SolaX Power Introduced Industrial Battery Storage Systems
The new ESS TRENE and X3 AELIO systems help businesses manage peak energy costs and integrate solar power effectively.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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SolaX Power has launched a new integrated energy management system designed for commercial and industrial businesses across Africa. The system coordinates solar generation, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging to optimize power usage.
Why it matters
This technology allows commercial users to lower electricity costs and manage peak demand by discharging battery storage when grid tariffs are highest. It also ensures power reliability by enabling seamless switching between on-grid and off-grid operations.
The ESS TRENE liquid cooled system offers 261 kWh of storage with a 125 kW output and 137.5 kW peak. Meanwhile, the X3 AELIO 49.9 kW hybrid inverter provides a 10-millisecond grid-switching speed and supports up to 200% PV input.
The players
SolaX Power
A developer of solar energy products including battery storage and hybrid inverter technologies for residential and commercial applications.
TÜV Rheinland
A global testing and certification body that evaluates the safety and quality of technical components like utility string inverters.
The details
The liquid-cooled ESS TRENE system utilizes lithium iron phosphate cells to maintain a maximum cell temperature difference of under 3°C, which promotes battery longevity. The X3 AELIO hybrid inverter manages the flow of energy, pulling from solar arrays or battery storage to offset grid reliance. This configuration enables businesses to store unused solar generation for use during high-cost time-based tariff periods.
The Home Front
This launch reflects a broader trend of commercial and industrial energy systems shifting toward liquid-cooled architectures to maintain high efficiency in warmer climates. The adoption of lithium iron phosphate cell chemistry marks a departure from earlier, less thermally stable storage standards.
Business owners looking to stabilize energy costs should assess their site's peak demand patterns and current solar generation capacity. Consult with a licensed professional to determine if a hybrid inverter and battery storage setup aligns with your local grid regulations.
The takeaway
Commercial storage systems are becoming essential tools for businesses aiming to reduce reliance on grid power during peak tariff windows. When evaluating such systems, focus on the thermal management capabilities of the battery cells to ensure the equipment remains reliable in your climate.
Further reading
For more on the evolution of power storage and charging integration, visit Electric Vehicles.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Green Building Africa.
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