With so many solar products out on the market today, it can be difficult to choose which one works best for your home or business. Boasting over 20 years of solar experience in the US, Fronius has become a leader in the solar industry, providing quality products and reliable customer service.
In this continuation of season 5, Nick Hylla sits down with Chris Connell, head of solutions management at Fronius USA, to talk about the newest Fronius inverter and current roadshow across the United States.
Definitions:
Inverter/Hybrid Inverter – A piece of equipment that converts the current produced by a photovoltaic solar panel into a usable current that feeds into an electrical grid or off-grid electrical network. A hybrid inverter goes one step further and stores solar energy in a battery for later use.
UL 1741-SB certified – A product that meets the safety and performance requirements for grid support functions, and is compatible with the electric utility grid.
Global Maximum Power Point – A feature of inverters that helps solar arrays produce the most power by finding the optimal operating point.
Renewable Meter Adaptor – A device that simplifies the process of connecting a solar system to a home's electrical panel.
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00:54 Chris Connell Introduction
1:37 Fronius Mission and History
2:39 The Fronius Gen 24 Inverter
6:37 Fronius Roadshow
8:19 Repair Center
ABOUT OUR GUEST: CHRIS CONNELL
Chris Connell joined Fronius USA In 2012 as an Application Engineer for the Solar Energy Business unit. Since then, Chris has held multiple positions, including Team Leader of the Technical Support Department, Technical Sales Advisor, National Technical Sales Advisor, and currently is the Head of Solutions Management.
As a former Aviation Technician in the US Navy and with his background in the technical support team, he brings an extensive technical knowledge.