Category: Solar Product News

Who is AUO? What is an AC Module? And, What Does This Mean for the Solar Industry?

AUO ACUnison combines its premium PV module with reliable microinverter technology

AUO is a large scale, global high tech manufacturer with revenues bigger than Suntech, First Solar, Sunpower, Trina, Yingli, LDK, and CSI combined. They have a 20% worldwide display market-share providing displays for cell phones, tablets, monitors, and televisions to Apple, HP, Vizio, Dell and others. With over 43,000 worldwide employees and over $16 billion in revenue last year, AUO has used their corporate strength to build a vertically integrated solar business that will reach 500MW of module capacity this year.

SunWize is proud to be the distribution partner for AUO’s innovative new integrated AC module, the AC Unison. This first-of-its-kind product offers unprecedented simplicity for solar installers.

  • Installation Simplicity: Since the module and inverter are pre-assembled (and tested) in the factory, it is truly “plug and play”.
  • Eliminates need for in-field assembly of micro-inverters or extra connectors
  • AC module certified to UL 1741 means no NEC DC disconnect or GEC required
  • Modules and inverters are grounded internally eliminating the need for external grounding.
  • Warranty Simplicity: One 25-year warranty backed by a company with over $16 billion in annual revenue covers both the module and inverter.

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The Latest in OutBack Residential Solar Technology

OutBack

Available next month (September, 2011), the OutBack Radian Series uses Outback’s next generation technology to make design and installation of battery based systems of any size as easy as string inverters. They have heard the cries of PV installers to make it easy to design and install battery based systems for both grid interactive and stand-alone applications and that is what they’ve produced in the Radian Series Inverter/Charger.

On July 28th SunWize held a public webinar to give insight and training on this innovative product. Phil Undercuffler OutBack’s Director of Product Management and Strategy provided installation and application information on the new inverter/charger. The slideshow and Q&A can be viewed on the webinar page on the SunWize site.

Samsung Solar Modules Are Here

Samsung Solar Modules

Many consumers are familiar with the Samsung brand name. After all, Samsung has become the world leader in semiconductors, flat panel TVs, smart phones and are currently one of the world’s top suppliers of home appliances. Their phenomenal growth as one of the world’s leading brands in electronics has been driven by their reputation for quality, reliability and technological innovation. Recently, they entered the US solar market by introducing the LPC line of solar modules utilizing their proprietary cell technology. As their exclusive distributor in North America, SunWize is offering special pricing for the 244 watt solar module. This module is getting rave reviews from installers in the field for its good looks, high-efficiency and the highest power density in its class. The Samsung brand and the special pricing can give your solar business a competitive edge…

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SunWize Useful Resource Links for Solar Installers

SunWize Customer Service receives many dealer and installer inquiries about where to quickly look up solar industry information. Here are a few of my favorite solar resources for our dealers:

1. The SunWize Solar Calculator: Use the SunWize Solar Calculator for an estimate of the benefits associated with a solar electric or photovoltaic system.
2. How to locate training: Find information about training offered by SunWize and other institutions.
3.Tech Tips for installers: Our engineers provide information regarding the latest product and installation issues.
4. SunWize Installer’s Toolbox: Filled with links to resources such as insolation maps, worksheets, state incentives, and PTC module ratings.
5. Products: Find specification sheets for modules, inverters and more.

Buying American-made Solar Equipment

American-made SOLON 235 watt Black on Black solar module

Many SunWize customers come to us wanting to support products that are made in America, especially during this holiday season.

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