News Release | For Immediate Release

Eco-Friendly Homes Create Energy Savings in Winter Months

Calgary, Alberta (December 8^th, 2010) – Building energy efficient homes can reduce household heat loss by up to 37 per cent. Planet Panels supplies homebuilders with energy efficient products that help lock in heat and eliminate 90 per cent of conductive heat loss.

“Homes that aren’t manufactured with energy efficiency in mind tend to have gaps, drafts and openings that release heat and allow cold air in,” says Production Supervisor at Planet Panels Shawn Miller. “The result of this is excessive heat loss, higher energy consumption, and more greenhouse gas emissions.”

In Canada, 60 per cent of the energy consumed in homes is for ‘space heating’. When compared to traditional ‘stick and batt’ construction, a home built using Planet Panels building products can be up to 55 per cent more efficient – equally reducing the amount of greenhouse gases generated in the home. Typical homebuilders often cannot avoid these energy losses.

“Planet Panels uses a fully panelized system that allows for flawless construction on every home,” concludes Miller. “We are dedicated to creating the most energy efficient and environmentally friendly home building products that we can.” (more…)

News Release | November 3rd, 2010 | For Immediate Release

Planet Panels Develops Environmentally Friendly Home in Record Time
Calgary based environmental manufacturer erects a new infill duplex in only 3 days

Calgary, Alberta (November 3rd, 2010) – In an effort to demonstrate their efficiency, Planet Panels has completed the development of a duplex in Calgary, in three days. The infill duplex was erected using Planet Panel’s fully fabricated panel systems. “We wanted to demonstrate how quickly and easily our homes are constructed, without sacrificing quality,” stated Planet Panels President, Jim Klus “our panel systems are created for quick yet extremely precise development.”

Both sides of the duplex, measuring in at 1,725 square foot each, were created in less than three days. “We take pride in providing “green” and energy efficient home building alternatives for homeowners looking to minimize their impact on the environment without compromising style and comfort.” commented Shawn Miller, Production Supervisor at Planet Panels.

“The project reflects our focus as an eco-friendly company. We hope that this project demonstrates to Calgarians that the option to develop an environmentally friendly home is available within their city” concluded Klus.

Planet Panels fully fabricated panel system consists of custom built panels that are stencilled, labelled and delivered logically stacked for rapid assembly. Planet Panels homes boast “no draft” wall systems, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, precision building, reduced heat loss, and improved energy efficiency. (more…)

News Release
October 18, 2010
For Immediate Release

Installation Date Confirmed For Calgary Duplex In-Fill Project
Parkdale community gets a taste of Planet Panels’ green architect this month

Calgary, AB (October 18, 2010) – Planet Panels’ President Jim Klus announced today that the installation of Foundation Capital Corporation’s Parkdale duplex in-fill project in Calgary will take place at 8:00 a.m. on October 19^th to 21^th.

“Planet Panels and Foundation Capital have spent a considerable amount of time and money on the in-fill,” said Klus. “This is a step towards making people more economically conscious and sustaining Calgary’s communities by providing quality housing.”

The in-fill duplex is an attractive bit of efficiency and flexibility constructed using Planet Panels’ innovative building materials. Designed to fill the criteria for an environmentally friendly footprint, the modest-size project efficiently uses energy, water and other resources. It also protects occupant health and reduces waste, pollution and environmental degradation.

 “Planet Panels builds and supplies across Alberta to provide quality construction and housing that is energy efficient and has low impact on the environment,” said Klus. “One of the main highlights of an in-fill is the speed of construction, which is a big deal because when building inner city, we are usually building in an established neighbourhood with people living all around, so the less construction impact, the better.”

About Planet Panels

Planet Panels is an environmentally friendly home building supplier situated in Calgary, Alberta. Manufacturing and installing complete pre-built and insulated foundations, floors and wall systems that meet current NBC and provincial fire codes, Planet Panels’ revolutionary building systems presents customers with a healthier, quieter, safer, energy efficient home at real value.

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News Release
October 1, 2010
For Immediate Release

Planet Panels is Excited to Help Build Calgary Infill Duplex
Local project instalments made using Planet Panels’ eco-friendly building materials

Calgary, Alberta (October 1, 2010) – The development of Foundation Capital Corporation’s duplex infill project in North West Calgary is in progress, and Planet Panels’ President, Jim Klus, said he is thrilled that his company’s eco-friendly building materials will form the finished product, and is looking forward to the long term attainments.

The duplex will be an attractive and environmentally sound alternative to stick and batt built construction using Planet Panels’ complete, pre-built and insulated building systems.

“I am extremely excited to be a part of such a sustainable and eco-minded project,” said Klus, noting that Foundation Capital Corporation’s layout and characteristics are unique to the area, and a great building opportunity for Planet Panels. 

“This is a great prospect for Planet Panels to grow our presence in the core of Calgary considerably, and continue our extension of promoting and providing environmentally friendly products to build the future.”

For further information and updates on the Calgary duplex please visit Planet Panels’ online media centre http://planetpanels.com/media-center/

About Planet Panels

Planet Panels is an environmentally friendly home building supplier situated in Calgary, Alberta. Manufacturing and installing complete pre-built and insulated foundations, floors and wall systems that meet current NBC and provincial fire codes, Planet Panels’ revolutionary building systems presents customers with a healthier, quieter, safer, energy efficient home at real value.

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News Release
September 27, 2010
For Immediate Release

Planet Panels is Hired to Build Infill Duplex in Calgary
Planet Panels’ team executes opportunistic build geared towards general market

Calgary, AB (September 27, 2010) – Planet Panels, an environmentally friendly home building supplier in Calgary, has been hired to assist in the development of Foundation Capital Corporation’s newest home building project in North West Calgary.
The duplex project, located at 931 and 933 33 St. NW, is an infill that will be manufactured and installed using Planet Panels’ complete, pre-built and insulated building foundations.

Scott Rohrer, FCC Chief Investment Operator and Project Manager, said he was fascinated by Planet Panels’ team and what they had to offer.

“Planet Panels gets the job done quick and to the highest degree of quality,” Rohrer said. “We have previously worked with companies that have taken a long time to get in-fills. Planet Panels can accommodate our goal to turn the project very quickly with the highest quality products, which are also energy efficient and good for the future.” (more…)

News Release
September 16, 2010

Planet Panels’ Energy Performance Report Shows Annual Energy Savings of 25%
Eco-friendly homes proves to be more efficient than conventional building

Calgary, Alberta (September 16, 2010) – According to Planet Panels’ Energy Performance Report, building a home using Planet Panels’ products will save homeowners and homebuyers money on overall energy expenses.

In response to the growing concern over environmental responsibility, Planet Panels has developed cost-effective, alternative building materials that meet a zero draft spec, eliminating 90 per cent of the conventional thermal bridging. The Energy Performance Report indicates that homes built using Planet Panels products have lowered heating and cooling costs, and better long-term durability and performance. (more…)

News Release
September 14, 2010
For Immediate Release

Planet Panels’ Products to be Showcased in Kimberley, BC
Okko Communities selects Planet Panels’ efficient housing designs

Calgary, Alberta (September 14, 2010) – Okko Communities, a homebuilding division in Calgary that integrates technology and design to create energy efficient homes, has integrated Planet Panels’ products and services into its new residential housing community.

Reaping a large amount of interest from home buyers, the Sullivan Landing community in Kimberley is designed to provide homeowners with an ideal integration between nature and the environment. The Open House will exhibit Planet Panels’ product development and construction in two fully furnished homes, highlighting the eased use of energy and water in each home, as well as the comfort of each resident’s indoor environment through better control of indoor air quality. (more…)

News Release
August 25, 2010
For Immediate Release 

Planet Panels’ sustainable, eco-friendly living options are easily accessible and promising

Calgary, Alberta (August 25, 2010) – Affordable green materials have become an increasing demand for home builders, as traditional construction materials decline in favour for more environmentally-friendly offerings. As housing accounts for 17 per cent of secondary energy use and 16 per cent of Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions (according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation), the demand for healthy, energy efficient homes is being met by local suppliers, designers and builders. (more…)