Connecting Energy: open communication for PV systems

Connecting Energy – open interfaces for flexible systems

An efficient energy supply also means making the most of synergies. Advances in digitalization, automation and global networking have created the potential for further efficiency increases in local energy systems.

At Fronius we are pioneers in utilizing synergy effects in the field of photovoltaic solutions. We offer and develop solutions which allow for intelligent and easy connection of solar energy with third-party systems. We call this “Connecting Energy”. This enables individual systems to be planned according to the customer’s wishes.

The advantages at a glance

Open interfaces ensure maximum flexibility
Easy integration of third-party components
Facilitates individual, modular systems
Direct control of loads with surplus PV electricity
Increased self-consumption rates
Less grid usage and thus faster profitability

“With Connecting Energy, I primarily connect our open interfaces. These allow third-party manufacturers to access the inverter data or to control the inverter. There are countless examples of successful implementation of this, such as BOSCH, VICTRON, DEIF, Loxone, different heatpumps, EV chargers and many more.

The added value for the customer is in the diversity of applications. It includes both the visualization of the inverter data in external monitoring portals, the control of our inverters and integration into overlaid control mechanisms.”

Volker Haider, Trainings & Education

Open system, smart integration

From heat pumps to home automation systems – third-party components can be easily integrated into our systems. Smart energy management enables generated energy or existing PV surplus to be intelligently distributed and used. This boosts self-consumption and shortens the payback period for the PV system.

Maximum flexibility in component selection is ensured both by our systems’ four digital energy management outputs and the Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP SunSpec, LAN/WLAN, and Fronius Solar API (JSON) interfaces. Our systems can also be planned with a modular design using individual components – and precisely tailored to the needs of your customers.

All compatibilities at a glance