Faster Time to Market for dhp After Implementing Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Automation Expert

Summary

LONDON, Sept. 3, 2025 – Schneider Electric partnered with system integrator Baffy AG to drive transformation for dhp Technology AG with its HORIZON solar roof technology. By integrating Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Automation Expert, dhp has halved commissioning efforts, gaining a market-leading edge in the retractable roofs and skylights market, which is projected to grow to $1.3 billion by 2033.

dhp Technology’s solar roof solutions are setting new standards in energy innovation for water treatment plants, logistics hubs and car parks. Featuring lightweight, modular designs, these roofs adapt seamlessly to increasing energy demands, providing a future-proof energy infrastructure.These enhancements enable solar roofs to automatically retract during extreme weather conditions such as hail or snow, ensuring resilience and long-term reliability.

Schneider Electric's approach to open, software-defined automation enabled dhp to choose technology that best fits its business goals–regardless of vendor–providing the flexibility required to scale as needed. The EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE) solution decouples the software from hardware. This unlocks seamless integration across various industrial systems. It increases choice, minimizes engineering complexity, and accelerates time to market, giving dhp a clear competitive advantage.

“Our vision is to empower customers to achieve CO₂ neutrality and energy independence while making the most of limited space,” said Gian Andri Diem, CEO and co-founder of dhp Technology. “With EcoStruxure Automation Expert, we’ve cut commissioning times by 50%, streamlined system complexity, and gained the agility required to meet dynamic challenges. On-site technicians now manage automated solar roof systems independently, saving time and delivering superior value to clients.”

Martin Baffy, owner of Baffy AG, explained: “EcoStruxure Automation Expert delivers unmatched adaptability compared to traditional systems. When a controller memory issue arose, plug-and-play technology enabled an effortless swap. This adaptability is essential for dhp, as maintaining manufacturer independence is a priority.”

As the world’s first open, software-defined automation solution, EAE is unbound by hardware, engineered for agility, and empowered by data. It gives our customers the freedom to create bolder innovations, and move faster and smarter than the competition. It supports end-to-end visibility, operational resilience, and adaptability, helping organizations streamline the transition from concept to implementation. With its open architecture, EAE offers customers enhanced control and freedom of choice – without vendor lock-in or compromise.

In addition to EAE dhp’s automation solution integrates advanced weather station plugins via the Harmony P6 industrial PC and Modicon M262 dPAC. 

About Schneider Electric

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