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Enhancing Solar Efficiency Through Advanced Irradiance Monitoring

As the demand for precise solar performance data grows, OTT HydroMet, through its Kipp & Zonen brand, delivers highly accurate Class A pyranometers to optimize solar energy forecasting and operations. Their SMP Series of digital pyranometers—SMP10, SMP22, and SMP12—are engineered to meet the evolving needs of PV plant operators worldwide.

Why Accurate Solar Data Matters

Solar PV systems depend on high-quality irradiance data for site evaluation, performance tracking, and financial forecasting. Key challenges in solar measurement include:

  • Variability in environmental conditions impacting sensor accuracy.
  • Complex recalibration processes and disruptions during replacements.
  • Increased need for accurate input data in larger solar parks with fewer sensors.

Reliable Monitoring & Risk Mitigation

The SMP Series addresses these challenges with a focus on durability, data consistency, and minimal maintenance. Key features include:

  • Spectrally flat, Class A sensors with ISO 9060:2018 certification.
  • Internal dome heaters (SMP12) to prevent data loss from dew or frost.
  • Embedded tilt and humidity sensors for precision and diagnostics.

Technology-Driven Performance

Kipp & Zonen's digital pyranometers stand out due to:

  • Consistent calibration and standardized outputs, reducing downtime.
  • Robust operation across extreme climates from -40°C to +80°C.
  • Exceptional long-term accuracy, with 20-year-old devices still in use.

Sustainability & Support Integration

Beyond measurement, OTT HydroMet ensures long-term value through:

  • ESG-compliant manufacturing practices and supplier standards.
  • Veralto’s environmental toolkits for energy, waste, and water efficiency.
  • Global training, multilingual support, and hands-on workshops, like the 2024 Solar Radiation Measurement Training.

By combining precise measurement, rugged durability, and forward-thinking sustainability, the SMP Series pyranometers enable solar developers and operators to reduce costs, increase reliability, and build a more sustainable solar future.

Read the full article here: https://pes.eu.com/exclusive-article/enhancing-solar-performance/

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