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10 May 2025

European innovation on display at Intersolar Münich 2025

PSW Energy represented Western Australia as a trusted Fronius Service Partner during an exclusive visit to the Fronius headquarters in Austria and attended Intersolar Münich 2025, one of the world’s leading solar and energy storage technology exhibitions. This experience allowed PSW Energy to access Fronius’s latest innovations before their arrival in Australia, reaffirming the company’s …

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6 March 2025

PSW Energy Achieves BV ISO Certification for Quality, Safety & Sustainability

PSW Energy is proud to announce the achievement of three internationally recognised ISO certifications: ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management), and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management). This significant milestone demonstrates PSW Energy’s ongoing commitment to operational excellence, workplace safety, and sustainable environmental practices. Attaining all three certifications simultaneously is a rare …

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21 January 2025

Review: Sigenergy SigenStor defines a new digital battery era in Australia

Wave goodbye to the mainstream analogue era of sustainable energy. A new ‘digital era’ is here, led by Sigenergy SigenStor. This era will define the next generation of all-encompassing energy ecosystems, built safer, faster, and more scalable, with improved solar energy utilisation features. Installations have been commenced in Australia since mid-2024, and Sigenergy’s SigenStor has received …

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Whole roof top covered in black solar panels over looking a beach in the distance. Young mother and child in a classic convertible car at the left of the house.

15 January 2025

Should you consider black solar panels in Australia?

With technology always improving, how well do black solar panels perform in 2025? The good news is that two fundamental specifications listed on a solar panel data sheet answer this in relatively simple terms, but you’ve got to know where to look and how to discern certain terminologies. Gauging specifications, the difference between white back …

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10 January 2025

6 points to compare solar companies and their reviews in Australia

The good, the great and the cheeky–there’s a diverse mix of solar companies in Australia. With the industry steadily maturing after almost two decades of mainstream penetration, it should, in theory, be relatively easy to compare solar companies and their reviews. Unfortunately, as soon as there’s a clarifying option there are a few that will …

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2 January 2025

The difference between a hybrid and a hybrid-ready inverter

If choosing the ideal solar brands wasn’t hard enough, now you’re faced with certain terminologies that sound like a virtual foreign language. The good news is that you’re not alone. Many seasoned solar professionals consistently try to stay up-to-date with the evolving product contortions aimed at making energy solutions more accessible. Key points A hybrid-ready …

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21 November 2024

Solar panel cleaning in Perth WA: Enhance your solar performance

There comes a point when every solar energy system owner considers when, how and why solar panel cleaning should be performed. The good news for PSW solar system owners is that the answer is less frequent than expected. Still, a few exceptions can be related to high-performance maintenance, depending on your specific environment. Here’s how …

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16 November 2024

Alpha ESS WiFi reconnect guide

Applies to: Alpha ESS SMILE series hybrid inverters and all-in-one storage systems, including SMILE 5, SMILE B3, SMILE Hi10, SMILE T10, SMILE G3 and the legacy SMILE-INV. The process also applies to the AlphaESS Storion series where the WiFi module is integrated. Estimated time: 5–10 minutes. You will need The AlphaCloud app installed and logged …

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12 November 2024

Enphase IQ Gateway (Envoy) Wi‑Fi Reconnect Guide — Enlighten App

Applies to: Enphase IQ Gateway/Envoy using the Enphase Enlighten mobile app.Estimated time: 5–10 minutesYou’ll need: Enlighten app (signed in), physical access to the gateway, your home Wi‑Fi name & password. Contents Quick start (TL;DR) Enable AP Mode on the gateway: Press the IQ Gateway AP Mode button once; the AP Mode light turns green. In …

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EUPD Top Installer Award 2024 (Australia) Ceremony: (Left to Right) Daniel Fuchs from EUPD Research, Nicole Bilman PSW Energy General Manager and Derek McKercher PSW Energy Director holding the EUPD Research Award shield.

3 November 2024

EUPD Research Installer Award 2024: Innovation Meets High Satisfaction

It’s exciting to reveal that PSW Energy has been awarded the prestigious EUPD Research Installer Award 2024 for the second year running. This achievement, celebrated at the recent awards ceremony held at Melbourne’s Cargo Hall Southbank, recognises our dedication to delivering exceptional customer experiences and high-quality solar installations through modern digital convenience. Contents EUPD Research, …

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3 October 2024

Huawei inverter error codes: what they mean and what to do

Your Huawei SUN2000 inverter has stopped producing power, is showing a red LED indicator, or has triggered an alarm in the FusionSolar app. Every alarm ID corresponds to a specific condition the inverter has detected. Some clear themselves within minutes. Others need a qualified electrician. Last reviewed: April 2026. Alarm ID lists verified against current …

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20 September 2024

SMA event codes: definitions and next steps

Your SMA inverter has stopped feeding energy into the grid and is displaying an event code on the screen, via its LED indicators, or through the Sunny Portal. Every event code corresponds to a specific condition the inverter has detected. Some clear themselves within minutes. Others need a qualified electrician. Last reviewed: April 2026. Event …

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