An electric awning is like a retractable shade. Whenever the sun is beaming on you just press the button and the awning will extend out to your liking. You can get them from many rv stores.
Stores such as; Ebay, SunSetter, Care Free of Colorado, and Somfy Systems all carry an Electric Awning Canopy Remote Control Kit. The price range for one of these items is about $30 to $65.
Yes, awning canopies can help cut electric bills some. Awning can help lower the temperature in a home up to 75% which would result in less need for air conditioning.
It is easy to find an electric awning. There is a big seller in the area. Use your local phone book. Go online http://americanawning.biz/SunSetterAwening. They will probably have what you want.
The symbol is GE. GE stands for General Electric. General Electric is one of the largest grossing companies. The headquarters is in Fairfield, New York.
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As of July 2014, the market cap for General Electric Company (GE) is $260,120,224,100.00.
Electric awnings are easier since they close electrically as compared to plastic awnings, that you have to install yourself. Thus making it easier in an emergency to get the windows closed for safety. I found some info on my-backyard-projects.com.
Space for one attached single awning or one toilet tent is included in the pitch price.
GE stands for General Electric, a manufacturer who makes several different appliances, both large to small.
Contact GE and ask. I assume GE stands for General Electric?
You can buy electric awning arms at JC Whitney for $822.99 or at shoprvparts.com or $812. You should also be able to find them at a local RV dealer near you.