Solar Hot Water Basics Solar Collection Solar Hot Water System Diagram The solar energy hitting the earth’s surface can reach 1000W/m on a clear summer’s day. Solar thermal collectors use a special coating that is up to 95% efficient at capturing solar energy and converting it into usable heat. The average solar hot water system efficiency is ~50-70%, depending on the collector design, installation angle and location, solar radiation levels and operating temperatures. 2 Solar Collector How it Works 1. Solar energy is absorbed by the dark coloured absorber and transferred to copper pipes that...

Climate Change Installing a solar hot water system significantly offsets dirty fossil fuel usage, reducing carbon emissions and providing you with greater energy independence. What is Global Warming? Effects of Global Warming Global warming is caused by the release of excessive greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, primarily from the burning of fossil fuels which in 2009 still provided more than 86% of the world’s energy. 1 Rising Sea Levels: Major flooding of low lying coastal regions. The solution is to reduce the use of dirty fossil fuels by developing clean renewable energy sources to form...

The Apricus Advantage Why Choose Apricus? 1. We are a global company with offices in more than 8 countries, and experienced representatives world wide. 2. Focus on high quality, reliable products. 3. Apricus solar hot water systems have been operating in the field for more than 10 years, providing invaluable product design experience. 4. Strong technical training and system design services for industry professionals. 5. We listen to our customers, and constantly work to provide better and better products and services that are suited to local climates and plumbing requirements. 6. Strong, responsive...

Certifications Apricus solar hot water systems are fully certified making them eligible for local rebates and incentives. Apricus has obtained the following key certifications: ● ISO9001:2008 Factory Quality Management System ● Solarkeymark (EU) ● SRCC OG-100 & OG-300 (USA) ● Uniform Solar Energy Code (USA) ● AS/NZS2712:2007 (Australia & New Zealand) ● CAN/CSA-F378 (Canada)

Who is Apricus? Apricus is a latin word meaning “attracting the sun”, so is a great name for a company that provides quality solar thermal products! Established in 2003 by an Australian entrepreneur, Apricus is a leading designer and manufacturer of solar hot water and hydronic heating products for residential and commercial use. The Apricus range of renewable energy products provide simple and effective solutions for families and businesses concerned about the effects of climate change and rising energy costs. Apricus has offices in key markets, and works with experienced and technically knowledgeable...