Iconic Las Vegas Sign Powered By Solar | AIMS Power Inverter Blog

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Eric Lee Castillo

We love seeing renewable energy initiatives in Nevada, where AIMS Power was born.

A venture aptly named the Clean Energy Project, CEP, worked with Green Chips and the Clark County Commission to install solar panels for powering the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign with Nevada’s own solar energy.

The sign was powered by the sun January 8.

The Clean Energy Project (CEP) powers the iconic Las Vegas sign with solar energy.

The solar tree installation allows The Strip’s most iconic landmark’s legendary neon and incandescent lights to run solely on harnessed solar energy.

Converting this iconic sign’s power source to solar will provide an example to our community that clean renewable energy can help power businesses, homes or even signs throughout Nevada.

What a great way to spread awareness about the benefits of sustainability and renewable energy!

Want to be part of the movement? Visit AIMScorp.net for all your solar needs.

Read more about the Clean Energy Project at http://cleanenergyprojectnv.org/projects/greening-las-vegas

And pledge support to the CEP at http://org2.salsalabs.com/o/6911/p/dia/action3/common/public/?action_KEY=15919&killorg=True

Improved 6000 Watt Low Frequency AIMS Power Inverter Charger

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

The AIMS Power 6000 watt 24 volt low frequency inverter charger has been rethought — featuring a more compact size, mounting capabilities and a redesigned transformer — to better meet customers’ needs.

AIMS Power's new 6000 watt low frequency inverter charger features a more compact case.

This unit still includes the same 300 percent surge rating that allows for usage with appliances that have a high start-up electrical surge, such as air conditioners and compressors. It also still includes the same direct connect terminal block, which allows for and easily-accessible and clean connection.

This unit is still AIMS Power’s top-of-the-line inverter, and it’s still compatible with every electrical system on Earth, making it the best option on the market for clean off-grid, mobile and/or emergency backup electricity.

The new unit is model # PICOGLF60W24V240VS.

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AIMS Power Recomends: ‘Chasing Ice’ Climate-Change Documentary

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

I highly recommend watching “Chasing Ice” — a documentary about the efforts of photographer James Balog and his Extreme Ice Survey that shines light on the effects of climate change, directed by Jeff Orlowski.

The message of the film is simple, and it’s one we echo daily here at AIMS Power: The Earth is becoming warmer, faster than ever before, and we need to try to counteract that in any way possible. If you don’t believe me, watch the film, but also take note that this year is the seventh-warmest year in recorded history, according to the World Meteorological Organization

The film conveys this message with breathtaking time-lapse video of the controlled-demolition-like retreat and shrinkage of the world’s glaciers.

You truly must see this if not for the nature and importance of the message then most definitely for the sheer awe-factor of witnessing these monstrosities collapse into the world’s oceans.

The fact is that 95 percent of the Earth’s glaciers (outside of Antarctica) are either retreating or shrinking, and through the past decade or so, it’s done it at a rate twice as fast as the cumulative movement during the 100 years prior in some cases, according to Balog. The problem isn’t that we can’t handle it technologically, economically, or even policy-wise. The problem, he notes in a Ted Talk, is one of perception.

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How You Can Help In Midwest, Illinois Disaster Relief Efforts

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

Disaster relief efforts are in full force following the extreme weather witnessed this weekend throughout the Midwest, and this post is dedicated to shining light on ways you can help.

Read this article in The New York Times today to get a better idea of the scope of this situation: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/19/us/officials-assess-damage-from-deadly-tornadoes-across-midwest.html?hp&_r=0

The article says that there are “hundreds of thousands of people” without electricity. For emergency backup power systems, you can visit www.theinverterstore.com. They can provide same-day, overnight shipping to the affected areas, and we’re also being told that they’re willing to work with peoples’ budgets during this time.

You can visit the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and http://www.illinois.gov/ready/ to learn ways you can help your neighbors in Illinois.

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AIMS Power Unveils Green-Energy Inverter Generator at EMEX

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

AIMS Power inverters are the backbone of the world’s most versatile portable green-energy generator, unveiled at EMEX in Reno, Nevada, Oct. 28-30.

Reno, Nevada (PRWEB) October 30, 2013

The Emergency Management and Homeland Security Expo (EMEX), an annual tradeshow put on by the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM), features AIMS Power as an exhibitor during the event at Silver Legacy in Reno, Nevada.

AIMS Power, an off-grid and renewable energy company based in Reno, plans to showcase its newest product, which they claim is the “world’s most versatile” portable green-energy generator.

Engineers at AIMS Power claim this is the "world's most versatile" green-energy generator.

The product is manufactured in Reno and boasts more than 25 different models, including some with solar capabilities, to satisfy a wide-range of applications.

“We imagine this product being great for emergency backup power applications, especially during disaster relief efforts; for anyone participating in an outdoor event, for a tech-savvy prepper and even for humanitarian efforts in countries with little electrical infrastructure,” AIMS Power vice president Sean Nichols said. “The biggest selling points are that it’s easily deployable and highly powerful, so in the event of a crisis where the military, FEMA or Homeland Security needs to act quickly and effectively, this is a serious game-changer.”

Global Guide to AIMS Power Inverters & Renewable Energy Systems

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

AIMS Power launches global interactive inverter guide to understanding electrical systems & benefits of having renewable off-grid, mobile & emergency backup power.

Reno, NV (PRWEB) October 22, 2013

There’s an AIMS Power inverter for every corner of the map, and a new interactive guide at aimscorp.net shows which will work in every country worldwide.

Electrical requirements are unique whether living in India, Thailand, Egypt, Bolivia or Jamaica, and the appropriate specifications need to be met if planning on building any renewable, off-grid, mobile or emergency backup power systems.

AIMS Power Inverters Interactive Guide to Renewable Energy Worldwide

View AIMS Power's global interactive inverter guide at aimscorp.net/map

The largest line of AIMS Power inverters operate at 110 or 120 volts alternating current (Vac) 60 hertz (Hz), catering mostly to the Unites States and Canada. However, they have many that operate at 220, 230 or 240Vac 50Hz or 60Hz and at 110Vac 50Hz.

“We get a lot of calls from people all over the world, and they’re asking us, ‘What products are available in my country?’” president and founder of AIMS Power, Bruce de Jong said. “So this interactive map is a great way for us to help supply the world with the right inverters specific to the countries people are traveling to or living in.”

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AIMS Power Inverters For Landscaping, Mobile Power

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

A DC to AC inverter could be the solution for all your landscaping needs this fall season.

Use an AIMS Power inverter for mobile power to run landscaping equipment like an electric chainsaw, weed wacker, etc. and even to power an outdoor lighting or fountain setup.

An old pickup truck toolbox turned into a portable green-energy trailer with a 2500 watt AIMS Power inverter, two deep-cycle batteries, solar panels and a solar charge controller for mobile landscaping power.

One of our savvy customers, Dennis Evers, rigged an old pickup truck toolbox into a portable green-energy trailer with a 2500 watt AIMS Power inverter, two deep-cycle batteries, solar panels and a solar charge controller. He now has easy access to electricity wherever he’s doing yard work on his property, and he’ll even have it in the event of a power outage or gas shortage.

You could also use an inverter and a solar array to run yard accessories or other garden decorations that need electricity.

AIMS Power sells 30, 60, 120 and 230 watt solar panels as well as everything else you’ll need to get this system up and running, and our tech support team is on hand with any technical questions you might have.

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AIMS Power Inverters and the Man Behind the Business, Bruce de Jong

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

AIMS Power inverters celebrates 12 years of business in 2013. To celebrate, the president & founder, Bruce de Jong, tells the company’s story.

AIMS Power president & founder, Bruce de Jong during the interview for this story in his Reno, Nevada office.

Reno, Nevada (PRWEB) September 22, 2013

AIMS Power inverters were born from one man’s garage, one man’s sanctuary in Reno, Nevada.

“That’s where I built the foundation of the business,” company founder and president Bruce de Jong said. “But it became apparent that shipping truckloads out of my garage wasn’t exactly appreciated by the neighbors.”

de Jong utilized the resource for about a year starting in February 2001, dedicating late nights developing inverter designs and researching renewable energy markets, waking up at sunrise to land deals and ship them the same day — all from the limited space normally meant for parking his car.

Part of his motivation came from the prospect of building a family, as he married his now wife of 12 years, Laura de Jong, that same year. Part of it came from the desire to do business better than the “horrible bosses” he had in the past, but most of it came from the simple desire for more freedom and security in life.

With a college degree and more than a handful of business experience under his belt, an inspired de Jong led the way in developing the most extensive line of inverters available on the market today, boasting 52 different models to meet customers’ varying needs.

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What is a Power Inverter? | by AIMS Power

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

AIMS Power inverters will be represented at a tradeshow, the ICUEE (International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition), also known as the Demo Expo, for their first time ever October 1-3.

As a prelude to the event, we’re proud to share this informational video about power inverters with you. It will be playing on repeat, along with a few other videos, at our tradeshow booth in Lousville, Kentucky next week!

So you get a sneak peak …

What is a power inverter? Click ‘continue reading’ below, watch and learn.
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AIMS Power Inverter Charger Review by Inventor of Freedom Kegerator

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Eric Lee Castillo

Las Vegas (PRWEB) August 30, 2013

AIMS Power Inverter Charger & Freedom Kegerator Make Cold Beer Mobile

The Freedom Kegerator, mobile beer on-tap.

The Freedom Kegerator, running on an AIMS Power inverter charger, brings mobile beer dispensing to the masses, providing more beer in more places this summer.

It took a 2000 watt AIMS Power inverter charger, a couple deep-cycle batteries, an idea, and nearly five years of preparation to make the Freedom Kegerator a reality.

But since its debut this year, the mobile beer dispensing system has become a million dollar product bringing fresh pints to parched patrons across the globe.

You might see the Freedom Kegerator at a Dallas Cowboys game in the $1.2 billion AT&T Stadium, at a Lakers game in the Staples Center, at amusement parks like Six Flags or even art and music festivals like Burning Man.

“It increases profit margin, because it turns a traffic area into a revenue stream,” inventor of the Freedom Kegerator Mark Johnson said. “Customers coming into a football game, for instance, can get a beer with their program, then once that traffic area slows down, you can cart that unit right to a new location and set up.

“You’re just unplugged and not anchored by AC power.”

The backbone of the system Johnson uses to achieve 10 hours of mobile beer-tapping power is a DC to AC inverter, which transforms direct current power from a battery bank into alternating current electricity that’s used to chill and pour your beer.

He says choosing the right inverter was one of the most important stages of developing the product.

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