Solazone

What Solazone does

Solazone is an Australian solar energy equipment retailer, installer, and consultancy founded in 1983 and headquartered in Burwood, Victoria, with a second showroom, warehouse, and factory in Marcoola, Queensland. The company operates as two separate regional entities (Solazone Victoria and Solazone Queensland) and has extended operations into the Philippines and Vietnam, executing projects across Australia, the Philippines, India, Singapore, and Vietnam.

The company's core offering spans the full solar and renewable-energy stack: solar panels from Australian-made (Tindo) and global manufacturers (Jinko, Risen, Kyocera, Sunpro, plus flexible panels for marine and mobile use); inverters from Australian-made (Selectronic SP PRO, Latronics) and international brands (GoodWe, Fronius, Fimer, Luxpower, AP Systems, Hoymiles); and battery storage including Australian-made PowerPlus Lithium, Sonnen, LG Chem, and Duramax. Beyond core solar, Solazone sells and installs solar pool heating and pumps, pool blankets and rollers, solar hot water, wind generators, DC refrigerators and freezers, solar ventilators and air heaters, compost toilets, grey water treatment systems, and off-grid control cabinets. Notable proprietary or differentiated technology includes the Managed AC Coupling solution developed in 2010 (exclusive to Selectronic-certified installers, providing 0.1% step control of energy flow), Solazone-branded roof ventilators, Solazone air heaters, and pre-wired off-grid control cabinets.

Solazone monetises through multi-channel hardware sales (own website, walk-in showrooms, direct phone/email), professional installation services (residential, commercial, and off-grid systems from 10kW to 100kW), fee-based consultancy charged by project or by the hour, and low-cost or free training and publications for installers and homeowners. Customer segments span residential homeowners (primary), commercial/industrial SMBs (clinics, warehouses, factories, resorts, churches, nurseries), renters (via removable and Queensland-rebate-supported systems), and off-grid/remote-area residents. The company emphasises Australian-made product curation, rebate paperwork handling, end-to-end professional installation, and 40+ years of technical expertise as its primary value proposition. The business is privately held, founder-controlled since 1983, with no external investment or public listing disclosed.

Name

Solazone

Legal name

Solazone Australia

Website

https://solazone.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Solazone is an Australian solar energy retailer, installer, and consultancy (founded 1983) serving residential, commercial, and off-grid customers across Australia, the Philippines, and Vietnam with multi-brand solar panels, inverters, batteries, and complementary renewable-energy products.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Energy Equipment and Installation Services

NAICS

Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311), Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Power, Distribution & Specialty Transformers (3612), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Operations, Maintenance & Asset Management (EUAMABAC), Solar Balance-of-System Components (Cables, Combiner Boxes, Switchgear, Transformers) (EUAMABAG), Solar Inverters, Power Optimizers & MLPE Manufacturing (EUAMAHAB), Commissioning, Testing & Energization Services (Pre-Commissioning, Grid Code Compliance) (EUAMAFAK)

Keywords

• Solar power systems
• Solar panel installation
• Battery storage solutions
• Off-grid solar systems
• Renewable energy equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Burwood

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Solar Equipment Sales: Sale of solar panels, inverters, batteries, solar ventilators, solar hot water systems, wind generators, pool heating, and related renewable energy equipment. Products include both proprietary Solazone brands and third-party branded equipment from manufacturers like Tindo, Jinko, Selectronic, GoodWe, and Fronius.
2. Installation Services: Professional solar power system installation, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. Services include site assessment, system design, installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. The company provides 24-hour support for emergency inverter repairs.
3. Solar Consultancy: Technical consultancy for designing and specifying solar systems. Charged by project or by the hour. Includes supervision of delivery, installation and commissioning. Experience encompasses solar power systems, water heating, pool heating, wind generators, battery systems, composting toilets, and greenhouse heating/cooling.
4. Training and Education: Short practical courses, on-site installation days, discussions, and publications for installers, homeowners, and those wanting to learn about solar. Courses offered in Melbourne, Sunshine Coast, and Philippines city of Davao.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Solazone designs, supplies, and installs solar power systems, battery backup kits, solar ventilation and pool heating equipment, and related renewable energy products for residential and commercial customers across Australia. The company also provides professional installation, maintenance, technical consultancy, and training services for solar energy systems, with international operations extending into the Philippines, Vietnam, India, and Singapore.

Product overview

Solazone is an Australian solar energy equipment distributor and installer founded in 1983, operating separate companies in Victoria (Burwood) and Queensland (Marcoola on Sunshine Coast). The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of solar and renewable energy products across multiple categories: solar panels (Tindo, Jinko, Sunpro, Risen, Kyocera, and flexible panels), inverters (Selectronic, GoodWe, Fronius, Fimer, Latronics, Luxpower, AP Systems, Hoymiles), battery storage systems (PowerPlus Lithium, Sonnen, LG Chem, Duramax), solar ventilation and heating products, solar pool heating and equipment, solar hot water systems, wind generators, DC refrigerators and freezers, compost toilets, and grey water treatment systems. Beyond product sales, Solazone provides installation services, maintenance, repairs, system consultancy, and education/training programs. The company specializes in both grid-connected and off-grid solar solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications across Australia, with operations extending to the Philippines and Vietnam.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Solar Panels Photovoltaic panels for residential, commercial, marine, and mobile applications, including Australian-made Tindo Walara 475W and Karra-410W PERC MONO modules, Jinko Tiger Neo N-Type modules from 440W to 575W, Sunpro 415W Mono PERC modules, Risen poly and mono PERC panels, Kyocera panels for RV/marine use, and semi-flexible panels from 20W to 365W.
• Solar Inverters String inverters, microinverters, hybrid inverters, and battery storage inverters from brands including Selectronic (SP PRO Australian-made), GoodWe, Fronius, Fimer, Latronics, Luxpower, AP Systems, and Hoymiles, ranging from 0.7kW residential to 80kW commercial scale.
• Battery Storage Systems Battery storage solutions including Australian-made PowerPlus Lithium batteries, Sonnen home batteries, LG Chem RESU batteries, and Duramax lithium batteries, available in residential and commercial capacities for off-grid and hybrid solar systems.
• Solar Ventilators and Air Heaters Solazone proprietary solar-powered ventilation products including roof ventilators, sub-floor ventilators, wall/gable ventilators, room ventilators, ceiling fans, and solar air heating systems for greenhouse and building applications.
• Solar Pool Heating Systems Solar pool heating solutions including Ultimate Blue pool heating, evacuated tube pool heating, rigid solar panels, Solartherm panels, budget polypipe solar heating, DIY kits, and automatic controllers for residential pool owners.
• Solar Pool Pumps Solar-powered pool pumps for filtering and heating swimming pools with no operating cost, plus Reltech 240V pool pumps.
• Solar Hot Water Systems Solar hot water heating systems including evacuated tube heaters, low pressure systems, and solar hot water circulation pumps.
• Wind Generators Wind power generators including X-Series horizontal turbines, Q-Series vertical axis turbines, and Red Spiral vertical turbines for hybrid renewable energy systems.
• DC Refrigerators and Freezers 12/24 volt DC refrigerators, freezers, and display fridges designed for solar power and off-grid applications in homes, RVs, and remote locations.
• Composting Toilets and Grey Water Treatment Composting toilets including Nature's Head, Nature Loo, and Clivus Multrum systems, plus grey water treatment systems for recycling and reusing household water in off-grid and eco-friendly applications.
• Home Solar Power Systems Complete residential solar power system design, supply, and installation including panels, inverters, batteries, and metering for owner-occupiers and renters, with optional Australian-made equipment, battery backup, and upgrades/repairs.
• Commercial Solar Systems Commercial solar power systems from 10kW to 100kW with optional battery backup for businesses including clinics, warehouses, factories, offices, shops, resorts, hospitals, and churches.
• Off-Grid Solar Power Systems Stand-alone solar power systems for remote areas without grid access, including battery storage and generator backup, with expertise spanning solar, wind, and DC appliances for fully off-grid living.
• Solar Panel Maintenance and Repairs Professional solar panel cleaning, maintenance, safety checks, system upgrades, and 24-hour emergency inverter repair services for residential and commercial solar systems.
• Solar Systems Consultancy Expert consultancy services for solar system design, specification, and project supervision with over 40 years of experience, covering solar power systems, water heating, pool heating, wind generators, battery systems, composting toilets, and greenhouse heating/cooling. Charged by project or by the hour.
• Education and Training Programs Training programs, short practical courses, on-site installation days, discussions, and educational publications for installers, homeowners, and others wanting to learn about solar technology, offered at low cost or free.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% satisfaction guarantee mentioned on home page

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• Tindo SolarcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1983Australian-made solar panel manufacturer based in Adelaide. Solazone promotes Tindo as their recommended Australian-made panel brand with 25-year warranty. Tindo Walara 475W panels are featured as premium product offering.
• SelectroniccoreTechnology or IntegrationAustralian-made battery-grid-back-up inverter manufacturer based in Melbourne (Wantirna). Selectronic SP PRO Series 2i inverters are offered as premium Australian-made solution for hybrid and off-grid systems.
• PowerPlus EnergycoreTechnology or IntegrationAustralian-made lithium ion battery manufacturer based in Bayswater, Victoria. PowerPlus Lithium batteries are promoted as premium Australian-made energy storage solution.
• Jinko SolarmajorTechnology or IntegrationGlobal Tier 1 solar panel manufacturer. Solazone offers Jinko Tiger Neo N-Type and PERC modules with 25-year performance guarantee.
• GoodWemajorTechnology or IntegrationGlobal PV inverter and energy storage manufacturer with 12 GW installed in over 100 countries. Full range of inverters offered from 1kW residential to 80kW commercial/utility scale.
• FroniusmajorTechnology or IntegrationAustrian inverter manufacturer. Solazone offers Fronius Primo GEN24 single-phase inverters and Symo three-phase inverters as Selectronic Certified compatible options.
• Fimer (formerly ABB Solar Division)majorTechnology or IntegrationItalian inverter manufacturer (acquired ABB solar division in 2020). UNO-DM series single-phase inverters offered as Selectronic Certified compatible grid-tie inverters.
• AP SystemsmajorTechnology or IntegrationMicroinverter manufacturer. Solazone offers AP Systems YC600 microinverters with dual MPPT, 600W output, and panel-level optimization for shaded or complex roof installations.
• HoymilesmajorTechnology or IntegrationMicroinverter manufacturer. 4-in-1 microinverters offered with up to 99.8% MPPT efficiency, external antenna for monitoring, and compliance with Australian standards AS/NZS 4777.2:2020.
• KyocerasupportingTechnology or IntegrationJapanese solar panel manufacturer since 1975. Kyocera panels (160W model at $595) offered for RVs, marine, and mobile applications with proven salt mist corrosion resistance.
• Risen EnergysupportingTechnology or IntegrationState-level high-tech Chinese enterprise with global exports to Europe, America, South Africa, and Southeast Asia. Polycrystalline and monocrystalline PERC panels offered.
• Queensland Government - Supercharged Solar for Renters ProgramsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment incentive program providing rebates of up to $3,500 for landlords to install solar PV systems (3kW or more) on rental properties across Queensland. Solazone assists with program applications.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• AGL Energy: One of Australia's largest energy providers with a solar and battery retail business (Solar AGL / AGL Solar). A broad incumbent touching the same residential solar+battery category as Solazone.
• Origin Energy: Major Australian utility with a residential solar and battery retail arm. Overlaps with Solazone's residential customer segment while operating at vastly broader scale across energy services.
• EnergyAustralia: Major Australian energy retailer that has expanded into residential solar and battery installation. A larger incumbent operating broadly across energy, overlapping with Solazone's solar installation and storage offering.

Direct peers

• Mondo: Australia-focused solar and battery installer backed by Liberty Energy (part of Shell). Comparable as a multi-state Australian solar/battery installer with installer network model similar to Solazone's professional services.
• Natural Solar: Australia-based solar installer focused on residential and commercial customers with battery storage and EV charging. Comparable in customer segments, channel mix (online + onsite) and product breadth.
• Solargain: Australian residential and commercial solar installer/integrator with multi-state operations and in-house battery offerings. Directly comparable to Solazone's residential and SMB solar-plus-battery value proposition in Australia.

Others

• Selectronic: Australian-made inverter manufacturer and Solazone's 'core' technology partner (SP PRO series). Critical supplier — illustrates the dependency on a few key Australian manufacturing partners, while also being the gatekeeper to Solazone's exclusive AC Coupling certification.

Emerging players

• SunPower (now Maxeon / SunPower brand): Premium solar panel brand with global installer network including Australia. Provides competing premium panels that Solazone either resells or competes against depending on customer preference.
• Sonnen (sonnen Australia): Premium German-Australian home battery brand (also a Solazone product line). Competes indirectly with Solazone's battery product mix via its own installer network and direct offerings.
• Tesla Energy: Sells Powerwall batteries and increasingly solar roof/solar panels direct to consumers globally, including in Australia. A growing direct competitor and supplier partner framework that could disintermediate local installers like Solazone.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SolazoneAustralia
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/solazone-india

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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