After Eight Years, Terminal’s 10.1 MW Still One of the Top Five Largest Rooftop Solar Arrays in the US

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ — Gloucester Marine Terminal LLC, an affiliated company of Holt Logistics Corp., announced completion of an additional 1.12 MW solar expansion at the Gloucester Marine Terminal. This expansion was completed in partnership with Independence Solar and supplements its existing 9.0 MW rooftop solar array that was completed in 2011. Independence Solar completed the 1.12 MW expansion project in December 2018, increasing the Terminal’s total solar capacity by 12% to 10.1 MW. Since the Terminal’s ground breaking 9.0 MW installation in 2011, other companies have been inspired by the pioneering vision of the Holt family. With this expansion, the Terminal is again one of the top five largest rooftop solar installations in the North America and is the largest outside of California.

The Gloucester Marine Terminal, located on 150 acres near the Walt Whitman Bridge on the Delaware River in Gloucester City, NJ, is a continuously-operating cold storage facility and is one of the largest energy users in the region. Historically, this energy has been supplied by the local utility at significant cost. Holt has deployed solar energy at the Terminal to mitigate these high costs and to operate the Terminal in a sustainable manner. In selecting a solar partner, Holt Logistics vetted several national installers and chose to partner with Independence Solar due to their decade-plus of expertise, their previous work on the Terminal’s 2011 solar installation, and their ability to provide state-of-the-art technologies, including power optimizers with safe rapid shutdown capabilities.

The new 1.12 MW installation is located on the Terminal’s Building #3 warehouse and consists of 3,120 rooftop solar panels and 1,600 DC power optimizers, which maximize output from the solar panels and allow for safer operations. Independence Solar also designed the nine modular solar inverters to be located safely inside the warehouse. In addition to the solar work, the project integrated a complete re-work of the electric service to the north end of the Terminal, providing immediate energy savings and positioning the Terminal to expand refrigerated operations over coming decades.

Leo Holt, President of Holt Logistics Corp., commented, “As a leading provider of supply chain solutions, Holt Logistics understands that every inch of space should be utilized effectively. This includes not only our warehousing operations and our port facilities, but also our rooftops. We committed to sustainable operations in 2011 with our groundbreaking 9.0 MW solar installation and have reinforced our commitment with this Phase II investment in solar. Solar energy is an investment that provides returns to our customers, to our employees and to our community, but most importantly, to our planet. The Holt family believes that leadership on climate change comes through action, and we are fiercely committed to this effort for the long haul.”

Keith Peltzman, President at Independence Solar, shared, “We are honored that Holt Logistics selected Independence Solar as their solar partner. We acted as their development advisor on the original 2011 solar installation and appreciate the confidence they placed in Independence Solar by selecting us as their turnkey installation partner for Phase II. We will continue to maintain Holt’s solar investment as if it is our own asset and thank the Holt family for their trust.”

 

About Holt Logistics
Holt Logistics Corp. is a family owned, single-source service provider of commercial, accounting, marketing and technology services to marine terminal operators, warehouses and logistics companies. The Gloucester Marine Terminal facility encompasses more than 150 acres along the Delaware River and contains numerous cold storage and other buildings that service food commodity suppliers importing goods into the US. Operating on a ‘24/7’ basis, the Terminal is the largest on-dock refrigerated warehouse in the US and provides access to market for food distributors servicing tens of millions of Americans.

About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey developer and installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9.0 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal. Independence Solar forges long-term partnerships with our clients by providing the complete suite of solar services – development, financing, installation and ongoing maintenance. In order to better service our projects, we operate local offices in NJ, CT, MA and PA.

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Alex Styer
For Holt Logistics
astyer@bellevuepr.com

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For Independence Solar
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Independence Solar Completes Another Successful Solar Installation in South Jersey

Material Handling Supply, Inc (MHS Lift), the leading provider of lift trucks and material handling parts and services in the Mid-Atlantic, proudly announces the completion of a rooftop solar energy installation at their corporate headquarters located at 6965 Airport Hwy Lane in Pennsauken, NJ. The 293 kW installation consists of 902 rooftop solar panels that will offset 100% of the building’s electric usage.

After extensive research into solar energy and providers, MHS Lift selected Independence Solar as their solar provider. Independence Solar provided state-of-the-art technology including power optimizers with safe rapid shutdown capabilities.

Brett Levin, Vice President of MHS Lift, commented “We studied solar energy for years before making the decision to go with solar.  As a stakeholder in MHS Lift, solar reduces our operating costs and allows us to reinvest in our organization. As a stakeholder in our planet, solar reduces our dependence on fossil fuels and helps to reverse climate change. Solar is a win for MHS Lift, for our employees and for our customers.

We were very pleased with Independence Solar. They handled every aspect of solar for us – from supporting our financing team, to integrating with our new roof and handing over the project to our internal operations team. I would completely trust Independence Solar to deliver a seamless turnkey project.”

Keith Peltzman, President at Independence Solar, shared: “We are honored that MHS Lift selected Independence Solar. We deeply appreciate the trust MHS Lift placed in us to construct and maintain solar on their headquarters. We take great pride to leave our clients with a safe and high-quality system to last for the next 30+ years.”

PNC Bank played an integral part in financing the project and understanding the benefit of solar energy for MHS Lift.

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About MHS Lift
Material Handling Supply is a long standing South Jersey based company that originated in 1970 with only two people and now employs over 160. In 2005, they expanded and opened a location in New Castle, Delaware and in 2011, they opened an additional facility in Seaford Delaware, extending their service area to five states including, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.  

MHS Lift supplies new and used equipment from companies such as Crown, Unicarriers Forklift, Genie, Karcher and Taylor Dunn. They also design and install storage systems including Pallet Racking of all types, Loading Dock Equipment, Mezzanines, Modular offices and any other types of equipment used in a warehouse.

About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey developer and installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal in NJ. Independence Solar forges long-term partnerships with our clients by offering the complete suite of solar services – development, financing, installation and ongoing maintenance.

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Independence Solar
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Independence Solar Completes Another Successful Solar Installation in South Jersey

Villa Chapman Apartments, LLC proudly announces the completion of two rooftop solar energy installations at 400 & 406 Lippincott Dr in Marlton, NJ.  The 403 kW solar installation consists of 1,240 rooftop solar panels that will offset 50% of the buildings’ combined electric usage.

The owner of Villa Chapman Apartments, Dr. Peter Van Deerlin, is also a practicing physician at the South Jersey Fertility Center, a tenant at the 400 Lippincott Dr building. In addition to this initiative, Dr Van Deerlin has personally adopted a sustainable lifestyle – driving only electric vehicles and powering his home 100% with solar energy.  After careful deliberation, he selected Independence Solar to be his solar provider. Independence Solar provided state-of-the-art technology including power optimizers with safe rapid shutdown capabilities across four interconnected services.

Dr. Van Deerlin volunteered, “Rooftop solar is the obvious choice to both lower our carbon footprint and save money.  My project has been cash flow positive right from its start-up in April. I am so grateful to Independence Solar for delivering a wonderful turnkey project.  Working with Independence Solar was seamless and effortless.  They give extra effort because they truly believe in what they are doing.  And, they did it through the very worst winter for major storms and ice.”

He continued, “After purchasing the single-story 400 & 406 Lippincott Dr buildings in June 2017, my very first thought was that the buildings needed to utilize their large and empty rooftops and switch to clean solar energy. Solar provides a financial benefit for us and for our tenants, but even more importantly, it benefits our future climate.”

Keith Peltzman, President at Independence Solar, shared: “We are honored that Dr. Van Deerlin selected Independence Solar. We deeply appreciate the trust that he placed in us to construct and maintain solar on his buildings. We take great pride to leave him with a safe and high-quality system that will last for the next 30+ years.”

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About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey developer and installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal in NJ. Independence Solar forges long-term partnerships with our clients by offering the complete suite of solar services – development, financing, installation and ongoing maintenance.

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Carrie Gallagher
Independence Solar
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Independence Solar Installs Solar at Two Buildings: 200 Century Parkway & 3900 Church Road

Mt. Laurel, NJ – Needleman Management, a leading operator of office space in South Jersey, proudly announces the completion of 444 kW of rooftop solar energy on two buildings in Mt Laurel, NJ – 200 Century Parkway and 3900 Church Road.  The installation at 200 Century Parkway consists of 996 rooftop solar panels that will offset almost one-third of the multi-tenanted building’s electric costs. The single-tenant building at 3900 Church Road now holds 330 solar panels that supply over one-half of the electric needs for the building.

After extensive research into solar energy and providers, Needleman Management selected Independence Solar as their turnkey solar installer.

David Cohen, President of Needleman Management, commented, “We thoroughly analyzed solar energy before concluding that it was the right thing to do.  Solar provides us a long-term hedge against volatile energy costs and a building that operates more sustainably and less expensively. This is a win for us, a win for our tenants and a win for long-term energy independence. The return on investment has already exceeded our expectations.   Additionally, we were very pleased with the installation process and professionalism of our solar supplier – Independence Solar”

Keith Peltzman, President at Independence Solar, shared: “We are honored that Needleman Management selected Independence Solar. We deeply appreciate the trust Needleman placed in us to construct and maintain solar on their buildings. We take great pride to leave our clients with a safe and high-quality system for the next 25 years.”

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About Needleman Management
Needleman Management Company (www.NeedlemanRE.com) has been a fixture in the South Jersey commercial real estate market for over 35 years – buying, building and leasing medical, office and retail space. With a portfolio of over 2,000,000 square feet located entirely in South Jersey, Needleman Management is committed to our local townships, to our business partners, to the care of our local environment and to the growth and success of our tenants. Needleman Management Company provides office space that is the right size, in the right location, and at the right price.

For more information, contact:
Jackie Needleman
856-482-5959
jackie@NeedlemanRE.com

About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal in New Jersey. Independence Solar handles the entire project life cycle for our clients. From development, design and financing, through construction and ongoing maintenance, Independence Solar delivers an environmentally responsible income-generating asset, not just a construction project.

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Carrie Gallagher
Independence Solar
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HAMDEN, CT — Independence Solar announces the completion of a 125 kW Phase 2 addition to the rooftop solar array in Hamden, CT at the site of Burt Process Equipment, Inc.’s headquarters. The combined 250 kW system featuring nearly 900 solar panels will generate nearly 100% of the building’s annual electrical usage.

The installation is connected to The United Illuminating Company’s electrical network and is a part of the Zero Emissions Renewable Energy Certificate (or “ZREC”) program which secures a 15-year contract with the utility. The program has provided a significant boost to Connecticut’s solar market and helped the State achieve its aggressive clean energy targets.

As Stephen Burt, President of Burt Process Equipment put it, “Our company’s corporate vision statement is to be a leader in the worldwide community striving to create a better environment through innovative and responsible use of water and natural resources. Solar ties right into that. “

Independence Solar had the support of installation partner Pat Munger Construction, a full service-building contractor with over 40 years of experience in quality commercial construction. Independence and Munger were able to complete the project in less than two months “without impacting BPE’s daily operations.”

As Vice President of Independence Solar, James Schwartz, put it: “Burt Process Equipment is an ideal candidate for solar as it fits solidly within their commitment to energy efficient products. We completed the Phase 1 system in 2013 and it was exciting to have the opportunity to add this second phase four years later. Having already formed a complimentary working relationship, Independence Solar was able to confidently promise and deliver on a tight schedule of project milestones from project start to finish. It is a privilege for us to work with clients like Burt Process who understand not only the potential cost-savings when installing solar, but how it correlates to their overall business strategy.“

About Burt Process Equipment, Inc.
Since 1970, Burt Process Equipment (www.burtprocess.com) has been a worldwide leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of high purity and corrosion resistant equipment, systems and services. Their products and services provide proven solutions for many industries such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, microelectronics, metal finishing, and chemical processing.

About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey developer and installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including one of the top five largest rooftop solar arrays (10.1 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal. Independence Solar forges long-term partnerships with our clients by providing the complete suite of solar services – development, financing, installation and ongoing maintenance. In order to better service our projects, we operate local offices in NJ, CT, MA and PA.

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GUILFORD, CT – Bishop’s Orchards, a Guilford, CT family-owned and operated farm since 1871, completed a 120 kW rooftop solar installation in August 2017 atop their landmark Farm Market, with a 357 kW ground mounted array in an adjacent field that will go online by the end of 2017.

As an environmentally-conscious company committed to gaining energy independence, Bishop’s Orchards selected Independence Solar – one of the most established and trusted solar teams on the East Coast – for their 120 kW rooftop project as well as an additional installation of a 357 kW ground-mounted solar system.  Installation of the panels was performed by the Pat Munger Construction Company, a leading full-service construction company based in Branford serving Southern CT.  The ground and roof panels will provide 80% of Bishop’s annual energy consumption, including their farm refrigeration needs and Farm Market, which will prevent 12,000 tons of CO2 from entering the atmosphere over the life of the projects.

“As longtime stewards of the environment and healthy eating for the community, this is a proud moment in our family business history to reduce energy costs and lower our carbon footprint,” said Keith Bishop, Co-CEO at Bishop’s Orchards. “With a partner like Independence Solar leading the way, we’ve already seen significant benefits from the rooftop system, and are excited that the ground-mounted installation will produce over 600,000 kWh annually to push us further toward energy independence.”

An allocation from the Virtual Net Metering (VNM) program established by the CT Legislature and administered by the CT Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) enabled Bishop’s to produce power on 1.1 acres of farm property that has laid fallow and is unusable for crops due to shallow soils, hillside and rock ledge. Bishop added “with the finite cropland we own, we did not want to convert usable farmland into energy production, so we challenged Independence Solar in 2016 to use this property and assist in sustaining our family business as stewards for another generation by adding a ‘hillside solar farm’.” A portion of the array is visible from the Farm Market on the opposite side of US Rt 1.

James Schwartz, Vice President at Independence Solar, remarked, “We’re thrilled that Bishop’s Orchards turned to Independence Solar as their turnkey solar provider.  Their commitment to both the environment and lowering operating costs made solar a smart investment for their company, and we look forward to partnering with them to achieve their cost saving and sustainability goals.”

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About Bishops Orchards – www.bishopsorchards.com
The Bishop families have their roots in Guilford since the founding of the town when John Bishop was one of the signers of the Guilford Covenant in 1639. One of the few commercial local farms that remains of Guilford’s agricultural heritage, Bishop’s Orchards continues a tradition that dates back over 146 years to the original 52-acre farm that Walter G Bishop purchased in 1871. As each generation has built on the successes of our forebears, the farm has continued to change and grow.

Innovation and adaptation to changing conditions and markets have been one of our hallmarks. Throughout our evolution from a small general farm peddling ice, milk, fruits and vegetables door-to-door to the residents of the shoreline communities to a wholesale grower of fruits and vegetables supplying the produce markets of New York and New England, we are now a thriving retail farm market open year round with a Winery, Kit, Pick Your Own Fruits and a CSA. Our goal has remained the same through all the years… to provide our customers with the freshest, best-quality farm products possible, grown with integrity and concern for our environment. Our families continue to grow and faces of the seventh generation can now be seen “helping” and learning with their parents and grandparents. Generation 6 members Sarah Bishop Dellaventura and Carrie Bishop Healy are working full time alongside their father Keith and his cousin, Jonathan Bisho.

About Independence Solar – www.independencesolar.com
Independence Solar is a turnkey installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal in New Jersey. Independence Solar handles the entire project life cycle for our clients. From development, design and financing, through construction and ongoing maintenance, Independence Solar delivers an environmentally responsible income-generating asset, not just a construction project.

Update: January 15, 2018
Learn More About How Bishop’s Orchards is Protecting the Environment Through Solar Operations

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Carrie Gallagher
Independence Solar
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CAMDEN, NJ – Lyons & Sons, Inc., a leader in the storage and distribution of cocoa on the East Coast, announces the completion of a 265 kW rooftop solar installation at a 300,000 square foot warehouse in Camden, NJ.  Lyons & Sons selected Independence Solar–one of the oldest and most experienced commercial solar energy installers on the East Coast–as their turnkey solar installer and operator.

The 828 solar panels will offset 100% of their electric usage and prevent 220 tons of CO2 from entering the atmosphere. By self-generating clean energy, Lyons & Sons is doing their part to help America combat climate change and achieve energy independence.

Mike Dougherty, President of Lyons & Sons, commented, “We first committed to solar energy because this is an investment that is good for our bottom line. By reducing our operating costs, we can better serve our customers. But sustainability is also a core value to Lyons and our customers. The cocoa industry is constantly seeking to reduce its carbon footprint, and we are excited to take a leadership role in the supply chain. We placed our faith in Independence Solar and they delivered far above our expectations.”

Keith Peltzman, President at Independence Solar, shared, “We are honored that Lyons & Sons selected Independence Solar as their turnkey solar provider.  In addition to implementing solar, we were able to make collateral improvements to their roof, lighting and energy management. We are proud to include them as another satisfied client in New Jersey and deeply appreciate the trust they place in us to install their solar investment and maintain it on an ongoing basis.”

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About Lyons & Sons
Lyons & Sons, Inc. has been providing storage for the cocoa industry for over 30 years. Lyons also provides services such as melting cocoa butter and cocoa liquor. With over 750,000 square feet of warehouse space in South Jersey, Lyons is close to the ports of entry for the cocoa industry.

About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal in New Jersey. Independence Solar handles the entire project life cycle for our clients. From development, design and financing, through construction and ongoing maintenance, Independence Solar delivers an environmentally responsible income-generating asset, not just a construction project.

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Carrie Gallagher
Independence Solar
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NEW MILFORD, CT – Ring’s End, one of Connecticut’s leading retail lumber, millwork and home remodeling companies, and Independence Solar, a turnkey installer of solar energy projects along the East Coast, completed their third project together with a 90 kW rooftop array at Ring’s End’s New Milford showroom and lumberyard.     

Matt Dewing, Facilities Manager of Ring’s End, commented, “We have made a sound investment with our solar installations and this project brings us one step closer to our goal of powering a significant portion of our properties with clean, renewable power. This solar system will save money while also furthering our commitment to being a sustainability leader within the communities we serve.  The Independence Solar team, along with their installation partner Munger Construction, delivered a quality system, on time and on budget.  We look forward to continuing working together as we roll out solar to additional properties.”

The New Milford project will offset approximately 60% of the building’s annual electrical usage.  The installation is connected to Eversource’s electrical network and is a part of the Zero Emissions Renewable Energy Certificate (or “ZREC”) program, which secures a 15-year contract with the utility. 

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About Ring’s End
http://www.ringsend.com
Ring’s End is one of Connecticut’s most prominent retail lumber, millwork, and building specialties companies, with a reputation for offering premium quality products at extremely competitive prices, for providing excellent service, and for having a knowledgeable, professional sales staff. With 15 locations servicing much of Connecticut and Westchester County in New York, Ring’s End has one of the largest and most diverse inventories in the area. It can satisfy the needs of the largest homebuilder as well as of remodeling contractors and do-it-yourself homeowners.

About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal in NJ. Independence Solar forges long-term partnerships to maximize returns on their customers’ solar energy investments.

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Carrie Gallagher
Independence Solar
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Independence Solar Completes Sixth Solar Installation for a ResinTech Inc. Affiliated Company

BERLIN, NJ – Aries FilterWorks, a manufacturer of water filters and water purification systems, and Hanson & Zollinger, a specialist in contract manufacturing, announce the completion of a 287 kW rooftop solar installation.  Aries FilterWorks and Hanson and Zollinger are co-tenants at this 50,000 square foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located at 117 Jackson Road in Berlin, NJ. The 882 solar panels will offset almost 90% of the electric usage at the newly refurbished building.

The companies once again selected Independence Solar as their turnkey solar installer, marking the sixth solar installation since 2011 that Independence Solar has completed for a ResinTech affiliated company.

Jeff Gottlieb, CEO of Aries FilterWorks, commented, “Sustainability is a core value to Aries FilterWorks and the ResinTech family of companies. We have invested in six solar projects not only because solar is good for the world, but also because it is good for our bottom line. We have always trusted in Independence Solar and they delivered once again.”

Rob Zollinger, President of Hanson & Zollinger, added, “Solar just makes sense. By managing our energy costs, we are better able to provide cost-effective services to our clients. In addition, many of our contract-manufacturing customers have reduced their carbon footprints and require similar initiatives from their supply chains. We are thrilled to be using the free and clean energy of the sun.”

Keith Peltzman, President at Independence Solar, shared: “We are honored that Aries FilterWorks and Hanson & Zollinger selected Independence Solar as their turnkey solar provider. Each of our projects for a ResinTech-affiliated company has been a success, and we deeply appreciate the trust they place in us to construct and maintain their solar investments.”

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About Aries FilterWorks
Aries FilterWorks filters and water purification systems are manufactured in our state of the art facilities utilizing the latest technologies. Our commitment to quality is unsurpassed. Every product is individually lot numbered providing complete traceability through our extensive quality program.

About Hanson & Zollinger
Hanson & Zollinger, Inc. is an ISO certified 13485:2016 facility that specializes in contract manufacturing. The company’s main market is in the optical field manufacturing parts, complete assembly and testing of medical chairs, medical stands and power lift tables.

About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal in NJ. Independence Solar forges long-term partnerships to maximize returns on their customers’ investments in solar energy .

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Carrie Gallagher
Independence Solar
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Source: Fosters.com, Dave Andreesen
ROCHESTER — One of the oldest manufacturing companies in Rochester that’s been a fixture in the community for more than five decades is now making a leap into the future by building one of the largest private solar fields in the state.

Jarvis Cutting Tools is currently constructing a 500,000 kilowatt solar array in front of their property, located on Jarvis Drive off of Route 125. According to President Costikyan Jarvis, he said this is the right move for the company to not only cut production costs, but to capitalize on incentives for producing solar energy.

“We think it’s good for the company, good for the employees, and good for the environment,” he said. “We have plenty of land, so this is the right time to do it.”

Jarvis Cutting Tools, which currently employs about 100 people, moved its operations from North Attleboro, Mass., after building the facility in Rochester in 1967. They manufacture cutting tools for other manufacturing companies that enable them to make the internal threads in their products. For example, Jarvis said they produce the cutting mechanism that allows an oil filter to be screwed onto car engines.

“We make the tools that make the internal threads in a hole,” Jarvis said. “We work with industrial consumers that want a measureable advantage over competitors, so we develop exclusive solutions for their needs.”

Jarvis, the fifth generation to be involved in his family business, said any excess power generated would be routed to the electrical grid and sold to Eversource. As with many solar fields operating in the northern latitudes that sees reduced sun in the winter, Jarvis will still be connected to public power, primarily because of their manufacturing schedule.

“We will certainly use the power we make,” he said. “We’re still going to be on the grid because we run a second and third shift where there’s not a lot of sunlight to make power.”

Jarvis utilized the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission Commercial and Industrial Solar Incentive Program, which offers rebates and financing on new construction up to 50 kW. Solar projects are allowed to surpass that capacity, but are not eligible for the full tax rebate or financing. The program was funded for $3,886,000 last year.

Jarvis said it was a “long effort” by many including the Public Utilities Commission to get the project approved, and he lauded those involved in the local permitting process with the City of Rochester, including the Planning Board and fire and police departments.

Connecticut-based Independence Solar is the developer, with KW Management hired on as the Electrical Contractor and Veno Construction the civil contractor.

With 2,100 solar panels still left to be erected, Mark Weissflog of KW Management said it should take about another six weeks for completion, with the system going online and producing power by early August.

The added benefit of producing solar energy — aside from the environmental — is a reduction in energy costs that can be returned to a company’s bottom line, although that return is not normally seen for a few years after the initial investment has been paid off.

“It’s neutral for seven years,” Jarvis said. “There’s some benefit, but the real benefit kicks in down the line.”

About Independence Solar
Independence Solar (www.independencesolar.com) is a turnkey installer of commercial solar energy. Since 2007, the team has developed and built over $200 million of solar projects, including the largest rooftop solar array (9 MW) in North America at the Gloucester Marine Terminal in NJ. Independence Solar forges long-term partnerships to maximize returns on their customers’ solar energy investments.

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Carrie Gallagher
Independence Solar
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