Never let it be said that there’s nothing new under the sun. One-fourth of Green Builder’s 2019 Hot 50 Products have direct ties to solar energy, from shingles to portable power plants. It seems fitting that the most-prominent example of sustainability should be one of the most important trends shaping the built environment. But our annual roster also has plenty of items representing other facets of high-performance building—household fixtures, heating and cooling devices, insulation tools and smart technology are just a few categories to make the cut. Selections were based on the product’s innovative design, sustainable manufacture, durability, degree of innovation, and potential energy or water savings.
Here’s to another year where great building science meets good design— 50 products that add to the pedigree of the nation’s best built homes.
Design flexibility, faster installation, higher ROI - all in one panel. Extract maximum power production from every roof size and shape. HIT® AC Series combines the module efficiency of Panasonic solar panels with the intelligence of Enphase microinverters. A built-in IQ 7X microinverter with Individual MPPT (Module-level Power Point Tracker) tracking helps deliver an all-in-one module that offers design flexibility, reduced installation time, and a higher ROI. Field-replaceable microinverter with no DC wire management required yields lower cost of ownership. http://na.panasonic.com/us/solar
LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding is a complete line of high-performance products that deliver advanced durability for longer-lasting beauty and is now available in a smooth finish. LP SmartSide Trim & Siding is backed by an industry-leading 5/50-year limited warranty and features LP’s innovative SmartGuard® manufacturing process. This process helps the products resist termites and fungal decay, for long-term strength and durability in a variety of weather conditions. https://lpcorp.com/products/
Niagara’s Bi-Max fixed mount showerhead demonstrates superior performance within the low-flow showerhead community. Our Equiforce Technology ensures the Bi-Max has a powerful, consistent flow regardless of water pressure. The even spray of this showerhead covers a large diameter and allows for a flow-rate of 1.0 or 1.5 gallons per minute. With a compact, modern design and corrosion-resistant material, the Bi-Max is the perfect selection for any shower. niagaracorp.com
