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Upcoming Seminars & Trade Shows
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As Renewable Energy Experts, SALT Service Inc. Offers Training Seminars in Solar Home Design and Energy Management for our Residential Clients, and Offshore Systems Design & Refrigeration for Cruisers. Learn About Our Upcoming Seminars!
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› Why It's Better with SALT
Looking to learn about the latest and greatest in self-sustaining lifestyles and renewable energy technologies? Throughout SALT’s evolution, we have maintained a Tradition of providing training Seminars at various facilities and at our own shop in Marathon. We also offer Webinars for the Convenience of our remote customers.
Each session is facilitated by SALT's co-founder Bob Williams, who brings 20 years of hands on experience, innovative talent, and a passion for sharing his wealth of knowledge. Bob includes lots of photos and graphs illustrating examples of effective system design as well as common design flaws found in the industry in every session.
We also exhibit at various Trade Shows so you can get a firsthand look at the state-of-the-art products that SALT offers.
So Come Join Us!
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~ Events ~
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› Seven Seas University Webinars
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Date: Jan. 11-Feb. 8, 2012
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Seven Seas University will be hosting a series of 5 webinars given by Bob Williams. A plethora of topics will be covered. More details to come as information becomes available. Check the Seven Seas University website for a schedule of available webinars.
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› 2012 Strictly Sail Seminars - Miami International Boat Show
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Date: Feb. 16-20, 2012
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Bob will be speaking at a number of seminars at this year's Miami Boat Show (Strictly Sail). The schedule of the seminars he will be speaking at are as follows:
Solar and Wind Power Technologies - This seminar will be a more focused look at the types of wind turbines and solar (PV) panel technologies available for the cruising yacht. It will include a discussion on the types of regulation most appropriate for each. Bob will use photos for examples of different types of configurations and mounts including examples of misapplications.
Time: Feb. 16, 2012 @ 4:45pm
Offshore Energy Management - Bob will present an overview of power management offshore. There will be a dialogue with graphics, photos and diagram examples of system configurations. This seminar will focus is on 3 principal considerations in balancing energy needs; energy production, energy storage, and efficient energy consumption. This includes examples and characteristics of types of batteries, alternators, solar PV, wind turbines and appropriate regulation. Examples of buying for efficiency are included in the discussion. You’ll be shown lots of photos and graphs showing examples of effective system design as well as common system design flaws found in the industry.
Time: Feb. 18, 2012 @ 3:30pm
Marine Refrigeration - Bob will present an overview of refrigeration design and technologies available to the cruiser. Refrigeration typically represents the single biggest power drain onboard, in many cases more than all other loads combined. For this reason this discussion has as much to do with energy management as it does managing food storage temperatures. Examples of efficient box design and types of construction material will be covered as well as possible improvements that could be made to existing boxes. AC, DC and engine driven condensers will be discussed, including the latest variable speed control units. A general explanation will be given of a typical refrigeration circuit as it pertains to troubleshooting and diagnostics.
Time: Feb. 19, 2012 @ 10:30am
AC and DC Desalination (Watermakers) - This seminar will include an itemized description of existing desalination technologies typically used on cruising vessels along with advantages and compromises between each. In consideration of energy management, a more detailed look at the gallons per watt versus gallons per hour production will be given. A more detailed explanation of the reverse osmosis circuit will be provided as it pertains to troubleshooting and maintenance.
Time: Feb. 20, 2012 @ 3:30pm
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› Cruiser's University Seminars
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Date: Apr. 26-29, 2012
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Bob will be teaching at this year's Cruiser's University in Annapolis, MD. The schedule is as follows:
Friday, April 27th -
8am - Offshore Energy Management
11am - Marine Refrigeration
1:45pm - Onboard Wind & Solar Power
Saturday, April 28th -
8am - Offshore Energy Management
9:30am - Marine Refrigeration
11am - Onboard AC Power Generation
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› Instructor Bob Williams' Bio
 While pursuing a Marine Biology degree in the mid 70's, Bob was also an offshore sailing/navigation Instructor for the Annapolis Sailing School. Later, Bob apprenticed with Charlie Morgan, cold molding and testing prototype hull designs. Bob has continued to work directly with boat builders and owners, providing onsite system design and installation Training for boat builders in the US and abroad.
As the founder for Sea Air Land Technologies (SALT), Bob has developed several innovative products for the marine industry, including energy management monitors and regulators, DC ice makers, eutectic holdover refrigeration, electric propulsion and fully Sustainable energy management systems for yachts as well as similar applications for off-grid homes. Bob has been conducting Seminars on these subjects for the past 20 years for National Boat Shows, West Marine, Federal Park Services (NOAA) and Florida Park Services. As well as holding a 100 ton Masters license, Bob also holds a Florida State Solar Contractors license.
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› Want to Hire Us for a Seminar?
Cruisers, home owners, dock masters, and business owners often prefer having these Seminars at the location of their choice. We love talking energy, and sharing our Knowledge so please feel free to contact SALT about scheduling a seminar at your office, business, or marina. The number of participants is up to you!
We know that when Bob presents his seminar at your location it can Benefit your organization and help you achieve your goals - as well as ours - of practicing a sustainable lifestyle. The fee (if one applies) depends on the needs, goals, and objectives of your organization. Provide us with the location of the event, the length of the presentation, and the anticipated number of people expected, and we will give you a Fair price.
Call us toll free
at 800-588-7258 or locally at 305-289-1150
to find out more!
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~ Trade Shows & Festivals ~
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Look for SALT at Booth: 915 - Bayside
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We Always Attend the:
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› 35th Annual Seafood Festival
Come see us at the Marathon Seafood Festival, March 12th & 13th where you'll get to enjoy lots of fresh local seafood, visit with local vendors, listen to some live entertainment, and see the works of local artists. Located at the Marathon Community Park.
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Come See Us at our Store in Marathon!
 We’re located at 2992 Overseas Highway in Marathon, Florida. Our store offers a Full Line of leading manufacturers’ renewable energy equipment, system components, energy efficient appliances, environmentally friendly products and Friendly Staff members that can answer all your questions about our products and services. We are also representatives for several all-electric vehicle (EV) dealers: from scooters to motorcycles, cars, and utility vehicles.
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