Stäubli, Create Energy to manufacture next-generation PV connectors in U.S., designed to handle dynamic mechanical stress
Create Energy continues to build its un-Evil Empire, this week announcing a strategic manufacturing partnership with Swiss-based Stäubli to produce a next-generation PV connector for solar tracker sites.
As we discussed with both Dean Solon, Founder and CEO at Create Energy, and the Stäubli team at RE+, is that “issue with PV connectors” in the field is not the fault of PV connectors, but rather the fault of design and installation teams, especially when it comes to tracker projects. Create debuted the CR8-CNDM PV connector protector at RE+ as one solution.
Now, going one step further, the Stäubli and Create teams say this new design will address long-standing challenges in the tracker market and is specifically designed to withstand the dynamic mechanical stress and environmental conditions unique to solar trackers
“The misuse of PV connectors in the tracker market has been a huge issue, compromising EBOS integrity and long-term performance,” said Dean Solon, Founder and CEO at Create Energy. “I have been friends with Ian Pratt and the North American Staubli team for over 20+ years. This partnership with Stäubli allows us to deliver a purpose-built solution that not only solves this problem but also pushes the industry forward. Another partner in our un-evil empire!”
By leveraging Stäubli’s high-quality materials, electrical design expertise, and Create Energy’s precision engineering, the product promises to enhance connector longevity, reduce maintenance costs, and improve overall energy yield.
“We’re excited to collaborate with Create Energy to bring this innovation to life and contribute to increasing safety and performance in the PV tracker systems,” said Matthias Mack, Vice-President Renewable Energy at Stäubli. “Together, we’re setting a new benchmark for PV connectivity in the renewables space, and we are excited about this future collaboration!”
The connector is expected to launch in 2026, with distribution across North America and international markets.
