Great Design – How to Build the Pyramids in a Single Day!

Although the Great Pyramids weren’t really built in a day, imagine if such complex structures could have been as a result of great design – for strength, speed of assembly, and great aesthetics.  At Paired Power, we take such an approach to smart, durable design in our products. Similar to the Pyramids, we designed our solar-powered EV charger PairTree™ to withstand the forces of time and nature while simultaneously being very simple to erect. Our flagship PairTree EV charger features an aesthetically thoughtful, consumer-friendly design that brings color and a futuristic sensibility to characteristically humdrum gray parking lots. But like the Pyramids, PairTree’s core strength lies beneath the surface, featuring resilient weatherproof design that is designed to be built in a single day, avoiding the long disruptions to your parking lot of traditional solar canopy construction. 

All-Weather Resilience: Built to Withstand the Toughest Conditions

PairTree is weatherproof against wind speeds of up to 130 miles per hour and 25 pounds per square foot (PSF) snow loads (40 PSF with HD packages). This all-weather design ensures uninterrupted operation even in extreme weather conditions​.
 

PairTree was engineered to thrive under extreme weather, offering unparalleled durability and reliability. Additionally, its ballasted foundation design eliminates the need for invasive installation methods such as concrete foundations and permanent steel erection, making it adaptable to a variety of terrains and climates without requiring heavy machinery and lengthy construction. This was especially important to me as an engineer, because although the team and I are based in California, our customers are all over the country in regions that experience extreme weather, where reliable backup energy is critical. 

Battery Health and Resiliency: Reliability for the Long Haul

PairTree’s integration of a high-capacity lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery focuses on sustainability and reliability. Known for their long lifecycle, enhanced safety, and environmental benefits, LFP batteries provide peace of mind. PairTree’s battery health management system ensures optimal performance, reducing maintenance needs and enhancing the battery’s longevity.  Our systems are continuously monitored and remotely connected with every aspect of battery health being reported every few seconds – voltage, current, temperature, state-of-charge, and state-of-health.

Two PairTree solar EV chargers power Santa Clara University’s fleet vehicles.

Optimized Energy Delivery: PairTree’s Battery Powers EVs with Efficiency

PairTree’s advanced energy management system integrates bifacial solar panels and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to deliver consistent, day-and-night charging in all weather conditions. The bifacial panels capture sunlight from both sides, increasing energy yields by up to 15% compared to traditional solar panels.  This enables us to achieve higher energy yields from PairTree than a competitor’s system that uses unreliable tracker motors and moving parts that require annual lubrication and maintenance. PairTree’s software also manages energy resources throughout the day, optimizing solar generation, battery utilization, and available grid power to ensure uninterrupted charging regardless of weather conditions. With this innovative setup, PairTree delivers:

• Up to 75 miles of daily EV range (25 kWh), more than double the U.S. national average daily commute.
• Extended daily range of up to 230 miles with an optional 42.4 kWh LFP battery, catering to high-mileage EV users.

Effortless Installation: Quick, Simple, and Cost-Effective

We deliberately designed PairTree to take the hassle out of installation. Traditional solar canopies require heavy machinery and extended construction times, as well complicated permitting that can take months for approval. In contrast, PairTree features:

• Built-in Scissors Lift: No forklifts or heavy equipment required because the structure is its own lift.  This means assembly is done entirely by workers standing on the ground before the completed structure lifts itself into its final position.
• Quick Setup: Installations take less than a day, making PairTree 30 to 100 times faster to deploy than traditional solar canopy systems.
• Compact Shipping Design: Space-efficient packaging reduces shipping costs and speeds delivery.
• Minimal Permitting: Its modular, ballasted foundation simplifies the permitting and approval process, enabling rapid deployment in urban and remote locations.

Seamless Maintenance and Scalability: Future-Proof Your Charging System

PairTree ensures easy, low-cost maintenance and scalability:

• Real-Time Cloud Monitoring: 24/7 cloud-based monitoring allows for proactive troubleshooting and remote updates.
• Modular Design: Component parts can be serviced quickly without specialized tools.
• Expandable Configurations: Paired Power systems can be easily scaled to meet evolving charging needs with higher output or larger systems like PairFleet™ for multiple EVs.

Sustainability at the Core: Clean, Green Energy

PairTree is a sustainable solution at its core:

• Zero-Emission Power: Delivers solar energy and operates fully off-grid or in hybrid mode, reducing carbon footprints while providing reliable energy.
• Bifacial Solar Panels: Maximizes energy efficiency by capturing sunlight from both surfaces, without the reliability issues of tracker motors found in competing systems.
• Tax Incentives: Eligible for up to 40% in tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act, making it a cost-effective choice for businesses and municipalities.

How PairTree Outperforms the Competition: A Better Charging Solution

Paired Power has addressed common pain points in the solar EV charging market with PairTree, Unlike competitors that use tracker mechanisms with moving parts that are prone to failure, PairTree’s fixed bifacial panels ensure higher energy yields and less maintenance. At Paired Power, our design focuses on:

• Adaptability: PairTree’s compact, modular design makes it easy to transport and redeploy, unlike systems that require specialized and expensive trailers.
• Consistent Charging: While competing solar powered chargers shut off when their batteries are depleted, PairTree’s regulated and managed system ensures consistent power delivery in all conditions.

The Future of EV Charging is Here

Paired Power’s PairTree solar microgrid EV chargers combine unparalleled durability, sustainability, and efficiency. With its weatherproof design, effortless installation and shipping, and smart battery health management system, PairTree is the ideal solution for reliable, green energy. That’s why our customers include everyone from cities to Fortune 500 companies. To learn if our product is right for you, reach out to us directly at 650-701-7247 or at [email protected].