Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum opens new production and service facilities in Singapore and India. Being close to customers is an important factor to meet the increasing demands of the local markets, also with standardized and fully customized vacuum solutions. Therefore, Leybold Vacuum complements the already existing sales and service network in Asia. The new premises of… Read more »
The world’s largest exhibition for the solar industry Intersolar Europe which took place in Munich, closed on Friday, June 15. Approximately 66,000 visitors and 1,909 exhibitors from 160 and 49 countries respectively were represented at the exhibition from June 13-15, making this year’s Intersolar Europe even more international than last year’s event. Against a background… Read more »
Roof-integrated photovoltaic systems represent a particularly effective way of generating electricity due to the fact that they replace the normal roofing materials. SCHOTT Solar announced today that its SCHOTT ADVANCE InDaX solar roof has gotten even better because VELUX has developed a window designed to fit into these types of roofs just perfectly. Both SCHOTT… Read more »
Pasan SA, a member of the Meyer Burger Technology Group, has won the industry-renowned Intersolar AWARD 2012 in the category “PV Production Technologies” for its SpotLIGHT 1 sec cell tester. A leader in photovoltaic (PV) module measurement, Pasan has been recognized for its pioneering expertise in cell testing by an independent panel of judges at… Read more »
• Market launch of the new Clustertool system for the development of CIS/CIGS solar cells – first system will already be delivered in 2012• Novel rear passivation layer results in a significant increase in efficiency of silicon solar cells up to 20.1% Kahl am Main, June 18, 2012 – The SINGULUS TECHNOLOGIES AG (SINGULUS) continues… Read more »
The Photovoltaic Industry strives for solutions which combine higher productivity with lower manufacturing costs. This new, fast curing two‐component Silicone based potting agent, enables shorter cycle times and a high automation index for junction box potting for crystalline and thin film photovoltaic technologies. The Sikasil® AS‐787 SL features, despite the excellent flowing behaviour, a very short non‐flow time to shorten and secure the storing time before handling and packaging. Due to the two component technology the fast and uniform curing is independent from humidity and can even be accelerated by slight heating. Next to this, the proven weather ability and excellent adhesion to many junction box and backsheet materials as well as to … Read more »
• Manz AG celebrates the company’s 25th anniversary • Prominent politicians attend the event in Reutlingen • Company founder Dieter Manz emphasizes the importance of Germany as a location for industry Reutlingen, June 18, 2012. “25 Years of High-Tech for a Green Future” was the slogan of the event held last Friday by Manz AG,… Read more »
As a member of the World Green Building Council (WGBC) BASF will sponsor World Green Building Night on June 18, in Stuttgart. The event will be the festive launch of the World Green Building Congress and Consense 2012, the international trade fair for sustainable building, investment, operations and maintenance. BASF representatives will exchange ideas with… Read more »
New plant at the Bushy Park Industrial Complex in Charleston, South Carolina will reinforce Nexans’ current position in the fast growing high voltage cable market as well as extending its presence in North America Paris, June 14, 2012 – Nexans, a worldwide leading expert in the cable industry, has started the construction of its first… Read more »
Munich/Mainz/Freudenstadt, June 15, 2012 – SCHOTT Solar AG and SCHMID Group are the winners of the Intersolar Award 2012 in the category PV Production Technology. The jury recognized the two companies’ joint approach “TinPad” – a system that allows for tin contacts to be applied to 6-inch solar cells that is now ready to be… Read more »
The award was granted for the next generation power optimizer Munich, Germany – June 13, 2012 – SolarEdge Technologies, a leading global provider of end-to-end solar power optimization systems and monitoring solutions, announced today that it has received the 2012 Intersolar AWARD for Innovation in the Photovoltaic category. The distinguished award was granted to the… Read more »
The Wind Power Development Forum India 2012 on 6-7th September in New Delhi is already attracting some of the biggest names in the Indian Wind Industry, and Romex Technology have just been added to the prestigious list. Predictive Maintenance Sponsors Romax Technology have joined Suzlon, Gamesa, Acciona Energy at the two day event in order… Read more »
EU Energy Ministers meeting in Luxembourg tomorrow are expected to agree: – a substantially higher share of renewable energy beyond 2020 (defining it as a “no regret option”) – that developing post 2020 strategies is necessary and urgent, and to encourage work to define the 2030 policy framework“The European Parliament, European Commission and now all… Read more »
Last year’s winner of the Intersolar Award in the category PV Production Technology, Manz AG, will once again exhibit a powerful range of products at the Intersolar in 2012. At booth 380 in hall A6, Manz will present its new wet-chemical silicon wafer processing system for the first time in Europe. In addition to its… Read more »
Madico Inc., manufacturer of photovoltaic backsheets for the Solar Power industry, announces the launch of three new backsheets, a new “smart” sheeter”, and the opening of a its new service office in Suzhou China. The expanded portfolio now includes three new backsheet families: HytekTM, ReflektTM, and OptekaTM. All leverage advancements in Madico’s Protekt® fluoro-coating technology,… Read more »
* SCHMID to offer production equipment for PERC solar cells* Efficiency of over 20 percent possible immediately* Standard production lines can be retrofitted easily SCHOTT Solar AG is licensing its technique for manufacturing so-called PERC solar cells to SCHMID Group. The PV equipment manufacturer from Freudenstadt, Germany, will then be able to offer production equipment… Read more »
Today at 9:00am, the doors to the world’s largest exhibition for the solar industry reopen at Messe München. A total of 1,909 exhibitors from 49 countries are presenting their products, solutions and services in the fields of photovoltaics (PV), solar thermal technologies and PV production technologies until June 15 at Intersolar Europe. Approximately 80,000 visitors… Read more »
Danish based Fyns Kran Udstyr has developed a hydraulic yoke that makes lifting, maneuvring and mounting wind turbine nacelles quicker and safer. Wind turbines present a viable source of energy, but lifting and handling the large wind turbine nacelles requires finesse. Assembling the wind turbines can be a difficult venture without the proper equipment which… Read more »
Industry leading players set to benefit from alliance with growth across Europe and Asia Evance Wind Turbines, a world leading manufacturer of small wind turbines, today announced a collaboration agreement with Zephyr Corporation, the leading supplier of micro wind turbines to the telecommunications market, to provide their complementary products across Europe and Asia. “We have… Read more »
The solar energy company SOLON is presenting two new products at this year’s Intersolar Europe trade fair: the SOLiberty storage system and the SOLbond Seam, a photovoltaic system for commercial and industrial roofs. Intersolar Europe is the world’s largest trade fair for the solar industry and is being held in Munich from June 13 to… Read more »
Ferrostaal GmbH is using PowerGen Europe 2012, held this year from 12-14 June in Cologne, to present itself to an international trade audience as a competent partner and general contractor for the development and construction of plants for the production of energy. The company from Essen, Germany, is demonstrating its broad spectrum of services, taking… Read more »
aleo solar AG will close its plant in the Spanish village of Santa Maria de Palautordera by the end of this year, at the latest. The Supervisory Board of aleo solar AG has approved the corresponding decision of the Management Board. “Against the background of global overcapacity and ongoing price war on the photovoltaic market,… Read more »
Mainz, June 11, 2012 – The idea of generating your own electricity for private use is appealing to more and more consumers, due to rising electricity prices and the feed-in tariff benefits that are being offered. Private consumption can be increased and controlled in an intelligent manner with the help of high performance systems in… Read more »
Mainz, June 11, 2012 – Starting on July 1, 2012, SCHOTT Solar will begin offering its roof integrated PV systems that feature SCHOTT ADVANCE InDaX modules as a complete system. Perfectly matched components improve system performance and enable a much easier installation. This new bundle allows for roof integrated PV systems to be planned and… Read more »
Julian Brown, AREVA Wind’s Country Director for the UK, has been elected to the board of RenewableUK, the country’s leading renewable energy trade association. He will be one of the 12 board members of the body which represents the UK wind and marine (tidal and wave) industry. “It is an honour to be elected to… Read more »
After just two years, 3E’s advanced monitoring service, SynaptiQ, is already connected to over 500 MW in ten countries, including France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Belgium and the Czech Republic. It is delivering continuous monitoring from over 15,000 inverters, hundreds of sensors and other data sources. It communicates 24/7 every 15 minutes, via Ethernet, GPRS… Read more »
SolarEdge Technologies, a leading global provider of end-to-end solar power optimization systems and monitoring solutions, announced today that it is cooperating with leading module manufacturers to expand the offering of smart modules to the market. SolarEdge will present smart modules with embedded power optimization, safety and PV monitoring capabilities at Intersolar Europe in Munich, Germany,… Read more »
Conergy extends existing collaboration with Stadtwerke Trier from 2009 by winning a contract for two solar parks with a total capacity of 2.2 megawatts. For both power plants, the local energy provider relies on 100% Conergy quality and components. Conergy will act as general contractor and is responsible for planning and designing the parks as… Read more »
Silent behemoths supporting 60 meter blades that rotate at up to 300 km/h, industrial wind turbines are modern engineering miracles. These sentinels of electric power stand up to 152 meters tall and must withstand decades of harsh environmental conditions found offshore, in coastal regions and on mountaintops. Industrial wind turbines cost roughly $1.2 to $2.6… Read more »
GL-Approved Bonding Materials Provide Long-Term Structural Integrity for Turbines Rocky Hill, Conn. – To speed the production of wind turbines and increase their long-term reliability, Henkel Corporation offers a full line of adhesives, sealants and surface treatments that facilitate automated manufacturing of large composite components such as blades and nacelles, and bond, seal and protect… Read more »
O&M Products Increase Equipment Reliability and Reduce Downtime and Failure Rocky Hill, Conn. – For O&M applications on wind turbines, Henkel Corporation has introduced a full line of Loctite® adhesives, sealants, lubricants and coatings for installation and maintenance of blades, nacelles, towers and bases. For rotor blade repair, Loctite® high performance polyurethane resins cure rapidly… Read more »
The PV and E-Mobility special exhibit demonstrates for the first time how solar power and e-mobility complement each other. The combination of electric vehicles, PV carports and charging stations invites visitors to discover more about the future of mobility. Munich, June 08, 2012 – Exhibitors at the world’s largest exhibition for the solar industry, Intersolar… Read more »
Who Dares to Simulate Wins! – At Intersolar Europe Munich 2012 Valentin Software will present its brand new program versions PV*SOL® basic and T*SOL® basic. And on all three days of the show visitors will have the chance of winning one of the popular dynamic simulation programs: PV*SOL® Pro, T*SOL® Pro und GeoT*SOL® basic. At… Read more »
• Future-proof and cost-effective premium products from the German solar pioneer• SOLARWATT to show storage solutions and systems for intelligent energy management at Intersolar 2012 Photovoltaics will also pay off in the future. From 13 to 15 June 2012, SOLARWATT AG will present its new solar power systems at the Intersolar trade fair in Munich… Read more »
With its new Renewable Energy Strategy the European Commission in Brussels today presented major reasons to favour legally binding renewable energy targets for 2030. The Strategy notably says:– “Strong renewables growth to 2030 could generate over 3 million jobs”.– “A continuation of an EU-wide specific renewable energy framework post-2020 […] would result in a net… Read more »
WindMade is delighted to announce the start of a new partnership with Renewable World, which has been chosen to be its official charity. As the Renewable Energy industry grows in strength to a mature industry providing close to 15% of global energy worldwide, companies in the industry are seeking ways to demonstrate their contribution to… Read more »