What follows are the Top Solar and EV Accessories for 2023. This category includes associated solar components and EV-related accessories. Take a look at this year’s innovative products (listed alphabetically by company) within the solar component and equipment category.
See the full list of the 2023 Top Solar Products here.
Allume has developed a world-first technology, SolShare, which enables fair sharing of solar energy from a single rooftop solar PV system amongst multiple dwellings within the same building. This breaks down the technical and ownership barriers that have historically prevented apartment residents from accessing cheaper and cleaner energy from the sun.
AWM’s innovative, durable, all-metal hangers deliver significant ampacity benefits, reshaping utility–scale projects. Each branch is rated at 20 pounds – up to 250% more load than competitors. Arden Hangers are the only 40+ year lifespan CMS (Cable Management System) and are the first choice for the nation’s top-ranked EPCs.
Convenience and safety are important factors for projects. The Burndy Mechanical Grounding Connectors with Breakaway Nuts create both a secure and easy way to install connectors. We offer a Double Torque Nut (BA suffix) which is removable while the Tamper Resistant Nut (TR suffix) is meant to prevent removal.
The 800-Vac Breaker Box combines the output of up to (3) CPS 250/275kW inverters allowing a cost-effective solution simplifying system designs and providing individual protection for each inverter. This solution saves labor and material costs by reducing the amount of wires needed to connect string inverters to the grid.
Built to last, Gripple’s CableSmart system can carry up to 30 x 750kcmil cables and offers maximum long-term protection to solar cables. Gripple engineers have taken existing wire tensioning technology and developed it into the fastest and easiest to install messenger system available. The system is designed to help reduce costs and speed up solar installations.
Heyco recently introduced two new clips: SunRunner Short Flange and SunRunner Short Flange 90 Degree. These clips work on newer module frames where there is less of a “lip.” These two new clips only require 10 mm of material to attach, making both options a viable option for the newer modules out in the market.
Welcome to the next level in solar radiation monitoring! DR30 is a high-accuracy digital direct (normal incidence) solar radiation sensor. This next-level pyrheliometer has superior window heating that leads to high data availability, and an internal tilt sensor to check tracker performance.
Kinematics ONE is the world’s most bankable reliable all-in-one controller and actuator solution that allows solar structure OEMs to add tracking capabilities to their portfolio without the guesswork, cost, and complexity of designing, integrating and acquiring the key components to enable tracker motion. This flexible solution simplifies your growth path.
The Lumin Smart Panel harnesses Lumin’s pioneering Control What Matters approach to deliver the only universally compatible, retrofit-ready, whole-home load management platform on the market. Lumin unlocks comprehensive control for extending battery backup, optimizing energy use, and load shifting around time-of-use schedules, paving the way for an electrified future.
GenStar is the industry’s first fully-integrated system of its kind, with all the most installer-requested features built-in including key communications and control functions. Additional key features are easy to add via exclusive ReadyRail/ReadyBlock technology– snap-in blocks add battery metering/monitoring, signaling and load control, lithium battery communications/control, making it easy to meet future system needs.
The new SMP12 is Kipp & Zonen’s most innovative pyranometer yet. It combines integrated solid-state heating with best-in-class surge protection. Internal temperature, multi-axis tilt, and humidity sensors enable comprehensive remote monitoring. Compliant with ISO9060:2018, the SMP12 is Class A, spectrally flat, and has a fast response time of <0.5 seconds.
The clawFR racking platform now features proprietary solutions for reliable wire management within an array. From positioning MLPE devices to routing large bundle home runs between rows, PanelClaw’s suite of wire management components take the guesswork out of the DC wiring.
Installers love the QuickBOLT Conduit Mount. You will never waste another minute with overengineered conduit support on the rooftop. The 7/8” high EPDM Cylinder comes with an Install Screw, requires no sealant, and installs quick. Attach anywhere on the roof deck in 5 seconds or less.
Pulse simplifies battery integration, eliminating the need for backup panels, saving installation time and costs. It combines up to five enclosures: backup controller, backup panel, non-backup panel, utility meter, load control panel. Load management ready, it minimizes service upgrades and offers embedded or field-installable backup control. Eligible for IRA rebate.
The world’s only hand-bendable cable tray that easily goes around any obstacle. The patented “lobster trap” design secures and protects cables. Easy install the cable tray with built-in mounting rings and a 10-second connector. Optional covers are available.
This trenchless solution manages cables ranging from 350-1250 Kcmil to offer a safer, less labor-intensive solution. The open-air design maintains NEC 310.15 compliant cable separation which allows the cables to operate more efficiently to yield up to 30-watt hours per meter far surpassing that of bundled or trenched cables.
The SolarCleano B1 – Solarbridge is a gantry-based cleaning solution that increases the speed and efficiency of wet and/or dry cleaning of solar panels (location dependent) on large utility scale solar panel installations. Its popularity was evident but the desire to create greater security and safety for employees operating this equipment by allowing remote-control of the cleaning robot. Thus, removing the need to climb on or along the solar-panels was key to finding a solution that would grab the interest of the wider market.
Solar Roof Jack effectively addresses residential installation challenges by optimizing designs through skillful diversion of roof obstacles. The outcomes enhance aesthetics and maximize space, ensuring a swift return on investment. Our solution transforms crowded rooftops into efficient, prime-space solar energy designs. Solar Roof Jack provides your team the ability to achieve more in the same space.
Save valuable time and maximize financial value with homerun solutions that pair prefabricated boxes and wire together for a full customized solution. Terrasmart’s team works as an extension of yours — applying unrivaled knowledge to tackle complexity up-front and delivering best-in-class lead times and simple on-site execution. We offer flexibility at scale, customizing without sacrificing quality and timeliness.
The Tigo GO ATS, with generator support, offers dynamic energy resilience for backup power needs. It manages power sources like solar, batteries, and a generator. It isolates during grid outages, integrates with up to 24kW generators, and allows for customization in energy management. Compatible with Tigo inverters and storage products.
Vaisala AWS810 Solar Edition enhances solar power plant performance with high-quality sensor data for global, diffuse, and reflected solar irradiation, along with key weather parameters and soiling sensors. IEC 61724-1 compliant, its robust design ensures plug-and-play simplicity, remote diagnostics, and trustworthy weather observations throughout a plant’s lifespan with low life-cycle costs.
WAGO’s compact 750 XTR Controllers provide protection against extreme temperatures (-40 ⁰C to + 70 ⁰C) as well as stronger safeguards against impulse voltage and electromagnetic interference. These controllers come with high processing speeds and a large selection of interfaces and the flexibility to adapt to diverse applications and environments.
Wiley’s WCHP2 cable hanger installs with an innovative pinch design providing a closed hanger solution that can even accommodate First Solar Series 7 modules! It can be secured in wire management holes down to 5.5mm or used in conjunction with our ACC-FBC edge clip for custom locations on panel frames.
Provides a plug-and-play solution to add, move and expand charging infrastructure without rewiring and incorporates a retractable cable management system for AC Level 2 chargers that keeps cords and equipment off the ground and out of the way. EV charging busway can also support ground mounted DC fast charging pedestals.
Start every morning with a full tank of sunshine! The SolarPort is a prefabricated, free standing carport. featuring our Vision Module System providing plenty of shade and clean solar power. It is like having your own gas pump where the fuel is free, never runs out and has no emissions.
The EV Wall offers a scalable solution for residential and commercial sites. Its dynamic charge management supports 6-10x more installations without MPUs and service upgrades, optimizes solar charging, and prevents demand penalties. With its striking design and a five-year warranty, it’s an ideal blend of aesthetics with reliability.