Solax presents innovative energy storage for commercial applications
Solax recently demonstrated its new industrial energy storage solution in Linz. The event, which attracted approximately 50 installation professionals, focused on performance optimization, safety features, and weather resistance.
High-performance storage technology for commercial use
In mid-January, Austrian wholesaler Etech and Solax Power presented the "Trene C&I energy storage system," designed for commercial customers. The system is particularly suitable for reducing peak loads and optimizing energy costs. With an impressive storage capacity of 215 kWh and a charging and discharging capacity of 100 kW, the system offers significant reserves for industrial applications.
Inside the battery cabinet are fan-cooled racks equipped with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. A particular advantage lies in the system's scalability – multiple units can be combined to achieve capacities in the megawatt-hour range.
Practical demonstration in front of a specialist audience
The installers in attendance received a comprehensive introduction to the installation and commissioning of the large-scale storage system. Solax experts explained the setup and connection of the 2.8-ton cabinet system. A highlight of the presentation was the demonstration of the monitoring system, which enables the monitoring of each individual battery cell and provides status reports in real time. The power electronics and security systems can also be continuously monitored.
Intelligent energy management for optimal economic efficiency
The energy management system developed by Solax plans autonomously based on local electricity tariffs and enables comprehensive control of solar systems, storage systems, charging infrastructure, and generators at the plant level. Compatibility with virtual power plants and support for modern communication protocols such as 2030.5 and OpenADR underscore the solution's future viability. Using Solax's cloud-based platform, operators can define individual operating strategies and effectively manage peak loads.
Safety and resilience are key aspects
The live demonstration in Linz placed particular emphasis on the safety features of the large-scale storage system. The system offers comprehensive protection against overvoltage, overload, and overheating. Fire-resistant materials are also used, and a four-stage fire protection system ensures maximum safety during operation.
The winter conditions during the demonstration demonstrated the system's weather resistance. With protection classes of IP66 for the inverter and IP55 for the housing, the manufacturer states that the system is designed for reliable operation even under demanding environmental conditions.