The approach reflects broader market dynamics: rising demand for residential resilience, ongoing supply chain constraints, and increasing utility interest in distributed energy resources.
A key element of FranklinWH’s strategy is expansion of its Santa Clara, California, manufacturing facility. The company expects the site to double output in 2026, supported by AI-enabled production systems designed to streamline assembly and reduce delivery times.
The goal is to reduce project friction for installers operating in a fast-growth storage market, where delays in equipment availability can disrupt timelines and margins. By investing in domestic production and logistics, FranklinWH is positioning itself to mitigate supply chain volatility while improving speed to market.
The strategy also underscores a longer-term commitment to U.S.-based operations rather than a short-term response to demand spikes.
Product refinement remains central to the company’s positioning. FranklinWH’s aPower 2 and aPower S battery systems are already deployed in residential applications, but the company continues to incorporate installer and homeowner feedback into ongoing updates. The emphasis is on installation efficiency, performance optimization, and long-term serviceability.
At Intersolar, FranklinWH is introducing the RSD Duo, a rapid shutdown enhancement designed for rooftop solar systems. Unlike conventional rapid shutdown devices that rely on a single circuit, the RSD Duo incorporates dual parallel circuits to provide redundancy. If one circuit fails, the system continues functioning as a rooftop shutdown device, maintaining compliance and operational continuity.
For contractors, the value proposition centers on an integrated, code-compliant solution that simplifies installation while addressing safety requirements. For homeowners, the focus is system reliability during grid outages or peak demand events.
Beyond individual installations, FranklinWH is expanding participation in demand response and grid services programs across multiple U.S. markets. As utilities introduce incentives and performance-based compensation for qualified storage systems, residential batteries are increasingly positioned as grid-support assets rather than standalone backup solutions.
This evolution places greater emphasis on system reliability, software integration, and long-term operational performance. For installers and homeowners, it introduces additional financial considerations tied to grid participation and incentive structures.
