Greenskies to build solar array on Whelen Engineering Co.’s roof

MIDDLETOWN >> Greenskies Renewable Energy has signed an agreement to build a 339 kilowatt (DC) solar array on the roof of The Whelen Engineering Co. Inc.’s main facility in Chester, according to a press release.

The array, which will consist of 1,062 solar photovoltaic panels, will produce 398 megawatt hours (MWh) of electricity annually. It is expected to be completed and operational by October.

Greenskies has already begun the design phase of the project. The construction phase is expected to begin this spring.

Under terms of the solar installation agreement between the two companies, Greenskies – one of the nation’s leading solar energy providers in the commercial, industrial and municipal segments of the industry – will design, engineer and construct the array on the roof of the 185,000-square-foot main building on Whelen’s Chester campus and then sell the completed array to the engineering firm.

Whelen Engineering designs and manufactures audio and visual warning equipment for the automotive, aviation, and mass notification industries worldwide. Founded in 1952, Whelen has become a leading provider of sirens, warning lights, white illumination lighting, and controllers. With facilities in Chester and Charlestown, N.H., Whelen products are designed, manufactured, and assembled in the United States.

“We are very excited to be working with Whelen Engineering to help them take a big step towards their energy and sustainability goals,” said Bryan Fitzgerald, a business development associate at Greenskies, in the release.

Greenskies designs, builds and maintains solar photovoltaic systems for commercial and industrial clients, municipalities and government agencies, educational institutions and utilities throughout the United States.

For more information about Greenskies Renewable Energy please go to www.greenskies. com.

Chamberlain named software practice manager at CMS

WESTBROOK >> Computer Management Services (CMS) today announced the addition of a new staff member to the organization’s headquarters in Westbrook, according to a press release. Marianne Chamberlain has assume the role as Practice Manager for Computer Management Services, LLC., with responsibility for overseeing and managing the Sage software practice.

“The new position will allow us to refine current services, create new initiatives and continue to be a leading provider of business software solutions in the New England area. We are extremely fortunate to add Marianne to our team,” said Harvey Payton, Executive Vice President at Computer Management Services (CMS), in the release. “She comes to us with knowledge, skill, experience and energy to enhance our company’s goals and mission.”

Marianne has a strong background in accounting, business management, and technology. Marianne has earned a Bachelor of Science and MBA in Accounting from CCSU and is a CPA and CMA. She also has extensive experience with Sage 100, Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate and QuickBooks. She is pursuing certification with Sage Software.

Computer Management has specialized in serving wholesale distributors, manufacturers, marine and service organizations throughout the northeast for over 30 years. CMS, with over 70 years of practical experience, has provided solid solutions while extending exceptional service to their diverse client base. For more information visit www.cmsct. com or at 1.800.533.0595.

LVVS to host Scrabble benefit on Feb. 23

MADISON >> “An Evening of Words with Friends — Minus the Electronics” hosted by Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore, will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, at the First Congregational Church of Madison Meetinghouse, 27 Meetinghouse Lane, Madison.

Players can enjoy the most unique format you have ever seen and some fun, refreshments and prizes.

A donation of $25 per player is requested. Call Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore at 860399-0280 or go to vsliteracy. org for information.