An integrated modular unit, the DESS Client combines a Lithium-Ion Iron Phosphate (Li-FeP04) battery pack, a proprietary Battery Management System (BMS), a power conversion system, a remote communication layer, and an enclosure. Installed at the edges of the networks (208 v-240 v), the DESS Client provides local energy storage, available for variable power-level charge and discharge cycles, within the operating constraints of the battery management system. Depending on consumer needs, they deliver power of at least 5kW with total nominal and available energy of at least 20kWh and 15kWh, respectively.

Through a secure web-based user interface designed for either human interaction or automated machine-to-machine integration, the DESS Server remotely manages one or many DESS Clients through an event-based application with administrative configuration and reporting capabilities.

The highly flexible and reliable DESS executes charge/discharge under multiple parameters, and the open information architecture supports extended logic/application at both local and server levels. Greensmith’s optimization of deployment allows a utility to tailor different groups of DESS clients to specific needs, while retaining the ability to centrally control any or all units. Additionally, the DESS allows for less specialized installation personnel due to lower voltage and turn-key solutions.