Westlands Engineering installed a powerful solar system designed to reduce energy costs by maximising solar energy usage during daylight hours. To further improve efficiency and minimise grid reliance, battery storage was included to extend solar usage into the evening.
The site experienced a significant increase in energy consumption over time:
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Although solar exports remained constant, overall consumption rose. When factoring in the 11 kWh of battery storage now in place, actual energy usage is approximately 91 kWh/day (80 kWh billed + 11 kWh from the battery).
A closer look at the daily load pattern reveals:
The 11 kWh battery is generally depleted by 6:00 PM, unable to sustain the heavier evening loads on its own.
To meet these growing demands, AusPac Solar installed a comprehensive 20 kW solar PV system paired with a 35 kWh battery storage solution. This upgrade provides:
This system ensures that Westlands Engineering can continue to operate efficiently while significantly reducing their energy costs.
