Want to know how it works? See a diagram
on the how it
works page.
These sealed, weather proof units
contain photovoltaic cells that convert the energy contained
in sunlight directly into electricity. With no moving parts
and useable lifetimes in excess of 30 years, they are the
most reliable source of electricity available. Our solar
modules are offered in sizes ranging from 5 watts to 190
watts.
There is an immense resource
of energy contained in the wind. A wind turbine allows you
to extract part of that energy and create a reliable source
of non-polluting electricity. We have turbines suitable
for supplementing grid power with generating capacities
ranging from 1000 watts, for a single home, up to 100's
of Kw for a small community.
These electronic devices
use microprocessor technology to control the energy flowing
from solar and wind generators. Their purpose is to manage
the charging and discharging of a battery bank, preventing
battery damage from excessively high and low voltages. Advanced
models incorporate functions such as computer interface
and historical energy logging capability. Maximum Power
Point Tracking (MPPT) is now a commonly included technology
that greatly improves the output of solar modules under
most conditions.
Batteries are the heart of
an off-grid renewable energy system. It is important that
the correct battery size and chemistry be employed for the
requirement. We offer batteries ranging from very small
sealed units to large stationary units weighing a number
of tons. Solera's technical staff are experts in specifying
your battery system, such that it will provide many years
of low maintenance trouble-free service.
To power conventional appliances
and equipment, an inverter is used to change the DC power
from a solar/wind generator and battery bank to high quality
AC power, the same as supplied by your electricity utility.
We supply highly efficient maintenance-free inverters, with
power ratings from 75 watts to tens of thousands of watts.
Advanced models incorporate features such as a computer
interface, and the ability to manage and control multiple
power sources.
As with all electrical systems,
safety must be the number one priority. Our solar electricity
systems are designed and supplied in an integrated fashion,
where all ancillary electrical devices, such as circuit
breakers, switches and terminal blocks are contained within
only one or two enclosures.
Lighting for both indoor
and outdoor applications is a common use for solar generated
electricity. Solera designs solar lighting systems in many
sizes and configurations, from simple pathway markers or
garden lights, to large industrial duty systems that can
light a billboard, a parking lot, or a roadway intersection.
Solar pumping systems are
available in numerous configurations, from simple, lowest
cost solar direct systems that pump water only during daytime
when solar power is available, to fully pressurized water
systems that offer equivalent flow and pressure to that
of a home in the city. Whether it's to supply a weekend
cottage or to pump 50 gallons per minute over hundreds of
feet of pipe, Solera has the products and the experience
to meet the need.
Refrigeration is typically
one of the largest users of electricity in an energy efficient
home. Solera is a Canadian Distributor for Sunfrost, maker
of the world’s most efficient refrigerators. Using
less than 20% of a typical refrigerator’s energy,
these finely crafted units are available in a range of sizes
up to 19 cubic feet with a wide range of finish colours
available. The refrigerators are available in 12 and 24
volt DC and 120 VAC versions, and they may be ordered with
a right or left door swing.
Solar Security
No power? No problem...
The answer to providing electronic security
monitoring and surveillance in places where conventional
power is unavailable or cost prohibitive to supply.
Solera’s unique solar powered industrial
duty security products have been developed specifically
to suit the challenges faced by electronic security providers.
In today’s world of wireless communications, availability
of power is increasingly becoming a limiting factor in the
deployment of otherwise readily useable technologies.Our
solar security products are used in applications including:
- Intrusion detection
- Video surveillance
- Access control
- Environmental monitoring
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Security Control Units |
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PVA510 Solar Powered
Alarm Control Unit
Purpose:
- To provide alarm and monitoring services in
situations where not previously possible, due
to a lack of available electrical power
Application:
- Designed to satisfy smaller requirements
that would typically be found in areas without
a permanent electrical supply, such as:
•
cottages & cabins
•
trailers
•
storage buildings
- Provides all basic intrusion alarm system functions
- Compatible with wireless communicators
What's unique?
- No AC power connection required
- All power is derived solely from a small
solar power source
- Extreme battery backup time from 200-400
hours with a 7 amp-hour battery
The PVA510 is a four-zone control panel unlike any other
- offering the exciting capability of permanent continuous
operation in places without electricity
• Patent Pending
• No AC power connection required
• Four programmable zones
• Four programmable outputs
• Four user codes + one installer code
• Keypad or keyswitch arming
• Auto arm and disarm
• Periodic test output
• Backlit LCD for programming and status
• Continuous self-diagnostic supervision
of solar power generation
• Battery backup time up to 400 hours with a
7 amp-hour battery
• Temperature compensated three stage battery
charging for reliable use in any environment
• Available in standard indoor enclosure (shown),
or ruggedized for tough environments
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Security Video Modules |
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Sunstarvideomodule™
The result of fresh thinking and innovative technology,
the Sunstarvideomodule™ offers a simplified solution
for outdoor wireless video camera systems. With integral
camera, video transmitter and self-generating power source,
the unit can be deployed at once, without regard to the
installation of video and power cables.
Advantages:
• Install video surveillance where not normally possible
• Easily re-locatable
Applications include:
• Industrial sites
• Parking lots, highways
• Golf courses, ski hills
• Urban area monitoring
• Law enforcement
For specific information
regarding this or other products, contact Videocomm Technologies:
www.videotransmitters.com
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