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Mr. Shekhar Singal, Managing Director, Eastman Auto and Power Ltd.
What are the specific advantages of Hybrid and On-Grid solar systems for commercial and industrial users?
Each solar system—Hybrid and Off-Grid—offers distinct advantages based on the energy needs of commercial and industrial users. Hybrid systems combine renewable energy with grid power or backup sources like generators, ensuring uninterrupted supply during outages and enabling efficient energy management. They allow businesses to store excess energy during off-peak hours and use it during peak demand, optimizing costs. On-Grid systems, connected directly to the utility grid, are ideal for facilities that rely on the grid as the primary source but want to reduce electricity costs and their carbon footprint. These systems are cost-effective, efficient, and easy to maintain, with the added benefit of net metering, which allows surplus energy to be fed back into the grid.
Lithium-based energy storage plays a crucial role across all configurations, providing high energy density, faster charging, and longer lifespan compared to traditional storage solutions. For industrial users, this translates into improved load management, better cost-efficiency, and greater operational reliability. Whether it’s ensuring energy security for critical operations, supplementing grid supply to reduce expenses, or providing autonomous power in remote sites, each solution is tailored to meet specific customer requirements. At Eastman, we focus on offering scalable and reliable energy systems that help businesses maintain productivity while supporting sustainability and operational efficiency.
How do your Lithium-based storage solutions optimize power backup and load management for industrial setups?
Our Lithium-based storage solutions are designed to provide robust and efficient power backup while enabling smarter load management for industrial operations. These systems store excess energy generated during low-demand periods and release it when needed, ensuring a stable and uninterrupted power supply even during grid fluctuations or outages. This helps industries maintain consistent operations without costly downtime, which is particularly critical for sectors that rely on continuous energy, such as manufacturing, cold storage, or data centers.
In addition to backup support, our energy storage solutions optimize load management by intelligently distributing power based on demand patterns. The high energy density and fast response capabilities of Lithium batteries allow industries to shift loads, reduce peak-hour consumption, and balance energy usage throughout the day. This not only improves operational efficiency but also helps in minimizing energy costs and enhancing sustainability. With advanced monitoring and control systems integrated into our solutions, industrial users gain better visibility and control over their energy consumption, making their operations more resilient, cost-effective, and aligned with their long-term energy goals.
Eastman has introduced a diverse range of Lithium Batteries spanning across Wall Mount, Floor Mount & Rack Type. These batteries range from 2.5 kWh to 20kWh+. These are suitable for Commercial & Industrial applications
What are the key considerations when integrating energy storage with solar systems for commercial and industrial facilities?
When integrating energy storage with solar systems for commercial and industrial facilities, the first key consideration is ensuring compatibility between the energy generation and storage components. It’s important that the storage system can handle the power output from the solar arrays and efficiently manage energy during periods of high or low generation. Matching system capacity with the facility’s load requirements is essential to avoid overloading or underutilization, which can affect both performance and cost-effectiveness.
Another important factor is the operational profile of the facility—understanding peak load times, backup requirements, and energy consumption patterns helps in designing a storage solution that meets specific needs. Safety is also a critical consideration, particularly with Lithium-based batteries, where thermal management, fault protection, and proper ventilation are necessary to ensure reliable operation. Additionally, the integration should support seamless monitoring, automation, and control so that energy can be distributed, stored, and used optimally without manual intervention. Finally, compliance with industry standards, warranty coverage, and maintenance protocols are equally important to ensure long-term performance, safety, and scalability of the system.
Can you list the specific products offered under the Hybrid and On-Grid along with Lithium-based energy storage solutions, for the Commercial and Industrial segment?
Eastman offers a comprehensive range of Hybrid and On-Grid solar solutions for the Commercial and Industrial segment, designed to deliver high efficiency, reliability, and scalability. On-Grid solutions include grid-tie inverters from 3 kW to 110 kW (Single & Three Phase) and solar panels from 550 W to 590 W (ALMM Approved, DCR/Non-DCR, TOPCON), featuring zero export functionality, 98.5% efficiency, 10-year warranty, and backward integration of critical components for consistent quality.
Hybrid solutions include inverters from 3 kW to 10 kW (Single & Three Phase) paired with lithium batteries ranging from 2.5 kWh to 20 kWh+ in floor mount, rack, and wall mount configurations, along with the same high-efficiency solar panels. Hybrid systems support parallel operation, work even without a battery, and offer intelligent energy management. All Eastman inverters are equipped with M2M SIM-based network systems, ensuring real-time performance monitoring, predictive maintenance, and secure inverter data protection. Eastman ensures compliance with respect to Data Privacy & Protection for Grid-Tied Inverters.
Eastman today operates eight state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across India: one dedicated to lithium battery production for E-Rickshaw, residential backup, and solar storage; four specialized in power electronics, including inverters and chargers, with backward integration producing cabinets, fans, transformers, and other critical components in-house; and three facilities focused on lead-acid battery production. This robust manufacturing ecosystem underscores Eastman’s commitment to ‘Make in India’, creating resilient, integrated supply chains that drive India’s clean energy transition.
What maintenance and service support does Eastman provide after the installation of solar and storage systems?
At Eastman, customer satisfaction doesn’t end with product delivery—it continues throughout the entire lifecycle of our solutions. Supported by a robust pan-India service network, we provide reliable, on-demand support across urban, semi-urban, and rural regions to ensure uninterrupted operations for our customers.
Our expansive service infrastructure guarantees:
Fast response times
Expert on-site assistance
A strong preventive maintenance ecosystem
To further enhance the customer experience, Eastman has integrated advanced digital and AI-driven service tools that redefine after-sales support:
Eastman One (Hardware + App):A smart ecosystem enabling real-time system monitoring, performance analytics, and predictive maintenance alerts.
AI Voicebot:An intelligent, conversational support assistant that offers instant troubleshooting and guidance.
Eastman Assure: A dedicated service assurance program ensuring priority response and proactive care for C&I clients.
Complaint CRM App: A user-friendly platform for quick complaint registration, live status tracking, and resolution updates.
24×7 Helpline:Round-the-clock technical and service support to keep your systems performing at their best.
Every Eastman service technician is factory-trained and fully equipped to handle everything—from preventive maintenance to advanced technical troubleshooting—ensuring consistent uptime and optimal performance, especially for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) customers where reliability is mission-critical.