WSTECH designs and manufactures high-power electronics for renewable energy integration, offering advanced inverters and STATCOM systems for solar and energy storage projects. Their solutions optimize grid stability and power quality for large-scale renewable energy assets.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
The integration of renewable energy sources into the grid presents challenges in maintaining grid stability and power quality due to the intermittent nature of these sources. Traditional power conversion systems may not adequately address the dynamic requirements of grid-connected renewable energy and storage applications.
Solution
WSTECH designs and manufactures high-power electronics solutions for the renewable energy sector, focusing on advanced power conversion technology. Their product portfolio includes inverters for photovoltaic and energy storage systems, as well as STATCOM and medium voltage (MV) skid solutions. These products are engineered to optimize grid integration, enhance power quality, and support the efficient operation of renewable energy assets. WSTECH's approach emphasizes robust design and high power density to meet the demanding requirements of large-scale energy projects.
Target Audience
The primary customers are developers, EPC contractors, and operators within the renewable energy sector, including those involved in large-scale solar farms, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and grid infrastructure projects.
Features
- **APS Inverter Series:** High-power outdoor central inverters for photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS), available in 2nd generation models with capacities up to 5000 kVA. Features include hermetically sealed IP65 cabinets, water-cooled power electronics, and fast response times (<100ms).
- **MCS Inverter Series:** Outdoor hybrid inverters for large-scale PV and ESS installations, supporting 1500 VDC systems from 3260 kVA up to 7500 kVA. Offers corrosion resistance (C4H/C5M), noise-reduced design, and options for STATCOM functionality.
- **Medium Voltage (MV) Skid Solutions:** Turnkey outdoor solutions integrating central inverters with MV switchgear and transformers (up to 36kV). Designed for compact installation and compatibility with APS and MCS inverter series.
- **STATCOM Systems:** Outdoor STATCOM solutions based on the APS inverter series, providing reactive power compensation from 1250 kVAR up to 5000 kVAR. Engineered for fast response times and power quality enhancement.
- **Customized Solutions:** In-house R&D and design capabilities for developing customer-specific power converter systems, including hardware design, software development, and certification testing.
- **High Power Density:** Products are designed for efficient space utilization, with options optimized for 20-foot container transport.
- **Wide Operating Conditions:** Systems are rated for ambient temperatures from -40°C to 60°C and altitudes up to 5000m with appropriate derating.
- **Grid Code Compliance:** Products are certified to relevant grid codes such as VDE-AR-N 4110 and VDE-AR-N 4120.