GUELPH, Ontario, Aug. 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Canadian Solar Inc. (the "Company", or "Canadian Solar") (NASDAQ: CSIQ), one of the world's largest solar power companies, today announced that the company will now be offering its MaxPower polycrystalline module in a new 320W power class. The MaxPower CS6X-320P is a more robust module with higher power efficiency. In addition, when the MaxPower CS6X-320P module is paired with a respective Canadian Solar CSI-23/28/36KTL-CT 3-phase inverter, a stronger, more cost-effective systems solution can be achieved from a single bankable supplier like Canadian Solar.   

Along with the 310W and 315W polycrystalline modules, the 320W power class is an innovative addition to the MaxPower line of solar PV modules. Consistent with Canadian Solar's high product quality, this module includes the brand's 25-year linear power output warranty and a 10-year product warranty on materials and workmanship.  Furthermore, this new power class gives solar installers and project developers the ability to reduce their overall balance of system costs for small commercial, large commercial, distributed generation, and utility-scale projects.

Dr. Shawn Qu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Canadian Solar, said, "Canadian Solar's new 320W polycrystalline solar module highlights the company's innovative spirit and dedication to product development.  Not only have we been able to achieve one of the highest power classes commercially available, but our ability to offer this module at a competitive price point is a testament to our bankability and reputable position in the industry.   We believe that this new product will satisfy consumer demand for a more efficient module, while at the same time give Canadian Solar leverage over other module manufacturers."

About Canadian Solar Inc.

Founded in 2001 in Canada, Canadian Solar is one of the world's largest and foremost solar power companies. As a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules and a provider of solar energy solutions, Canadian Solar has a geographically diversified pipeline of utility-scale power projects. In the past 14 years, Canadian Solar has successfully deployed over 10 GW of premium quality modules in over 70 countries around the world. Furthermore, Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the world, having been publically listed on NASDAQ since 2006. For additional information about the company, follow Canadian Solar on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or on the website.

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SOURCE Canadian Solar Inc.