Solar-powered security has always made sense on paper. No trenching. No electrical permits. No headaches. And for organizations that have already deployed traditional solar security systems, the value is proven — reliable, field-tested, and purpose-built for demanding environments.
The Gridless SQ Series builds on that foundation with a new option for deployments where solar efficiency and visual design are the priority.
What Is the Gridless SQ Series?
The SQ is Gridless’s newest solar and battery-powered security system — and it’s a fundamental rethinking of how solar surveillance should look and perform.
At its core, it’s the same trusted Gridless platform that enterprise customers, municipalities, and public safety agencies have relied on: integrated cellular connectivity (4G or 5G LTE), cloud-based video storage, compatibility with any VMS, and the modular camera flexibility Gridless is known for. The difference is in the enclosure itself.
Instead of a traditional flat panel mounted above or beside the unit, the SQ houses the Gridless system inside a cube of multi-directional solar panels. Every face of the enclosure is working. Every angle of available sunlight is captured. And the result is a system that doesn’t just perform better — it looks dramatically better doing it.
Why Multi-Directional Solar Capture Matters
Traditional solar security systems rely on a single flat panel — typically tilted at a fixed angle to optimize for one direction of sunlight. That works well at peak conditions, but it leaves energy on the table throughout the rest of the day as the sun moves across the sky, and can suffer in winter months when the sun sits lower on the horizon.
The SQ’s all-angle solar capture design addresses this directly. By harvesting light from multiple directions simultaneously, the system maximizes energy intake throughout the day — not just during peak hours. The result is better overall performance, more consistent uptime, and greater resilience during stretches of overcast weather.
For cold-climate deployments, the SQ is also compatible with Gridless’s cold weather battery — engineered specifically for low-temperature environments where standard batteries lose capacity.
And for customers who want to model their expected performance before committing, Gridless engineers have built a proprietary solar modeling tool that draws on ten years of NREL solar and weather data to estimate real-world uptime at any specific location. That’s not a spec sheet estimate — it’s a site-specific forecast.
A Security System That Fits Its Environment
There’s a reason aesthetics made it into the SQ’s core design brief. Security deployments don’t happen in vacuums — they happen in retail corridors, public plazas, campus entries, residential communities, and commercial properties where the way equipment looks reflects on the organizations deploying it.
For environments where a lower visual profile matters, the SQ delivers. Its clean, enclosed form factor protects all components — cameras, wiring, and the Gridless system itself — from the elements and from tampering. Camera configurations mount discreetly in the base. Custom branding opportunities are available for deployments where brand presence matters. And the streamlined installation process means teams can get a system up and running quickly, without compromising the finished look.
The Same Gridless Performance, Everywhere It Needs to Go
One of the most important things to understand about the SQ is what hasn’t changed: everything under the hood that makes Gridless systems reliable at scale.
The SQ connects via 4G or 5G LTE, integrates with any VMS your team already uses, and stores video in the cloud — just like every other Gridless product. There’s no new software to learn, no new workflow to build. If your team already deploys Gridless systems, the SQ slots in seamlessly.
That also means the SQ inherits the full Gridless support infrastructure — including gMS remote management for monitoring system health and gBMS battery management technology for maximizing battery performance over the life of the system.
The SQ in the Field
The SQ Series is already deployed and performing. The Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC) is one of the leading research organizations advancing loss prevention and security science, working directly with retailers and manufacturers to test solutions in real operating conditions. Their Gainesville, Florida facility hosts one of the first SQ installations, where a unit has been running surveillance using an Axis P1468-LE bullet camera.
It’s a meaningful proof point for retail and loss prevention audiences in particular: real-world performance, in a high-accountability research environment, with a camera configuration chosen for a specific operational need.
Who Should Consider the SQ?
The short answer is: anyone deploying solar-powered surveillance who cares about how the finished installation looks and performs over time.
That includes:
- Municipalities and smart city teams placing systems in public-facing locations where aesthetics matter
- Retail and loss prevention professionals looking for capable, covert-looking systems that don’t detract from customer experience
- Property managers and HOAs who need reliable off-grid security without the look of heavy infrastructure
- Integrators and dealers who want a premium solar option to offer clients alongside traditional Gridless systems
- Any organization looking to add a higher-efficiency, design-forward solar option to their security program
Ready to See It in Action?
The Gridless SQ Series is available now. Whether you’re evaluating it for a single deployment or planning a larger rollout, our team can walk you through configuration options and run a site-specific solar model for your location.
