Emerson Industrial Automation, a business unit of Emerson (NYSE: EMR), has supplied inverters to a plant owned by Natural Energy Development Company (NED), Ltd, which officially opened its 8-MW extension project, Wang Ploeng Solar, earlier this year. Emerson inverters were chosen because of their multi-master modular architecture which enables the SPV to scale the inverter’s… Read more »
During the China Renewable Energy Industry Association’s (CREIA) China Photovoltaic Industry Development Form and Conference, which took place this past weekend in Beijing, DEK Solar was honoured with a prestigious Excellent Supplier Award. Sponsored by CREIA and judged by a distinguished panel of solar industry experts, DEK Solar earned the Excellent Supplier Award based on… Read more »
Large-scale project with state electricity company EDF successfully concluded The Centrosolar AG subsidiary Centrosolar France was the main supplier for a large-scale solar project in Northern France, in the department of Seine Maritime. On behalf of EDF Optimal Solutions, a subsidiary of the state electricity company EDF, roof-integrated solar systems with a combined output of… Read more »
New frame improves performance and saves transport and storage costs Munich/Germany, November 27, 2013 – Scandinavian-German solar module manufacturer, Innotech Solar (ITS), has reduced the profile of its modules frames from 43 millimeters to 35 millimeters. The lower profile frame of its photovoltaic modules which is compatible with industry standard clamps for fixing modules to… Read more »
Dow Corning’s next-generation conductive adhesive is combined with Tianwei’s MWT technology to deliver high efficiency and durable back-contact modules. Shanghai, China, November 25, 2013 – Dow Corning and Tianwei New Energy Holdings Company jointly announced a new collaboration today. Dow Corning’s silicone-based, next-generation conductive adhesive Dow Corning® PV-5802 will be used in Tianwei New Energy’s… Read more »
* The products were delivered in November to six installations of 50kWp each, all of them located in the Gunma prefecture on Honshu Island, Japan.* Back in 2011, PROINSO decided to strengthen its presence in the solar PV market in Asia, opening a commercial branch in Tokyo to start operating in Japan.* In late August,… Read more »
Bosch Solar EnergyPotential buyer found for parts of the Arnstadt locationChance to save some 1,100 jobs SolarWorld plans to take over production of cells and modules Second investor plans to manufacture pharmaceutical products at the Arnstadt location Bosch intends to manufacture an automotive product in Arnstadt in the future Realization of the entire concept subject… Read more »
Delta Energy Systems (Germany) GmbH has expanded its advanced transformerless inverter series for the European market with three new models; a 6 kW, 8 kW, and 12 kW inverter. These models are ideal both for residential or small to medium commercial PV systems. The new small power 3-phase transformerless inverters allow Delta to offer more… Read more »
Ingeteam has already started to deliver its inverters to the Llano de Llampos PV plant in the north of Chile. This plant, located close to the city of Copiapó, in the region of Atacama, is to occupy a surface area of 306,7 hectares. In total, Ingeteam will cover 47 MW of the plant’s power output…. Read more »
Nanosolar GmbH, which was acquired by Smartenergy Renewables AG in July 2013, has been renamed and operates under the new corporate name of Smartenergy Renewables Deutschland GmbH since November 1, 2013. The company will continue to support existing customers with exchange modules, technical support, and service. To support the ramping up of new products and… Read more »
Oldenburg, Prenzlau, 12 November 2013. aleo solar AG (ISIN: DE000A0JM634) today announced that it generated revenue of EUR 99.1 million in the first nine months of 2013, which means that aleo solar’s revenue decreased by 55.5 percent compared with the first nine months of 2012 (EUR 222.4 million). Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) came… Read more »
Darmstadt, Germany, November 12, 2013 – Merck announced the start of the research project POPUP. Sponsored by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), the project is designed to help achieve the breakthrough of organic photovoltaics (OPV). The research consortium coordinated by Merck consists of ten technology leaders working in various areas of… Read more »
Wagner Solar UK Ltd (hereafter Wagner Solar) receives acknowledgement for its popular TRIC F Box flat roof mounting system, by winning the 2013 Solar UK Award in the category ‘BOS Installation Tool.’ The Solar Award is granted through a readers’ poll so this is a genuine accolade and a sign of industry demand. Commenting on… Read more »
The 29th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC 2014) takes place in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, from 22 to 26 September 2014 (Conference: 22 to 26 September 2014, Exhibition: 23 to 25 September 2014). This is the second time that Amsterdam is focal point for the global photovoltaic (PV) solar sector gathering experts… Read more »
Ingeteam will exhibit at EWEA Offshore 2013, the world’s largest offshore wind energy conference and exhibition that will take place in Frankfurt, Germany from 19-21 November. Offshore wind is one of the fastest growing maritime sectors. Today, 5,538 MW of offshore wind power has been installed globally, representing about 2% of total installed wind power… Read more »
Leading software provider Vela Solaris introduces Polysun 6.2, the latest version of its established design and simulation software. With Polysun 6.2, users have access to the latest developments in the renewable energy sector, resulting from a variety of research projects. So, for example, battery life is also taken into account when it comes to the… Read more »
The new Mastervolt Soladin WEB inverter series has won the Product of the Year Award at the Solar UK Industry Awards 2013. The Awards recognise the success and development along the entire value chain of the PV industry and are presented at the SOLAR UK Conference. Images of the the Soladin WEB to download: http://images.mastervolt.nl/files/Soladintabletphone.jpg… Read more »
Andreas Mader is the new Chief Technical Officer (CTO) and Thomas Staubli is the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the company. Biel, Switzerland, November 7th 2013: As part of the new strategic direction, the Swiss inverter manufacturer Sputnik Engineering (SolarMax) expanded its Board of Management in September by creating the new positions of Chief… Read more »
As part of its energy strategy 2050, the Swiss Federal Council has defined ambitious targets for the reduction of CO2 emissions which will make the use of renewable energies necessary for the heating of buildings in Switzerland. As a member of the 2SOL Alliance, Meyer Burger is breaking new ground to achieve the goal of… Read more »
Launches the Asia Pacific Solar Institute Inaugural APVIA Award recognizes individuals and companies The PV Asia Pacific (PVAP) Conference 2013, now in its third year, is organized by the Asian PV Industry Association (APVIA) and is part of the Singapore International Energy Week. PVAP 2013 achieves new milestones with the launch of the Asia Pacific… Read more »
* The facilities are in different locations in West Papua, New Guinea. They are stand-alone systems with storage batteries from 50 to 150kWp installed in homes and schools. * Given the characteristics of Indonesian geography, an archipelago comprising more than 17,000 islands, a solar PV system is one of the best choices to bring power… Read more »
Low-cost Irradiance Sensor SiP-13TCIngenieurbüro Mencke und Tegtmeyer GmbH is expanding its range of silicon solar irradiance sensors with a new sensor type in the low-cost segment. As is already the case on the standard sensors, this device also incorporates a very high quality sensor element in the form of a crystalline solar cell embedded in… Read more »
• This utility scale solar PV cluster, inaugurated today, is located in the Lisbon, Setubal and Evora regions • The consortium, consisting of Martifer Solar and Hanwha Q CELLS Korea, was responsible for the development, construction, connection and will be responsible for the operations & maintenance service • The plants will produce sufficient green energy… Read more »
At this year’s Vitrum trade show (Milan, 23 to 26 October), two brands with a long tradition showcased the highlights of their product ranges in hall 13. Alfa Romeo took a look back at the history of racing by exhibiting a number of historic sports cars. About 50 metres further, the Austrian company LiSEC displayed… Read more »
Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum inaugurated its India head office in Bangalore to provide greater sales and service support and customer proximity. The opening marks yet another milestone in establishing a strong presence in high growth regions. “We continue to invest intensively in emerging markets”, says Dr. Martin Fuellenbach, CEO Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum, “as the new site… Read more »
A tier one cell manufacturer has ordered a second RENA-SoLayTec machine to start producing PERC cells in their production base of mono-Si wafers in China. The customer used the ALD Al2O3 InPassion LAB tool from RENA-SoLayTec in their R&D department, which has been used for their research of high-performance solar cells. This tier one cell… Read more »
“Exclusive Use of the ZSW’s New CIGS World Record Offers Manz Further Considerable Opportunities to Significantly Cut Production Costs” • Efficiency of 20.8 percent: highest efficiency ever achieved using thin-film technology, even above laboratory efficiency levels achieved with polycrystalline solar cells • Manz holds the exclusive right to utilize the world record technology, which will… Read more »
Intersolar Europe becomes the new platform for the energy transition in the heating and electricity market Munich, October 20, 2014 – The world’s largest exhibition for the solar industry and its partners is intensifying its support of the energy transition within the heating sector by expanding its spectrum of topics. The range of information showcased… Read more »
Grenzebach celebrated its 25th anniversary in Newnan, Georgia, with a typical German Oktoberfest. Among the highlights of this celebration was the speech of Rudolf Grenzebach, founder and owner. His daughter Sonja translated it to the audience. He also had had a dream, the American dream; a dream of opportunities in a country that people in… Read more »
Solar films provide superior PID resistance and increased power for solar modules St. Paul, MN – October 22, 2013 – After debuting 3MTM Solar Encapsulant Film EVA9000 last year, 3M Renewable Energy Division has continued development on the innovative technology, and is now introducing two new products-3MTM Solar Encapsulant Film EVA9100 and 3MTM Solar Encapsulant… Read more »
At the 2013 edition of the Solar Power International trade fair, Ingeteam is to showcase its innovative 500 kW central inverter with transformer. This new INGECON® SUN Power Max U, certified to the UL 1741 standard, provides a maximum AC power output of 500 kW up to an ambient temperature of 50 ºC (122 ºF),… Read more »
DELAWARE, OH – October 2013 – Engineered Material Systems, a leading global supplier of electronic materials for circuit assembly applications, debuts its CA-165 Low-Cost Conductive Adhesive designed for chip-on-board or general die attach applications in circuit assembly, photonics or camera modules. ECM CA-165 is approximately half the cost of a pure silver-filled die attach adhesive,… Read more »
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., October 22, 2013 – BTU International, Inc. today announced that it has signed a two-year agreement with Yingli Green Energy to support the State Key Laboratory of PV Technology. As part of the agreement, BTU will supply a SinTerra metallization firing furnace system. SinTerra, the latest technology for metallization drying and firing… Read more »
Morningstar-the premium controller supplier with a commitment to innovation and quality-is expanding our MPPT charge controller portfolio to best meet the present and future needs of the photovoltaic (PV) market. NEWTOWN, PA, USA, October 21, 2013: At this year’s Solar Power International conference in Chicago, Illinois (October 21st – 24th) Morningstar Corporation is pleased to… Read more »
* PROINSO is to present its new solutions at Solar Power International 2013 (Chicago), to be staged from 21 to 24 October (Stand 1331). Solar Power International is the solar energy industry’s most powerful show in North America, with exhibitors from as many as 75 countries and attracting over 15,000 visitors. * The company is… Read more »
The plant is amongst the largest in the country and in the entire African continent. Pamplona, October 17, 2013. In less than a year since Ingeteam started out in South Africa, the company has supplied equipment for some of the biggest plants in the country. The latest project to be equipped with Ingecon Sun inverters… Read more »