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Visualization and yield calculation of PV systems
Valentin Software has adapted their PV*SOL and PV*SOL premium software programs to relect the latest developments in the market.
he result is that the detailed design, visualization, yield calculation of photovoltaic systems has become even more relevant. In both

variants, PV*SOL is now equipped with its own new mathematical model for lithium-ion batteries, which enables the precise simulation
of storage systems with lithium-iron-phosphate and lithium-nickel-oxide batteries.
Important properties, such as the behavior of 70% power-clipping, inverter oversizing, or the interaction of PV systems with storage
can be calculated exactly with PV*SOL, because the simulation can now be performed with minute values.

In all variants, PV*SOL has a well-maintained database of more than 14,500 solar modules, approximately 3,500 inverters, as well as
500 batteries and battery systems, which is automatically updated and expanded. Both PV*SOL and PV*SOL premium are available in
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Polish.

Valentin Software | www.valentin-software.com/en

AC serial switching Vertical mounting Modular footing and
system
solution
anchoring system
Fast.
KACO new energy's Ultraverter Renusol has extended its MetaSole DCE Solar’s new Modu-Rack I (Ininity)
13.5 modules per combines the advantages of module- mounting solution to include the new
racking system’s key design feature is a
installer-hour, and string-level inverters in a new
MS+ Portrait, which is capable of ixing modular footing and anchoring system

DNV validated
AC series system architecture. photovoltaic modules to roofs in portrait that allows installation teams to adapt to
Ultraverter's "AC Optimizer" orientation. he innovation eliminates nearly any terrain challenge or property
concept was awarded the highly continuous mounting rails. Sealing strips condition. Characteristics like slope,
Simple.
coveted Innovation Prize at the are pre-assembled onto the MS+ Portrait’s mixed soil composition, and adjustability

3 main components
“30th Photovoltaics Solar Energy mounting base, eliminating the need for no longer create hurdles for properties
Symposium” in Bad Stafelstein, installers to individually ix the strips to considered less-than-ideal for solar
Germany, for being one of the rare the roof. Screws can be drilled through the installation. he Modu-Rack I is designed
Supported.
and disruptive innovations in solar rail at any point, making the rail compatible as a continuous table – connecting

Experienced team
electronics.
with diferent distances between the arrays as part of a continuous system
of solar professionals
Highlights of the KACO new corrugations found in metal roofs. he
to accommodate various stringing
energy Ultraverter product include: MS+ Portrait’s mounting base, which is 39 needs, thus expanding the coniguration
aerospace-grade reliability with class mm in height, guarantees excellent rear possibilities for any given site.

III manufacturing tolerances, module- ventilation of the solar modules.
he Modu-Rack I can incorporate
level eiciency for maximum energy he MS+ Portrait allows PV panels to be helical screws or I-beam foundations
yield: shade, soil, and fault tolerant,
securely installed on roofs with inclinations depending upon the soil requirements.
1 inverter model, compatible with ranging from as low as 3° to as steep as
As well, it allows for lexible string

global grid voltages and frequencies 70°. At 3.0 kg per kWp, the system is arrangements, ofers integrated wire
50/60 Hz (120 - 208 -230 – 240),
lightweight, making it suitable for roofs on support, and a robust structural
and is forward compliant (NEC 2014 commercial buildings with low load-bearing capacity. Modu-Rack I, with fewer

2017). With a focus on lower labor capacities. he mounting material needed parts, allows for various pre-assembly
cost, there is no separate trunk cable for 1 kWp its into a shoe box, saving both options for installation professionals.
required, it uses the same PV system logistics and transportation costs.
he bottom mounting isolates loads
wiring practices as string inverters
he MS+ Portrait has a well- and vibration efectively providing safe,

– PV cable only with standard thought-through yet simple design
fast installation and adjustment since
Amphenol H4 connectors, and has an and is compatible with other Renusol workers don’t have to climb over on lean
easy system design with three parts components. It can be used with the new on modules to install or maintain panels.
for 1kW though 9kW. he Ultraverter RS1 universal clamp, which combines the DCE Solar | www.dcesolar.com

is available as stand-alone unit or “AC middle and end clamp into a single clamp,
Module embedded”.
making planning, ordering materials, and
KACO | www.kaco-newenergy.com
mounting even easier for installers.
Renusol | www.renusol.com/en

Cable cutter

IDEAL’s Big Kahuna Power Blade features a 3.5" (8.9 cm) jaw opening designed to quickly cut
large-diameter, high-voltage copper and aluminum electrical cables up to 1250 MCM. he Big
Kahuna Power Blade attaches onto any 12 volt or higher drill for easy cutting. Its contoured blade

design minimizes cable distortion, while the adjustable torque arm holds the drill in place. With
Simply Supported.
just three major parts moving during the cutting process, wear and maintenance requirements
are greatly reduced.

IDEAL Industries | www.idealind.com
740-249-1877
www.ecolibriumsolar.com

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