Katko photovoltaic switches installed in new mega express store

5th June 2017  |  Industrial Automation News

Onninen opened a Mega Express store in Vantaa, Finland, the store has over 20,000 components for HVAC, electrical and refrigeration applications.

The new Onninen building required a 100kW solar plant, the solar plant consisted of 390 panels which are connected to form 15 groups. Enabling the store to utilise the electricity produced with solar power.

An excellent source of electricity, Solar PV panels rely on the light rays from the sun in order to generate power. Katko’s PVM 216 DC switch is used to break direct current so that solar panels can be safely isolated for maintenance.

 

Solar PV isolators

Installed on the roof of the building, the Katko photovoltaic switches are weatherproof and are designed to withstand strong UV radiation and other challenging outdoor conditions. “As early as in May these solar panels are producing occasionally more electricity than the building consumes. Therefore some of it is already being sold,†says Matti Savolainen, sourcing director of electrical materials at Onninen.

Solar power is an excellent source of electricity and can save organisations money in the long term. Enabling the store to utilise the electricity produced with solar power. Solar PV panels rely on the light rays from the sun in order to generate power.

The solar plant is estimated to produce 85-90’000 kWh per year, during March to September the plant is predicted to produce the electricity needed to power the building.

“This is an excellent example of a functional and safe solar plant solution at Finland’s latitude. This confirms that our DC -switches, which are already very popular around the world are also highly compatible for domestic applications,†says KATKO’s CEO Jukka Hyryläinen.

 

PV isolator

At Dalroad we distribute an extensive range of Katko safety switches, load break switches, switch fuses and motor protection switches to meet the specific demands of your industry.

Made of self-extinguishing material, the Katko Photovoltaic (PV) isolators, are durable under difficult climatic conditions and require no extra protective coating.

With superior temperature performance including good resistance against UV and many chemicals. The Katko photovoltaic range is excellent for Solar Panel systems.

Ranging up to 32A 1200VDC, DC21B – The Katko range has been built in order to ensure safety, reliability and performance.

For further information on the Katko range contact Dalroad on 01582 505 252 or email sales@dalroad.com.

 


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