Germany's Keidel Software Establishes Chicago Base for Its Environmentally-Friendly
Roof Drainage Solution
Released
on: April 8, 2009, 12:55 am
Author: Maggie Curran/Keidel
Software
Industry: Industrial
Leading
developer of individualized solutions for siphonic roof drainage
chooses Chicago representative as first US presence in the all
important manufacturing belt
Chicago,
Ill., April 09, 2009 - After many successful years developing
and distributing individual software solutions to plumbing manufacturers
around the world, German-based Keidel Software announces a new
US agent, Johannes Lenzhofer, Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Lenzhofer
has a wide network of contacts, as well as years of experience
representing German companies in the US.
“As
a center of the manufacturing belt, Chicago is a strategic city
for us” explains Rolf H. Keidel, founder of the company.
“The
DrainStar® Siphonic Calculator helps American roof drain
and pipe manufacturers precisely calculate a planned drainage
network using their own product information and relevant data.
However, it also adds value to the manufacturer’s products
by providing the data and drawings for construction of the drainage
network that their customers can use. The manufacturer becomes
a system provider that offers solutions– not just a seller
of drains and pipes. This adds great value to the manufacturer’s
products and brand.”
The
precision of the DrainStar Siphonic Calculator software also results
in cost savings of about 30% on average because the exact drainage
performance of the roof runoffs is calculated. The manufacturer
easily enters any product information with other key figures about
the planned drainage network, and the network plan appears on
the computer screen, including all the needed components. The
manufacturer decides whether to create bills of material with
or without prices, while the data can be converted into estimates
or tender offers instantly. The network drawing can easily be
transferred to CAD. All country-specific variables can also be
used.
“US
companies who want to take advantage of government and other incentives
for ‘green’ building projects will recognize the opportunities
presented by calculating siphonic drainage networks,” adds
Mr. Lenzhofer. “By using a siphonic design, LEED™
points are awarded, signifying energy efficient and environmentally
friendly construction practices. These points can translate into
increased profitability.”
The
LEED™ green building rating system encourages design and
construction practices that increase profitability while reducing
negative environmental impact on buildings. The environmental
benefits of siphonic roof drainage are clear. Properly calculated
siphonic drainage networks can result in reduced site disturbance
and preparation, as well as a reduction in the use of construction
materials. Pipe diameters are much smaller, the number of roof
runoffs and downpipes is greatly reduced, and fewer ground lines
need to be laid. These and other desired results are eligible
for valuable LEED credits, and offer significant cost cutting
for builders.
About Keidel Software
Keidel
Software was founded in 1993 to develop and provide software solutions
for the building industry around the world. Keidel Software is
the market leader in Germany and has customers throughout Europe,
Asia and the United States.
Contact Information Keidel US
For more information visit our website http://www.keidel-software.com/us/index.php
Johannes Lenzhofer
Keidel US Representative Office
401 North Michigan Avenue, Suite # 3330
Chicago, IL 60611-421
Tel: (312) 377 6124
Fax: (312) 644 0738
drainstar@keidel-software.com
Contact Information Keidel Germany
Keidel GmbH
In der Laake 17
34399 Oberweser
Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 55 72 921030
Fax: +49 (0) 55 72 921032
Keidel@Keidel-software.com
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