C&I Solution
As global energy transitions progress and electricity markets evolve, energy storage technologies are becoming increasingly widespread in industrial and commercial applications, playing a crucial role in optimizing electricity use, reducing operational costs, and enhancing energy autonomy. As the electricity market gradually evolves and power spot market mature, energy storage products not only help enterprises gain economic benefits amid price fluctuations but also ensure energy supply stability. The air-cooled integrated cabinets and liquid-cooled integrated cabinets offered by inventronics, with our different thermal management technologies, are designed to meet different environmental and load requirements. The air-cooled integrated cabinet uses air conditioning for thermal management, making it suitable for moderate environments and medium-scale loads, while the liquid-cooled integrated cabinet utilizes a liquid cooling system for more efficient heat management, making it ideal for high-load, high-temperature environments and long-duration operations. Whether in the regional market or globally, these storage products perform excellently across various application scenarios, helping enterprises maximize their benefits when facing electricity demand fluctuations.
Designed for commercial and industrial (C&I) solar and energy storage projects, our products and solutions cover next-generation all-in-one solar storage systems, BESS, grid-tied inverters, and smart accessories. By integrating power generation, conversion, storage, and backup, they support multiple application modes, delivering efficient, safe, flexible, and high-yield energy solutions that drive sustainable business growth.
Based on the characteristics of C&I loads, INVENTRONICS’s solution effectively addresses transformer capacity limitations, high electricity costs, and power outage issues. With a high conversion efficiency of 98.7%, it helps enterprises achieve low-carbon, sustainable development while shortening the investment return cycle.
Safe and Reliable
· Equipped with comprehensive safety protection functions, including overcharge, overload, and short circuit protection
· Supports manual disconnection of DC input and AC grid, plus a one-key emergency stop function
Efficient and Stable
· Wide DC input voltage range
· Efficiency exceeding 98.7%
· MPPT tracking accuracy ≥ 99.9%
Intelligent & User-Friendly
· Operates in a wide temperature range from -40°C to +60°C; at altitudes ≥ 3000m, capacity will be derated
· AC/DC dual redundant power supply for the control system
Economical and Durable
· Designed for a service life of more than 25 years
Commercial and industrial energy storage solution structure diagram
1. Peak-Valley Arbitrage and dynamic tariff
Commercial and industrial users use energy storage systems to charge during off-peak electricity periods and discharge during peak periods to optimize electricity costs. The energy storage system enables economic scheduling in markets with significant electricity price fluctuations, making it suitable for industries with large electricity demand variations and notable price differences, such as large commercial buildings, industrial parks, and retail outlets.
2. Backup Power (Emergency Power Supply)
Energy storage systems provide backup power for critical equipment, ensuring continuous operation of essential systems in the event of grid failure or power outage. This application is critical for industries that rely heavily on a stable power supply, such as data centers, medical facilities, and communication hubs.
3. Self-Generation and Distributed Energy Storage
By integrating renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power, energy storage systems can store excess electricity and use it during peak demand times or at night, reducing reliance on external grids. This self-consumption model is widely used in various distributed energy systems, such as commercial buildings, industrial plants, and agricultural facilities.
4. Demand Response
In demand response mechanisms, energy storage systems effectively adjust a company's electricity usage by either reducing demand during grid peak periods or supplying stored power to the grid. This solution is suitable for enterprises that need to adjust their electricity loads flexibly, such as large commercial buildings, industrial parks, and energy-intensive operations.
5. Off-Grid and Microgrid Energy Storage Systems
Energy storage systems, in combination with renewable energy sources, can create off-grid or microgrid systems to ensure stable energy supply, particularly in areas without grid access or regions with unstable electricity. This application is suitable for remote areas, islands, rural regions, and other locations lacking reliable grid infrastructure.
6. Data Centers and High-Load Industries
Data centers and other high-load industries require a constant and reliable power supply. Energy storage systems provide backup power and stable electricity support, preventing losses caused by power fluctuations or outages. Additionally, energy storage systems can supply extra power during grid peak periods, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of data centers and similar critical infrastructure.
7. Electric Vehicle Charging Station Energy Storage
Energy storage systems in electric vehicle (EV) charging stations store electricity during off-peak hours and discharge it during peak demand times to ensure a stable power supply for EV charging. This solution helps optimize charging station operating costs while reducing grid pressure, especially in city centers or along highways with high charging station traffic.
8. Building and Renewable Energy Integrated Storage Solutions
Energy storage systems combined with renewable energy sources like solar power allow buildings to store electricity during peak production periods and use it when no generation occurs, ensuring energy self-sufficiency. These systems are particularly suitable for modern commercial buildings, industrial parks, and green building projects, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing electricity costs.
These application scenarios demonstrate how the company's air-cooled integrated cabinets and liquid-cooled integrated cabinets provide flexible and stable energy storage solutions, meeting various needs in both the regional and global markets.
Industrial and commercial energy storage is typically integrated into a single cabinet. These systems are designed to provide backup power for facilities such as commercial buildings, hospitals, and data centers. Compared with large battery storage systems, C&I energy storage systems are generally smaller, with capacities ranging from a few hundred kilowatts to several megawatts. They are intended to supply power for shorter durations, often up to a few hours. In addition to backup power, they are also used to reduce energy demand during peak periods and improve power quality by offering voltage regulation and frequency control. C&I energy storage solution can be installed either on-site or at a remote location, and are increasingly favored by facilities seeking to lower energy costs and enhance energy resilience.
In contrast, large-scale battery energy storage systems are designed to store electricity generated from renewable sources such as wind and solar. These systems typically have capacities ranging from tens to hundreds of megawatts and can store energy for longer periods—anywhere from a few hours to several days. They are often deployed to deliver grid services, including peak shaving, load balancing, and frequency regulation. Depending on the application, large battery storage systems may be located near renewable energy sources or connected directly to the grid. As the global energy transition accelerates, these systems are gaining popularity as an integral part of a more sustainable energy mix.
Commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage systems generally have capacities ranging from a few hundred kilowatts (kW) to a few megawatts (MW). These systems are designed to provide backup power for short durations—typically up to a few hours—and to help reduce energy demand during peak periods. They are also used to enhance power quality through voltage regulation and frequency control.
By contrast, large-scale battery storage systems have much higher capacities, typically ranging from tens to hundreds of megawatts. They are designed to store energy from renewable sources such as wind and solar power. These systems can store electricity for longer durations, from several hours to several days, and are often deployed to provide grid services such as peak shaving, load balancing, and frequency regulation.
The physical footprint of C&I energy storage systems is generally smaller than that of large-scale battery storage systems. C&I systems can be installed on-site or at remote locations and are designed to be compact, allowing easy integration into existing buildings or facilities. In contrast, large-scale battery storage systems require significantly more space and are often housed in expansive fields or purpose-built structures to accommodate the batteries and associated equipment.
The differences in both size and capacity between C&I and large-scale battery storage systems stem from the distinct applications they serve. C&I energy storage solution are tailored for providing backup power and reducing peak-hour energy demand for individual facilities. Large-scale battery storage systems, on the other hand, are built to deliver energy storage on a much larger scale—supporting the integration of renewable energy into the grid and offering grid services to the broader community.
Commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage systems typically use energy-type batteries. Since C&I energy storage generally has lower response time requirements, energy-type batteries are chosen after considering factors such as cost, cycle life, and response time.
Energy storage power plants, on the other hand, use power-type batteries for frequency regulation. Similar to C&I energy storage, most energy storage power plants also employ energy-type batteries. However, because they must provide auxiliary power services, the battery systems in frequency regulation (FM) power plants have higher requirements for cycle life and response time. For frequency regulation and emergency backup, power-type batteries are preferred. Some grid-scale energy storage companies have introduced power plant battery systems with cycle lives of around 8,000 cycles—significantly higher than ordinary energy-type batteries.
Commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage battery systems provide comprehensive protection functions for the battery pack, including overcharge, over-discharge, overcurrent, over-temperature, under-temperature, short-circuit, and current limiting protection. They also offer voltage equalization during charging, parameter configuration, and data monitoring via backend software. In addition, they can communicate with various types of PCS (Power Conversion Systems) and enable integrated intelligent management of the energy storage system.
Energy storage power plants have a more complex hierarchical structure for unified battery management across multiple layers and levels. Based on the characteristics of each layer, the system calculates and analyzes various battery parameters and operating conditions to perform functions such as equalization, alarms, and protection. This ensures that each battery group delivers balanced output, keeping the system in optimal operating condition for the longest possible time. Through battery equalization management, the system can provide accurate and effective battery management information, greatly improve energy utilization efficiency, optimize load characteristics, extend battery life, and ensure the stability, safety, and reliability of the entire energy storage system.
The energy storage converter (PCS) is a key device connecting the energy storage system to the grid. In comparison, commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage PCS units are relatively single-function but offer strong adaptability. C&I energy storage inverters are designed for bi-directional current conversion, featuring a compact size and flexible expansion options based on specific needs. They are easier to integrate with battery systems and support an ultra-wide voltage range of 150–750V, making them compatible with lead-acid batteries, lithium batteries, LFP batteries, and other series- or parallel-connected configurations. They also support one-way charging and discharging and can adapt to various types of PV inverters.
The EMS (Energy Management System) for commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage has relatively basic functions. In most cases, C&I EMS does not need to receive grid dispatch commands and is mainly responsible for local energy management. It should support battery balancing within the storage system to ensure operational safety, enable millisecond-level rapid response, and achieve integrated management and centralized control of energy storage subsystem equipment.
In contrast, the EMS for large-scale energy storage power stations has more complex requirements. In addition to basic energy management, it must provide a grid dispatch interface and energy management capabilities for microgrid systems. It needs to support various communication protocols, include a standard power dispatch interface, and be capable of managing and monitoring energy applications such as energy transfer, microgrids, and frequency regulation. Furthermore, it must support monitoring of multi-energy complementary systems, including generation sources, the power grid, loads, and storage.
PCS units in large-scale energy storage power plants have additional grid support capabilities. Their DC-side voltage range is wider, and they can operate at full load up to 1500V. Beyond the basic functions of a converter, they also provide grid support features such as primary frequency regulation and fast scheduling between power sources, grid, and load. They have high grid adaptability and can deliver ultra-fast power response times of less than 30ms.
Commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage systems are primarily designed for on-site or near-site energy storage and management. Their main applications include:
· Backup Power: C&I energy storage solution provides backup power during grid outages or failures, ensuring uninterrupted operation for critical facilities such as data centers, hospitals, and manufacturing plants.
· Load Shifting: These systems help reduce energy costs by shifting energy consumption from peak demand periods to off-peak times when electricity is cheaper.
· Demand Response: C&I energy storage can reduce peak energy demand during high-usage periods (e.g., heatwaves) by storing energy during off-peak times and discharging it during peaks.
· Power Quality: They improve power quality by offering voltage regulation and frequency control, essential for protecting sensitive equipment and electronics.
In contrast, large-scale battery storage systems are designed for grid-scale energy storage and management, with applications such as:
· Storing Energy from Renewable Sources: These systems store intermittent energy from wind and solar power to provide a stable, consistent energy supply.
· Peak Shaving: Large-scale storage reduces peak demand by discharging stored energy during high-demand periods, helping avoid reliance on costly peaker plants.
· Load Balancing: By storing energy during low-demand periods and releasing it during high demand, these systems help balance the grid, prevent outages, and enhance grid stability.
· Frequency Regulation: They maintain grid frequency by absorbing or supplying energy as needed, ensuring stable grid operation.
In summary, both C&I and large-scale battery storage systems offer distinct applications and benefits. C&I systems focus on improving power quality and providing backup power for individual facilities, while large-scale systems support renewable energy integration and grid reliability. Selecting the right system depends on your specific application, storage duration, and cost-effectiveness.
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