Pioneering Solar Safety: Tigo Energy and CELTEC's Transformative Alliance in Central America
Forging a Critical Partnership for Regional Solar Expansion
Tigo Energy, a prominent provider of smart solar solutions, has announced a significant collaboration with CELTEC, a distinguished regional distributor specializing in renewable energy products. This strategic alliance is set to broaden the distribution of Tigo's innovative rapid shutdown solutions and optimizers throughout Central America and the Caribbean. The primary objective of this initiative is to bolster safety protocols and ensure regulatory compliance as the adoption of solar energy continues to surge across these markets.
Ensuring Compliance with Advanced Safety Standards in Solar Installations
This partnership is pivotal in facilitating wider access to technologies that fully comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2017 and NEC 2020 requirements. These standards, already mandated in Panama, are progressively being integrated into regulatory frameworks across various Central American and Caribbean nations. According to Darío Torres, CEO of CELTEC, the implementation of NEC 2020 has profoundly transformed the methodology of designing solar projects, particularly concerning the safety of first responders during emergency situations.
Introducing the Revolutionary TS4-A-2F Rapid Shutdown Solution
A cornerstone offering from this collaboration is Tigo's TS4-A-2F rapid shutdown solution. This cutting-edge product adheres rigorously to the module-level shutdown mandates stipulated by NEC 2017/2020, boasting comprehensive certifications from IEC, UL, and UL PVRSS. Tigo highlights that the TS4-A-2F can interface with two modules simultaneously, significantly streamlining installation processes and potentially reducing the number of connections by up to 16% in a 14-panel string, when compared to conventional single-channel MLPE systems.
Tigo Energy's Legacy of Innovation in Solar Technology
Established in 2007, Tigo Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:TYGO) has distinguished itself as a leading innovator in developing intelligent hardware and software solutions for solar power systems. Its comprehensive product portfolio encompasses module-level power electronics, sophisticated monitoring platforms, efficient inverters, and reliable battery storage solutions, catering to a diverse range of applications including residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects.
