Interview

MANAGER - TECHNICAL SALES SUPPORT GINLONG(SOLIS)

MR. VIVEKANAND JHA

Q. Could you explain us about your business development? Also, you elaborate the steps taken towards the expansion.
As you know, Solis is committed to being the leading manufacturer of Solar and Energy Storage Solutions and are proud to have achieved the distinction of being ranked the world’s 3rd largest inverter manufacturer for the second consecutive year. Solis Brand is globally well knowing brand and its presence is everywhere like in European and
US market the Solis Hybrid models are most selling product, while in India and MENA region the grid tied inverters are most selling product. If we talk about manufacturing facility, our production capacity is 40GW currently. After July, the second phase of the expansion project will be put into operation, as well as the commissioning of the Vietnam plant, which will gradually release the production capacity, and by the end of this year, we plan to reach a production capacity of 80GW.
We are expertise in design of String Inverters; hence we started our business in Residential and C&I segment, afterward we started the design of Utility segment. We have supplied the Utility Model approx. 600MW in India. And we talk about the cumulative capacity of Solis Inverters in India market that is >3GW including residential, C&I and Utility as well. We have fully automatic manufacturing facility which is very helpful in Business expansion and BD team as well.
Our Sales team are very aggressive to pitch our product and they are always available to support the customers round the clock. In our manufacturing facility, we have over 4500 employees worldwide including 800+ R&D and technicians, those are expert in all manners, and developing the software/firmware as per National
Grid requirement. Our utility model is complying CEA 2019 guidelines and also been verified by TUV Rheinland. That is ensuring that Solis utility inverter is capable to feed Reactive & Active current during LVRT/ZVRT.
 
Q. What are the key features of Energy Storage Hybrid Inverter S6-EH1P (3-6)K-L-EU?
In 2023, we have launched 5 Series Off grid S5- EO1P(4-5)K-48 and 6 Series Hybrid Inverters S6- EH1P(3-6)K-L-EU for Indian Market. S6-EH1P(3-6)K-L-EU series energy storage inverter is designed for residential PV energy storage system. Maximum 5kW backup power supports more critical loads. Backup switching time is less than 10ms, seamless power switching. Support 125A/6kW Charge and discharge capacity, provide higher energy throughput density. A variety of intelligent protection functions make home power supply safe and secure.
This model has following features.
i. Integrated 2 MPPTs, suitable for residential rooftop installations with multiple array orientations.
ii. Supports 1.6 DC:AC ratio to connect more PV capacity to the energy storage system.
iii. Safety protection with integrated AFCI function, which actively detects arc faults in the PV Array
iv. High PV charge efficiency to prevent excess PV loss.
v. Multiple working modes to meet different use case scenarios.
vi. Up to 16A of MPPT current input to support 182mm solar panels
vii. Up to 125A/6kW max charge/discharge rating with industry highest level 6kW of backup loads support capability
viii. Compatible with multiple brands of battery models giving customers multiple battery options.
ix. Natural convection design without external fans
x. Supports pure off grid applications with generator communication support.
xi. Controllable and Upgradeable via the SolisCloud App to avoid site visits.
xii. UPS level switching time (<10ms) supporting critical loads all the time.
For technical datasheet or detailed parameters, you can visit our website as the link mentioned below. http://www.solisinverters.com/energy_storage_ inverters8/s6_eh1p_3-6k_l_in.html All required IEC certification has been done and it is uploaded on our website too. You can download the Datasheet, User manual and IEC certificates from our website.
 
Q. Are Solis offering Offgrid Inverters? If yes, then what are the key features of Offgrid inverters?
Yes, We are manufacturing Offgrid string inverters with the nomenclature S5-EO1P(4-5)K-48, and it is available for supply in Indian market. S5-EO1P(4-5)K-48 series off-grid inverter is designed for areas without power grids or areas with frequent power outages. It supports parallel operation up to 10 units, system up to 50kW. Exquisite appearance and compact structure make installation more convenient. Integrate multiple protections and fault monitoring to ensure the safety of batteries and equipment. The salient features of these models are mentioned below.
i. Integrated LCD display
ii. Built-in Bluetooth connection
iii. Parallel operation up to 10 units (50kW)
iv. Maximum PV input voltage up to 500Vdc
v. Functional with or without a battery
vi. 80 Amp AC Charger and 100 Amp Solar
charging operation
vii. One click fast charging mode.
viii. Remote control & firmware upgrade
ix. Intelligent EMS (Energy management System) function
x. Built-in MPPT charge controller
xi. Support 3 phase unbalanced parallel operation.
xii. Configurable Ac/Solar input priority based on Applications.
xiii. Manual wakeup the over discharged battery to extend battery lifespan.
xiv. Battery equalization for increased battery performance and lifespan
xv. Compatible with all top tier brand of lithium batteries and lead Acid batteries.
These models are IEC certified by TUV lab. For technical datasheet or detailed parameters, you can visit our website as the link mentioned below. http://www.solisinverters.com/energy_storage_ inverters7/s5_eo1p_4-5k_48_in.html
 
Q. What are the key features of Three phase inverter Solis-3P(5-20)K-4G-LV?
Solis-3P(5-20)K-4G three-phase series string inverter are reliable preferred equipment for residential, small industrial and commercial pv stations. Smaller size, higher efficiency, a variety of power models Available for selection. Adopt two MPPT access, more flexible and efficient.
i. DC/AC ratio can be maintained 1.3 times.
ii. Max. efficiency 98.7%
iii. Wide voltage range and low startup voltage
iv. Dual MPPT design with precise MPPT algorithm and monitoring.
v. THDi <1.5%, low harmonic distortion against grid
vi. Integrated AFCI protection, proactively reduces fire risk.
vii. Multiple protections levels
viii. Integrated Export Power Manager (EPM)
ix. Ingress Protection is IP65, which is suitable for outdoor installation.
x. LCD 2x20z display is available along with keypads for local monitoring.
xi. Third party monitoring and control can be done via RS485 Modbus protocol.
xii. Daytime reactive power compensation feature is available.
xiii. These models support IT grid (3Phase -3wire) connection, neutral wire can be ignored to optimise the project cost.
xiv. Natural Cooling convection is implemented to maintain the maximum output power.
xv. Maximum output power is 110% with respect to DC overloading and temperature coefficient.
xvi. For DC isolation, DC switch is integrated.
For technical datasheet or detailed parameters, you can visit our website as the link mentioned below. http://www.solis inverters.com/4g_3p_ inverter2/11102.html
 
Q. Which products do you have for utility segment? What are the key features of the product?
At present, we have Solis-255K-EHV-5G Plus model for utility segment. It has 12 MPPTs and each MPPT current rating is 30A. Its maximum input voltage is 1500Vdc and output voltage is 800Vac. It is complying CEA 2019 guidelines with latest CERC amendments.
In India, This model has been sold more than 600MW and further cumulative order of 500MW will be delivered in Q1, 2024. The key feature of this model is mentioned below.
i. Multi MPPT with wide range of MPPT voltage.
ii. DC/AC ratio supports 1.5 times.
iii. String Monitoring
iv. IV curve scanning feature without any additional hardware and software.
v. Night SVG feature
vi. Integrated AFCI feature
vii. Power Line Communication
viii. It supports 1.1KV voltage grade cable for AC connection.
ix. Anti-PID and PID repairing feature.
x. Using Raw components of Tier 1 brand
xi. LCD display with keypads is integrated for local monitoring.
xii. Fusefree design (to reduce the O&M cost)
xiii. It is compatible with 210mm cells.
xiv. Ingress protection is IP66 (compatible for outdoor installation).
Our upcoming model for Utility segment is S6- GU350K-EHV. Its rated output is 300kW @50°C, 325kW @40°C and max output 350kW @30°C. Its input voltage will be 1500Vdc and out voltage will be 800Vac. Its design footprint is similar to Solis- 255K-EHV-5G Plus. It will be available for supply in Indian market by Q1, 2024.
 
Q. What are the company’s hopes in 2023?
In 2023, our company has set forth several key objectives. First and foremost, we are determined to strengthen our production capacity in order to enhance our product delivery capabilities. This will enable us to meet customer demands more efficiently. Moreover, as we reaffirm our commitment to achieving zero-carbon goals and witness the growing demand for solar installations, we are fully dedicated to continuously introducing innovative and iterative products that cater to market needs.
One notable example is the S6-GU350K-EHV, a three-phase string inverter designed for PV systems with increased individual capacity. Operating at 1500V DC input and 800V AC output, this inverter achieves an impressive maximum efficiency of 99% and incorporates 12/16 MPPTs. As a result, it effectively boosts power generation and reduces investment costs for large-scale solar power plants, presenting a more economically viable and efficient option for such facilities.
Additionally, we are launching energy storage inverters specifically tailored for commercial and industrial applications. We are also combining modular PV products and PCS products with Solis commercial and industrial solutions.
These groundbreaking innovations facilitate the consumption of green electricity round the clock, thereby expediting the transition to clean energy in factories and commercial areas. Through these advancements, our aim is to leverage the power of technology in driving the global shift to clean energy as the primary source.
Lastly, we are wholeheartedly committed to enhancing our localized services and brand, ensuring an exceptional experience for our valued customers. If you have any inquiries regarding our products or technologies, please do not hesitate to contact us.