Ottawa Citizen

Krumpers Solar Blinds named Innovation of the Year

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Windows are the weakest link in any dwelling. Even Energy Star certified windows allow over 40 per cent heat loss in the winter and over 70 per cent heat gain in the summer to occur. However, the window blind industry has had very little innovation or evolution for many decades

Krumpers Solar Blinds’ approach is based on the consumer, whose issues are: heat in the summer, cold in the winter, a desire for a clear view and year-round UV protection. Krumpers developed a two-sided solar window blind matrix that the user turns twice a year, depending on the season. In summer, the blinds reflect over 70 per cent of heat from coming into the home, while providing 92 per cent UV protection and a clear unobstruct­ed view. In winter, the blinds are turned to the winter position and once again provide a clear view, while acting as a passive solar collector – thus generating heat, while at the same time allowing for an R10 insulating value and UV protection.

As proof of the cutting-edge technology that is part of the product, Krumpers Solar Blinds was recently named the Innovation of the Year winner at the Air Miles for Business Small Business Achievemen­t Awards. These awards celebrate the entreprene­urial spirit in Canada and recognize some of the country’s rising stars across the full spectrum of industries, who have demonstrat­ed their industry leadership and determinat­ion to succeed.

A Canadian manufactur­er and retailer that has been garnering accolades from both customers and industry alike, in the past eight years, Krumpers Solar Blinds has been honoured with eight awards, including the prestigiou­s Scotiabank EcoLiving Business Leadership Award.

A Canadian manufactur­er and retailer that has been garnering accolades from both customers and industry alike, in the past eight years, Krumpers Solar Blinds has been honoured with eight awards, including the prestigiou­s Scotiabank EcoLiving Business Leadership Award.

With the arrival of spring and the meteorolog­ist calling for a very hot summer – as well as the never ending cycle of hydro price increases – now is the time to take control over the comfort of your home.

Krumpers Solar Blinds are made in Canada for the Canadian climate, and are priced at $38 per square foot. Finally, the window treatment industry has a product to meet the criteria of discerning consumers seeking comfort, elegance and efficiency.

To celebrate Canada’s 150th in comfort and style, Krumpers is offering a 10 per cent discount and free installati­on to Ottawa Citizen readers on orders placed by August 4, 2017.

For more informatio­n, please visit www.krumpers.ca or call 613-864-4921.

 ??  ?? In summer, the unique two-sided design of Krumpers Solar Blinds reflect over 70 per cent of heat from coming into the home, while providing a clear unobstruct­ed view.
In summer, the unique two-sided design of Krumpers Solar Blinds reflect over 70 per cent of heat from coming into the home, while providing a clear unobstruct­ed view.
 ?? COUVRETTE/OTTAWA ?? Krumpers Solar Blinds’ founder Diana Livshits poses with an energy-saving blind.
COUVRETTE/OTTAWA Krumpers Solar Blinds’ founder Diana Livshits poses with an energy-saving blind.

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