Product Update May 24, 2013

Longmont-based Oskar Blues Brewery launched a mixed 12-pack that includes four Dale’s Pale Ales, four Mama’s Little Yella Pils and four Old Chub Scotch Ales.

Louisville-based Real Goods Solar Inc. (Nasdaq: RSOL) launched its PowerOn series, a selection of house-ready solar kits to convert from conventional to solar power. PowerOn packages contain equipment, full-system warranties, professional site inspection, complete installation by a licensed professional, public utility review and interconnection. The five available options range from 1.5-kilowatt to 9-kilowatt rooftop installations. PowerOn is designed for homes with standard roofing types and sufficient east, south and/or west-facing roof space. Packages start at a little less than $6,000.

Niwot-based Boulder Brands Inc. ((Nasdaq: BDBD) switched from round tubs to square packaging of its Smart Balance and Earth Balance spreads. The switch will save dairy case and warehouse space. The round tub was 4.5 inches in diameter and the square package is 4-inches wide. Grocers can fit 60 units on the shelf in the space that previously held 40.

Longmont-based Acertara Acoustic Laboratories LLC launched Aureon, a system that tests ultrasound equipment. The device, which will sell for $60,000, can detect flaws or early failures in ultrasound probe equipment regardless of the manufacturer, according to the company. The target market for the device includes hospitals, ultrasound research laboratories, regulatory agency laboratories and original-equipment manufacturers.

Boulder-based Soft Style Inc., a manufacturer of natural breastfeeding accessories under the trade name Bamboobies, partnered with the nonprofit BeadforLife to create Bell-ease Belly & Baby Butter. The product is made from 100 percent certified organic Ugandan shea nut oil sourced by BeadforLife, and was designed to solve the needs of mothers pre- and post-baby. The butter, which contains antioxidants and vitamins A, E and F, soothes tight, itchy, pregnant bellies before a baby is born, and aids with baby’s post-delivery dry-skin issues including cradle cap and diaper rash.