Applied Energy Technologies (AET) Opens 43,100 Square Feet Manufacturing and Warehousing Space, Tripling U.S. Production Capacity

MAUMEE, Ohio, May 5, 2011/PRNewswire/ -- Applied Energy Technologies (AET), a leading global provider of solar mounting solutions, opened a new 43,100 square feet secured manufacturing/warehousing space in Maumee, tripling their U.S. production capacity. The company invested heavily in their new location, implementing a high end ERP system, an advanced security system, and an ergonomic work environment.

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"We chose Ohio to be close to our Technical Center in Maumee," said Aaron Faust, Vice President of Business Development, AET. "Ohio offers a strong business climate for renewable energy companies."

This state of the art location offers a clean, well-lighted production facility with 41,600 square feet of manufacturing/warehousing space, 1,500 square feet of office space, two dock doors, and 1-12 x 14 grade-level door. Located off of I-475/US-23 and Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90), the facility supports three shifts of manufacturing (bending, cutting, drilling, riveting, basic fabrication, assembly, kitting, and shipping) and is expected to employ more than 45 people when operating at full capacity.

About AET

Applied Energy Technologies (AET) is a leading global provider of solar mounting solutions. AET designs, engineers, and manufactures solar mounting solutions for any type of solar installation. Every product is meticulously engineered with a focus on developing low-cost, high quality products that minimize assembly time.

For more information visit www.AETenergy.com or call 586-466-5073.

SOURCE APPLIED ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES (AET)