#97 - The SIG Meltdown w/ Anthony Bennett

Send us Fan MailThis episode takes a detailed look at the Sigenergy recall, covering the timeline of issues, communication breakdowns, installer frustrations, fire incident investigations, and the broader implications for product testing, compliance, and industry transparency. Guest Anthony Bennett joins the discussion to help unpack what happened, what went wrong, and what the solar sector can learn moving forward.This episode is proudly sponsored by Southwell Solar Training—delivering practical, standards-based CPD that installers actually find useful. Their online courses cover real-world issues like defects, labelling, battery installation, and system upgrades, helping solar professionals stay compliant while building confidence on the job.Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen, Nigel Morris and Jess MacPherson. It's a casual conversation that shouldn't be taken as business, financial or legal advice. 00:00 Opening Banter01:23 Podcast Intro02:31 Nigel’s New Solar System06:24 Everything Electric Recap07:36 Smart Energy Council Updates09:25 Coalition Net-Zero Shift11:07 Nuclear vs Renewables Debate14:41 Introducing Anthony Bennett16:43 Timeline of SIG Issues19:44 Early Reports & Communication Gaps22:11 Voluntary Recall Explained23:51 Installer Impact & Responsibilities25:15 SIG Communication Challenges26:59 Fire Incident Discussion30:45 SolarQuotes Article Timeline34:04 Other Plug Recalls36:30 Approval & Testing Questions38:06 SIG Moderation Debate41:24 Transparency Concerns43:13 Recall Scale & Risk Context44:16 Installer Frustration45:26 Facts on Recall & Replacements48:23 Business Impact & Scheduling49:57 Two-Per-Day Rule Clarified50:35 Replacement Stock & Logistics52:14 Recall Communication Debate53:47 Product vs Install Fault56:42 Broader Electrification Load Issues58:22 Cable, Switchboard & Load Concerns01:00:21 Lessons for Industry01:02:26 Online Reactions & Tension01:02:49 Final Round & Wrap-Up