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Solar & Methanol join forces. This is the ARC Generator.

Rail

ARC-GEN is an advanced and multi-functional hybrid power platform, leveraging solar and methanol to provide telecommunications and surveillance at level crossings, depots and train stations. This system can provide reliable and clean energy in complex and disconnected trackside locations anywhere.

Security

ARC-GEN can deliver reliable power in all conditions for a range of surveillance and security sensors. This highly versatile platform can stream footage, analytics and alerts in real time to your monitoring centre all year round.

Telecoms

ARC-GEN can provide connectivity, including wireless point to point, mesh, cellular and satellite networks in the most hostile and remote locations. This hybrid power platform can deliver reliable and clean energy for your telecommunications devices, delivering connections where you need it.

Highways

Designed for remote and off-grid locations, ARC-GEN can integrate specialist highways IoT devices, radars and surveillance cameras. In addition, due to the high power capability, it can deliver power for TASCAR, Stopped Vehicle Detection Radars and stream alerts to where you need it.

Construction

Developed for rugged environments, ARC-GEN can provide first to site telecommunications for office buildings and advanced perimeter detection to protect your assets and vehicles. Connected to your monitoring centre, ARC-GEN will stream surveillance, smart analytics and alerts.

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ARC-GEN is a sustainable and versatile power platform that combines solar and methanol energy. It delivers hybrid power solutions to remote and disconnected locations, supporting various sensors, IoT devices, and telecommunications equipment.

Battery Storage

Our onboard battery system stores cean energy, for when needed. 

Solar Ready

Our QuickGrid System can simply plug-in and deliver instant power. 

Instant Clean Power

Methanol fuel powers our onboard fuel cell. 

Plug and Play

Designed to be quickly deployed for on demand power.

The ARC-GEN System offers the capability to deliver both solar and methanol power, catering to a broad spectrum of stationary and mobile applications. This includes vital sectors Highways, Rail, Oil and Gas and Defence. When deployed in off-grid locations, ARC-GEN not only provides essential power but also ensures connectivity and integrates smart technologies precisely where they are needed.

System benefits include: 

  • Environmental Friendliness: ARC-GEN is environmentally friendly, optimising solar yield, emitting extremely low CO2 emissions and is constructed from recyclable components. 

  • Continuous Energy Supply: It provides 24/7 energy through a combination of solar and methanol power, ensuring reliable operation year-round.

  • Reliability: The system has been tested and proven to operate reliably in extreme weather conditions and temperatures, making it suitable for various challenging environments.

  • Energy Independence: It reduces the reliance on hardwired power or data connections, making it ideal for remote and off-grid locations.

  • Automation: The system automatically charges through solar power during the day and uses the methanol generator to recharge the batteries at night, ensuring continuous operation.

  • Rapid Deployment: ARC-GEN can be rapidly deployed, especially on highways, to reduce road closures and increase safety.
     

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The ARC-GEN System boasts a range of advanced features, including intelligent operation in challenging environments, environmental friendliness, continuous energy supply, exceptional reliability, energy independence, automated charging, and rapid deployment capabilities. Key features include:

  • Solar and Methanol Power: The ARC-GEN combines solar and methanol generator technology to generate up to 200kWh of power per month. This dual power source ensures continuous energy supply, making it suitable for various applications.

  • Durable Construction: The system is built to withstand harsh environments, with steel and powder-coated components. It also features integrated forklift slots and lifting points for easy deployment in remote and challenging locations.

  • Security Measures: The ARC-GEN is designed with anti-theft and anti-vandalism features, including built-in GPS, concealed hinges, a ruggedised and lockable cabinet with an IP66 rating. This ensures the system remains secure and operational in remote areas

  • Connectivity: The system is equipped with integrated 4G and 5G cellular connectivity, allowing for real-time data transfer and proactive onboard maintenance all year round. 

  • Advanced Control System: The ARC-GEN includes an advanced control system that enables remote monitoring of system performance. This capability enhances reliability and simplifies maintenance, especially in remote locations.

  • Methanol Fuel Management: The integrated methanol generator and fuel management system when combined with solar, extend the generators and battery lifespan, and reduce CO2 emissions. 
     

Deploying a solar and methanol-powered systems offers a versatile and reliable energy solution, combining the sustainability and cost-effectiveness of solar power with the continuous, high-density energy supply from methanol fuel cells. 

Energy Density

Methanol fuel cells offer higher energy density, allowing for more compact and efficient energy storage and generation.

Environmentally Friendly

Methanol is a renewable, cleaner fuel that reduces greenhouse gas emissions and pollutants compared to fossil fuels.

Reliable Power

Methanol fuel cells ensure a continuous and reliable power supply, complementing solar energy during periods of low sunlight.

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