• September 08, 2025

PV Hardware USA, a provider of solar tracking and basic solutions, has opened its second manufacturing plant in the United States in Houston. This 95000 square foot factory has expanded PVH USA's business presence in the United States and created over 100 job opportunities for the local community. The new factory was officially put into operation in July this year. Previously, the company invested $30 million to build its first manufacturing plant in the United States, which officially opened in Houston in May 2024, becoming one of the largest solar tracker manufacturing plants in the United States. The opening of our second US manufacturing plant is an exciting step in our development journey and demonstrates our commitment to the US market, "said Rodolfo Bitar, Vice President of Business Development at PVH in the United States." By expanding our business in Houston, we are not only investing in local economic development, but also ensuring that we can better serve our customers with faster turnaround times and 100% domestically produced highest quality products PVH was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in San Francisco. It has developed solar tracking technology that can adapt to different terrains, slopes, and climates. These trackers use proprietary pre assembly processes aimed at reducing installation time.

• September 05, 2025

Nextracer has launched its proprietary NX PowerMerge backbone connector, a DC power component designed to simplify the installation of electrical balance systems (eBOS). This is the first new feature added to the eBOS platform by Nextracer since its acquisition of Bentek this year. Nextracer founder and CEO Dan Shugar said, "We are pleased to launch NX PowerMerge to advance the electrical architecture of solar power plants. Customers will benefit from faster and more flexible construction, higher reliability, and compatibility with modern grid characteristics. This highly scalable technology can help solar energy continue to expand its share in the global power generation market. ” Compared to traditional backbone systems, NX PowerMerge uses fewer connections and simplified installation processes to establish secure power distribution paths in the tracker array. NX PowerMerge is designed to be compatible with all utility scale solar trackers and fixed tilt systems, tested to withstand extreme environmental conditions, and can be integrated with Nextracer's NX Horizon solar tracking system. The NX PowerMerge backbone connector is now available and will begin shipping in the spring of 2026, offering the option of manufacturing domestically in the United States. NX PowerMerge is a photovoltaic string to main busbar connection solution suitable for 2 kV voltage. Its current carrying capacity exceeds 400 A, supports up to 8 tap wires (6 to 8 AWG), and is compatible with backbone wires up to 1000 kcmil. The system also uses gel free sealing technology to make the installation cleaner. Nextracer will showcase its complete technology platform, including NX PowerMerge, at booth V9223 at the Venetian Hotel RE+2025 in Las Vegas from September 8th to 11th.

• September 04, 2025

GameChange Solar is a global provider of solar trackers and fixed tilt bracket systems, and has launched FlexRail, an installation system designed for flexible module selection. FlexRail addresses the industry challenge of solar module supply fluctuations caused by tariffs, logistics delays, and global market volatility. If the photovoltaic modules undergo changes after the manufacturing or installation of the tracker, the project may face expensive redesigns or on-site modifications. GameChange Solar's FlexRail installation system allows the same tracker design to accommodate multiple different components and minimize interference. Nat Healy, Product Director of Genius Tracker, said, "Component supply is one of the most dynamic variables in today's utility scale solar projects. By providing trackers that support various component types, we can help customers maintain project progress and protect their financial models, ensuring smooth project progress even if they replace components later in design or installation GameChange's latest white paper, "Component Flexibility of Single Axis Trackers: Research on FlexRails and Other Tools for Coping with Component Changes in Project Design," explores key design features to enhance component flexibility, including fixture based track systems, flexible beams, unperforated torque tubes, and low profile bearings. These elements enable utility scale solar projects to adapt to the constantly changing supply of photovoltaic modules while maintaining cost-effectiveness and construction progress.

• September 03, 2025

EGT Solar recently installed 340 solar panels and a monitoring system at Whittier Elementary School in Boise, Idaho. EGT Solar has completed the installation of the new system in the summer of 2025 to facilitate the smooth start of the autumn semester. This measure reflects Boise College District's dedication to environmental responsibility and is in line with Boise City's goal of achieving 100% renewable electricity for the entire community by 2035. The solar system is mainly composed of products manufactured in the United States and is expected to meet 53% of the school's energy needs. In the first year alone, the school is expected to save approximately $14560. Thanks to the expected energy-saving effects and incentive measures, the system will recoup its costs in 12 years or less. Years of continuous savings will release more resources for educational projects and facility improvements. Boise Campus will obtain real-time data on the performance of each solar panel through the advanced monitoring function of the system. This installation also provides opportunities for STEM related education. In the upcoming academic year, EGT Solar plans to demonstrate to students and faculty at Whittier Elementary School the technology behind the solar panels currently powering the school. I am very excited to collaborate with Boise Campus on this project, "said Dan Bennett, Sales Director at EGT Solar. When I was young, I served as a student representative and volunteer for the Boise School District, witnessing firsthand the district's care for this community. It is evident that this district is committed to providing high-quality education for future generations, and we are pleased that our team can contribute to their efforts

• September 02, 2025

The Jewish Solar Challenge (JSC) announced on September 1st that the funding application cycle for 2025 has officially begun. All Jewish non-profit organizations that own their own buildings (including synagogues, Jewish schools, and Jewish camps) are eligible for a matching grant of up to $50000 for the installation of solar panels. The application deadline is September 22nd, and JSC will announce the list of winners at the end of November. The Jewish Solar Challenge program offers over $300000 in prize money, and since its establishment in 2022, the total amount of prize money provided for solar panels has exceeded $1 million. Organizations that have received solar energy quotations (i.e. those preparing to start installation immediately) will be given priority. Jewish non-profit organizations interested in developing solar energy should take immediate action - before the federal solar incentive expires, "said Mitchell Schwartz, founder of the Jewish Solar Challenge. We are here to ensure that recent policy changes do not slow down our community's transition to clean energy, so that we can create a better future for future generations Senior communication executive and environmentalist Mitchell Schwartz founded the Jewish Solar Challenge three years ago, dreaming of installing solar panels on the roofs of all Jewish organizations in North America. So far, the Jewish Solar Challenge has provided matching funding to 14 organizations across the United States and a Jewish community in Tikva, Uganda. So far, the Jewish Solar Challenge has funded over $2 million in solar projects. JSC funded winners need to demonstrate a broader commitment to sustainable development, not just the installation of solar panels. Respecting and caring for our planet is our responsibility, "said Limor Zimskind, former president of Temple Emanu El and recipient of aid in 2024. Although the upfront cost of solar energy may be too high for many non-profit organizations, funding for the Jewish Solar Challenge allows us to take an important step towards sustainable development and save our electricity bills in the long run Qualified applicants will enter the final round of the funding process. Before the final application deadline, JSC experts will work directly with various organizations to plan specific measures aimed at enhancing the sustainability of their communities. The deadline for the second round of applications is October 31st.

• September 01, 2025

Gripple will launch a new cable hanger at the RE+trade show. The new above ground cable management system adopts a double catenary structure, forming a sturdy fence like support, minimizing sway and sagging, and achieving high ground clearance and cable safety even in harsh weather conditions. The durable hanger components are made of UV stabilized glass filled nylon 66, which has high strength, heat resistance, corrosion resistance, and electrical insulation properties, with a service life of over 30 years. The rated load of the system allows for a larger span between hangers. Gripple stated that the hanger can be installed onto the contact wire within 5 seconds, and its snap on fixing device prevents any lateral movement, simplifying the installation process and enhancing overall system safety. The timing test also showed that 750 kcmil cables can be installed up to 100 feet (about 30 meters) per minute, which is 50% faster than other contact network systems. The system can accommodate up to 24 1000 kcmil cables, meeting high-capacity requirements while avoiding potential derating through appropriate cable separation.

• August 29, 2025

Qixi Festival is a traditional folk festival in China. As the seventh day of the seventh lunar month is the birthday of Qixi, and "Qiqiao" is one of the important customs of "Qixi's Birthday", it is also known as "Qiqiao Festival". Qixi Festival is also known by other names such as Qiqiao Festival, Qixi Festival, Daughter's Festival, Qinianghui, Qixi Sacrifice, Niugongniupo Day, and Qiaoxi. The Chinese Qixi Festival falls on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month. The first appearance of "the seventh day of the seventh lunar month" in extant ancient books is in "Simin Yueling" written by the Eastern Han scholar Cui Shi Qixi originally originated from the ancient worship of star constellations and later gave rise to the love story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Maid. It is a romantic night for young girls to worship star deities and pray for ingenuity. The customs and practices of Qixi became abundant and perfect during the Six Dynasties period, and after the Han and Wei dynasties, it mainly became a festival to express women's wishes, compete, and showcase women's ingenious craftsmanship. People eat foods such as Qiaoguo (a kind of fruit) and Qiaoya noodles on Qixi Festival, and engage in a series of activities to pray for ingenuity, such as threading a needle, welcoming the spider for ingenuity, keeping vigil and making wishes, exposing books to the sun, and drying clothes. In the early days, Qixi Festival was a courtyard-style festival for praying for ingenuity. During the Tang and Song dynasties, it evolved into a social festival, and in the Ming and Qing dynasties, it returned to the courtyard. In contemporary times, Qixi Festival has expanded from a family festival to a social festival, where people can participate in ritual performances to strengthen local social connections and enrich the lives of local people. The Qixi Festival provides us with a rich cultural heritage, encompassing views on love, labor, perseverance, morality, and responsibility. It stands as a typical example of Chinese festivals revitalizing in the process of globalization. On May 20, 2006, the Qixi Festival was included in the first batch of national-level intangible cultural heritage lists. In 2008, the Qiqiao Festival customs in Xihe, Gansu Province, were listed in the second batch of intangible cultural heritage. In 2011, the Qixi customs in Tianhe, Guangdong Province, and Wenling, Zhejiang Province, were included in the third batch of intangible cultural heritage. In 2014, the Qixi customs in Yunxi, Hubei Province, were listed in the fourth batch of intangible cultural heritage. The Qixi Festival also exerts influence on neighboring Asian countries, with Japan, Vietnam, and the Korean Peninsula celebrating their own versions of the festival.

• August 27, 2025

Xpanner, a provider of building automation solutions, has officially launched its flagship product X1 Kit, a retrofit option for automating existing construction site equipment. Xpanner was founded in South Korea in 2020 and entered the US market in 2023, aiming to transform cutting-edge technology into practical tools within reach of ground operators. The company initially launched an automation suite that provides pre configured automation functions for construction equipment such as pile drivers and excavators, such as remote control, intelligent accessories, and precision guidance systems. X1 continues this vision by integrating physical AI capabilities to transform all brands and models of existing construction machinery into intelligent software defined machinery (SDM). Xpanner CEO Henri Lee said, "Our product roadmap over the past few years has led us to this critical moment. The launch of X1 provides a practical and easy to understand physical AI that can significantly increase productivity, reduce costs, and increase efficiency by over 50% without investing in new machines. The entire industry is ready for this transformation, and Xpanner is honored to lead this change. ” X1 is now on the market and can be put into use immediately. At present, it has been applied in various building applications such as pile drivers, and plans to expand its application to other mechanical equipment. Our flagship product is designed to meet the urgent automation needs of construction sites, focusing on high-precision and high complexity tasks, so we chose pile driving technology, "said Lee. Our technology is tailored specifically for the construction industry, simplifying on-site automation processes to make them faster and more efficient. At Xpanner, we comprehensively examine the entire project or site. We are not simply implementing device automation, but focusing on automation of specific tasks, which makes our approach uniquely targeted. These individual task automation collectively promote the automation of the entire construction workflow. ” X1 is particularly effective for high impact applications such as pile driving in solar installations. This adaptability enables X1 to automatically execute complex tasks, reduce reliance on high skilled labor, and significantly reduce costs and improve efficiency. The company claims that X1 has recently achieved automation of the pile driving process, reducing labor demand by 80% and operation time by 50%. The system can continue to evolve on the construction site, forming a basic physics AI infrastructure that can learn and improve over time. We are excited about X1 not only because of its technological innovation, but also because it will bring tangible changes to the construction industry, "said Lee. For a long time, the construction industry has been facing issues such as labor shortages, inadequate personnel training, and low operational efficiency. We believe that X1 will accelerate its transformation to...

• August 26, 2025

Bila Solar is collaborating with Origami Solar to provide steel frame solar panels to its American customers. Bila's 550 watt dual glass solar module will be equipped with Origami's steel frame as an option, and the module will also use solar cells made in the United States. By using American made steel frames and solar cells, Bila's solar panels assembled in Indiana have increased domestic content, helping developers more easily obtain the 10% domestic content incentive for investment tax credits. The new steel frame 550-W module series will be exhibited at the upcoming RE+trade show in Las Vegas. Mick McDaniel, Vice President and General Manager of Bila Solar, said, "This cooperation closely integrates the future of renewable energy with the core manufacturing industry in the United States, further promoting the goal of the US solar supply chain returning to the US and solving practical problems for customers. Our mission has always been to build a resilient domestic solar ecosystem. By integrating Origami's innovative and high-strength steel frame and using it with US made solar cells, we can not only provide stronger and more reliable components, but also offer customers higher domestic content, helping them obtain a 10% domestic content reward. ” The agreement also takes advantage of the increasing cost competitiveness of domestic steel compared to imported aluminum affected by tariffs, making it an economically and logistically reasonable decision. Origami CEO Gregg Patterson said, "From the beginning, Origami's goal has been to collaborate with leading manufacturers such as Bila Solar to provide products that can drive the solar industry towards stronger and more reliable system performance, support US employment and national energy security, and ensure that American innovation remains at the forefront of the renewable energy transition. ” The new module series is expected to begin delivery in the second quarter of 2026.