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Sungrow’s Advanced SR20D-M PV Rapid Shutdown Solution Powers Philippines’ First MW-Level Project, Enhancing Safety and Sustainability at Major Logistics Park

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MANILA, Philippines, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, a global leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider, has announced the successful deployment of the Philippines’ first MW-level rapid shutdown project, utilizing its SG125CX-P2 and SR20D-M PV rapid shutdown solution. This landmark installation is a C&I PV project in Quezon District, Metro Manila, marking a significant milestone in the 8.58 MWac installation by PHINMA. It will provide sustainable energy to a logistics park and warehouse, supporting their daily operations while prioritizing safety. As a flagship project, it underscores Sungrow’s role in pioneering advanced solar safety solutions across Southeast Asia, setting a new benchmark for future projects in the region.

Many distributed rooftop PV projects are located in densely populated areas, with installations often very close to public spaces. Once fires in photovoltaic systems happen, it is more challenging for firefighting with potential safety risks arising from high DC voltage. To address this, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) introduced rapid shutdown requirements for PV systems starting with the 2017 NEC, setting a standard for safety. Governments worldwide have since implemented safety management regulations tailored to local needs, making emergency DC voltage control a key priority for the global PV industry.

The whole project included 2 phase projects for both logistics and warehouse compound. The total 200,000 square meters manufacturing plant operates around the clock, seven days a week. In this project, the logistics park’s rooftops, situated in a high-density area, highlight the critical need for advanced safety measures due to the high DC voltages associated with PV systems. With over 6,000 Sungrow’s PV rapid shutdown device SR20D-M are set to reduce concerns, offering unparalleled safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Key Features of Sungrow’s SR20D-M PV Rapid Shutdown Solution

Born for Safety
With a rapid shutdown time of 20 seconds, the SR20D-M complies with UL1741/3741 standards, ensuring the safety of personnel, property, and firefighting operations. Additionally, the system’s proprietary AFCI (Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter) technology covers 200m DC cable length and shutdown the arc within 0.2-1.5s, making it an ideal solution for installations where safety is paramount. Therefore, the PV project with SR20D-M is backed by leading insurance providers such as FM Global.One Reliable Brand & One Exceptional Solution
The SR20D-M is designed for durability, offering a 25-year warranty and dependable performance. Sungrow’s “one-stop solution” provides seamless integration with inverters, creating a cohesive “one brand products, one data system, one control system, one linkage logic” model that enhances efficiency and security. This all-in-one approach eliminates the need for complex wiring, additional testing, and other installation requirements.More Benefits with Easy Installation
The SR20D-M could be compatible with diverse PV panels. In case of module faults and RSD device faults, the RSD will enter bypass mode to ensure minimal impact on the system’s performance. Meanwhile, its minimalist design, which eliminates the need for additional communication cables or hosts, improving system longevity and simplifying installation.

“This significant achievement is part of the DOE Philippines GEAP II (Green Energy Auction Program 2), a highly competitive initiative that supports renewable energy (RE) developers in securing energy procurement agreements and expanding the nation’s renewable energy capacity. With Sungrow’s advanced Rapid Shutdown Device (RSD) and integrated AFCI technology, this installation meets the highest safety standards and fully complies with Distribution Utility (DU) requirements. The installation process of Sungrow’s RSD proceeded seamlessly, without disruptions to warehouse and logistics operations, ensuring minimal impact on daily business activities,” said Engr. Mawi Tangonan, Project-In-Charge of Geomax and C-Teknik DOE GEAPII Project.

Sungrow continues to expand its footprint in the Philippines with another major project utilizing its rapid shutdown equipment installed by SolarNRD, which is the largest rapid shutdown deployment in the Philippines to date. Additionally, across Southeast Asia, multiple MW projects in Thailand and Malaysia also integrated Sungrow RSD technology into its operations, further demonstrating Sungrow’s commitment to advancing safety and innovation in the photovoltaic industry. As Sungrow strengthens its position as a trusted partner for secure and sustainable energy solutions, it is poised to support more clean energy initiatives throughout Southeast Asia and beyond.

About Sungrow

Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 27 years. As of June 2024, Sungrow has installed 605 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world’s No. 1 on PV inverter shipments (S&P Global Commodity Insights) and the world’s most bankable energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects in over 170 countries, supported by a network of 490 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we’re committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit www.sungrowpower.com.

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HR Path Strengthens its Australian Presence with Strategic Acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia

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PARIS, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, today announces its strategic acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia, a Brisbane-based company specialising in payroll compliance, remediation, workforce management and HR systems consulting.

Founded in 2009, Payroll Experts Australia has delivered more than 530 projects for over 260 organisations across Australia and New Zealand. Independent of any software vendor, the company supports employers across the full payroll, workforce management and HR systems lifecycle, with expertise spanning payroll compliance and audit, remediation, award and agreement interpretation, payroll processing, advisory and end-to-end systems implementation.

The acquisition strengthens HR Path’s ability to provide end-to-end HR transformation services across the ANZ market. Payroll Experts Australia’s specialist capabilities complement HR Path’s existing HRIS technology and SAP SuccessFactors expertise, enabling the combined organisation to support clients with a broader range of locally grounded services, from strategic advisory and systems implementation to payroll compliance and operational support. 

Payroll Experts Australia will continue to operate under the brand “Payroll Experts Australia, an HR Path Company”. Its leadership team and employees will remain in their current roles, ensuring continuity of service for clients while giving the business access to HR Path’s international capabilities and resources. 

The transaction builds on HR Path’s expansion in the region. HR Path has been active in Australia since 2019, following the acquisition of DDG. It opened an Australian office in 2024 and acquired RKM Consulting in 2025, strengthening its HRIS technology and SAP SuccessFactors capabilities across Australia and New Zealand.  

“The acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia, a company renowned for its expertise in payroll compliance, is a strategic move that supports our ambition to be the global reference in HR transformation,” said François Boulet, Co-founding Partner at HR Path. “Their deep knowledge and strong client relationships in Australia complement our global capabilities, enabling us to deliver even more value to our clients. This partnership is about synergy, innovation, and shared commitment to excellence.”

“We are very happy about this new chapter!” said Steve Keenaghan, Chief Executive Officer at Payroll Experts Australia. “This step opens up exciting opportunities for our team and our clients and ensures our continued growth and success. We will maintain our commitment to delivering exceptional, independent payroll expertise while exploring new possibilities within HR Path.”

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Fabienne LATOUR  Fabienne.latour@hr-path.com

 

 

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Sungrow Powers Up for All Energy Australia 2026 With New Residential Innovation and Full Ecosystem Showcase

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MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, the global leader in PV inverter and energy storage solutions, is set to make a strong return to All Energy Australia 2026, the region’s largest and most influential renewable energy exhibition. It will introduce its next-generation all-in-one residential flagship PowerHarbour, alongside a comprehensive showcase of technologies for residential, C&I, and utility-scale applications.

As Australia accelerates toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future, Sungrow’s presence at All Energy will once again serve as a central meeting point for industry leaders, installers, innovators, and policymakers. The booth will offer visitors a rich blend of product demonstrations, technical insights, interactive experiences, and opportunities to connect with Sungrow’s local engineering and sales teams.

A New Addition to Residential Energy Storage

At the upcoming All-Energy 2026, Sungrow will officially unveil PowerHarbour in Australia for the first time. It is a residential all in one solution designed to simplify energy independence for homeowners. It combines sleek design, intelligent integration, advanced safety features and a modular design that can deliver up to 120kWh of capacity. The enhanced AFCI 3.0 protection makes it one of the most flexible and homeowner‑friendly systems on the market. The result is a clean, integrated solution that empowers households to take control of their energy with confidence and ease.

C&I Solutions for Diverse Applications

The exhibition will also showcase Sungrow’s C&I portfolio, including PowerKeeper, deployed across diverse Australian environments, and the ST255CS liquid-cooled BESS cabinet, designed for applications such as microgrid stability and FCAS. Together, these solutions demonstrate Sungrow’s capabilities in delivering flexible, reliable energy storage for a wide range of commercial and industrial needs.

Utility-Scale Innovation on Display

For utility developers and EPCs, Sungrow will present a full-size PowerTitan 3.0, giving visitors a rare opportunity to see the battery container up close. Together, PowerTitan 3.0 and 1+X modular inverter demonstrate advanced energy storage, grid-forming capabilities, and flexible deployment for complex project environment. Backed by dedicated local project management, comprehensive technical support, and a growing project pipeline across Australia and New Zealand.

Visit Sungrow at Booth KK123

Sungrow invites all attendees to visit Booth KK123 at All Energy Australia 2026 to experience its latest residential, commercial, and utility‑scale innovations firsthand. Attendees can expect a vibrant and engaging atmosphere throughout the day featuring lucky draws with exciting prizes, free premium coffee, photobooth and insightful presentations. The booth promises a full day of discovery, connection, and inspiration. Sungrow looks forward to welcoming partners, customers, and renewable energy enthusiasts as we continue powering Australia’s clean energy future together.

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AglaiaSense and Leopard Imaging to Demonstrate Privacy-First AI Traffic Sensing at Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona

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FREMONT, Calif. and BARCELONA, Spain, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AglaiaSense and Leopard Imaging will exhibit together at Smart City Expo World Congress, November 3–5, 2026, at Fira Barcelona Gran Vía.

The two companies proposed AI-VIVA (Vision Intelligence for València and Arterials) and is selected as a finalist in the fifth urban challenge of Barcelona Innova Lab Mobility (BILM), on the application of artificial intelligence to traffic-light regulation. AI-VIVA combines AglaiaSense’s edge-AI traffic solutions with Leopard Imaging’s patented privacy architecture. At the show, the team will give a live demonstration of AglaiaSense’s signature MS500 and GS500 cameras, with the AglaiaSense AI Box, powered by NVIDIA, which adds local processing to coordinate groups of neighboring intersections.

The cameras analyze images inside the device, using the Sony IMX500 and IMX501 intelligent vision sensors. They count and classify vehicles, buses, cyclists and pedestrians in real time. Raw video is discarded on the device within 400–800 milliseconds, and only anonymous metadata is transmitted. Cities can feed that data into signal-control software to adapt traffic lights to real demand.

MS500: about 2 W average power, 1080p, powered from a standard NEMA or ZHAGA street-light socket.

GS500: about 6.5 W average, dual 4K cameras, with Ethernet, LTE Cat 4 and GPS; powered by PoE, 12–24 V DC or a NEMA adapter.

Both cameras: IP66-rated, −20 °C to +65 °C, mounted on existing poles, so no trenching or new masts are needed.

Bandwidth: more than 95% lower than CCTV-based monitoring.

“Cities want safer, smoother streets without turning every crossing into a surveillance point,” said Leon Luo, CEO of AglaiaSense. “Being named a finalist in Barcelona tells us the approach resonates.”

“Privacy has to be built into the camera, not added later,” said Bill Pu, CEO of Leopard Imaging.

AglaiaSense’s solutions are deployed across North America and Asia, and the company won first place in the Pedestrian Safety Challenge Hackathon, run by the Edge AI Foundation (formerly the tinyML Foundation) and the City of San José. In field tests, the systems achieved detection and counting accuracy above 95%. The City of Lakewood, Colorado, compared the GS500 with traditional IP cameras and LiDAR on real roads and found it more accurate, more energy-efficient, and less costly to deploy. At a high-risk crossing where pedestrians often crossed outside the crosswalk, the system alerted approaching drivers in real time.

Visit us at Pavilion 3, Level 0, Street D, Stand 71. To book a meeting, email sales@aglaiasense.com.

About AglaiaSense

AglaiaSense, is an edge-AI company specializing in privacy-first, vision-based sensing for smart cities. Its GS500 and MS500 cameras run AI on the image sensor to count and classify road users in real time and send only anonymous metadata.

About Leopard Imaging

Leopard Imaging is a global leader in high-definition embedded cameras and AI-based imaging solutions in industries including automotive, aerospace, drones, IoT, and robotics.

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Cathy Zhao

+1 (408) 263-0988

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