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Solar Manufacturers Spotlight New Products For SPI 2015

Solar Power International (SPI) 2015 is coming to the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif., from Sept. 14 through Sept. 17.

Organized by the Solar Energy Industries Association and the Solar Electric Power Association, SPI brings together solar sector professionals from all across the supply chain. One of the key features, of course, is the show floor, where attendees may browse offerings by hundreds of manufacturers and service providers.

Here are some of the new products that will be showcased at SPI 2015.

 

Mounting Systems Unveils Sigma Steel Ground Mount

Mounting Systems of West Sacramento, Calif., is showing its new Sigma Steel ground-mount system, which is a development of the on-roof Alpha+ system.

The Sigma Steel single-post system is designed for a wide variety of terrain, can be deployed on slopes of up to +/-10° east-west, and provides tilt angles between 5° and -45°.

A Sigma Steel ground mount does not require project-specific holes, cutting or welding because the company’s patented Clickstone technology secures modules and provides bonding. Corrosion protection is provided through the Magnelis coating.

Mounting Systems: Booth 2326

 

Eaton Releases Power Xpert Solar Breaker Recombiner

Pittsburgh-based Eaton is displaying its 1,000 V (DC) Power Xpert solar breaker recombiners that have been tested and certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to meet UL 1741 standards.

Power Xpert solar DC breaker recombiner boxes are designed to simplify the consolidation of incoming power from multiple combiner boxes into one main bus or feed that can be distributed to a solar inverter. The units can be customized with Eaton’s range of PVGard solar circuit breakers.

Power Xpert can be configured for grounded, ungrounded or bi-polar systems. Eaton says the design also supports all inverter systems with current inputs of up to 600 A and outputs of up to 4,000 A. Additionally, outputs can be selected in three configurations: a single lineup output (pull section), output per structure or individualized outputs per breaker input.

Eaton: Booth 2922

 

Exosun Exotrack HZ v2 Tracker Suits Uneven Terrain

France-based Exosun has launched the Exotrack HZ v2, a new version of its single-axis solar tracker.

The Exotrack HZ v2 is designed to be deployed in short rows, which, the company says, enable an array to follow variable topography. The system also features optimized DC wire management. Its centralized control system can manage up to 10 MW.

Its linked-row architecture and grease-free design are intended to reduce maintenance requirements. The new version also allows Exosun to propose “local content” opportunities to meet local manufacturing requirements.

Exosun: Booth 5510

 

Morningstar Shows TriStar Controller With Grid-Tied PV Backup Functionality

Morningstar of Newtown, Pa., has released its TriStar MPPT 600 V controller with a DC transfer switch.

Rated for 60 A, the TriStar controller charges batteries while providing for remote communications, data logging and metering. Equipped with batteries and other components, the controller can be applied to existing grid-tied solar systems to enable backup power in the event of a utility power outage.

The majority of solar electric installations will not work during a grid outage because the system’s AC inverter will cease to operate. The Morningstar solution represents a scalable solution to this problem.

Morningstar: Booth 328

 

HellermannTyton Unveils 25-Year Rated Metal Solar Placards

Milwaukee-based HellermannTyton has released its new Metal Solar Placards line of identification tags for solar installations.

Originally developed for military and naval applications, the tags are made through a special process that seals metallic particles under a clear anodized layer, which results in markings that have been tested and rated to last up to 25 years in outdoor use, even in direct sunlight. Metal Solar Placards are designed to meet the latest National Electrical Code (NEC 2014), with pre-printed warning, caution and variable data messaging that conforms to Article 690, as well as to American National Standards Institute guidelines.

Metal Solar Placards offer a pre-printed marking option that may be more acceptable to local authorities having jurisdiction who may have a preference for placard-style identification. The identification tags are also offered in variable data placards for displaying installation-specific information, such as voltage ratings.

Variable data placards are offered in both hand-writable and engravable options. Hand-writable placards can be filled in with an industrial paint pen. Engravable placards have a dark area that can be engraved using standard engraving equipment. Optional paint shields provide protection against accidental “paint-overs” and graffiti.

HellermannTyton: Booth 5701

 

MiaSolé Launches Second-Generation FLEX-02 CIGS Modules

MiaSolé, a Hanergy company, has launched its FLEX-02 series copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) photovoltaic module.

Representing the second generation of the company’s thin-film line, the FLEX-02 modules are designed for high power density for many types of roof applications. The flexible CIGS panels exceed 16% cell efficiency.

The FLEX-02 series module is available in two formats. The FLEX-02W module, designed for low-slope, commercial, single-ply roofs, is 39 inches by 102 inches and is rated at 360 W. The FLEX-02N module, designed for standing-seam metal roofs, is 14.6 inches by 102 inches and is rated at 120 W. Both module types bond to the roof surface with a peel-and-stick adhesive, eliminating the need for racking.

The FLEX-02 series module is certified to IEC 61646, IEC 61730 and UL 1703 standards.

MiaSolé (Hanergy): Booth 300

 

New Solar-Log 370 Offers Flexible Connections For Residential PV Monitoring

Solar Data Systems of Bethel, Conn., has added the Solar-Log 370 to its line of residential photovoltaic power monitoring systems.

The Solar-Log 370 has three external ports, providing a flexible way to connect to PV equipment on-site. The meter supports direct monitoring for all major inverter brands. It also connects to weather stations and other meters for monitoring home energy consumption.

The local area network connection boosts the frequency of data transfer, giving near real-time visualization of data in the Web portal. An integrated cellular modem provides a backup option for data transfer.

The Solar-Log 370 is fitted with power management functions, such as zero feed-in, feed-in capping and remote disconnect.

Solar Data Systems: Booth 543

 

Fronius Producing Its Primo SnapINverter In The U.S.

Fronius USA, based in Portage, Ind., is manufacturing its Fronius Primo transformerless single-phase inverter for residential applications over 10 kW in the U.S.

With power categories ranging from 10 kW to 15 kW, the Fronius Primo has dual power point trackers, high system voltage, a wide input voltage range, and unrestricted use indoors and outdoors. Other standard features include Wi-Fi and a SunSpec Modbus interface for seamless monitoring and data logging, arc fault circuit interruption, integrated fuse holders, and the Fronius Solar.web online and mobile platform.

The compact design is equipped with the SnapINverter hinge mounting system that is lightweight and allows for secure installation and service. It also works seamlessly with the Fronius Rapid Shutdown Box.

Fronius USA: Booth 3700