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Position Sensors
POSITAL-FRABA
POSITAL is an international supplier of position sensors with applications in the solar energy industry. The compa- ny’s rugged and reliable TILTIX inclinometers and IXARC rotary encoders are a solution for monitoring and control- ling the position of solar power systems, including photovoltaic arrays and concentrated solar power (CSP) systems based on parabolic trough collectors or tower/heliostat arrangements. POSITAL position sensors are designed for harsh conditions and are available with environmental protection up to IP69K. Communications interface options include analog, SSI, CANopen, Modbus, and Industrial Ethernet. With a wide variety of mechanical con gurations and interface options available, POSITAL sensors are a good t for projects of any size or budget. www.posital.com
Smappee
The Smappee Plus smart solar energy monitor measures real-time energy consumption and produc- tion down to the individual consumption of appli- ances. Through its unique Energy Traf c Controller function, it can direct surplus power to more inten- sive appliances in the user’s order of preference. The product can be easily tted into any home, with or without solar, and through remote monitoring turns any house into a smart home, bringing energy costs savings of up to 30%. Smappee Plus is the rst energy monitor to adopt the virtual currency SolarCoin, enabling homes to become decentralized energy hubs that can produce, sell, and buy renew- able energy among themselves. www.smappee.com/us
Solar Data Systems, Inc.
The Solar-Log 370 is a powerful residential revenue grade metering solution with inverter direct monitoring. Multiple connection options provide a exible way to connect to PV equip- ment on-site including consumption meters and weather sensors. It supports power management functions like zero grid feed-in, feed-in capping, or remote disconnect. The Solar-Log 370 has integrated cellular communication and includes a 5-year cellular data plan, a 5-year Solar-Log WEB Enerest subscription, and a 5-year warranty. www.solar-log-america.com
Trimark Associates, Inc.
Trimark develops, installs, and maintains turnkey solutions for utility-scale power sites. These systems measure, control and manage power production, energy storage, and utility interconnections. Trimark’s integrated products: T1-S SCADA, revenue meters, data gateways, MET stations, CAISO NRI and NERC CIP consulting, battery energy storage, and microgrid management systems, optimize site performance result- ing in increased revenue. T1-S SCADA’s unique, advanced control and monitoring functions guarantee power characteristics at POI and regulate power production with Trimark’s automated ISO directives. T1-S Vantage HMI provides real-time monitoring and control of devices at multiple sites. www.trimarkassoc.com
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