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Projected Cost SavingsWe anderson calculated cost replacement savings for the residential units in a spreadsheet, using monthly energy consumption results from Visual DOE and the applicable utility rate, which includes seasonal differences and a block rate that makes energy more expensive after the first 400 kwh. windows (Visual DOE can do cost analysis, but not using the combination of rates that we needed.) Similarly, we estimated anderson central plant operating costs by applying commercial electric and gas rates to the estimated monthly energy consumption replacement and demand (see Table 2).The value of energy windows savings attributable to window replacement fell between $.072 and $.092 per kWh of electric energy saved. Estimated total savings anderson across all 720 residential units and the central plants range from replacement about $35,000 per year for storm window replacement windows to $91,000 per year for anderson the most efficient windows. These savings replacement represent windows about 5%-12% of the total gas and electric bills for McLean Gardens residents and plants. The simple payback based on energy savings is estimated at around 65 years for storm window replacement, and over 80 years for full window replacement. This replacement kit makes replacing old, energy wasting windows, fast and simple. anderson Each kit comes complete with two sash, two vinyl compression balances, one vinyl parting stop, two vinyl sash stops, and all necessary installation hardware. Sash are available primed for painting or aluminum clad in assorted colors. Vinyl casement and replacement awning windows now feature Truth Maxim commercial-grade hardware to make them easier to operate, says the firm. All casement and awning windows come standard with fold-down handles to provide extra room for drape and blind clearance around windows. The firm manufactures numerous other products. 724-465-1800. www.gorell.com, Circle 195. Fusion-welded vinyl windows are perfect for new or remodeling applications because they resist water, corrosion, and mold, claims the firm. Available in white windows and almond, anderson they feature removable nailing fins. Muntins are optional. The company also manufactures aluminum-clad and wood windows as well as patio doors. 800-877-9482. www.summit windows.com. replacement Circle 184. Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork offers vinyl windows. The Wausau, Wis.based, high-end wood window manufacturer will supply a wide selection windows of vinyl window designs - radius, bow, bay and geometric - through its new KVW Windows & Doors division. The new line includes double hung models, sliders, casements, awnings and sliding doors. A new production plant, located in Manawa, Wis., was scheduled anderson to begin operating in February. ProFinish vinyl windows come in double-hung, single-hung, casement, slider, picture, and geometric-shaped replacement styles. The windows, which won''t pit, peel, windows or chalk, claims the maker, feature welded frames and sashes and integral J-channels. Numerous glass options and grids are available. 800-542-9118. www.simonton.com. Circle 182. Monument vinyl windows come in white and almond and feature anderson fusion-welded mitered corners and multiple hollow chambers for strength, says the firm. The windows come in casement, awning, double-hung, single-hung, and sliding styles. A number of glazing and glass options are available. replacement 800-223-4873, www.hurd.com. Visions 2000 vinyl windows are maintenance-free and won''t rust or corrode, says the firm. The windows are available in single-hung, double-hung, casement, windows and awning styles. The line comes standard with integral nailing fins and fusion-welded corners. Optional grilles and glazes also are available.
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