Solar Perfection: The Switch Electrical’s Award-Winning Fronius Installation Sets a New Benchmark

In the world of advanced home solar, seamless energy independence and superior design are increasingly in high demand. One installation that stands out from the crowd is the 2024 crowned winner of the Fronius Friday People’s Choice Award: an exceptional project delivered by The Switch Electrical, a leading Fronius Solutions Partner based in the Bega Valley. This large-scale, all-electric home installation is a showcase not just of solar expertise, but of what’s truly possible with the power, flexibility, and integration of the Fronius ecosystem.

The Client Vision: True Energy Independence Meets Modern Living

The clients behind this project had a bold vision to live in a large, contemporary, all-electric home and become fully energy independent. Their aims were clear: harness solar to cover all household demand (from daily appliance use to heating and cooling), power two Tesla electric vehicles, and export surplus energy as a net contributor to the clean energy grid. Achieving this involved much more than just stacking panels on a roof; it required intelligent system design, communication between all components, and meticulous attention to energy flows throughout the property.

End-to-End Excellence: The Switch Electrical & Fronius Ecosystem Partnership

As a certified Fronius Solutions Partner, The Switch Electrical designed and delivered a best-in-class system built on the proven reliability and future-readiness of Fronius technology. The solution included:

• 2 x 10kW Fronius GEN24 Plus hybrid inverters: These highly versatile inverters act as the smart control centre, managing multi-mode operation, grid switching, battery integration, and backup power. Their robust communication features enable seamless interaction between all system components.
• 72 x Sumec Phono Bifacial 415W solar panels: With a combined capacity of 30kW, these panels maximise generation by capturing sunlight from both sides, increasing overall yield even under diffuse or reflected conditions.
• 3 x 10.25kWh battery stacks: Totalling 30.75kWh of storage, this battery solution enables the household to store surplus solar for evening use, overnight needs, and EV charging. The intelligent battery management system communicates directly with the Fronius GEN24s for optimal efficiency.
• 2 x Fronius Wattpilot GO Portable EV chargers: Built for flexibility and powered directly by the home’s solar, these chargers allow both Tesla EVs to be topped up with clean energy, further minimising the home’s reliance on the grid and reducing transport emissions.

Careful electrical design and advanced controls were at the heart of this install. The Switch Electrical team ensured all devices from inverters to batteries to chargers talked to each other, making the most of every kilowatt-hour generated. No less attention was paid to the installation’s aesthetic: a sleek, all-black mounting solution and perfectly aligned components make the system as pleasing to the eye as it is powerful in operation.

Award-Winning Recognition at the Fronius 2024 Awards Night

This outstanding project soon garnered attention far beyond the homeowner’s circle. At the 2024 Fronius Awards Night, The Switch Electrical was announced as the winner of the Fronius Friday People’s Choice Award — a testament to their technical prowess, commitment to detail, and the strong support they received from a proud local and national community. With competition from ten other top-tier finalists, this achievement recognises not only an exceptional install, but also the broader partnership between skilled installers and cutting-edge Fronius technology.

The Fronius Advantage: Future-Ready, Fully Connected, and Supported

What makes this system and others built on the Fronius platform truly exceptional is its end-to-end integration. Fronius GEN24 inverters, scalable battery storage, and intelligent electric vehicle charging form a fully networked energy ecosystem. Homeowners enjoy real-time performance insight and management via the Solar.web platform, flexible expansion for future needs, and dedicated local support from The Switch Electrical as their Fronius Solutions Partner.

For those looking to break free from rising energy costs, reduce environmental impact, and secure a home for the future, this award-winning install is proof: with the right team and the right technology, true energy independence is not just a dream, it’s a reality.

Ready to step into a cleaner, more empowered energy future? Connect with The Switch Electrical to discover how the Fronius ecosystem can redefine what’s possible for your home.