Off grid solar and remote power generation for continuous around the clock reliability

Published July 12, 2024  
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By eliminating the need to be connected to an overhead electricity network the Makinex Renewables Hybrid Power System (HPS) is a truly innovative combination of highly efficient solar panels, high-capacity battery storage and a backup generator that ensures 24/7, environmentally friendly, reliable clean power. Now available in New Zealand through local distributor Youngman Richardson, the Makinex Renewables HPS has proven to be one of the most versatile and advanced off- grid power systems around.

“The Makinex Renewables Hybrid Power System not only provides grid-like electricity in areas where network power is unavailable but is a viable alternative,” explains Phil Fairfield, sales director at YR. “The system itself consists of roof mounted solar panels, a lithium battery bank to store energy, an integrated diesel generator and an inverter to act as an interface between the different inputs.”

Here’s how it works:

  • Solar panels generate electricity at which point excess energy is used to charge the batteries.
  • Batteries can then provide power for night work or during daytime in all conditions.
  • Then when energy use is high and when the battery is low the quiet diesel generator takes over.
  • So, with no complicated set up required the Makinex Renewables HPS is as simple as just flicking the switch.

So now with the Makinex Renewables Hybrid Power System there is a solution which includes:

  • Portability and storage convenience.
  • Significant fuel (up to 90%) and servicing savings, reduced emissions, and noise.
  • Less vulnerability to weather events, localising reliability issues.
  • Reduced electricity outage times for customers and costs for network business.
  • Quality generators.
  • Ability to easily monitor and control the status of your HPS system locally or remotely.
  • Inverter Power: 15kVA – 45kVA depending upon the model
  • Battery Power: 20kWh – 60kWh depending upon the model
  • Generator Power: 15kVA – 45kVA depending upon the model
  • Solar Power: 4kW – 8kW depending upon the model

“By deploying HPS units, we anticipate saving the construction industry per year up to 2.5 million Litres of Diesel Fuel, reducing Carbon Emissions by 6,609 tonnes – equivalent to taking 1,437 cars off the road*,” says Craig Skipsey general manager – Makinex Renewables. “This is supported by the opening of the Makinex Renewables Innovation Centre which aims to increase HPS unit production by 500% to meet surging demand.”

Hybrid power generation systems can also provide a higher level of energy flexibility by merging one or two additional power generation methods such as the HPS, assisting with fuel and energy security.

Single Skid HPS

The Single-Skid System Consists of solar panels, lithium batteries and a back up generator all intelligently controlled to provide continuous power. Primarily deployed for smaller power needs, saving up to 300L diesel and 750kg of CO2 every week.

Double Skid HPS

The Double-Skid System includes a battery/control skid and a generator/tank skids which simply plug together using cables. Used to power large construction compounds, saving up to 700L of diesel and 2 Tonnes of CO2 per week.

Solar Add-On Option

Take advantage of your container roof space on-site with solar modules which drop straight onto a standard 20ft container. Output is AC-coupled so it can be wired into anywhere on the AC bus with any HPS or BESS (Battery Energy Storage System).

Battery Energy Storage Systems

Either integrate the stand-alone, small footprint Battery Energy Storage System into an existing generator and/or solar system as part of a hybrid solution or as a stand-alone, short term power supply. Available with power output from 10-100kW and battery capacity of 15-140kWh.