SOLS

Series
Product Overview

SOLS Applications
Met Towers
Transmission Towers

Solar Obstruction Lighting Systems

High reliability beacon systems powered by the sun.

Catenary Spans

For tower, airfield and general obstruction lighting needs in locations where access to

Communications Towers

commercial power is challenging, Northern Reliability has your complete FAA compliant

Wind Turbines

solution. Our SOLS series products use photovoltaic (PV) panels to provide day and

Bridges

night lighting when site or grid power is unavailable, unreliable, or prohibitively

Airport Towers

expensive. The energy captured by the PV panels is stored in a battery bank, providing

Airstrip Obstructions

continuous power during times of low sunlight.

Northern Reliabilitys Solar Obstruction Lighting Systems (SOLS Series) incorporate:

Self-monitoring beacon that operates from photocell commands, in accordance

with customizable programming regime

Interconnected customer SCADA network for real-time smart monitoring,

ensuring the efficiency and optimum performance of the system 24/7

Minimal maintenance requirements over long service life

Rugged design, built to perform in the harshest of climates

Intelligent controls that protect system by managing components and adjusting

to various environmental conditions

Ground or tower mounting systems, customized for the application

Northern Reliabilitys obstruction lighting and power

solutions were integral to our project. We had challenging
deadlines and site limitations, and their highly skilled team
worked closely with us to help meet our goals.
Randy Koncelik, Sr. Project Manager, PSE&G

northernreliability.com

Delivering Power, Anywhere

Experience You Can Rely On

Northern Reliabilitys experienced team of engineers and field service personnel have designed and installed SOLS systems
for use throughout the world, making our product a proven power solution for a wide range of applications and climatic
conditions. Below is a sample of some of our recent projects.

National Grid

Pacific Gas & Electric

Public Service Electric & Gas

Niagara River Crossing, Niagara

Falls, NY

Mateo & Dumbarton Bridge

Crossings, San Francisco, CA

Susquehanna-Roseland Line, NJ
something

Objective
Customer required power solution to
mark catenary river crossing, where
access to power was very expensive
due to roads and wide river span.

Objective
PG&E required replacement batteries
and solar panels on two SOLS systems,
after 16 years of successful system
operation.

Objective
PSE&G required obstruction safety
lighting for utility towers along 45
miles of new 500,000 volt transmission
line.

Solution
Northern Reliability designed FAA
certified aircraft obstruction lighting
system, resulting in considerable cost
savings for customer.

Solution
Northern Reliabilitys field service team
replaced the batteries and panels with
high quality components, ensuring
these systems will see another 16
years of service.

Solution
Northern Reliability designed and built
twenty-six SOLS systems, with custom
engineered solar array and power
equipment mounting structures for
both pole and lattice towers.

Why choose us?

Northern Reliabilitys FAA compliant systems offer:
7-day autonomy standard on all systems, customizable for specific needs
12-15 year battery life
Fully autonomous operation, with remote monitoring capabilities
Rugged, environmentally controlled enclosure, protecting components from
climatic extremes
Proven design based on more than three decades of experience

Northern Reliability is a solutions-focused engineering company that designs, builds, and services stand-alone
electric power systems for customers needing reliable continuous power for their business or community. Our
systems provide renewable electricity for critical off-grid applications, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and
provide energy security and independence from conventional energy sources. Northern Reliability
Delivering Power, Anywhere

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