REC Group as joined likeminded manufacturers such as Canadian Solar in introducing ground-breaking new technologies that enhance the efficiency of solar modules during both peak sun hours and in low light conditions. The TwinPeak 2S 72 cell series won the Inter Solar Award in 2015 due their new ‘twin’ design. The European based company’s panels are fairly new to the [...]
SolarWorld, one of the solar industries most recognizable brands, created waves when SolarWorld AG and its German subsidiaries announced their insolvency on May 10 th. The company largely attributes their dramatic decrease in profits to the continued “Ongoing Price Erosion” caused in their view by Chinese solar panel manufacturers. In the past, the company has been very vocal regarding regulatory policies [...]
There is a common misconception that solar is only useful in sunny areas such as California. However, with advances in solar technology those in less sunny areas such as the Northern United States can benefit from arrays with as much efficiency as an installation in California. Solar cell technology has taken large leaps forward and many manufacturers are designing their [...]
There are a number of different roof types, and with each roof type, there is a different racking application that will help maximize your energy potential. Identifying your roof type begins by first working with the materials used on your roof. Composition shingle roofs will require different attachment points than tile or metal roofs. Composition roofs will typically use flashings, [...]
With electric cars being produced with greater reliability and aesthetics, the demand is steadily increasing. However more electricity production for charging also means higher energy bills. Schneider’s EVlink Electric Car Charging Stations has set the bar high for what a smart charging station looks like. The EVlink stations give drivers the flexibility of charging their car system at home, work [...]
Although solar systems require common household tools such as a screw driver, hammer rails and so on, there are specialized tools designed specifically for solar installations. Some tools are designed for simple applications such as disconnecting solar connections, while others are more complex such as wire crimping die sets. For those who are working in a do it yourself environment, [...]
SMA is well known in the solar industry for their Sunny Boy string inverter series, which is both reliable and highly efficient. One of their lesser known products is the Sunny Boy microinverter, which is approved for 60 cell modules, and is rated at 250 watts. It is currently unknown whether SMA will be launching more microinverters to [...]
Commercial power plants are beneficial for both individual companies and entire communities. Large scale commercial solar installations can be used to power large commercial buildings or provide renewable energy resources for many households under community solar programs. The Community Solar program in California, for example, has the capacity to power a great number of homes, at a lower cost than [...]
The summer season means warm weather and plenty of sunny days across the United States. It is also the best time of year to install a solar array on your residential or commercial property. With the huge leaps in technology and subsequent decrease in overall production costs, there are many deals to take advantage of this summer season.Solar PanelsIn [...]
GNB Industrial Power is a world leader in valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) battery power for solar and renewable energy applications. With proven field experience since 1983 the Absolyte GP batteries are ideal for applications such as village electrification, telecommunications, residential power, railroad signals and navigational aids. In addition, the batteries offer extended partial state of charge operation, deep discharge [...]