MyEnergy Engineering
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Perched amongst the rugged peaks of the Gammon Ranges in South Australia's far north, Grindell's Hut is one of the region's most iconic remote accommodation destinations. Originally built in the late 1800s as a shepherd's hut during the area's pastoral era, the historic stone hut now provides visitors with a unique outback experience surrounded by some of Australia's most spectacular mountain landscapes. Located far from any grid infrastructure, reliable off grid power is essential to support guests and ensure the accommodation can operate year-round.
Power Requirements for Remote Accommodation
This customer needed a reliable off grid power system capable of supporting lighting, refrigeration, communications and other essential electrical loads year-round. The system also needed to be designed to accommodate the fluctuating demands of the accommodation, with occupancy ranging from a single guest to groups of more than ten people, while delivering dependable power in one of South Australia's most isolated tourism destinations.
A Tailored Off Grid Power Solution
MyEnergy designed and installed a tailored off grid power system specifically suited to the accommodation site's energy requirements and remote location. The power system was built and tested at MyEnergy HQ, inside one of our smallest weatherproof and vermin-proof steel cabinets before being transported to site for a streamlined installation. While this cabinet size is less commonly used within our range of off grid power systems, it was ideally suited to the accommodation's requirements, providing reliable protection for critical system components in the harsh conditions of the South Australian outback.
Utilising the available roof space, a 4.75kW solar array comprising 10 JA Solar panels was installed using a Schletter roof mounting system, providing a secure and durable foundation for the solar installation. Combined with 10.24kWh of ZYC Energy SIMPO battery storage and Victron Energy equipment, the completed system delivers reliable power throughout the year while allowing operators to monitor and manage system performance via the Victron Ekrano GX. The system was also designed with future expansion in mind, allowing additional capacity to be added should energy requirements increase over time.
Off Grid Power System Overview:
- Solar: 4.75kW JA Solar Panels
- Inverter: 6kVa - Multi RS Solar 48/6000/100-450/100
- Battery: 10.24kWh ZYC Energy SIMPO Battery Storage
Key Components:
Reliable Off Grid Power for Remote Outback Tourism
With extensive experience delivering off grid power systems to some of Australia's most remote locations, MyEnergy provided a solution tailored to the unique requirements of Grindell's Hut and its accommodation offerings. The completed system delivers reliable year-round power to support guest comfort and the day-to-day operation of the accommodation, while its scalable design and proven components provide the flexibility for future expansion, helping ensure this iconic Gammon Ranges destination can continue welcoming visitors for years to come.
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