If you haven’t heard the commotion around SPAN Panel technology, we’re about to change that!
Energy savings, visibility and system modernization. These are just a few benefits homeowners can expect when installing a SPAN panel!
SPAN’s innovative technology offers homeowners a new sense of transparency and control over their home’s electricity use.
Our team at Jay Moody HVAC strives to provide customers with top-of-the-line innovative home improvement options. We believe SPAN is just that!
In this article, we will discuss what these smart electrical systems are, how they work, the benefits and of course, some limitations of the product.
What are SPAN Panels?
SPAN offers an efficient replacement for your home’s existing electrical panel. Through advanced sensors and programming protocols, these smart systems optimize power distribution in real time, ensuring responsive and efficient electricity use.
SPAN panels are listed as Energy Management Systems by the NEC.
Unlike traditional panels, SPAN offers homeowners circuit-level control and monitoring via smartphone!
How do SPAN Panels work?
With SPAN, homeowners can turn off power in areas of the home that do not require constant electrical use.
This can be done manually through the SPAN app, or automatically through SPAN’s PowerUp analysis of the home’s electrical usage.
What are the benefits of SPAN Panels?
1. Energy Efficiency
While few homes require power to every circuit all at once, all the time, traditional panel technology offers no other option. SPAN has solved this efficiency dilemma with its smart panel!
Advanced monitoring and control of electrical usage make for a more energy-efficient option compared to traditional electrical panels. Plus, using SPAN’s smart load management can provide a longer run time for your battery backup system!
2. Long-Term Cost Savings
SPAN’s circuit-level monitoring and control makes it easy for homeowners to see their electricity usage in real time.
By better understanding your energy home’s consumption, you can make sure you are not accidentally spending on unnecessary electrical use.
For homes with time-of-use rates, SPAN’s smart panel adjusts electrical usage to take advantage of times when electrical rates are lower.
3. Scalability
SPAN smart panels monitor and prioritize circuits using SPAN’s proprietary PowerUp software. PowerUp allows the panel to load-shed non-essential electrical usage (car chargers, hot tubs, etc…), so they are not all running at once.
This load-shedding feature allows qualified contractors to connect additional equipment that would otherwise require a costly service upgrade.
4. Current & Future Integrations
SPAN panels already offer full and efficient integration with many electrical systems! Examples include SPAN’s electrical vehicle charging station, specific Mitsubishi mini-split systems and certain brands of solar and energy storage systems.
We have great news for those looking to add solar to their home! SPAN panels are also 225 amp rated. This allows for larger solar arrays to be installed without any further need to upgrade your home’s system.
Plus, SPAN panels are developed with future integrations in mind! This means your current SPAN panel will likely be compatible with even more systems soon.
Even in instances when SPAN doesn’t offer full integration, it continues to add advanced transparency and control to your home compared to traditional electrical panels.
Limitations
1. Price
Due to their extensive technology, SPAN ‘s smart panels are significantly more expensive than traditional panels. For some, the price tag is a potential barrier.
However, in instances where a SPAN panel is a viable option instead of a necessary service upgrade, SPAN panels are far less expensive than a service upgrade.
2. Integration Limitations
SPAN panels offer seamless integration with many battery power backups, which is a valuable feature to ensure continuous power during outages.
However, in Massachusetts, various town fire codes limit the use of backup batteries, making this feature unusable for many residents. These restrictions can make it challenging for homeowners to fully utilize all the benefits SPAN has to offer.
Other Important Points:
The SPAN panel is designed for convenience rather than distribution. It prioritizes load shedding for circuits that can be switched on and off momentarily without inconveniencing the homeowner. If there are too many large critical loads that need to run simultaneously, SPAN may not be a viable option.
This makes it especially important for homeowners to work with a SPAN Authorized Installer, like Jay Moody HVAC.
Doing so helps to ensure proper installation and operation of SPAN electrical systems.
Whether you’re seeking a free electrical quote or have more questions about SPAN technology, Jay Moody HVAC’s team of licensed electricians is here for you!
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