James Oswald - Servicing 3-Phase String Inverters | Ep147

Inverters are the heart of the solar PV plant. With over 10,000 sites across the US, CPS America inverters are busy converting DC solar power to AC grid power - a job that requires sophisticated power electronics and a team of dedicated solar professionals to maintain, upgrade and service those inverters. Welcome to another episode of the Clean Power Hour! Today's episode features James Oswald, Service Director for Chint Power Systems (CPS America). James joined CPS in 2015 when the US was installing a mere 7 GW of solar a year (compared to 20+ GW/year currently). Join our host, Tim Montague, as he sits down with James to discuss the remarkable growth of the industry and the progress CPS has made, how their product line has changed, and how they approach customer service and servicing their fleet of 3-phase string inverters.CPS America has emerged as a force in the US solar industry, and this episode reveals some of the factors that have propelled their growth. By continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible, CPS has developed highly efficient and reliable inverters that have revolutionized the solar energy industry.Throughout the conversation, James provides valuable insights into the company, its approach to 24/7/365 service, and the many career opportunities available at CPS. Whether you're a seasoned professional or early in your solar journey, CPS is hiring for a range of roles including service technicians, engineers, and business developers. CPS welcomes individuals who are passionate about creating a positive impact in the world and the solar industry. The company values people with a strong background in renewable energy, power electronics, and related fields. A dedication to teamwork, problem-solving, and a drive for continuous learning are highly sought-after qualities as well. Key TakeawaysWho is James Oswald, Service Director, CPS AmericaIns and outs of running the Service Dept at CPS AmericaCPS Flex Gateway - communications and monitoring capabilitiesGrowth and evolution of the product line at CPS AmericaCareer Opportunities at CPS America - the life of a field technicianCPS AmericaConnect with James Oswald Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email [email protected] Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: [email protected] Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America’s number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

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