THE MEAT INDUSTRY WITH SOLAR

How Solar Power Can Keep Overhead Meat Rail Systems Moving

For abattoirs and meat-processing facilities, reliable electricity is essential. An interruption to power can bring an overhead meat rail system to a standstill, disrupting production and potentially affecting the entire processing operation.

With businesses looking for ways to reduce electricity costs while improving energy reliability, solar power combined with battery storage can provide a practical energy solution.

Solar power for meat processing facilities

TURN SUNLIGHT INTO PRODUCTION POWER

An overhead meat rail system uses electric motors and control equipment to move carcasses through the processing facility. During the day, a solar PV system can generate electricity to help power the rail system and other essential loads such as lighting, refrigeration, pumps and processing equipment. Instead of relying entirely on grid electricity, the business can use its own generated solar energy.

BATTERY STORAGE FOR GREATER RELIABILITY

Solar production isn't constant. Clouds, changing weather and evening operations can reduce available solar energy. That's where battery storage comes in.

Excess solar energy can be stored during periods of high production and used when solar generation drops. A correctly designed battery system can also provide backup power during grid interruptions, helping critical equipment continue operating.

Overhead meat rail system

MORE THAN JUST BACKUP POWER

For an abattoir, solar isn't only about keeping the lights on. A well-designed solar-and-storage system can help businesses:

  • Reduce daytime electricity consumption
  • Reduce exposure to rising electricity costs
  • Keep critical equipment operating during power interruptions
  • Store excess solar energy for later use
  • Improve energy independence
  • Support refrigeration and other essential loads
  • Build a more resilient processing facility

EVERY MEAT RAIL SYSTEM IS DIFFERENT

Before selecting an inverter and battery system, the motor's running load, starting current, operating hours and other connected equipment should be assessed.

This ensures that the solar-and-storage system is correctly sized for the actual requirements of the facility.

READY TO POWER YOUR OPERATION?

Whether you're looking to reduce electricity costs, improve backup power or build a more energy-independent abattoir, Sunstore can help you explore a solar and battery solution built around your energy requirements.

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