San Francisco based Upsolar, a leading international solar module supplier, today announced it signed a 6 MW distribution agreement with Focused Energy, a wholesale distributor of residential and commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) products. Troy Dalbey, Managing Director of Upsolar America Inc., said “Upsolar has been a trusted module supplier in Europe for years, and we’re now building a leadership position in the developing North American solar market. Gaining access to Focused Energy’s broad customer base is an important part of that story. The more North American customers are aware of our products – and recognize that our modules are backed by an industry-leading warranty and performance guarantee – the more growth we can expect.”
Focused Energy will offer Upsolar’s line of modules to its North American customers throughout 2011. In June Focused Energy began shipping Upsolar’s modules on a trial basis and opted to expand the distribution agreement for 2011.“Our goal is to enable solar integrators to meet any customer need, which means aligning ourselves with technology providers who can offer an assortment of attractive solar options. Upsolar’s module customization options, including Zep frames and AC-enabled junction boxes, make the company an ideal partner,” Paul Benson, Focused Energy CEO, said. “We are also drawn to Upsolar’s commitment to quality and affordability, and we’re convinced the company will be a valuable asset to our distribution portfolio for years to come.”Upsolar’s “Excellence at Each Step” approach to manufacturing allows it to realize unusually high quality standards.