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Seamlessly integrated with US Tile's premium S clay roofing systems, Sole Power Tile(TM) is capable of maintaining depth and aesthetics of sophisticated rooflines. Product, infused with electricity-generating technology, is designed to blend with several of US Tile's authentic clay tiles and provides sustainable solar electricity. With this solution, builders can offer homeowners aesthetically appealing options for going green.
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SRS Energy Partners with US Tile to Offer First Seamless Solar Roofing Upgrade for Authentic Clay Tile Roofing Systems
- Sole Power Tile(TM) Makes Unsightly Solar Panels Unnecessary to Generate Sustainable Power -
PHILADELPHIA, April 13 -- SRS Energy, a leading developer of sustainable solar roofing options, has forged a partnership with US Tile, the largest manufacturer of authentic clay tile in the United States, to offer the first seamless solar roofing upgrade for premium curved roofing systems.
The first curved solar tile to be introduced to the U.S. market, SRS Energy's Sole Power Tile(TM) seamlessly integrates with US Tile's premium "S" clay roofing systems. Sole Power Tile(TM) maintains the depth and aesthetics of a sophisticated roofline. At the same time, Sole Power Tile(TM) is infused with cutting-edge, electricity-generating technology. The partnership between US Tile and SRS Energy makes a solar upgrade easy by integrating it into a straightforward roof purchase.
"Consumption without consciousness is over," said Steve Gast, president of US Tile. "The industry is building smarter, more efficient homes. US Tile has remained on the cutting edge of the green movement with cool roofs, LEED outreach, and our recent Cradle to Cradle certification. With Sole Power Tile(TM), SRS Energy offers the solar solution our customers want."
Designed to blend with several of US Tile's authentic clay tiles, SRS Energy's Sole Power Tile(TM) provides sustainable solar electricity without unsightly solar panels. In this way, builders can offer homeowners appealing options, and homeowners can go green and generate savings without sacrificing aesthetics or dealing with the added complexities typically associated with going solar.
"SRS Energy's Sole Power Tile(TM) gives homeowners that seamless look, which is something they seek. We also understand that the seamlessness cannot stop at the roofline, which is why our Sole Power Tile(TM) will be sold and installed by US Tile-certified contractors. No extra steps or complicated installation by a separate technician," said Marty Low, CEO of SRS Energy. "We have made the sustainable upgrade a simple one for the homeowner, which means it is also more accessible."
US Tile is currently launching Sole Power Tile(TM) in select West Coast markets. For more information, visit www.ustile.com/ or http://www.srsenergy.com/.
About SRS Energy
SRS Energy develops and manufactures premium solar roofing tiles designed to integrate with traditional roofing products. Through partnerships with roofing manufacturers, SRS Energy enables seamless solar upgrades that maintain the aesthetics, integrity, and simplicity of conventional roofing purchases while delivering sustainable energy savings. SRS Energy is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. For more information, visit http://www.srsenergy.com/
About US Tile
US Tile was founded in Corona, California in 1973 and is the nation's leading manufacturer of all natural, durable, 100-percent recyclable, environmentally-friendly clay roofing products. Featuring the widest range of profiles available, including Spanish Mission, Shake and Slate, US Tile clay roofing products are ideal for any aesthetic application nationwide. Made from the earth, US Tiles natural clay roofing products feature the inherent long-term durability of clay and are covered by an industry leading lifetime warranty that includes no-fade coverage. US Tile is a division of Boral Industries. For more information, visit www.ustile.com/.
Contact: Jeff Donaldson
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jeff.donaldson@elias-savion.com
