domestic and commercial solar PV

Waxman Energy is delighted to announce that it has established a partnership with SolaX, the market-leading manufacturer of inverters and battery storage systems, to offer our customers a range of high quality solar products from this globally-recognized brand.

Headquartered in China, with 2 factories and a separate Research & Development facility; as well as regional offices in Australia, mainland Europe and the UK, SolaX promises to incorporate the very latest in solar innovation in their product range, with a “continued focus on R&D and unceasing commitment to pushing back the boundaries of what is possible” – a journey which has lead SolaX to the launch of the ground-breaking X-Hybrid battery storage system.

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Gas and electric giant nPower has recently joined EDF Energy in announcing one of the largest price increases in years, taking average energy costs to well over £1,000 per year for dual fuel customers.

EDF’s planned 8.4% electricity price rise is due to take effect from 1^st March this year, with nPower’s proposed increase of around 15% in electricity bills following shortly afterward on 16^th March. Experts believe the move could be a precursor to other energy providers also raising their prices, much to the dismay of their customers.

With The Guardian reporting that wholesale energy prices have risen by around a third since last spring and advancements in technology meaning PV energy storage is becoming increasingly accessible, the use of solar panels makes perfect sense now more than ever.

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Our ever-popular “spotlight on” series returns this week, taking a closer look at the revolutionary EasyRoof integrated mounting system from IRFTS.

Who are IRFTS?

Set up by a group of solar engineers, IRFTS (Institute of Fundamental Research in Solar Technology) is an engineering and research company that aims to make solar technologies more accessible by coming up with new and innovative solutions designed to take the hassle out of photovoltaic system installations.

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With solar technology becoming increasingly affordable, many home-owners are still reluctant to take advantage of this environmentally-friendly technology. This week’s blog tackles at some of the most common myths to clear up any lingering misconceptions about the benefits of solar power.

Take a look at the infographic we have produced on the subject, or read on below to find out more.

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Following on from the announcement last week that solar PV specialists Waxman Energy will soon be adding the new Maxim Integrated 265W silver frame poly by JinkoSolar to its range of solar PV panels, this week’s blog takes a look at the cutting-edge Maxim technology behind these panels to discover how it helps to maximise profits on commercial projects.

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As battery storage becomes a key priority in the evolving solar PV market, it’s important to understand the technology behind it and how everything works to provide efficiency, effectiveness and safety. There are a number of different types of batteries available in PV energy storage; all use different chemistry, which have differing properties. Continue reading →

If you have been looking into ways to save electricity in the home or business then you may have come across Voltage Optimisers as a way of doing so. There are many products on the market that can assist with energy efficiency, namely saving electricity, with voltage optimisation being just one. But what exactly is it? Continue reading →

When we think about solar PV, we often associate it with rooftops of residential homes and commercial buildings. Rooftop solar installation is commonplace throughout a whole host of sectors across the UK due to the wide range of benefits its presents, from space saving to optimum positioning; this blog explores all the advantages rooftop solar PV has to offer. Continue reading →

Who is Hi Tech Solar?

A leading UK manufacturer of monocrystalline and multi-crystalline solar PV panels, HiTech solar develops highly efficient, robust and affordable products. With an aim to produce cost-effect panels that perform to high standards, the company uses innovative manufacturing techniques to equip homes and businesses across the UK. Continue reading →