Why Installers & EPCs Should Prefer ACCA Solarius PV
- TheGreen Bein
- 5 days ago
- 6 min read
As an installer or EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) firm, your goals are clear:
faster, accurate designs + fewer field surprises + professional deliverables + profitability.
ACCA’s Solarius PV is built to help you hit all those targets — and now, through The Green Bein, you can get it at a very competitive price with an upfront discount.
Below is what makes ACCA Solarius PV especially suited to installers and EPCs, followed by how its training resources help you get up to speed fast.
1. Fast, Intuitive Workflow That Fits Field Timelines
BIM / CAD / DXF-DWG integration: You can import architectural drawings or site plans directly (e.g. DWG files) and overlay PV modules without starting from scratch.
3D modeling & shading visualization: You can simulate the roof geometry, obstacles (chimneys, parapets, trees), and get a realistic shading map. This reduces surprises once you are on site.
Guided design wizards / assisted layout: Solarius PV supports semi-automated layout steps so your designers don’t waste time micromanaging every panel.
Automatic single-line / wiring diagrams: Rather than manually draw wiring, Solarius PV can generate electrical schematics with cable sizing, protection devices, and AC/DC links — reducing design back-and-forth between electrical and structural teams.
All this means your design turnover per project is faster, with fewer manual corrections or errors. Compared with tools that force you to do wiring / protection separately (or export to other platforms), Solarius PV gives you a more integrated workflow.
2. Shading & Irradiance Accuracy Matters for Real Yield
In real installations, shading and irradiance errors are among the biggest causes of underperformance. Solarius PV helps you mitigate that:
Use Meteonorm™ and PVGIS™ data (depending on region) for accurate solar irradiation.
Derive shading from real geometry (near & far obstacles) or photos / panoramas.
Simulate sun paths over time (daily, monthly, yearly) so you can assess seasonal impact.
This makes your energy yield estimates more reliable — which helps you avoid overpromising and underdelivering.
3. Robust Component Library + Custom Entries
As an installer/EPC, you work with multiple brands of modules, inverters, mounting structures, storage systems, etc. Solarius PV includes:
A large, up-to-date library of PV modules, inverters, batteries, structural systems.
Ability to import or define custom components — so if a new local brand or model emerges, you can add it.
Preconfigured load / consumption profiles, which helps in designing self-consumption systems or hybrid systems.
This flexibility makes the software future-ready and avoids you being locked out of using newer or local components.
4. Financial / Economic Tools Built In ACCA Solarius PV
As EPCs and installers often handle customer proposals, financing, and ROI discussions, it’s critical to have economic modelling inside the design tool:
Solarius PV provides investment cost estimation, cash flow models, payback / ROI / IRR computations.
You can simulate different tariff plans (export/import), loan scenarios, incentives, etc.
Integrated reports give your clients both technical and financial clarity.
You don’t need to export output to Excel and build your own financial model — saving time and reducing bookkeeping errors.
5. Deliverables & Documentation — Ready for Clients & Authorities
One of the most valuable features for installers/EPCs is the ability to produce professional documentation out of the box:
Export technical reports, financial reports, single-line diagrams, bill of quantities, etc.
Output formats: PDF, RTF, DXF/DWG, which are easy to share with clients or construction teams.
Multilingual output (helpful for working in varied markets across Asia).
Customizable templates so your brand identity shows through.
When tendering or obtaining permits, having polished, ready-to-submit documentation is a big advantage. Putting together separate reports manually is time-consuming — Solarius PV speeds that up.
6. Scalability — From Rooftops to Ground-Mounted Parks
Whether you’re designing a residential rooftop system, a commercial rooftop, or a ground-mounted solar farm, Solarius PV adapts:
You can design ground-mounted arrays, with full field layouts, inverter & combiner sizing. (See this demo video on ground-mounted design: Solarius PV Tutorial - Designing a ground mounted PV system YouTube)
You can also design rooftop + facade hybrid systems, complex geometries, multiple plane surfaces, etc.
This flexibility means the same tool can serve you whether you’re handling small installations or big utility-scale projects.
7. ACCA Solarius PV Training & Learning Resources — So You Don’t Get Stuck
One concern with advanced software is the learning curve. With Solarius PV, you have access to a strong set of training and tutorials:
Complete Solarius PV training playlist (22 lessons) on YouTube. ➤ Lesson #01 – Home & overview YouTube
Design from Google Earth image tutorial: Lesson #19 shows how to build from Google Earth views. YouTube
Design from a PDF file: Lesson #20 demonstrates using a PDF plan to layout panels. YouTube
Profitability / financial analysis: Lesson #18 walks through ROI, paybacks, tariff settings. YouTube
Consumption / load modelling: Lesson #17 covers how to model electrical consumption by time bands. YouTube
BIM / object / component design: Lesson #05 – BIM system design introduces objects & module placement in BIM. YouTube
Solution demo 2024: A newer demo showing 3D, workflow & interface — good for showing capabilities to your team or clients. YouTube
Beyond YouTube, ACCA also hosts a structured Solarius PV Complete Training Course (free, ~22 lessons) covering advanced features, available via their BAM/BIM training site. BIM Software Training
These resources mean your team can ramp up quickly, troubleshoot independently, and adopt best practices — reducing downtime or reliance on external trainers.
ACCA Solarius PV – FAQs for Installers & EPC Companies
1. What is ACCA Solarius PV?
Solarius PV is a professional solar design and simulation software by ACCA, used to plan, analyze, and document PV systems—from small rooftops to large solar farms.
2. Who should use Solarius PV?
It’s ideal for solar installers, EPC firms, architects, and engineers who need fast, accurate PV layout, shading analysis, and energy yield calculations.
3. What makes Solarius PV different from other PV design tools?
t combines 3D shading analysis, automatic electrical design, and financial modeling in one platform—something few alternatives like PVsyst or Helioscope provide at this price point.
4. Does Solarius PV support CAD and BIM integration?
Yes. You can import DXF, DWG, and IFC files directly from AutoCAD, Revit, or ArchiCAD, enabling smooth collaboration with architects and engineers.
5. Can Solarius PV calculate shading losses accurately?
Absolutely. It performs 3D near and far shading analysis using solar path simulations to ensure precise energy yield forecasting.
6. What kind of data does Solarius PV use for solar radiation?
It integrates Meteonorm™ and PVGIS™ databases, offering accurate global irradiance data for project locations worldwide, including India and Asia.
7. Can I design off-grid or hybrid PV systems in Solarius PV?
Yes. You can model on-grid, off-grid, and hybrid systems with battery storage and load profiles for residential, commercial, or industrial setups.
8. Does Solarius PV generate wiring diagrams automatically?
Yes. It creates single-line diagrams with cable sizing, inverter grouping, and protection devices — saving hours of manual drafting.
9. Is Solarius PV suitable for both small rooftops and large solar farms?
Yes. It scales easily from 1 kW rooftop systems to multi-megawatt ground-mounted plants with realistic terrain modeling.
10. Can I add my own solar panels or inverters if not listed?
Definitely. The software allows you to add custom PV modules, inverters, or batteries, ideal for local or emerging brands in the Indian and Asian markets.
11. Does it include financial and ROI analysis tools?
Yes. Solarius PV offers payback period, IRR, ROI, and cash-flow projections, making it great for EPC proposals and client presentations.
12. Can I export reports and drawings from Solarius PV?
You can export technical reports, layout drawings, wiring diagrams, and BoQs in PDF, DWG, and RTF formats — ready for tenders or permits.
13. Is Solarius PV cloud-based or offline software?
It’s a desktop-based software that works both online and offline, giving you flexibility even in low-connectivity areas.
14. What is the learning curve for new users?
It’s beginner-friendly. ACCA provides free YouTube training videos and full online courses that make learning intuitive and fast.
15. What is the cost of Solarius PV?
The base subscription costs €7/month (≈ ₹600). Through The Green Bein, you can get up to 10% discount, reducing it to about ₹540/month.
16. How can I purchase Solarius PV in India or Asia?
Simply contact The Green Bein, the authorized ACCA Solarius PV channel partner in Asia, to activate your discounted plan.
17. Does Solarius PV support multiple languages?
Yes. It supports multilingual interfaces and report generation, making it perfect for international EPCs and consultants.
18. Can I import site data from Google Earth or PDF drawings?
Yes. Solarius PV lets you trace PV layouts from Google Earth or PDF blueprints, ideal for rapid rooftop design.📹 Lesson 19 – Google Earth Design
19. Does the software help with cable sizing and protection design?
Yes. It includes automatic cable length calculations, protection device selection, and checks against overvoltage and current issues.
20. Where can I learn advanced Solarius PV techniques?
You can explore the Solarius PV Complete Training Course by ACCA at🎓 bimsoftwaretraining.accasoftware.com
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