REC SolarBox
Hybrid solution
→ Fully portable solar power station designed for rapid deployment
→ Batteries, diesel generator, and grid access to provide power
outside sun hours
→ Ideal for off-grid use and rural areas with limited grid access and
high disel prices
→ Available in 20-50 kW solar PV array sizes
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REC – a global leader
REC is a leading global provider of solar energy solutions with more than 15 years of
experience, demonstrating that REC is a long-term player in the solar industry.
Founded in 1996, REC is headquartered in Norway and employs more than 1,600
people worldwide with offices, representatives and partnerships in place to help meet
the world’s growing energy needs.
REC solar panels are installed for various applications in Europe, USA, Australia,
Thailand, Japan, India, and locations in between. At the end of 2013, REC had produced
12 million solar panels, amounting to more than 3 GW of clean, green energy.
Award-winning production
In today‘s competitive solar market with import duties on some products, it‘s important
to know where solar panels come from. REC solar panels are produced at a world-class
facility in Singapore, which is certified to the highest health, safety, and environmental
standards. Output steadily increases to meet the growing demand for REC solar panels.
REC‘s solar panel
production in Singapore
received a Solar Industry
Award for Module
Manufacturing Innovation.
REC solar panel production output
(in MW)
750
820
675
525
2010
2011
2012
2013
REC’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tuas, Singapore
Proven value-adding solutions
With over 130 MW of solar energy systems developed and installed globally by REC,
the company is a proven partner for delivering solar solutions. REC combines insight
and expertise with industry-leading solar panels and engineering skills to provide worldclass services and solutions. Below are just some of the systems developed by REC (left)
and select installations in the APAC region with REC panels (right).
Demonstrated expertise:
REC has developed more
than 130 MW of solar
energy systems of various
sizes and applications all
around the world.
Project Name
Country
System Size
Year
Project Name
Country
System Size
Year
Mizil
Romania
8 MW
2013
SolarCo
Thailand
72 MW
2014
Schependorf
Germany
10.2 MW
2012
Sports Hub
Singapore
700 kW
2014
Schongau
Germany
3.8 MW
2012
BSS Yonago
Japan
1.7 MW
2013
Bero-Eneri 5
Italy
7.4 MW
2012
BMD Power Plant
India
5.8 MW
2013
HDB Housing
Singapore
1 MW
2011
Chiang Rai
Thailand
9.5 MW
2012
A sample of solar energy systems developed by REC
Select solar energy systems in APAC region installed using REC panels
ExtendiNg the value chain:
Tailored solutions from REC
REC SolarBox – hybrid solar solution from REC
The REC SolarBox is a portable power station – a hybrid solution that uses REC solar
panels to produce the bulk of needed electricity and includes a diesel generator for
backup purposes. The all-in-one solution is designed for mobility, rapid deployment and
durable operation. Available in 20-50 kW model sizes, the modular design of the REC
SolarBox makes it multi-functional in itself. And packed into a standard ISO 20-foot
shipping container, it can be easily transported worldwide.
Key elements:
Key benefits:
- Reduce diesel costs
- Reduce maintenance costs
- Profitability
- Energy independence
- Scalability and portability
- Reduce CO2 emissions
What‘s in the box?
- Solar panels to produce
bulk of electricity
-Charge controllers to
detrmine energy flows
-Battery bank to ensure
operation outside
sunshine hours
-Inverter to convert DC
power into useable AC
power
- Backup power from
either grid connection or
a diesel generator
- Central electrical hub can
be used for office and/or
storage space
A reliable power source for a multitude of applications
- Supplemental power to rural and island systems
- Off-grid power in emergency disaster relief efforts
- Supplemental power to industrial, commercial and government customers
- Freestanding, off-grid power plants in developing countries, rural areas and islands
Minimum requirements:
Required to deploy an REC
SolarBax are only:
- 250 m2 of available space
(maximum 625 m2)
- Truck access for a 20-foot
container
Mobile and easy to transport
The REC SolarBox enables
developing regions around
the world to gain
independence from
unreliable grid power while
saving costs along the way.
The ideal off-grid solar power plant
The 20-foot containers of the REC SolarBox have all electrical components, cables and
diesel generator set pre-installed – all from leading suppliers. When the container is
delivered to the site as either a temporary or permanent amenity, workers can install
an REC SolarBox unit in less than two days without any heavy construction equipment.
Once unpacked and installed, space that was previously occupied by the solar panels
and mounting structures is freed up for use as a mobile office and/or storage.
Quick and easy installation and deployment
Office space available
Diesel generator for back-up purposes
Real life, Real satisfaction:
RED Cross, Philippines
Component rating
Solar array
REC SolarBox 20
v.20141112
REC SolarBox technical specifications
REC SolarBox 30 REC SolarBox 40 REC SolarBox 50
20.8 kWp
29.1 kWp
41.6 kWp
49.9 kWp
Max. AC outout
6.8 kW
13.6 kW
20.4 kW
27.2 kW
Lithium ion battery capacity*
15 kWh
30 kWh
45 kWh
60 kWh
Diesel generator
12 kVA
24 kVA
36 kVA
48 kVA
1
1
1
1
20-foot containers system
control room
* Sized to cover for solar PV intermittency during day hours and for small night time loads.
REC SolarBox in operation: Bantayan Island, Philippines
In collaboration with the Red Cross, an REC SolarBox 20 was installed in the Sungko
Barangay on Bantayan Island in the Philippines, which had been severely affected by
Hurricane Haiyan in November 2013.
The REC SolarBox will supply reliable electricity to the island and to the newly installed
satellite communications system. This enables connectivity to the internet and video
communications, making it possible to use remote diagnosis medical equipment
(communicate with doctors offshore) among other possibilities.
Financial payback time of
REC SolarBox: 4-5 years
- After 10 years, effective
savings are nearly
US$150,000
- AC load: 24 kW (10am6pm); 6 kW all other times
- REC SolarBox reduces
diesel consumption by 63%
- 5% increase of diesel fuel
cost annually
- Effective diesel cost:
US$1.30/L
- Diesel generator
efficiency: 2.3 kWh/L
Assumptions based on
REC SolarBox 50 compared to
diesel genset only system in the
Philippines
Pictured above and above-right: REC SolarBox 20 installed and operational on Bantayan Island
REC Solar Pte. Ltd.
20 Tuas South Avenue 14
Singapore 637312
Singapore
Phone +65 64 95 92 28
REC is a leading global provider of solar energy solutions. With more than 15 years of experience, we offer sustainable, high performing
products, services and investments for the solar industry. Together with our partners, we create value by providing solutions that better
meet the world’s growing energy needs. REC is headquartered in Norway and listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (ticker: RECSOL). Our
1,600 employees worldwide generated revenues of USD 647 million in 2013. Find out more about REC at www.recgroup.com