Surpassing Their Own Record, Advanced Energy(R) Solaron(R) Inverters Achieve the Highest-Ever CEC Efficiency Ratings
June 23 2009 - 7:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Solaron 333 kW and 500 kW models now listed with best-ever 97.5
percent CEC-weighted (California Energy Commission) efficiency
ratings FORT COLLINS, Colo., June 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) today announced that
its expanding portfolio of Solaron(R) photovoltaic (PV) inverters
has again achieved record-setting ratings in the California Energy
Commission (CEC) list of approved inverters. Last month, AE
inverters exceeded their own record of 97 percent CEC-weighted
efficiency by posting a 97.5 percent CEC efficiency rating-an
achievement unmatched by any other line of grid-tie, commercial and
utility-scale inverters. (Logo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030825/AEISLOGO) Solaron 333
kW models, which were introduced to the market in 2007, have now
surpassed their original CEC-weighted efficiencies of 97 percent to
be rated at 97.5 percent, with peak efficiencies of 98.2 percent.
In addition, the newly introduced Solaron 500 kW utility-scale
inverter has been rated at 97.5 CEC-weighted efficiency, with a
recorded peak efficiency of 98.5 percent. The CEC is the leading
North American agency to review, compile and approve inverters for
commercial use. The CEC posts specifications for hundreds of
inverters that have been approved by certified testing facilities.
Commercial and utility-scale inverters with current CEC ratings can
be found at:
http://www.gosolarcalifornia.org/equipment/inverter.php. When
graphed as shown (Photo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090623/LA36274), the data
from the above website indicates that Solaron inverters rank
highest in both efficiency and power output (graph was generated by
AE, using the CEC's 462 data points posted March 31, 2009).
President and CEO of Advanced Energy Industries, Inc., Dr. Hans
Betz, noted, "LCOE (levelized cost of electricity) is a primary
measure of PV-system success. The unsurpassed LCOE of AE's Solaron
portfolio is directly driven by its superior efficiency and
competitive cost of operation." The Solaron Portfolio The Solaron
portfolio is available in North America, Asia and the European
Union. The platform includes 333 kW and 500 kW inverters with
robust controls, patented, soft-switching technology,
NRTL-certification to UL 1741, wide MPP (maximum power point)
tracking window as well as remote monitoring of the PV system from
anywhere at anytime. The unique Solaron RPT(TM) (Remote PV Tie)
accessory can reduce balance-of-system costs by reducing the length
and number of large diameter cables within large PV arrays. Solaron
service solutions deliver a lifetime of support--from installation
verification and training, to warranty periods of up to 20 years
through AE's SafeGuard(SM) customized support options. To learn
more about AE's expanding Solaron line of PV inverters, visit
http://www.aesolaron.com/. About Advanced Energy Advanced Energy is
a global leader in innovative power and control technologies for
high-growth, thin-film manufacturing and solar-power generation.
Specifically, AE targets solar grid-tie inverters, solar cells,
semiconductors, flat panel displays, data storage products,
architectural glass and other advanced applications. AE's solutions
portfolio includes precise, flexible power systems; reliable gas
and liquid flow-management systems; accurate thermal instruments
and comprehensive global support services. Leveraging this
portfolio and technology leadership, AE creates solutions aimed at
maximizing process impact, improving productivity and lowering cost
of ownership for its customers, including original equipment
manufacturers (OEMs) and end-users around the world. AE operates in
regional centers in North America, Asia and Europe and offers
global sales and support through direct offices, representatives
and distributors. Founded in 1981, AE is a publicly held company
traded on Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol AEIS. For more
information, go to http://www.advanced-energy.com/ Advanced
Energy(R), RPT(TM), SafeGuard(SM) and Solaron(R) are trademarks and
service marks of Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.
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http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: Advanced Energy Industries,
Inc. CONTACT: Marna Shillman, Director, Global Marketing
Communications of Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.,
+1-970-407-6280, Web Site: http://www.advanced-energy.com/
http://www.aesolaron.com/
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