introduction"

    Delta Products Corp.

    "Solivia" Solar Inverters for Intelligent and Versatile Applications. Be a part of this 1 hour session presented by Josh Levinson and Brian Herzog from Delta Power Corporation. During your time together they will cover the exciting and innovative Solivia features that are important to you the Installer. Delta’s 40+ years in the power electronic business has allowed them to focus on releasing an inverter line that encompasses the core strengths important to the heart of your PV system. Learn about the Solivia “Built To Last” concept, the “Plug and Play” monitoring, the “Ease of Installation” characteristics, and the “Maximum Energy Harvest” designs. Participation enters you into a raffle to win either a 2.5KW or 3.3KW Solivia.

  • "Delta Solivia Continuation Class"

    Delta Products Corp.

    This one hour slot from Delta is a continuation class for those who took part in the previous intro presentation. Delta will dive into more detail in terms of setup, configuration, monitoring connection. A perfect way to leave the conference with all the necessary tools to do your first Solivia Install.

  • "Don’t Forget About the Racking"

    DPW

    DPW Solar will be presenting different racking options for site specific applications while discussing factors affecting product design. Discover time saving installation methods and tools for specifying the best mounting solution for your residential or commercial PV solar projects.

  • "Microinverter Systems and Technology"

    Enphase Energy

    Enphase Energy will be offering NABCEP accredited training sessions covering Microinverter systems and technology. Students attending will gain a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of Enphase microinverter technology and practical knowledge of designing and installing Enphase microinverter systems. This training is relevant for both new and experienced PV Solar professionals.

    This training will be broken into four sessions –
    Session 1 – Introduction to Enphase Energy
    Session 2 – Enphase system design and installation
    Session 3- Introduction to Enphase Energy (Repeat of Session1)
    Session 4 – Envoy communications and Enlighten Monitoring.
    NOTE: Students attending the Introduction, Design and Installation, Envoy Communications and Enlighten session will receive the NABCEP CEU credits.

  • "Fronius Inverter and DATCOM Training"

    Fronius

    Fronius is offering a 4-hour training session for qualified PV professionals on Fronius inverters and system monitoring solutions. This course will cover Fronius inverter technology, system design, string sizing, installation best practices, troubleshooting and product features and benefits as well as highlights of Fronius DATCOM solutions.

    This course is recommended for dealers, installers, contractors, engineers, and PV system designers and developers and has been certified for continuing education credit by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). Note: All 4 hours must be attended to earn NABCEP credit.

  • "Ken Gardner's Industry Experience"

    Ken Gardner

    The greatest training resource is usually from the participants who come to be trained. The proposed class will draw from the experience of those working in the field. We propose to gather and present the following types of information: Preferred tools, Best installation practices, NEC code application experiences, Techniques and tricks, Product installation experience, Lessons learned, New products, Safety procedures, and more!

  • "Magnum Energy's Inverters in AC Coupling Applications"

    Magnum Energy

    This session will address how to add battery backup power and continue using the renewable energy source in a grid tie system during a utility outage.

  • "Disconnecting and Arc Fault PV Combiners"

    MidNite Solar Inc.

    Robin Gudgel, President and founder of MidNite Solar, will discuss the benefits of disconnecting and arc fault PV combiners and why an emergency disconnect switch is so important.

  • "Designing Battery Banks Utilizing UNIGY II Modules for Use in Grid Tie Battery Backup Applications"

    MK Battery

    This course is an introduction to the DEKA SOLAR UNIGY II Series. This product is a simple, modular approach to creating battery banks of almost any size and voltage required in today’s Solar applications. This class will focus on designing a UNIGY II battery bank as part of a Grid Tie Battery Backup System.

  • "Morningstar Solar Controllers for Battery-Based Solar PV Systems"

    Morningstar

    Morningstar Sales Engineer Douglas Grubbs presents a workshop on MPPT Solar Controllers, Controller String Sizing, Solar Lighting Systems and the new features of the 3rd Generation SunSaver Solar Controller. This presentation will be valuable for anyone selling, designing or installing Solar PV systems utilizing Solar Controllers for charging batteries.

  • "Update from NABCEP"

    NABCEP


  • "AC Bussing & AC Coupling of Large Inverter Systems"

    OutBack Power

    Mark Mays, Applications Engineer at OutBack Power explores solutions to the AC bussing challenges that are faced when integrating multiple inverter systems in both new and existing distribution systems. The related topic of AC coupling battery-based inverters with batteryless grid-tie inverters to provide backup power in the event of grid-loss is also discussed.

  • "Grid-Hybrid solutions with OutBack"

    Outback Power

    Application Engineer, Ronald Paredes, will offer a complete system integration overview beginning with photovoltaic systems, charge controllers, batteries, and inverters. The seminar will also cover advanced topics of battery management techniques.

  • "Power-One Aurora Inverters: Features and Benefits of Dual MPPTs and Transformer-less Technology"

    Power-One

    This session will give you an in-depth introduction to Power-One, the world's second largest designer and manufacturer of photovoltaic inverters. The company has a long-standing history in the global power electronics industry, providing a four-decade strong foundation for its technology innovation, quality and service within the Renewable Energy industry. You will learn about Power-One’s full range of products and services for the solar market, from small residential inverters to large utility-grade units and how they are manufactured in Phoenix, Arizona.

  • "Solar Roofing Best Practices"

    Quick Mount PV

    Quick Mount PV's Johan Alfsen will discuss how to follow important roofing codes and best practices to maintain roof warranties, protect the roof, ensure strong waterproof installations, and reduce installer liability.

  • "Introduction to Module Assembly and Installation Best Practices"

    REC Solar US

    REC Solar US Technical Sales Manager George McClellan will present a high level overview of how a solar PV module is assembled and factors that help make a high-performing, reliable module. The second part of the class is a review of factors to consider when designing systems and installing solar modules.

    This course is recommended for installers, sales professionals, system designers and dealers.

  • "Satcon Technology Best Practices In Light to Large System Design"

    Satcon

    Maximizing Performance, Minimizing Down Time, and Diving Higher Total System Value through Optimized System Design.

  • "Schneider Electric battery-based and off-grid systems"

    Schneider Electric

    An interactive presentation about Schneider Electric's off-grid systems, including the XW inverter line and charge controllers, including the new MPPT 80A, 600V charge controller. Topics to include: Overview of a battery-based system (for both off-grid and grid-tie applications), and installation of such systems.

  • "Schneider Electric Residential and Small Commercial Grid-Tied Inverters, and EV Chargers"

    Schneider Electric

    An interactive presentation about Schneider Electric's new residential grid-tie offering (the Conext series), an interactive presentation about the Schneider Electric GT 30--the first small commercial bipolar transformerless inverter in the industry, and an introduction to our EV charging equipment--now available through AEE Solar.

  • "How Top Pros Close Online Leads"

    ServiceMagic

    Thousands of pros have figured out the formula for success with online leads. During this class, ServiceMagic will share insider tips on how service pros are using the internet to get more work. Find out the keys to success and walk away with a plan on how to get more business with online leads.

  • "Sharp Solar Energy Solution Company & Product Line Update"

    Sharp Solar

    This training session will feature an overview of Sharp's current module product line including the cosmetically superior Black-on-Black residential module and the recently announced SunSnap integrated residential kit solution. You will learn about Sharp's 50 years of leadership in the solar industry and the technical advantages behind Sharp's performance and warranty superiority.

  • "SMA Commercial Rooftop Overview including Communications"

    SMA

    This seminar will cover the emerging trend of medium to large size solar installations on commercial rooftops. SMA has many solutions available to help you capitalize on the thousands of square feet of rooftop space available for systems of this scale using Sunny Boy inverters (including the transformerless) and Sunny Tower inverters. These SMA inverter families will be discussed including application, single-phase inverters in three-phase applications and voltage requirements. And an overview of SMA communication products. 2 hours with NABCEP.

  • "SMA Hybrid Systems"

    SMA

    Learn how to utilize SMA Products in both traditional and hybrid systems using string inverters and the new Sunny Boy micro inverters to create the perfect solution for any project. Including Grid-tied battery backup systems using Sunny Island. 2 hours with NABCEP.

  • "SnapNrack updates and innovations for 2012"

    SnapNrack

    Renewable energy veteran Tim Vaughn will give a overview of the innovations and updates you can expect to see from the SnapNrack team for the 2012 product year.

  • "The SolarEdge Distributed System Architecture"

    SolarEdge

    SolarEdge optimizes every link in the solar PV chain. Module embedded MPPT electronics maximize energy production from each module. Fixed string voltage enables constraint-free design and full roof utilization. Module level monitoring pinpoints faults and provides notifications. SafeDC automatic module shutdown maximizes PV system safety for installers and service personnel. This presentation includes the following subjects: system overview, product line review, safety features, monitoring server review.

  • "Solar-Log, the leading installer friendly and inverter independent monitoring system for any solar PV plant!"

    Solar-Log

    This class will provide a comprehensive overview, examples and detailed live demonstrations of the Solar-Log monitoring system. Solar Log is the global market leader in PV monitoring, with over 110,000 plants monitored worldwide. Our monitoring solutions scale to any size PV plant, allowing installers to save time and money by learning only one system.

  • "Commercial Inverter Training "

    Solectria Renewables

    Training will include String sizing, Design and features, Components, Upgrades, DC and AC electrical connections.

  • "Utility-Scale Inverter Training"

    Solectria Renewables

    Training will include String sizing, Design and features, Megawatt solar station details, Utility-scale features, Components, Upgrades, DC and AC electrical connections.

  • "Solmetric update: Best Practices for Shade Measurements and System Verification"

    Solmetric

    Keith Rose, Solmetric VP Sales, will present how the right use of professional tools can help position your organization to capture more deals while saving time and money in the process. Best practices for optimizing site evaluation and design with the SunEye and system verification, troubleshooting and commissioning with the PV Analyzer will be discussed.

  • "Off-Grid Wind Turbines"

    SouthWest Wind Power

    A general overview of SouthWest Wind Power's off-grid wind turbines, Air and Whisper, and their applications.

  • "Basics of Flooded Lead Acid Batteries"

    Surrette

    A discussion on how flooded lead acid batteries are manufactured and the maintenance and charging requirements.

  • "Paralex: The Value Proposition of Micro Inverters at the Cost and Serviceability of String Inverters"

    Sustainable Energy Technologies

    Sustainable Energy Technologies will introduce their Paralex inverter series, the first string inverters to enable a parallel system architecture. Meet the Paralex team and learn how to use Paralex for non-ideal roofs, thin film and BIPV.

  • "Designing & Installing a SmartModule™ PV Array with Tigo Energy"

    Tigo Energy

    Earn NABCEP credits while learning how Tigo Energy's unique technology maximizes array performance, provides best-in-class module level monitoring and enhanced safety. The class will also cover Tigo Energy's plug-and-play installation with the latest products and system enhancements. Project engineers, system designers and installers are encouraged to join Daniel Roberts, Tigo Energy's Systems Engineering Manager, for this in-depth look at the Tigo Energy Maximizer System the technology behind SmartModule™.

  • "Maximize your Next PV Order with Tigo Energy"

    Tigo Energy

    Tigo Energy continues its explosive growth both in the residential and commercial PV market. This growth is driven by the significant values offered to both dealers and system owners. Dealers win more business by maximizing system power, providing state-of-the-art module level monitoring and enhancing system safety with Tigo Energy's Maximizer System. Tim Kubes, VP of North American Sales at Tigo Energy, will show you the benefits of installing the fastest growing product in its class.

  • "Battery 101 for Renewable Energy Systems"

    Trojan Battery

    Melvin Cobb, Technical Support Engineer from Trojan Battery Company, will give a deep-cycle battery technology overview and discuss battery maintenance for battery-based renewable energy systems. He will cover battery basics and answer common questions about using a hydrometer and equalization.

  • "AEE Solar Off-Grid Workshop"

    AEE Solar

    AEE Solar Tech Rep Brian Teitelbaum leads a discussion on key elements of offgrid system design including offgrid system designs for homes and remote power systems, backup wind and gas generators, and water pumping system design.

  • "Cost Effective Lead Generation"

    AEE Solar

    Low cost implimentable basics of Lead Generation & Referral Farming

  • "How to Sell a Solar Lease/Sell Against a Solar Lease"

    AEE Solar

    This class will review the current Residential Solar Lease and PPA options available in the market, the pro’s and con’s of this type of residential financing, and training on how to overcome these financial products biggest objections. If you are new to residential financing this class will be a great introduction. If you have experience in the residential lease environment, this will be a great primer on how the residential financing options have changed with the end of the 1603 Cash Grant.

  • "PV Meets EV"

    AEE Solar

    Hear solar pioneer David Katz discuss the convergance of Photovoltaics and Electric Vehicles. The market dynamics of these two technologies, the role utilities will play, market adoption, and cross-selling of products.

  • "PV Solar Industry - Market Trends and Industry Forecasts"

    AEE Solar

    Presented by Angiolo Laviziano, CEO Mainstream Energy Inc, this course gives a macro level view of the Solar Industry (PV Integration) in the United States for 2012. Addressing the near term trends of module pricing, how European market changes will effect the US, residential pricing forecast and more. This is a must attend class for those looking at a glimpse of market forces driving the Solar Industry in 2012 and beyond.

  • "Six Steps to Selling Solar"

    AEE Solar

    Learn how to how to close a sale once you have acquired a sales lead.

  • "Social Media Marketing for Solar Professionals"

    AEE Solar

    Join Stephanie Powers of Hagerstown Community College (HCC) to learn basic strategies for incorporating social media into your marketing efforts. Discover how to engage your audience, provide better customer service, and increase qualified lead generation through the use of social media platforms. Stephanie Powers is a Continuing Education Program Manager and Instructor at HCC in Hagerstown, MD. She has successfully managed numerous social media campaigns for both businesses and nonprofits, and has worked with Pennsylvania and Maryland businesses to improve their social media strategies.

  • "Solar Advocacy - 10 Big Lies about Solar"

    AEE Solar

    In this class, Rod Bergen (UCLA Solar Energy Instructor and Founding Director of CALSEIA), will show you how to avoid losing sales because of the incredible amount of solar misinformation and lies currently being promulgated. Learning the facts can effectively combat these half-truths and distortions. Class information is based upon Rod’s 37 years experience in the solar industry.

  • "State Solar Incentives: Policy and Politics (West Coast)"

    AEE Solar

    State incentives for residential and commercial-scale solar systems are evolving at a breakneck pace, with many states implementing performance- or REC-based incentives as traditional up-front incentive programs either face the chopping block or fade in relevance. This presentation will give audience members an overview of solar incentive policy development, political trends impacting the solar industry, and prospects for new solar incentives and the expansion of existing solar incentive programs at the federal level and within key states. - Presented by Ben Higgins, Director of Government Affairs Mainstream Energy.

  • "State Solar Incentives: Policy and Politics (East Coast)"

    AEE Solar

    State incentives for residential and commercial-scale solar systems are evolving at a breakneck pace, with many states implementing performance- or REC-based incentives as traditional up-front incentive programs either face the chopping block or fade in relevance. This presentation will give audience members an overview of solar incentive policy development, political trends impacting the solar industry, and prospects for new solar incentives and the expansion of existing solar incentive programs at the federal level and within key states. - Presented by Ben Higgins, Director of Government Affairs Mainstream Energy.

  • "Bill Brooks - NEC Code Updates"

    Brooks Engineering

    Brooks Engineering is focused on the consulting and training needs of the photovoltaic industry. With experience from design through construction, system acceptance and troubleshooting, Brooks Engineering has the capabilities to help your company to the next level of understanding to compete in the PV industry.