In August 2022, Solaxisys established a global R&D center in Madrid, Spain, which is a new milestone for its technical R&D and business development and symbolizes a new chapter of Solaxisys's global layout. This R&D center is the first overseas global R&D center of Solaxisys, based on the European sales center and global support center, and it is also the fourth global R&D center of Solaxisys after Shanghai, Xiamen, and Zhangzhou. The initial team is composed of several senior R&D personnel, with experienced experts who have managed well-known companies in the solar industry, which reflects the importance Solaxisys attaches to the European and international markets. Currently, this R&D center takes a strategic part in the development of Solaxisys's technology innovation, with research on the core algorithm of tracking systems, Wind Tunnel Test, etc. It is responsible for the R&D upgrade and technical management of multi-scene products including tracking systems and mounting systems, aiming to meet market demand and explore new technology routes.

AS/NZS 5033:2021 may have turned the solar industry upside down, but modules still need to go on the roof, writes Clean Energy Council technical program specialist Nathan Smith. The Australian rooftop solar industry is set for significant changes in the next six months. The publication of AS/NZS 5033:2021 on 19 November 2021 is set to fundamentally change how we as an industry design, install, document and, to a great extent, think about solar installations. With some of the changes inherent to the new standard providing alternatives to the more controversial components of a solar installation (for example, rooftop DC isolators), there has been a flurry of gossip, social media posts, bulletins from industry bodies and suppliers, and advice that is often lacking in detail or simply misinformed. New year, new standard The Clean Energy Council led the rewrite of the new AS/NZS 5033:2021 standard in conjunction with the members of the EL-042 committee, with several staff members involved in both the development and review of the draft document. While significant time and resources were devoted to ensuring that installers and the industry’s interests were well represented, it is important to remember that the EL-042 committee also represents the opinions and concerns of other personnel that are required to interact with rooftop solar systems, including emergency services and other stakeholders that have vested interests in ensuring the best outcome from the rewrite. The new version of AS/NZS 5033 becomes mandatory on 19 May 2022 in all states and territories except NSW, where it became mandatory on the date of publication. Electrical regulators have the authority to make the new version of the standard mandatory before 19 May 2022, but most have indicated that they will not do this and allow installations to be done to either standard until the mandatory date.   Regardless, it is important to know that whichever standard is applied, the whole standard must be followed. You cannot use some requirements from the 2021 version of the standard and some from the 2014 version. For installers outside of NSW, it may be easier to continue to work to the 2014 version until you have had a chance to develop a robust understanding of the requirements of the new standard. Further information on mandatory dates and all the latest information on the implementation of the standard can be found on the Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council’s (ERAC) website.  What has changed in the new standard?   Some of the major changes in the new version of AS/NZS 5033:2021 include:   an increase in maximum PV array voltage for residential systems changes to PV array isolation requirements new DC cable installation requirements for wiring systems and wiring enclosures   changes to earthing requirements changes to DC optimiser and micro inverter requirements   updated testing and verification requirements. The new standard also provides clarification ...

Solaxisys has launched its updated IP Mascot called Flash. Mascot – IP Flash is a PV Ant that symbolizing Solaxisys team with the same traits of valuing teamwork, well organized and never giving up. The newly upgraded version adds the details of the hands and feet, the face adds eyes and mouth, and thus its body becomes more round and cute. The updated version has more similarity with logo, especially the shape of head look from the side. Over the past years, we are honored to join hands with our partners towards the vision of “Raise a green world ”, and we will continue to press forward with Ant spirits in the solar industry. The flash will help to provide a better connection with our valued partners all over the world. We would like you to get more about our flash, a guy full of sincerity and bravery. Looking forward to seeing you on more occasions in the future. Check out Flash at Christmas day Always brings Light and Courge to you~

Standards Australia has released a revised standard for solar energy in order to support growing demand and the rapid uptake of solar photovoltaics (PV). The revised standard, AS/NZS 5033:2021, Installation and safety requirements for photovoltaic (PV) arrays, addresses safe practices for consumers and industry professionals. Head of Standards Development at Standards Australia, Roland Terry-Lloyd, said, “With millions of solar PV panel systems being installed across Australia, clear and relevant standards are paramount in supporting safe practice for industry professionals, homeowners and businesses.” The standard sets out general installation and safety requirements for electrical installations of PV arrays, including direct current (DC) array wiring, electrical protection devices, switching and earthing provisions. The standard has been restructured to promote better readability, supporting users in meeting compliance requirements. AS/NZS 5033:2014 will remain current for six months, and after this time it will be superseded by AS/NZS 5033:2021. The updating of requirements for micro inverter installations and DC conditioning units will enable greater use of technology across larger panels, supporting better safety outcomes. Committee El-042 assessed different requirements around the world against Australian conditions, identified achievable safety outcomes, and determined a number of different solutions that industry can choose to best suit their installations. EL-042 Co-Chair, Sandy Atkins, said, “At the time the 2014 standard was written, solar panels were at most 250W per panel, but technology is quickly changing, and it’s not unusual for panels to be greater than 400W. “Therefore, AS/NZS 5033:2014 was limiting for installation professionals. “If you still want to use DC isolators then you can, but if you don’t, the standard allows for other solutions such as disconnection points.” Australia previously had a limitation of 600V for panels for houses but recently aligned with international requirements of 1000V. Additionally, AS/NZS 5033:2021 also aligns with international standard IEC 62548:2016, Photovoltaic (PV) arrays — Design requirements. “Solar is booming worldwide, so it’s important we align with international standards so that the Australian market can use international products and technologies as well,” Mr Atkins said. Source from:  https://www.energymagazine.com.au/solar-boom-prompts-national-standard-update/