We are proud to share one of our recent commercial solar projects — a large-scale solar PV installation for a chicken farm in Te Aroha, designed to significantly reduce energy costs while improving long-term energy resilience.
Agricultural operations such as poultry farms have high and consistent electricity demand. By integrating solar power, this site can now generate a substantial portion of its energy onsite, reducing reliance on the grid and protecting the business from rising electricity prices.
🔧 System Overview
This project consists of two independent 30kW and one 50kW three-phase solar PV systems, engineered for reliability, efficiency, and scalability.
Key system components include:
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Total PV capacity: 124kW
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Solar panels: 248 × 500W solar panels
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Inverters:
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2 × 30kW three-phase inverters
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1 × 50kW three-phase inverter
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Electrical supply: Three-phase commercial connection
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Monitoring: Full real-time monitoring system installed
The system layout was carefully designed to maximise solar generation while matching the farm’s operational load profile.
📊 Smart Monitoring & Performance Visibility
To ensure optimal performance, we installed a comprehensive monitoring system that allows the farm owner to:
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Track real-time solar production
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Monitor system health and inverter performance
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Identify potential issues early
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Review long-term energy generation data
This level of visibility helps ensure the system continues to operate at peak efficiency year-round.
🌱 Sustainable Farming with Long-Term Benefits
By investing in solar energy, this Te Aroha chicken farm is now benefiting from:
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Lower electricity costs
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Reduced carbon footprint
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Increased energy independence
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Improved sustainability credentials
Solar PV is an excellent solution for agricultural businesses looking to future-proof their operations while making a positive environmental impact.
🤝 Delivered by Cyrus Electrical Engineering Ltd
At Cyrus Electrical Engineering Ltd, we specialise in commercial and agricultural solar PV solutions across New Zealand. From system design and engineering through to installation and monitoring, we deliver tailored solutions that meet real-world energy demands.
If you’re considering solar for your farm or business, we’d be happy to help.
📩 Get in touch to discuss your solar project today.