How our System works

Discover how the AlphaGen Energy System empowers your business to take charge of energy costs, drive sustainable growth, and achieve carbon neutrality. This infographic breaks down our innovative system, showing you how it delivers unmatched control over power usage, helping you save money and unlock new revenue opportunities.

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1: Solar PV Panels:

Minimum roof requirements: 
5,000-6,000 sq. ft (south-facing) for ~230 panels
100kW system

How they work:
Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels are an array of solar cells which capture sunlight and convert it into direct current (DC) electricity.

  • Sunlight Hits Panels: PV cells absorb sunlight; some light reflects off.
  • Photon Impact: Sunlight knocks electrons free in the semiconductor.
  • Electron Movement: Freed electrons create negative (e⁻) and positive (holes) charges.
  • Electric Field Guides: The electric field directs electron flow.
  • DC Electricity: Connected circuits enable a flow of direct current (DC).

2: Hybrid Bi-Directional Inverters:

How it works:

  • Converts solar direct current (DC) power to usable alternating current (AC) power.
  • Combines string inverter technology with the ability to DC couple SunSynk battery technology
  • Manages energy flow between solar panels, batteries, and the grid.
  • Stores excess solar energy in batteries for later use.
  • Supplies power from the battery during the night or outages.
  • Sends surplus energy to the grid when the battery is full.
  • Optimises energy usage to lower electricity costs.

3: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS):

How it works:

  • Energy Capture: As Solar panels generate electricity; excess power goes to the BESS.
  • Energy Storage: Unused energy is stored for use at night, during outages, or on cloudy days.
  • Energy Conversion: The inverter converts stored energy for business or grid use.
  • Power Switching: Draws from the battery when solar isn’t generating; switches to grid if needed.
  • Smart Optimisation: Manages energy flow to maximise savings and efficiency.
  • Grid Support: Provides backup power and supports energy independence.

4: The AlphaGen Energy Management System (EMS):

Proprietary and Groundbreaking and sets new standards in energy monitoring, offering unparalleled insights and control.

Designed in-house, offering cutting-edge capabilities for solar energy management and monitoring.

  • Step 1: RS485 Connection – Connects directly to the inverter using RS485, enabling the system to read essential data such as energy generation, production, and export.
  • Step 2: MODBUS Protocol – Integrates with the MODBUS Protocol, a communication software that allows control of inverter parameters on-site.
  • Step 3: Monitors the Master unit and sends commands if adjustments are needed, which automatically updates the Slave units and the overall inverter operations.

Unique benefits of EMS:

• Enhanced Monitoring:
• Delivers in-depth data analysis from inverters.
• Adds robust data monitoring security, enabling cross-validation between the inverter’s built-in monitoring and our EMS.
• Client-Friendly Interface:
• Displays real-time data (updated every 30 seconds) on various devices such as laptops, phones, or TVs.
• Customizable interface tailored to display only the information most relevant to each user.

This proprietary system sets new standards in energy monitoring, offering unparalleled insights and control.

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