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SMA Solar - Pioneer for modern energy management and storage solutions

SMA Solar is a global market leader for advanced energy solutions and offers innovative inverters and storage systems such as the Sunny Boy Smart Energy and the Sunny Tripower 125 for residential and commercial applications. With the new Sunny Central FLEX platform, SMA is setting standards in modularity and flexibility - ideal for the integration of PV systems and grid stabilization requirements. SMA is also driving forward electromobility, for example with the SMA eCharger, which enables cost-efficient and optimized use of solar power for electric vehicles.

SMA's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its low-CO2 production and modular energy solutions that focus on efficiency and long-term added value. This makes SMA the preferred choice for customers looking for a comprehensive and environmentally conscious approach to energy management and storage solutions in the residential and commercial sectors.
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SMA - Quality, experience and price-performance in photovoltaics

Since its foundation in 1981, SMA Solar Technology AG has been a global market leader in the field of inverters and energy management solutions. Based in Germany and with a strong focus on innovation, SMA offers sustainable solutions for private households, commercial applications and large solar power plants. SMA stands for German engineering, highest reliability and technological excellence.

Experience and efficiency from SMA

With over 40 years of experience, SMA has significantly shaped the development of the solar industry. SMA products are in use worldwide and meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. The company offers a broad portfolio of solutions that can be individually adapted to the needs of installers and end users.

Why SMA? - Your advantages at a glance

SMA offers numerous advantages that make its products stand out:

  • Maximum reliability: SMA inverters are characterized by their robust design and long service life.
  • Intelligent energy management solutions: SMA systems seamlessly integrate photovoltaics, battery storage and other energy sources for maximum energy independence.
  • Sustainability and innovation: SMA is committed to climate-neutral production and relies on advanced technologies that make a positive contribution to the energy transition.

Technological highlights and innovations at SMA

SMA is known for its pioneering technologies that combine performance, efficiency and user-friendliness:

  • SMA ShadeFix: This integrated software technology maximizes energy yield, even in shaded conditions, without the need for additional hardware.
  • SMA Smart Connected: An automatic monitoring service that detects potential faults at an early stage and enables rapid service intervention.
  • Sunny Portal and Energy App: Intelligent platforms for monitoring and optimizing energy consumption, offering comprehensive control and analysis of the PV system.
  • Sunny Boy Storage: SMA's powerful battery inverters enable flexible integration of battery storage systems and offer maximum independence from the power grid.

SMA product series at a glance

Inverters:
  • Sunny Tripower 
  • Sunny Tripower X
  • Sunny Tripower CORE1
  • Sunny Tripower Smart Energy
  • Sunny Island 
  • Sunny Boy
  • Sunny Boy Storage 
  • Sunny Boy Smart Energy

Storage:
  • SMA Home Storage

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Frequently asked questions

  • Where does the company produce?
    The company sold its subsidiary in China in 2019 and has since focused on production that takes place exclusively in Germany. Thus, SMA plans to double production capacity at its headquarters by 2024, with the new gigawatt factory measuring approximately 47,000 m2. 
  • What is the production volume of SMA?
    With the doubling of the area, SMA also wants to double the production volume, so that this should be 40 GW after completion of the factory. 
  • Where does SMA have its sites?
    The company is still headquartered in Niestetal in northern Hesse, but is now distributed globally in over 20 countries with its own sales and service companies. More than 3,600 employees work at these locations.
  • Which products does SMA specialize in?
    The SMA company specializes in the production of high-quality and durable inverters. The manufacturer also offers charging solutions for e-mobility and other accessories. 
  • When was SMA founded?
    SMA Solar Technology AG, headquartered in Niestetal, Germany, was founded in 1981. 
  • How long are the company's guarantees?
    Accessory items have a standard two-year warranty, the inverters have a 5-year warranty, and the hybrid inverters come with a 10-year warranty if you register the product on the SMA website.
  • Is SMA sustainable?
    2022, the company was selected as a finalist for the German Sustainability Award. MSCI ESG gave SMA a rating of AAA, the highest sustainability rank, and Sustainalytics ranked the company 38th out of 259. The company also cut a good to very good figure in other ratings, which means that it can be described as very sustainable overall. 
  • What makes the company stand out?
    SMA is a leading global specialist in photovoltaic systems, which provides innovative solutions for all photovoltaic applications and thus wants to ensure more energy independence. In addition, with 40 years of experience in the industry, the company is one of the oldest and most experienced players, which, with the introduction of new technologies, revolutionized the renewable energy sector again and again. This makes SMA a sought-after partner for leading companies from other sectors.