Victoria BC, Canada. 22 October, 2010 --/ Toronto Pearson International Airport has purchased 16 units of the Solar Series JSF LED Beacons to be used as 24/7 warning devices in conjunction with stop signs located throughout the airfield. Manufactured by JSF Technologies, the solar powered LED signals will reduce electrical and maintenance costs while providing increased safety for moving vehicles and ground support equipment. Working with Aviation Renewables, a consultancy based organization that provides 
renewable power and lighting solutions, Toronto Pearson International Airport requested help in finding a solar powered LED warning signal solution that could operate independent of the electrical grid while meeting the required safety specifications through both winter and summer conditions. Previously JSF and Aviation Renewables delivered two of the Solar Series FL-1412 flashing beacons with custom mounts to attach the beacons to the existing airfield stop signs for winter testing and analysis. After a very successful trial throughout the winter season which resulted in positive comments from airside operators and maintenance staff, Toronto Pearson International Airport requested further analysis of possible solar conditions in the event of a “worst case” winter season. Careful analysis of solar data, battery and beacon performance lead Toronto Pearson International Airport to decide on the Solar Series FL-1412 Northern Model which provides a 12” LED signal, larger solar panels, and additional battery capacity. The Northern Model has over 120 days autonomy meaning that is can operate 24/7 for four months without any sunshine. By using the Solar Series FL-1412 beacons, Toronto Pearson International Airport will be able to illuminate all stop signs day and night independent of runway and taxiway lighting operations. By allowing for runway and taxiway lights to be turned off when not in use, Toronto Pearson International Airport will save significant energy, maintenance and operating costs throughout the entire year. In addition, the use of a renewable energy source allows Toronto Pearson International Airport to further meet its renewable energy, environmental and cost savings goals.
The Solar Series JSF LED Beacons are designed to operate as a maintenance free solution using sloped solar panels and protective housing to respond to and combat the most demanding environmental conditions. Already installed and operating in some of the most challenging solar and winter locations across Canada and internationally, customers include: Victoria and Vancouver International Airport, Ft. McMurray, St. John’s, US ARMY Afghanistan and Southampton International Airport, England. For more information on JSF Technologies and Aviation Renewables, please visit http://jsftech.com/ and http://aviationrenewables.com
About ARC - Aviation Renewables Corp.
Aviation Renewables works with and represents manufacturers that produce green-tech and energy savings solutions for the aviation industry while acting as a centre of excellence for airports, industry stakeholders, customers and a global distribution network. Aviation Renewables combines unique technologies from leading manufacturers to create customized solutions for the benefit of the industry, environment and its global customers. For more information on renewable aviation solutions and energy efficient airfield lighting, please visit www.aviationrenewables.com
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