Background

A poultry farmer in East Africa recently purchased a large-capacity 2,000-egg incubator to expand his hatchery business. However, the local grid supply was extremely unstable, with frequent outages lasting several hours each day. Incubators require continuous, stable electricity to maintain temperature and humidity — even short power cuts can cause major losses.

To ensure the incubator runs 24/7 without interruption, we designed a complete solar + battery storage energy system tailored to his operational needs.

Challenges

The customer needed a system that could:

• Provide constant power for the incubator and auxiliary equipment

• Operate independently from the unreliable local grid

• Run day and night, with enough backup storage for cloudy days

• Ensure stable voltage to protect the incubator’s heating and control electronics

Our Solution

We supplied a fully integrated off-grid solar energy package, including:

Solar Panels: 4–5 kW photovoltaic array for daily energy generation

Hybrid Solar Inverter (5 kW): Supports solar input, battery management, and AC output simultaneously

LiFePO₄ Lithium Battery Storage:

48V 200Ah–300Ah (10–15 kWh) configuration

Long cycle life (>6,000 cycles)

Safe chemistry suitable for agricultural environments

The hybrid inverter prioritizes solar power during the day while charging the battery bank. At night or during blackouts, the incubator seamlessly switches to battery power with zero interruption.

Results & Benefits

 Continuous Incubation: The 2,000-egg machine now operates 24 hours a day without power interruptions.

Improved Hatch Rate: With consistent temperature and humidity, the farmer reported a significant improvement in hatch success.

Lower Operating Costs: Solar energy eliminated the need for diesel generators, reducing fuel expenses by over 70%.

Eco-Friendly Solution: Zero emissions, quiet operation, and perfect for rural areas.

Business Growth: The farmer can now expand production reliably, without worrying about grid failure.

Customer Feedback

“The solar and battery system changed my business. My incubator runs day and night, and I no longer lose eggs due to power cuts. It is reliable, clean, and cost-saving.”