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Apollo NZ GlobalStart Project Brief
SOLVARNSolar Outdoor Systems

Solar Outdoor Systems · Project qualification

Architectural shade with its own energy platform.

SOLVARN combines a pergola-format outdoor structure with integrated photovoltaic generation, LiFePO4 battery storage, inverter capacity, LED lighting and powered roof operation. It is designed as a project-configured outdoor energy/shade system rather than a generic off-grid power promise.

Current size family

Five footprints, one controlled energy architecture.

These are current planning formats. Final post layout, PV module arrangement, structure, wind criteria, controls and exact electrical package remain configuration-specific.

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SOLVARN 33

3 × 3 m · 9 m² nominal footprint

02

SOLVARN 34

3 × 4 m · 12 m² nominal footprint

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SOLVARN 44

4 × 4 m · 16 m² nominal footprint

04

SOLVARN 36

3 × 6 m · 18 m² nominal footprint

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SOLVARN 46

4 × 6 m · 24 m² nominal footprint

System architecture

Keep generation, storage and loads visible.

SOLVARN is not presented as “free power”. The project needs to define the actual loads, solar conditions, operating hours, reserve requirements and whether mains charging is available.

PV generation

Up to 2,000 W theoretical installed PV reference; real yield depends on module layout, shading, orientation and destination solar resource.

Battery storage

Current LiFePO4 48 V / 200 Ah nominal planning reference. Usable energy and reserve policy must be confirmed.

Inverter

Current 2,000 W continuous / 4,000 W peak planning reference. Exact load compatibility must be checked.

Powered pergola

Pergola motor operation can be supported from the battery architecture, subject to exact controls and protection.

Integrated lighting

LED lighting can be included as a defined project load rather than treated as an afterthought.

Mains support

Optional mains charging can be coordinated where the destination electrical design supports it.

Applications

Use the system where shade and low-voltage energy capability belong together.

Hospitality & resorts

Poolside, terrace, guest recreation and destination spaces where shade, lighting and selected off-grid loads can be combined.

Public realm & community

Parks, community spaces, recreation areas and civic projects where independent lighting or small auxiliary loads are useful.

Sports & recreation

Courtside, club, training and spectator-support spaces requiring shade, lighting and selected low-power systems.

Remote & field

Sites where shade and a self-contained power platform can reduce dependence on immediate fixed electrical infrastructure.

Commercial & mixed-use

Outdoor breakout, waiting, hospitality and amenity areas requiring architectural shade with integrated energy capability.

Residential / premium outdoor

Outdoor living spaces where integrated solar, lighting and powered roof functions form part of the architecture.

Planning reference

Publish the architecture—verify the exact configuration.

SystemCurrent planning referenceControl
PV arrayUp to 2,000 W theoretical installed PV referenceFinal module layout, orientation, shading and destination solar conditions control real yield.
BatteryLiFePO4 48 V / 200 Ah nominal referenceNominal stored energy is approximately 9.6 kWh before system losses and any operating reserve; usable energy must be confirmed for the final configuration.
Inverter2,000 W continuous / 4,000 W peak referenceLoads, surge requirements and operating logic must be checked against the exact supplied inverter.
Pergola operationPergola motor can operate from the battery systemFinal controls, motor load and protection remain configuration-specific.
LightingIntegrated LED pathwayLighting load, controls and daily operating schedule form part of the energy brief.
Mains chargingOptional mains-charge pathwayDestination voltage/frequency, charger arrangement and electrical installation require local review.
Ingress protectionPV IP67 · inverter/battery IP54 · system IP55 planning referencesRatings must be confirmed against the exact components and installation condition.
Wind150 km/h design targetTarget only; final structural suitability requires exact configuration, site wind criteria, foundations and project engineering.

Start with the load brief

Choose footprint, loads, climate and operating model before claiming autonomy.

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