Connecting energy.
Thinking about safety.

An inverter is a key component of a building’s electrical infrastructure. The demands placed on its development are correspondingly high. Electrical safety, protective functions, monitoring and defined operating states are therefore integral to the product concept behind our solutions.

In doing so, we adhere to the relevant technical requirements and standards for the European market. Safety does not begin with a certificate. It begins at the development stage.

Connected and protected

As digitalisation advances, the role of an inverter is also changing:

• It does not merely process energy
• It communicates

With the home network. With energy management systems. With apps and portals. With other components of a modern energy system. This makes cybersecurity an essential part of modern energy technology.

After all, digital security begins with a system’s architecture:

• What access is permitted?
• What authorisations are required?
• How do devices communicate with one another?
• How are software and firmware updated?

And how can security requirements be taken into account throughout a product’s lifecycle? At KOSTAL, these questions are incorporated into the development and refinement of digitally connected products.

After all, the digital world never stands still

An inverter can remain in operation for many years. During this time, cybersecurity continues to evolve. New requirements arise. Technologies change. Security risks can change.

That is why digital product security does not end with installation. Software and firmware updates make it possible to further develop systems and respond to new requirements.

A long-lasting digital product requires long-term product support.

Your system. Your access rights.

Not everyone needs to have access to everything. Roles and permissions play a particularly important role in networked energy systems. Plant operators, installers and service providers require different functions and access options.

That is why, for us, the controlled management of access rights is an integral part of a responsible digital product concept.

As much access as necessary. As much control as possible.

Energy also generates data

Generation, consumption, charge levels and operating statuses can provide valuable information about an energy system. Handling this data responsibly is therefore a key component of digital energy solutions.

For KOSTAL, the European data protection framework forms the basis for the handling of personal data. Transparency, clearly defined responsibilities and data protection are, for us, integral to a trustworthy digital infrastructure.

Your energy should be smart. Not transparent.

Technology alone does not build trust. Who is behind a digital system is also crucial. Who develops the products? Who provides updates? Who is the point of contact for technical queries? And who takes responsibility when requirements change?

Behind KOSTAL’s solutions stands a European company with development, product and service organisations that support our systems over the long term.

After all, safety requires more than just technology. It requires someone who takes responsibility.

Designed for specialist installers

Cybersecurity is also becoming increasingly relevant for the specialist trade. Network access, passwords, user roles, remote access and updates are now part of everyday life when installing modern energy systems.

KOSTAL therefore supports installers not only with products, but also with documentation, software, service and training. So that a professionally installed electrical system also becomes a professionally configured digital system.

Energy is connected. We ensure that security is taken into account right from the start.