Entries by APsystems

What does Washington’s largest planned solar community look like from the air?

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Here’s a bird’s-eye view of Grow Community phase 1, the Village, and its remarkable concentration of energy-producing rooftops. Each residential system includes from 24 to 32 PV modules by itek Energy, with more than 400 APS Microinverters installed across the community. Grow Community homes are now producing 85-105 percent of their energy needs, eliminating residents’ power […]

APS Microinverters are the safe choice to meet NEC 2014 standards

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New electrical safety standards for solar equipment are here, and APS Microinverters meet these tough new demands out of the box. Under the new National Electrical Code (NEC) 2014, PV system circuits must include a Rapid Shutdown function to cut off the flow of current in case of an emergency. The new standards protect system installers […]

APS Microinverters lead the industry in innovation, flexibility

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APS Microinverters are the new choice for PV system designers and installers across the solar industry. Why? The tremendous advantages that APS Microinverters offer over traditional “string” units is no secret: optimized yield thanks to individual module output, monitoring and control (no more “shading” effects crippling a whole array); flexibility of system design, and ease of installation […]

Trends And Challenges Of Solar Inverters

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Solar Power World asked APS VP Michael Ludgate to weigh in on the trends and challenges of solar inverter technology for the online magazine’s recent series. Read Michael’s insights here.  http://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2014/05/trends-challenges-solar-inverters/

APS Microinverters featured in new 

Habitat for Humanity 32-home project

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APS Microinverters are featured in a new 32-home affordable housing project by Habitat for Humanity. The Harris Court development in Port Orchard, Wash., will fulfill Habitat’s mission of providing safe, decent housing –- and a lower power bill as well. Thanks to Habitat’s partnership with local solar providers, the new homes will include a renewable power source […]

Do We Need Solar Inverter Reliability Standards? Here’s What Manufacturers Think

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APS VP Michael Ludgate is among the industry elite invited to weigh in on solar equipment reliability standards at Solar Power World online: Do We Need Solar Inverter Reliability Standards? Here’s What Manufacturers Think “It is common practice in telecommunication and military power equipment to meet certain predictions on product life and reliability, better known as […]

APS Microinverters power new net-zero neighborhood

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APS Microinverters are highlighted in a great Solar Power World feature on the Grow Community development on Bainbridge Island, Wash. Read ‘Welcome to the Net-Zero Neighborhood’ to find out why the developers chose APS Microinverters for the largest planned solar community in Washington. Thank you, Solar Power World! http://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2014/03/installation-notes-welcome-net-zero-neighborhood/  

APS Microinverters Make Solar Power World’s TOP 100 in 2013

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In advance of its Q1 2014 rollout, the groundbreaking APS YC1000-3 microinverter was recognized by Solar Power World among its Top 100 Solar Products of 2013 in the magazine’s year-end edition. The YC1000-3 is the world’s first 3-phase, 4-panel microinverter for large-scale commercial solar installations – advanced technology designed in the USA and available only from […]

APS OG250 Off-Grid Microinverter

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At Solar Power International 2013 we fielded many inquiries about our off-grid solar solution, the OG250 Microinverter. Connect this unit to any 60- or 72-cell PV module and enjoy 120V AC power whenever the sun is shining. The OG250 is perfect for use on sailboats and RV’s, and a good solution for emergency conditions.