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Top 10 Best Solar Hot Water Kits October 2012

Top 10 Best Solar Hot Water Kits October 2012

If you’re thinking about, “going green,” interested in alternative energy, or, “going off-the-grid,” check out this…

1. Gulf Stream Solar Kits for a Large Family 6. Complete 6 Panel Hybrid Solar Water Heater Kit
2. SWH-1 Solar Hot Water Heating Package 7. Gulf Stream Solar Kits for a Medium Family
3. Sunchaser 20-tube Solar Collector 8. SWH-5 Solar Hot Water Heating Package
4. Solar Water Heater Complete Kit 9. 400 Liter Solar Water Heater System
5. Complete 2 Panel Hybrid Solar Water Heater Kit 10. Solar Hot Water Heater Work Station

1. Gulf Stream Solar Kits for a Large Family (5+ people) – Large Family – Zone 1 Solar Kit

Price: $2,535.00

  • Simple DIY Installation with Tech Service
  • Lower or Eliminate Your Water Heating Bill for a 5+ Person Family
  • (6kw) Gulf Stream back-up heater, 30 tube solar collector unit and frame.
  • Control panel, circulating pump
  • Complete Kit – Everything Need for DIY Install

The Solar Collector The solar collector is made up of several vacuum insulated glass tubes that absorb the sun’s rays. It contains a double tube design with intricate layers of borosilicate glass, aluminum, solar filament, and copper pipes. The unit works in such a way that the glass allows light in, connecting with the solar filament yet, the insulation prevents the heat/energy (just recently captured) from being released. Specifically, it absorbs at a rate of 93% but it has a heat loss of less than 6%. The glass tubes are sealed creating a smooth, nearly seamless casing. Borosilicate glass was selected not only due to its strength but also the ability to withstand warping (in either high or low temperatures). The solar collector frame is made of sturdy anodized aluminum and specifically designed to match and hold the 15, 20 or 30 tube collector units. The adjustable frame can be mounted anywhere from a 23 degree angle to a 46 degree angle. Depending on your solar zone and which way the back of your home is situated, the angle of your solar collector may be an important factor in obtaining the optimal amount of light. Back-Up Heater by Gulf Stream A back-up heater makes sure you have hot water instantly. This 9kw back-up heater has the most accurate wattage to match the needs of a medium family. What is most unique about this particular back-up unit is that it is flow sensitive. In other words, if hot water from the solar collectors isn’t available (i.e. a dreary day), the back-up will heat only what you use not the entire tank. This flow sensing back-up heater is the latest development in solar technology, but most importantly one that saves you more money. Control Panel If the circulating pump is the heart of the system then, the control panel is the brain . It regulates the temperature sensors and activates the circulating pump to go on. This small electrical unit can be mounted on the wall and used to control the system as the homeowner dictates.

2. SWH-1 Solar Hot Water Heating Package – DIY Solar Kits

List Price: $7,425.00
Price: $5,940.00
You Save: $1,485.00 (20%)

SunRain TZ-58 1800 30R Vacuum tube collector
  • 50 gallon SolarStor solar water tank; incudes built in heat exchanger with 4.5 Kw Back up heating element UL & CSA certified
  • PAW FlowCon C+ Wilo pump station with integrated RESOL digital controller for two heating zones
  • 100 of Aurora Solar Flex 3/4″ OD stainless steel piping, pre insulated and weather proof with sensor wire
  • all quick connect Aurora Flex Fittings for fast installation (no soldering)
  • pre-mixed ProSol LH-T high temp (475F) solar heating fluid for vacuum tube collectors
  • positive displacement drill pump for filling and servicing
  • 25 liter (6.6g) High Temp Solar Varem Expansion tank – Specifically designed for solar heating
  • Spirotech AutoClose Solar Air Vent – World’s only solar Auto Air Vent!
  • complete solar installation manual and free technical support

Complete solar heating package for domestic hot water for up to 4 person. These are the most advanced solar water heating kits on the market. Simple to install with no soldering or electrical wiring required. All kits come with every component you will need to successfully install your solar heating system. Includes items such as fill pump for quick pressurization and servicing of the heating system. All kits come standard with RESOL DeltaSol Bs+ controller two relays for optional 2nd heating zone for pools, hot tubs, hydronic heating, furnaces, or boiler systems. Advanced features such as holiday mode and energy monitoring are included.

3. Sunchaser 20-tube Solar Hot Water Heater/collector Vacuum Tube

Price: $695.00

  • Dimensions of evacuated tubes: 58mm(OD) x 1800 mm (Length), about 2.3″ x 72″. Dimensions of collector: 50″ (W) x 79″ (H). Weight of collector: 180lbs
  • Manifold Pipe Material: Copper Heat Pipe Material: Copper Manifold Pipe size: 1″ threaded (male) Tube Material: Borosilicate Glass
  • Coating of Glass Absorber: AL-N-AL, Fin: Aluminum Fin Insulation Material: Rock Wool Frame Material: 6063 Aluminum Alloy
  • Manifold Casing Material: 6063 Aluminum Alloy Max Operation Pressure (Bar): 6
  • Warranty: 5 Years 2 or more collectors can be connected to each other to create collectors of 32 tubes or more for more heating capacity.

Solar Water Heaters are a simple and cost effective way of harnessing the sun’s free energy. Solar hot water systems supply an average 80-90% of a household annual water heating needs. With nearly 1/3 of the average electric or more than 1/2 of gas bill devoted to heating water, a solar hot water system is the best choice and smart investment you can make for your house and for the environment. Energy savings will pay for the system in three to five years.

4. Solar Water Heater Complete Kit,minimum Budjet Kit,80Gal

Price: $3,999.00

  • indirect water heater 80 Gallons
  • work station with pump, expention tank and controller 120V system USA
  • no pipes included,you can use pex or copper pipes, comes with all small parts:
  • valves, safety valves, drain valves etc…
  • 30 tubes solar collector

Solar Water Heater Complete Kit for the minimum budget. Kit includes complete 80 gallon hot water tank system. This is all you need to make it work for, just buy pex or copper tubing.

5. Complete 2 Panel Hybrid Solar Water Heater Kit

Price: $488.75

  • Heats water for your house or cabin using the sun
  • Connects to your existing electric or gas water heater
  • Hybrid System – Never be without hot water even on cloudy days
  • Slash your electric or gas bill

Our 2 Panel SW 37 Solar Water Heating Kit comes with all the parts needed to install your solar water heater system on your house or cabin, Each panel weighs slightly more than 12 lbs, and is 24″ by 24″, but still can provide you with ample hot water.. We pre-assemble the fittings, pump, and ball valves so installation is fast and easy. As with all Heliatos Solar Water Heating Systems you can always add more panels if needed. Each Kit comes with: 2 SW 37 Solar Water Heating Panels 1 Panel Fittings Kit w/ 2 copper l tubes 1 Pump Fittings Kit 2 extra Tees 2 Aqua Pex Connectors 1 Topsflo pump 1 PV panel 1 Roll of 25 feet of red and black wire w/wire nuts 1 50 foot roll of Aqua Pex Tubing All You have to supply is: ? Fasteners to attach the panels to the roof, and the parts to feed the tubes through the roof if needed.

6. Complete 6 Panel Hybrid Solar Water Heater Kit

Price: $914.25

  • Heats water for your house or cabin using the sun
  • Connects to your existing electric or gas water heater
  • Hybrid System – Never be without hot water even on cloudy days
  • Slash your electric or gas bill

This kit includes all the parts needed to install a 6 panel solar water heater system on your house or cabin, based on the SW-37 Solar Water Heater Panels. We even pre-assemble the fittings, pump, and ball valves so you can put up your system in record time. Comes with all the fittings and 100ft of AquaPex Tubing. All You have to supply is: Fasteners to attach the panels to the roof, and the parts to feed the tubes through the roof if needed, insulation for the tubes, your existing Water Heater, tools needed for installation.

7. Gulf Stream Solar Kits for a Medium Family (3 to 4 people) – Medium Family – Zone 2 Solar Kit

Price: $2,205.00

  • Simple DIY Installation with Tech Service
  • Lower or Eliminate Your Water Heating Bill
  • (6kw) Gulf Stream back-up heater, 30 tube solar collector unit and frame.
  • Control panel, circulating pump
  • Complete Kit – Everything Need for DIY Install

The Solar Collector The solar collector is made up of several vacuum insulated glass tubes that absorb the sun’s rays. It contains a double tube design with intricate layers of borosilicate glass, aluminum, solar filament, and copper pipes. The unit works in such a way that the glass allows light in, connecting with the solar filament yet, the insulation prevents the heat/energy (just recently captured) from being released. Specifically, it absorbs at a rate of 93% but it has a heat loss of less than 6%. The glass tubes are sealed creating a smooth, nearly seamless casing. Borosilicate glass was selected not only due to its strength but also the ability to withstand warping (in either high or low temperatures). The solar collector frame is made of sturdy anodized aluminum and specifically designed to match and hold the 15, 20 or 30 tube collector units. The adjustable frame can be mounted anywhere from a 23 degree angle to a 46 degree angle. Depending on your solar zone and which way the back of your home is situated, the angle of your solar collector may be an important factor in obtaining the optimal amount of light. Back-Up Heater by Gulf Stream A back-up heater makes sure you have hot water instantly. This 9kw back-up heater has the most accurate wattage to match the needs of a medium family. What is most unique about this particular back-up unit is that it is flow sensitive. In other words, if hot water from the solar collectors isn’t available (i.e. a dreary day), the back-up will heat only what you use not the entire tank. This flow sensing back-up heater is the latest development in solar technology, but most importantly one that saves you more money. Control Panel If the circulating pump is the heart of the system then, the control panel is the brain . It regulates the temperature sensors and activates thecirculating pump to go on. This small electrical unit can be mounted on the wall and used to control the system as the homeowner dictates.

8. SWH-5 Solar Hot Water Heating Package – DIY Solar Kits

List Price: $17,322.25
Price: $13,857.80
You Save: $3,464.45 (20%)

5 x SunRain TZ-58 1800 30R Vacuum tube collector
  • 119 gallon SolarStor solar water tank; incudes built in heat exchanger with 4.5 Kw Back up heating element UL & CSA certified
  • PAW FlowCon C+ Wilo pump station with integrated RESOL digital controller for two heating zones
  • 100′ of Aurora Solar Flex 3/4″ OD stainless steel piping, pre insulated and weather proof with sensor wire
  • all quick connect Aurora Flex Fittings for fast installation (no soldering)
  • pre-mixed ProSol LH-T high temp (475F) solar heating fluid for vacuum tube collectors
  • positive displacement drill pump for filling and servicing
  • 80 liter (21.1g) High Temp Solar Varem Expansion tank – Specifically designed for solar heating
  • Spirotech AutoClose Solar Air Vent – World’s only solar Auto Air Vent!
  • complete solar installation manual and free technical support

Complete solar heating package for domestic hot water for up to 4 person. These are the most advanced solar water heating kits on the market. Simple to install with no soldering or electrical wiring required. All kits come with every component you will need to successfully install your solar heating system. Includes items such as fill pump for quick pressurization and servicing of the heating system. All kits come standard with RESOL DeltaSol BS+ controller two relays for optional 2nd heating zone for pools, hot tubs, hydronic heating, furnaces, or boiler systems.  Advanced features such as holiday mode and energy monitoring are included.

9. 400 Liter Solar Water Heater System with Electrical Backup Heating

Price: $3,850.00

  • 48 Tube Solar Collector, Tube Warranty: 15 Years, Manifold: 5 Years
  • 400 Liter (105 Gallon) Tank, Tank Warranty: 5 Years
  • Active System
  • Weather Resistent Glycol System
  • Includes all needed accessories

Separated High Pressure Solar Water Heater System System Includes: 18 Tube – 58mm x 1800mm Vacuum Tube Solar Water Collector 150 Liter (40 Gallon) Solar Water Tank Working Station Air Vent 1 Gallon of Food Grade Propylene Glycol Produces Approximately 140-200 Liters of 50°C Water per day Other Recommended Accessories: Gas Heating Upgrade – Add a 2nd coil to solar water tank for gas backup heating Solar Tube Increase Upgrade – Upgrade heating power of your system to compensate for cloudy days, extra demand for water & hotter stored water. Thermostatic Mixing Valve – For prevention of scalding in case of extra storage of heat Weather Resistant Closed Loop System Collector Warranty: 5 Years Tube Warranty: 15 Years SRCC Certified – Eligibile for Government Tax Rebate ISO 9001:2000 Standard – Reg: CN00208Q10492R0M ISO 14001:2004 Standard – Reg: CN-00208E20080R0M ROHS Report – Reg: SHR0808053030F001C About the Collectors & System Some of the many uses of solar water heaters: Heat domestic home water Solar Radiant home heating Radiant floor heating Pool & jacuzzi heating Biodiesel process heating Uses heat pipes to collect heat to the water supply. This solar heater can work under high pressures and can supply hot water to high and far away places. Product model: SC58## (## = number of tubes) Use of heat pipes allows for high heat absorption efficiency and rapid heat transfer. Also allows for freeze-protection for year round use. Easy plugin-in design and installation. Corrosion resistent aluminum manifold and frame. Optional 38° frame included for ground/flat roof installation. Can withstand wind velocity of 36m/s (81 mph) Can supply hot water to both small and large tanks of water and meet small and high demands. Economical for homes, hotels, schools, domitories, hospitals and any other tall buildings.

10. Solar Hot Water Heater Work Station W/pump Controller Universal

Price: $495.00

  • pump
  • Expansion tank
  • controller
  • 4 Temperature sensors

Work station model FSP-SP328 is equipped with WILO Star RS15/6 pump, FSP-SPI intelligent controller, and 24 liter/6.35 gallon Varem expansion tank. It is suitable for double pipeline closed loop split solar hot water heating system. 1.Display system pressure 2.Internet ready 3.Expansion vessel connect port 4.Automatic air exhaust function 5.Temperature display on flow and return pipe 6.Adjustable flow rate 7.FSP-SP I intelligent controller 8.One PT1000 sensor and three NTC sensors included 9.Network cable included

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Copyright 2012 David Masters

 

Top 10 Best Beer Home Brewing Kits July 2012

Top 10 Best Beer Home Brewing Kits July 2012

1. Mr. Beer Premium Gold Edition 6. Mr. Beer Deluxe Home Microbrewery
2. Gold Complete Beer Equipment Kit 7. Coopers Brewery DIY Beer Kit
3. Brooklyn Brew Beer Kit Everyday IPA 8. Superior Home Brew Beer Kit
4. Home Brewing Equipment Kit w/DVD 9. Great American Micro-Brewery Co. 2000+
5. Maestro Homebrew Beer Kit 10. Strange Brew Best Home Brew Starter Kit


1. Mr. Beer Premium Gold Edition Home Brew Kit

List Price: $59.99
Price: $44.49
You Save: $15.50 (26%)

  • Includes 2-gallon fermenting keg with lid and tap assembly, two standard refill brew packs, eight reusable plastic 1-liter bottles
  • Includes eight reusable plastic caps, eight labels, Brewing with Mr. Beer brewer’s guide, and 4-step brewing instructions
  • Lightweight, shatter resistant keg is made from FDA compliant plastic and imparts no taste or flavor migration
  • Brew pack offers two distinct and popular beers for 2 batches (4 gallons) of home brewed beer
  • Keg’s wide mouth allows for easy cleaning; hand wash only; avoid using scouring pads or abrasives during cleaning; keg measures 9.5 x 13 x 9 inches

Everything required to brew 2 batches (4 gallons) of beer at home. Includes: brew keg, 2 standard refill brew packs (Classic American and Cowboy Lager), 8 re-usable 1-liter bottles w/caps and labels, Brewing w/Mr. Beer Booklet and easy to follow instructions.

2. Gold Complete Beer Equipment Kit (K6) with 6 Gallon Glass Carboy

List Price: $110.99
Price: $98.99
You Save: $12.00 (11%)

  • Our Equipment Kits are assembled using the finest quality materials available.
  • True Brew Ingredient Kits are assembled using the finest ingredients available.
  • Each ingredient kit makes 5 gallons of top quality homebrew.
  • With our easy to read instructions your assured a great brew every time.

Take your homebrew to the next level. The Gold Homebrew Kit has all you need to get brewing and adds a glass carboy for secondary fermentation resulting in a cleaner finished brew. Each Equipment Kit Includes: True Brew Handbook & Kit Instructions, 7.8 Gallon Fermenting Bucket, 1 Lid Drilled & Grommet, True Brew Rack & Fill kit, 6 Gallon Glass Carboy, Fermometer Fermentation Thermometer, Small Buon Vino Drilled Stopper, Hydrometer, Bottling Spigot, Emily Double Lever Capper, 3 Piece Airlock, Bottle Brush, C-Brite Sanitizer 8-Pack.

3. Brooklyn Brew Beer Making Kit, Everyday IPA


Price: $40.00

  • Included: beer making mix (grain, hops, and yeast), 1 gallon glass fermenter, chambered airlock, glass thermometer
  • Also includes: racking cane, tubing, tubing clamp, screw cap stopper, and packet of sanitizer
  • Makes 1 gallon of beer (9-10 12 ounce bottles)
  • Second batch only requires new ingredients and packet of sanitizer; Kit is reusable
  • Not included: strainer, funnel, pot, and bottles

If you can make oatmeal, you can make beer. Brooklyn Brew Shop’s apartment friendly Beer Making Kits make it easy to bring brewing out of the garage and into the kitchen using only fresh, whole ingredients and traditional methods used in homes and breweries for centuries. By brewing with the same ingredients (cracked barley, hops, spices, and yeast) that the best craft breweries in the world use, making high quality and complex beers becomes possible on the stovetop in your very own kitchen, big or small.

4. Home Brewing Equipment Kit with Carboy & Instructional Beer Making DVD : Homebrew Supplies

Price: $94.99

  • Our Equipment Kits are assembled using top quality materials.
  • The Fermentation Buckets are made of high quality food grade plastic.
  • The Auto-Siphon transfers beer from pail to carboy with incredible ease.
  • Instructional DVD includes tutorials on Extract Brewing, All grain Brewing and even Winemaking.
  • Copy of our most recent catalog is included with the kit.

This is our most popular brewing equipment kit. This equipment kit provides the essential equipment for the aspiring brewer who wants to make the best beer they can from the start. This is accomplished through two-stage fermentation. Primary fermentation is the first step. During this 5-7 day process, most of the fermentation takes place and by the end of this period most of the particles and solids will settle to the bottom. The second step is transferring the beer in to the secondary fermentor for 7-21 days. Separating the beer from the sediment will result in clearer beer and improve the characteristics of the beer. Beer can condition and clarify in the secondary fermentor for weeks or months depending on the style and strength of the beer. Transferring the beer in to a 5 gallon glass carboy or better bottle will reduce oxidation of the beer. This kit is highly recommended if you intend to brew any high alcohol or lager beers. Brewing Starter Equipment Kit List: Instructional Homebrewing DVD, 5 Gallon Better Bottle, 6.5 Gallon Plastic Fermenter with Lid, 6.5 Gallon Bottling Bucket with Spigot, 8 Oz. of Easy Clean No-Rinse Cleanser, Drilled Universal Carboy Bung, Airlock (Keeps air out of the fermentor), Hydrometer (Determines alcohol content), Bottle Brush, Carboy Brush, Black Beauty Bottle Capper, Bottle Caps, Liquid Crystal Thermometer, Bottle Filler, Fermtech AutoSiphon upgrade, Siphon Tubing, and Shutoff clamp.

5. Maestro Homebrew Beer Kit with True Brew Amber Ale Home Brew Ingredient Kit

List Price: $98.99
Price: $77.35
You Save: $21.64 (22%)

  • Our Equipment Kits are assembled using the finest quality materials available.
  • True Brew Ingredient Kits are assembled using the finest ingredients available.
  • Each kit contains: malts, hops, yeast and even bottle caps.
  • Each ingredient kit makes 5 gallons of top quality homebrew.
  • With our easy to read instructions your assured a great brew every time.

Looking for the perfect starter homebrewing kit? Our Maestro Kit with Amber Ale ingredients is perfect for the beginning brewer. With it’s easy to follow instructions and quality components; you’re assured a great brew every time.

6. Mr. Beer Deluxe Edition Home Microbrewery System

List Price: $40.00
Price: $28.49
You Save: $11.51 (29%)

  • Easy to brew, just add water
  • Premium beer at a fraction of the cost
  • Drink you own home brew in as little as 14 days
  • Re-usable kit for continued brewing
  • Makes an excellent gift

In just 14 days, beginning and advanced brewers alike can enjoy a glass of premium, handcrafted beer with this home-brewing kit. The 2-1/2-gallon brewing keg features a pour tap and wide-mouth lid for easy cleaning by hand. Included with this starter kit are a can of West Coast Pale Ale mix, which produces twenty 12-ounce bottles of mild, full-bodied beer, and a single-use packet of booster, which contains all-natural carbohydrates that enhance flavor and boost alcohol content. The beer-making ingredients are simply mixed with water, left to brew in the keg at room temperature for a week, and then put into bottles (not included) for another week, during which time natural carbonation takes place. No carbon-dioxide cartridges are needed to enhance sparkle or beer head. A dozen plastic bottle caps printed with the Mr. Beer logo are also included, as well as an instruction booklet full of brewing tips and recipes. Other Mr. Beer mixes and booster packs can be ordered separately. The keg is made of FDA-compliant PVC, which does not impart taste or color, and is virtually indestructible.

7. Coopers Brewery DIY Beer Kit

List Price: $125.99
Price: $109.99
You Save: $16.00 (13%)

  • Cooper’s New! DIY Beer Kit – Everything you need to brew 6 gallons of beer per batch.
  • From first time beginners to the most seasoned home brewer, this beer brewing kit is the answer.
  • Don’t be fooled by cheap imitations! Cooper’s beer brewing kit is fast, easy and the world’s best selling home beer making kit.
  • Includes instructional DVD-ROM and step by step directions, PET bottles and all the ingredients for your first batch.
  • Add on one of our many beer kits to brew your favorite style of beer including Pale Ale, Blonde, Lager, Draught, Dark Ale, Stout, IPA and Wheat style beers.

The new and improved Coopers DIY Beer Kit includes everything needed to make 6 gallons of great tasting beer- a new patented fermenter that makes brewing even easier and quicker, an easy to read plastic hydrometer specifically made for beer, plus an Instructional DVD-ROM to answer all your brewing questions. This kit comes with everything you need to get started including the fermenter, lid, Krausen Collar, 30 740ml PET bottles, tap, bottler, brewers log and marker and a complete Australian Lager Package including the beer kit, Brew Enhancer 1, yeast and carbonation drops for easy bottling and carbonation. The PET bottles include a CO2 and oxygen barrier.

8. Superior Home Brew Beer Kit

List Price: $147.99
Price: $138.99
You Save: $9.00 (6%)

  • Superior to Other Brew Kits Offered on the Market
  • Equipment Built to Last
  • Make Many Batches of Beer Before This Equipment Need Replacing
  • Designed by a Professional Brewer

This Superior Brewing Kit is an exclusive offer from Learn To Brew and includes all the equipment you need to get started home brewing excellent beer. No other kit is like this one. The other kits offered as deluxe beer kits do not include as much equipment or the best products for your brewing needs. For example, this kit includes a large 7.8 gallon fermenting bucket and lid as well as a siphoning set up and an auto siphon for easy priming of a siphon during transfer. The products included in the Superior Brew Kit were selected by our professional brewers to give you the best brewing experience possible and will help you make the best beer possible right from your own home. The kit includes: 6 Gallon Glass Carboy for Primary Fermentation, 5 Gallon Glass Carboy for Secondary Fermentation, Food Grade, Alcohol Filled Thermometer, Adhesive Fermentation Thermometer, 3 Disposable Hop Socks 1 Large Nylon Mesh Grain Bag, 7.8 Gallon Bottling Bucket, Drilled and Grometted Lid with Inner Seal, Bottling Spigot, 1 Drilled Rubber Stopper, Three-Piece Plastic Airlock, Auto-Siphon Pump, Racking Cane with Solids Reduction Tip, Siphon Hose Shut Off Clamp 5/16inch Food Grade Vinyl Tubing, 30inch Wire and Nylon Carboy Brush, Triple Scale Hydrometer with Instructions and Plastic Case, Durable, Double Lever Spring Loaded Bottle Capper with Magnet, Bottling Filler, 144 Bottle Caps, 15inch Wire and Nylon Bottle Brush, True Brew Handbook, Equipment Cleanser. You may hear that it is not advisable to brew in a plastic bucket. In general, if you do not take good care of your equipment, then no you should not home brew in a bucket. However, if you take good care of your food grade plastic bucket, do not throw brewing equipment in your bucket causing it to scratch the side walls, then you will be just fine brewing in plastic and will produce delicious high quality beers every time you brew. See Learn To Brew for the recommended care procedures for your bucket.

9. The Great American Micro-Brewery Co. The Beer Machine, Model 2000 + Brewry Bottling Kit

Price: $114.95

  • Primary Components: Brew Keg, Carbonation Kit, Pale Ale Mix (28 servings), Booklet
  • Includes Brewry Upgrade Kit: Bottling Platform, Filler, and Nineteen re-usable 500ml bottles and caps.
  • Size/Capacity: Makes 28 full size 12-oz. servings (2.6 gallons)
  • Perfectly sized for conditioning beer in your refrigerator.
  • Carbonation unit and pressure relief system for maintaining optimal bewing conditions.

Want to bring your fresh brewed beer wherever you go? You can. And you dont have to balance your beer glass on the way. The BrewMaster system takes the ultimate brewing machine, The Beer Machine 2000, and gives you the capability to bottle your brew with a special attachment so your beer never is exposed to the outside air before it reaches your mouth. The BrewMaster comes with 6 PET reuseable bottles and caps. So you can be the beer baron youve always wanted to beone party at a time.

10. Strange Brew Best Home Brew Starter Kit

List Price: $209.99
Price: $199.99
You Save: $10.00 (5%)

  • Strange Brew Home-Brew Starter Kit
  • Ingredients and equipment included.
  • Bottles sold separately.
  • Make five gallons of high quality home-brew.
  • Kit included toll-free Home-Brew support.

K7 Gold Complete BEER Equipment Kit with 5 Gallon Glass Carboy, carboy brush, brewing spoon and Zymurgy for the homebrewer and beer lover book. The Strange Brew Gold Complete Beer Kit includes: 7.8 Gallon Drilled Primary Fermenting Bucket with Drilled & Grommeted Lid, Bottling Spigot, 5 Gallon Glass Carboy with Rubber Stopper, 3-Piece Airlock (for Fermenting Bucket), Adhesive Thermometer (for Fermenting Bucket), Glass Triple Scale Hydrometer, Strange Brew Rack & Fill Kit, 8 Packets of C-Brite Cleanser, Twin Lever Capper, Beer Bottle Brush, True Brew Handbook, Strange Brew Bumper Sticker, Zymurgy for the Homebrewer and beer lover (book), and Toll-Free Home-Brew Support from Strange Brew Home-Brew Supplies when purchased from Home-Brew. Kit also includes Carboy brush, 5 gallon stainless steel brew pot and Amber Ale Ingredient kit with ingredients, caps, and instructions for your first batch of home-brew.

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Copyright 2012 David Masters

 

Top 10 Outdoor Yard Play Equipment for Kids 2012

Top 10 Outdoor Yard Play Equipment for Kids 2012

1. Lifetime Geometric Dome Climber 6. Swing – N – Slide Pioneer Custom Kit
2. Flexible Flyer Swing N Glide III 7. Lifetime Monkey Bar Adventure
3. Flexible Flyer Fun Fantastic 8. Flexible Flyer Play Park
4. Lifetime Ace Flyer Airplane Teeter Totter 9. Classic Cedar Swing Set
5. Flexible Flyer Play-A-Round Fun 10. Meadowvale Wooden Swing Set


1. Lifetime Geometric Dome Climber Play Center

List Price: $259.99
Price: $199.99
You Save: $60.00 (23%)

  • Heavy duty construction; weather and rust-resistant powder-coated steel
  • Strong, interactive design; high-density polyethylene (HDPE) climbing grips
  • Suitable for children ages 3-12; 400 lb. total weight capacity
  • 10 ft. Radius when Assembled; 6 ft. radius safety zone suggested
  • 1-Year Warranty

The Geometric Dome Climber Play Center from Lifetime delivers long lasting fun and entertainment for up to 6 climbers from ages 3 to 12 years old. Perhaps one of the most, versatile and captivating pieces of play equipment available, the geometric dome provides exciting, imaginative, and challenging play for young people that helps them develop strength, coordination, spatial awareness, and balance while they have fun. The five-foot tall, 10-foot diameter dome structure provides the multiple purposes of a physical challenge, a playhouse, and as a platform for multi-sensory imaginative play for children from the age of 3 and up.

Constructed of heavy-duty, weather and rust-resistant powder coated steel that does not retain heat, the Lifetime Dome climber is built to last. Each steel section has a 1.5-inch diameter ideal for gripping and is 33 inches long. Real rock climbing hand-grips of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) connect the steel poles, providing comfortable accessibility for children. The Lifetime Geometric Dome Climber has a 10-foot diameter and measures 5 feet tall, high enough for fun and challenge, but low enough to reduce the risk of serious injury. It is recommended to construct your dome climber with a 6-foot radius of clear space around it and to cover the ground below the dome climber with mulch (see depth recommendations below). The dome climber is backed by a limited 1-year warranty.

2. Flexible Flyer Swing N Glide III Swing Set with Plays

List Price: $199.99
Price: $144.04
You Save: $55.95 (28%)

  • Four-legged tubular-steel gym set with wave slide, two swings, and an air glider swing
  • Swing features kid comfort seat with vinyl-covered adjustable height chains
  • Six-foot slide; two child air glider swing with sturdy seats and foot rests
  • All painted parts and HDPE plastic parts have UV protection no fade feature
  • Designed for children from two to 10 years old; 180-day limited warranty

The Swing N’ Glide III Swing Set from Flexible Flyer is designed to provide multiple kids from two to 10 years old with hours of outdoor fun–at an affordable price. The four-legged swing set frame is constructed to last of powder-coated, painted steel tubing. The frame supports an attached, six-foot slide on one side and the middle of the set suspends two traditional, stiff swings seats that support kids without squishing them as well as an air glider swing. Each individual seat on the play set can support a child weighing up to 105 pounds. Altogether the set holds up to 525 pounds and up to five kids at a time. Built to last, all painted parts and plastic parts of the play structure are treated with a UV protection no fade feature. The swings are suspended with vinyl-covered, height adjustable 2/0 chains. Please note: adult assembly is required for this play set. Anchoring this play set is strongly recommended.

3. Flexible Flyer Fun Fantastic Swing Set with Plays

List Price: $299.99
Price: $214.99
You Save: $85.00 (28%)

  • Six-legged tubular-steel gym set with green wave slide, three swings, air-glider, trapeze swing, see-saw, and ground anchors
  • Swings feature green kid comfort seats with vinyl-covered adjustable height chains
  • Six-foot slide; two-seat air-glider; two child see-saw with green deluxe seats with handles
  • All painted parts and HDPE plastic parts have UV protection no fade feature
  • Designed for children from two to 10 years old; 180-day limited warranty

The Backyard Fun Swing Set from Flexible Flyer is designed to provide multiple kids from ages two to 10 years old with hours of outdoor fun–at an affordable price. The six-legged swing set frame is constructed to last of powder-coated, green, mocha, and ivory painted steel tubing. The frame supports an attached, six-foot slide on one side and an attached see-saw on the other side with green deluxe seats and handles. The middle of the set suspends three traditional, stiff swings seats that support kids without squishing them, a green trapeze swing, and a two-seat air glider swing. Each individual seat on the play set can support a child weighing up to 105 pounds. Altogether the set holds up to 945 pounds and up to nine kids at a time. Built to last, all painted parts and plastic parts of the play structure are treated with a UV protection no fade feature. The swings are suspended with vinyl-covered, height adjustable 2/0 chains. Please note: adult assembly is required for this play set. Anchoring this play set is strongly recommended. The ground anchors are included.

4. Lifetime Ace Flyer Airplane Teeter Totter (Primary Colors)

List Price: $299.99
Price: $274.49
You Save: $25.50 (9%)

  • Unit Dimensions; 8 by 8 feet; weighs 105 pounds
  • 7-child seater; recommended ages 3 – 12 years old
  • Safety zone dimensions; 21 by 21 feet
  • Adjusts from 3 different heights
  • Interactive flight dashboard and propeller

The Ace Flyer Airplane Teeter Totter turns your backyard into a playground. The Ace Flyer Teeter Totter can seat up to seven kids and entertain them all with up and down, side-to-side seesaw action. A spinning wheel turns propeller so your aspiring young pilots feel like they’re really in control. Designed with adjustable heights in three 1.5-inch increments, the powder-coated steel frame and UV-protected plastic construction reduces heat retention so children can seesaw safely and comfortably. In bright primary colors, the teeter totter meets all playground safety standards, including ASTM F1148.

5. Flexible Flyer Play-A-Round Fun Swing Set with Plays

List Price: $229.99
Price: $169.99
You Save: $60.00 (26%)

  • Four-legged tubular-steel gym set with burgundy wave slide, three swings, and a see-saw
  • Swing features kid comfort seat with vinyl-covered adjustable height chains
  • Six-foot slide; two child see-saw with burgundy deluxe seats and handles
  • All painted parts and HDPE plastic parts have UV protection no fade feature
  • Designed for children from two to 10 years old; 180-day limited warranty

The Play-A-Round Swing Set from Flexible Flyer is designed to provide multiple kids from two to 10 years old with hours of outdoor fun–at an affordable price. The four-legged swing set frame is constructed to last of powder-coated, painted steel tubing. The frame supports an attached, six-foot slide on one side and an attached see-saw on the other side with burgundy deluxe seats and handles. The middle of the set suspends three traditional, stiff swings seats that support kids without squishing them. Each individual seat on the play set can support a child weighing up to 105 pounds. Altogether the set holds up to 630 pounds and up to six kids at a time. Built to last, all painted parts and plastic parts of the play structure are treated with a UV protection no fade feature. The swings are suspended with vinyl-covered, height adjustable 2/0 chains. Please note: adult assembly is required for this play set. Anchoring this play set is strongly recommended.

6. Swing – N – Slide Pioneer Custom Ready – To – Build Swing Set Kit

List Price: $120.26
Price: $79.29
You Save: $40.97 (34%)

  • Kit Includes Fully Illustrated Plans, (2) Swing Seats, (1) Iron Man Rings, (3 pairs) Swing Hangers, (6) EZ Frame Brackets
  • It’s up to you – simply choose your accessories, lumber and nails/screws (sold separately)
  • Up to 6 children can play
  • Designed for the Do-It-Yourself family
  • For Residential Use Only

New DIY Swing-n-slide- Swing-n-slide NE4433 swing set NE4433 PIONEER KIT PIONEER PLUS KIT The Pioneer is a freestanding swing set featuring a built-in slide platform. There is also an open area for adding the accessory of your choice. The Pioneer Custom Kit is perfect for a small backyard. Purchase kit, choose from 4 swing set design options, purchase lumber and customize with accessories. Custom kits allow for the best do-it-yourself project flexibility and customization. NOTE: Lumber, slide and accessories sold separately.

7. Lifetime Monkey Bar Adventure Swing Set with 9 Foot Wavy Slide (Earthtone)

List Price: $1,399.99
Price: $1,049.00
You Save: $350.99 (25%)

  • Measures 13.8 by 18.6 by 7.75 feet (W x D x H)
  • 3 belt swing; 1 trapeze bar with gym rings; 9-foot wavy slide; monkey bars; fire pole
  • Heavy-duty, weather-resistant powder-coated galvanized steel and high-density polyethylene (HDPE) Plastic
  • 5-year limited factory warranty
  • Lifetime recommends using sufficient ground material for an 11-foot fall height

The Monkey Bar Adventure Swing Set is constructed of heavy-duty powder-coated steel and UV-protected polyethylene plastic so it’s weather protected against rusting, discoloration, and heat retention. Won’t split, splinter, or warp like a wooden playset. Designed for safety with rubber grips on swing chains to keep little fingers from getting pinched, the Monkey Bar Adventure has capped or rounded edges with no rough edges exposed. This swing set is designed with lots of activities to keep kids happily in motion for hours, including monkey bars, belt swings, a 9-foot wavy slide, trapeze bar, and a fire pole. Slide can be set up to be on left or right side of the system. This unit is freestanding, with no cement required.

8. Flexible Flyer Play Park

List Price: $329.99
Price: $224.98
You Save: $105.01 (32%)

  • Powder-coated steel frame with 2 sling swings
  • Glider, wave slide, trapeze, and 4-person lawn swing
  • Weight capacity: 105 lbs per seat; 1050 lbs total
  • Dimensions: 16.75L x 8W x 6H feet
  • Assembles in approximately 2 to 3 hours

Eliminating indoor boredom, one summer day at a time, the Flexible Flyer Play Park makes no-school the fun it should be. In no time flat, they’ll be off the couch and on their way to swinging, sliding, gliding, laughing, and making memories. Designed to maximize the kind of fun only summer can offer. Touts a powerful steel frame for easy installation and your peace of mind.   Additional information: Recommended for children ages 2 to 10 years Complete with 2 traditional sling swings and a super fun 4-person lawn swing Includes a 6-foot wave slide, deluxe trapeze, and 2-person air glider 6-foot safety zone required Necessary tools (not included): Allen wrench, screw drivers, tape measure, knife, hammer, pliers, and wrench (adj and square) Ships with instructions for assembly, installation, and maintenance Made in the USA Complete with a 180-day manufacturer’s warranty, see manual   About Flexible Flyer Since 1889, Flexible Flyer has been an icon in American childhoods. Flexible Flyer is the largest American manufacturer of consumer swing sets and hobby horses – all of which are made in the USA. Just as in years gone by, Hobby Horses, Swing Sets, and NEW Teeter Twirl outdoor products offer a high-quality, traditional toy experience for today’s children, encouraging both exercise and use of the imagination. Hours of fun are to be had when these products are brought into play, and you can rest assured you’ve purchased a top-quality, American-made classic. Powder-coated steel frame with 2 sling swings. Glider, wave slide, trapeze, and 4-person lawn swing. Weight capacity: 105 lbs per seat; 1050 lbs total. Dimensions: 16.75L x 8W x 6H feet. Assembles in approximately 2 to 3 hours.

9. Classic Cedar Swing Set

List Price: $698.99
Price: $611.43
You Save: $87.56 (13%)

  • High quality 100% natural cedar construction
  • Easy 1-2-3 Bracket System, 2 Sling Swings with Plastisol coated chain and 1 Gym Ring/Trapeze Bar Combo included
  • All assembly hardware included
  • Weight capacity: Designed to handle adult weight
  • Dimensions: 12′ x 8′ x 7’8″

The Classic 3-Position Swing Set Kit includes everything pictured. This Do-It-Yourself Kit comes complete with 2 Sling Swings, 1 Gym Ring/Trapeze Bar Combo, 2 Easy 1-2-3 Bracekts, and assembly instrucitons and hardware. Swing Set is constructed of 4×4 and 4×6 100% natural cedar timbers, which are naturally resistant to rot and insect damage. All of the wood included is pre-sanded, factory-sealed, and pre-drilled. The Easy 1-2-3 Bracket System makes building your swing set a hassle-free project. Simply slide the provided lumber into the brackets and scew the lag bolts into the pre-drilled holes. It is that easy. Swing Set is designed to handle adult weight. This is not your ordinary A-Frame play set which coudl sell for the same price yet offer nothing near the strength, safety or lasting durability of a Classic. Start “Creating Childhood Memories” Today.

10. Meadowvale Wooden Swing Set

Price: $446.99

Get ready for action with this multi-actity super play center! Includes high rail wave slide 2 belt swings acrobatic swing cargo rope climber rockwall with climbing rocks lower sandbox and a super sturdy wood stake anchoring system for safety. . Overall Dimensions: 14 wide 11 deep 9 high. 2×6 2 position single swing beam separate beam for acrobatic swing. 4x 3 4 high play deck. Please allow a 6 Play perimeter. . Precut Predrilled Pretreated (Arsenic Free Chromium Free Non CCA) and Stained Premium Playground Lumber; cedar floor and wall boards. Meets or exceeds ASTM safety standards. Made for children less than 110 pounds. 10 year manufacturer warranty on wood rot decay insect damage; 1 year on all other parts.

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