Hillcrest Energy Technologies Partners with Powertech Labs to Advance Grid Inverter Technology

Hillcrest Energy Technologies has announced a significant partnership with Powertech Labs, a subsidiary of BC Hydro, to advance the development of grid-connected power conversion technologies. Under this agreement, Powertech Labs will provide comprehensive testing and consulting services to support Hillcrest in the development and validation of its Zero Voltage Switching inverter technology for grid-connected applications. This collaboration represents a crucial step forward in bringing Hillcrest's grid inverter technologies to market by leveraging Powertech Labs' state-of-the-art test facilities and extensive industry expertise.

James Bolen, the Chief Commercialization Officer of Hillcrest Energy Technologies, emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership in accelerating the development timeline for their innovative technology. The collaboration enables Hillcrest to access Powertech Labs' experienced experts and extensive industry relationships, which will be instrumental in validating the performance and reliability of the ZVS technology under real-world grid conditions. This partnership represents a significant milestone for Hillcrest Energy Technologies as it progresses toward commercializing its innovative inverter technology.

Hillcrest's ZVS technology is positioned to establish new industry standards for grid-connected power inverters through its focus on unparalleled efficiency, performance, and reliability. The technology promises to enhance power quality while minimizing harmonics and reducing current distortion injected into the grid. These improvements provide substantial benefits to grid operators by requiring less maintenance effort and reducing overall system costs. The technology also offers strategic advantages in system design and operation, including improved energy output predictability and enhanced grid stability.

The collaboration with Powertech Labs positions Hillcrest to revolutionize grid-connected applications by accelerating the development and validation process for its cutting-edge technology. By leveraging the expertise and resources available through Powertech Labs, Hillcrest can more effectively demonstrate the commercial viability and performance advantages of its ZVS inverter technology. This partnership ultimately benefits the broader energy sector by advancing technologies that improve grid efficiency and reliability while reducing operational costs for utility providers and grid operators.