Gripple is thrilled to announce that its innovative Power-Tie has been recognized as Best in Show (large-scale category) at the inaugural Solar Power World Top Products Awards 2024.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything Gripple does, and this prestigious award highlights the company’s commitment to enhancing the efficiency, safety and longevity of solar installations with innovative solutions.
Solar energy plays a crucial role in the transition to a more sustainable future, but long-term efficiency depends on the reliability of every component. One of the most overlooked yet essential aspects of solar installations is cable management. When poorly executed, it can lead to unnecessary maintenance, site downtime or even fire hazards.
Power-Tie was designed to address this challenge. Designed to last the lifetime of a solar plant, it combines the robust durability of steel banding with the flexibility and ease of installation of traditional zip ties. The result? A permanent, maintenance-free solution that prevents costly cable failures and significantly enhances site safety.
The Solar Power World Top Products Awards celebrate the most innovative and game-changing products shaping the U.S. solar industry. The judging panel highlighted the importance of high-quality wire and cable management, noting that:
“Even ‘simple’ things like wiring and connectors often cause increased maintenance costs and can lead to catastrophic events like fires. Reliable wire ties that can withstand harsh real-world conditions help keep solar plants running like they’re supposed to.”
Jonny North, Solar Product Manager at Gripple, expressed his pride in the recognition, saying:
“Being recognized as one of the solar industry’s best products is a great honour, but it is also a reflection of the hard work and dedication that has gone into this product. Everything we do at Gripple is about making a difference, and from our very first conversations with solar industry stakeholders, it was clear cable management was an area lacking innovation.”
With up to a quarter of all solar site issues linked to poor wire and cable management, Power-Tie is a game-changer. Not only does it help to eliminate these preventable problems, but it also provides an industry-leading 20-year warranty, offering installers and operators peace of mind.
Gripple believes that sustainability and innovation go hand in hand, and the company continues to expand its solar product range, and remains committed to delivering solutions that enhance solar infrastructure while reducing waste, maintenance, and environmental impact.
Winning the Best in Show award is not just an achievement, it’s a motivation. As Jonny North perfectly summed up:
“There really is nothing else like Power-Tie on the market, and as we continue to grow our solar range, we can confidently say our products are having an impact. That is something to be proud of, and I know this award will motivate the entire team as we continue to grow our presence in the sector.”
