FranklinWH’s fresh take on home energy management
FranklinWH Energy Storage Inc. has rolled out a new wave of home energy technology designed to put control back in homeowners’ hands. At the center is the aPower 2 home battery, a 15 kWh unit with a steady 10 kW of continuous output. It’s built for real household demands—power that doesn’t just sit on paper, but shows up when the lights flicker or the bill climbs.
aPower 2: built for whole?home backup
The aPower 2 is engineered to cover the whole house, not just a few outlets. Its 10 kW discharge rate and 185 LRA output are tuned for heavy, short bursts of power—think large HVAC systems kicking on without a hitch. And if your needs grow, it scales with you. Multiple batteries can be stacked for a total of up to 225 kWh, giving you room to expand from essential loads to near?total energy independence over time. It’s also designed to perform across seasons and climates, so reliability isn’t tied to the weather.
Design that blends in—and quiets down
Powerful doesn’t have to mean bulky. The aPower 2’s slim profile and full?height LED light create a clean, modern look that fits a garage wall or utility space without calling attention to itself. Under the hood, fan?less convection cooling keeps things quiet, avoiding the whir you often hear from batteries that rely on fans.
aGate, now easier and smarter
Alongside the battery, FranklinWH has updated its aGate home energy management device. The latest version is built for simpler installation and cleaner connections. Add?ons like a generator module and Bluetooth commissioning help smooth setup and reduce headaches from internet interruptions. In an outage, improved black start capabilities help bring your system online confidently, making aGate a key player when backup power matters most.
Straightforward expansion
Scaling your system is simpler, too. Two aPower units can connect to the aGate using a quad breaker, so there’s no need for a separate combiner box. Fewer parts, fewer steps, a tidier install.
A faster, clearer FranklinWH App
The FranklinWH App has been refreshed to make day?to?day energy management feel more intuitive. Visual updates help you see what’s happening at a glance, while a built?in voice assistant enables hands?free control. With Smart Control features—like personalized schedules and refined energy balancing—you can set your system to work the way you live, whether that’s charging before peak rates or holding back power for evening use.
AI assistance when you ask for it
Smart Voice Control brings AI?driven help into the app experience. Ask for a status check, adjust settings, or get quick guidance, and you’ll get instant responses so support doesn’t feel like a chore.
See it in action at RE+
FranklinWH is demonstrating these updates at RE+, focusing on real?world use and how to get more from every energy dollar. The team is sharing practical takeaways—from the advantages of high?capacity batteries to how Virtual Power Plant incentives can encourage homeowner adoption—so you leave with ideas you can actually use.
Focused on energy independence
Rising costs. Uncertain grids. FranklinWH is building for both. The company’s products are aimed at helping homeowners cut exposure to outages and rate spikes, and to move steadily toward energy on their own terms. Innovation here isn’t just a feature list—it’s a path to more control.
About FranklinWH
FranklinWH Energy Storage created the Franklin Home Power system, a platform recognized for its practical approach to residential energy management. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, the team brings deep experience in design, manufacturing, and installation. The aim is straightforward: help homeowners navigate a fast?changing energy landscape and take measurable steps toward sustainable living and self?sufficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the capacity of the aPower 2, and what kind of output can I expect?
The aPower 2 provides 15 kWh of storage with 10 kW of continuous output, so it’s suitable for whole?home backup and steady daily use.
How long is the warranty on the new FranklinWH products?
The warranty is 15 years or 60 MWh of throughput, whichever comes first.
What does the updated FranklinWH App add for day?to?day use?
It includes a visual refresh, a built?in smart voice assistant, and Smart Control features for personalized scheduling and improved energy balancing, all aimed at easier, hands?free management.
Where can I see these products demonstrated?
FranklinWH is showcasing its latest technology at RE+, with on?site demonstrations and discussions led by the team.
How does the aPower 2 handle different climates and seasons?
It’s designed to operate reliably across a wide range of temperatures, delivering consistent performance year?round.
