Shoals Technologies Group Secures a New Patent for BLA Architecture, Reinforcing American Intellectual Property
Shoals Technologies Group (Nasdaq: SHLS), a leader in electrical balance of system solutions, has secured a new U.S. patent ('295 patent) for its Big Lead Assembly (BLA) technology. The patent strengthens Shoals' intellectual property portfolio and protects its innovative plug-and-play wiring solution that eliminates traditional combiner boxes while reducing installation time and labor costs.
The company has moved to add this patent to its pending lawsuit against Voltage, LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina to protect against patent infringement. CEO Brandon Moss emphasized the company's commitment to American manufacturing excellence and ensuring fair market dynamics in the U.S. solar market.
Shoals Technologies Group (Nasdaq: SHLS), leader nelle soluzioni per l'energia elettrica balance of system, ha ottenuto un nuovo brevetto statunitense (brevetto '295) per la sua tecnologia Big Lead Assembly (BLA). Il brevetto rafforza il portafoglio di proprietà intellettuale di Shoals e tutela la sua innovativa soluzione di cablaggio plug-and-play che elimina i tradizionali quadri di combiner riducendo tempi di installazione e costi di manodopera.
L'azienda ha deciso di aggiungere questo brevetto alla causa pendente contro Voltage, LLC presso il Tribunale Distrettuale degli Stati Uniti per il Middle District della Carolina del Nord, per difendersi da presunte violazioni. L'amministratore delegato Brandon Moss ha sottolineato l'impegno dell'azienda per l'eccellenza nella produzione americana e per garantire condizioni di mercato eque nel settore solare statunitense.
Shoals Technologies Group (Nasdaq: SHLS), lÃder en soluciones de balance de sistema eléctrico, ha obtenido una nueva patente estadounidense (patente '295) para su tecnologÃa Big Lead Assembly (BLA). La patente refuerza el portafolio de propiedad intelectual de Shoals y protege su innovadora solución de cableado plug-and-play que elimina las cajas combinadoras tradicionales y reduce el tiempo de instalación y los costes de mano de obra.
La compañÃa ha decidido añadir esta patente a la demanda pendiente contra Voltage, LLC en el Tribunal de Distrito de los Estados Unidos para el Middle District de Carolina del Norte, con el fin de protegerse contra la infracción de patentes. El CEO Brandon Moss destacó el compromiso de la empresa con la excelencia de la fabricación estadounidense y con garantizar condiciones de mercado justas en el sector solar de EE. UU.
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Shoals Technologies Group (Nasdaq: SHLS), leader des solutions d'équilibre du système électrique, a obtenu un nouveau brevet américain (brevet '295) pour sa technologie Big Lead Assembly (BLA). Ce brevet renforce le portefeuille de propriété intellectuelle de Shoals et protège sa solution de câblage plug-and-play innovante qui supprime les boîtiers combineurs traditionnels tout en réduisant le temps d'installation et les coûts de main-d'œuvre.
L'entreprise a décidé d'ajouter ce brevet à la poursuite en cours contre Voltage, LLC devant le tribunal de district des États-Unis pour le Middle District de la Caroline du Nord afin de se protéger contre les violations de brevet. Le PDG Brandon Moss a souligné l'engagement de la société en faveur de l'excellence de la production américaine et de l'équité du marché dans le secteur solaire américain.
Shoals Technologies Group (Nasdaq: SHLS), ein führendes Unternehmen für elektrische Balance-of-System-Lösungen, hat ein neues US-Patent (â€�295-Patent) für seine Big Lead Assembly (BLA)-Technologie erhalten. Das Patent stärkt Shoals' geistiges Eigentum und schützt die innovative ±Ê±ô³Ü²µ-²¹²Ô»å-±Ê±ô²¹²â-°²¹²ú±ð±ôö²õ³Ü²Ô²µ, die herkömmliche Combiner-Boxen überflüssig macht und Installationszeit sowie Arbeitskosten reduziert.
Das Unternehmen hat dieses Patent in die anhängige Klage gegen Voltage, LLC beim US District Court für den Middle District of North Carolina aufgenommen, um sich gegen Patentverletzungen zu schützen. CEO Brandon Moss betonte das Engagement des Unternehmens für Exzellenz in der amerikanischen Fertigung und für faire Marktbedingungen im US-Solarmarkt.
- New patent strengthens protection of proprietary BLA technology
- BLA technology reduces installation time and labor costs for solar projects
- Demonstrates company's commitment to protecting U.S. intellectual property
- Ongoing legal dispute with Voltage LLC over patent infringement
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Shoals' new patent strengthens IP position, provides litigation leverage against Voltage, and reinforces competitive barriers in EBOS market.
Shoals' newly secured '295 patent represents a significant enhancement to their intellectual property portfolio protecting their Big Lead Assembly (BLA) technology. This patent issuance is strategically important as it immediately bolsters their ongoing litigation against Voltage, LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina. By expanding their patent coverage, Shoals has effectively strengthened their legal position in this dispute.
The BLA technology � a plug-and-play wiring solution that eliminates traditional combiner boxes � delivers measurable operational advantages by reducing installation time and labor costs while improving long-term performance. From a legal perspective, robust patent protection for this proprietary technology creates defensible market barriers against competitors.
Most telling is Shoals' immediate action to incorporate this patent into existing litigation, demonstrating a proactive IP enforcement strategy. This approach signals to competitors and the market that Shoals intends to vigorously defend its innovation investments. For a company competing in the rapidly growing energy transition space, maintaining technological differentiation through enforceable IP rights is crucial for preserving margins and market position.
The company's emphasis on American manufacturing and innovation in the announcement also aligns with current regulatory advantages for domestic production in the renewable energy sector, potentially strengthening their market position beyond mere IP protection.
PORTLAND, Tenn., Sept. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. (Shoals) (Nasdaq: SHLS), a global leader in electrical balance of system (EBOS) solutions for the energy transition market, announced today the issuance of its new U.S. patent (the �295 patent) that expands its Big Lead Assembly (BLA) intellectual property portfolio and further solidifies its leadership in American energy infrastructure innovation.
The �295 patent adds yet another patent to those already protecting Shoals� BLA, a plug-and-play wiring solution that eliminates traditional combiner boxes, significantly reduces installation time and labor costs, and enables long-term performance on solar projects. Shoals has moved to add the newly issued Patent to its pending lawsuit against Voltage, LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina to protect against Voltage’s infringement of the �295 patent. By securing and defending its intellectual property, Shoals ensures that innovation is rewarded and that customers benefit from authentic, high-performance solutions.
“This newly issued patent is a testament to our relentless pursuit of innovation and our deep-rooted commitment to American manufacturing excellence,� said Brandon Moss, CEO of Shoals Technologies Group. “It not only safeguards our proprietary BLA technology but also reinforces our leadership in the U.S. solar market. By protecting our intellectual property, we’re ensuring fair market dynamics so customers can trust the quality of the solutions they deploy on energy projects.�
As the demand for American energy resources accelerates, Shoals remains resolute in advancing high-quality, U.S. manufactured solutions. With a focus on reliability, innovation, and long-term value, Shoals continues to advocate for integrity in the solar supply chain, ensuring that domestic manufacturers are empowered to lead the energy transition.
About Shoals Technologies Group, Inc.
Shoals Technologies Group is a leading provider of electrical balance of systems (EBOS) solutions for the energy transition market. Since its founding in 1996, the Company has introduced innovative technologies and systems solutions that allow its customers to substantially increase installation efficiency and safety while improving system performance and reliability. Shoals Technologies Group is a recognized leader in the renewable energy industry. For additional information, please visit: https://www.shoals.com.
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