In this latest software update from SolarPlus, we are rolling out a powerful series of improvements now grouped under the recently introduced Pro Tools Collection – a suite of advanced tools built specifically for commercial solar and battery professionals.
These latest updates – including enhanced battery autonomy analysis, peak shaving modelling, and upgrade ROI tools – are just the beginning. The Pro Tools Collection is your gateway to true energy and financial pro tool performance for large-scale projects.
Near Shade Analysis & Terrain Shade Modelling
The SolarPlus performance engine continues to set the benchmark for solar design software, now introducing another industry-leading upgrade for solar professionals.
Our enhanced shade analysis feature uses advanced ray tracing to model solar irradiance on module cells throughout the year. It accurately accounts for shading from terrain, trees, and tilt frames, while incorporating module-level diode and half-cut cell current tracing for greater precision.
SolarPlus users can adjust horizon shading parameters—including solar altitude and minimum shade factor—as well as apply minimum shade derating values across the system.
By factoring in both beam irradiance and diffuse transposition, SolarPlus delivers highly accurate performance reporting; ideal for everything from high-end residential designs to complex, large-scale commercial projects.
Battery Sizing Optimiser
Battery Upgrade Advantage Report
With battery rebates and rising energy costs, it’s more important than ever to clearly demonstrate the savings from a battery upgrade or a solar + battery system.
SolarPlus equips you with detailed financial modelling and proposal-ready metrics to highlight the value of your upgrade solution.
Key features include:
• Grid blackout protection, with backup system modelling to support your proposal
• Comprehensive before-and-after financial analysis
• Self-consumption and upgrade reporting to meet retailer compliance requirements
Give your customers confidence in their investment and give your business the tools to close more battery sales.
Battery Backup and Autonomy Viewer
Don’t get caught out with insufficient backup insights when selling battery solutions.
The SolarPlus Backup and Autonomy Viewer gives you instant visibility into the system’s performance during the worst five days of the year, helping you set realistic expectations and educate your customers effectively.
You can also simulate a grid blackout at any time of year to assess the system’s hours of battery autonomy and backup capacity.
Peak Shaving Monthly Modelling Analysis
With high demand charges continuing to affect commercial clients, the ability to model and maximise peak shaving benefits presents a major opportunity to showcase battery value.
For customers with variable loads or seasonal tariffs, SolarPlus now enables monthly peak shaving threshold modelling; essential for accurately projecting savings across the year.
This capability is further enhanced with advanced controls for grid charging, battery export, and time-of-use discharge, allowing you to deliver precise, high-impact proposals.
