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The sun plays architect
Austrian-based company my-PV has been successfully developing smart technology for the intelligent use of solar energy for over a decade. Now the company has moved into its new headquarters in Sierning, the design of which was unmistakably inspired by the sun. The PIKO CI commercial inverter from KOSTAL forms part of this pioneering project, demonstrating… Read more »
Prevention is better than cure
Video surveillance provides an excellent deterrent against intruders on solar farms. Just as the technology never switches off, neither does the research and production of the systems themselves, particularly when it’s in such high demand. Providing remote video monitoring for solar farms is a 24/7 operation so it’s perhaps only fitting that the production of… Read more »
Five ways to reduce truck rolls
While installing a solar system is the first step in going solar, maintenance is also a big part of keeping the system running well. That’s where the concept of truck roll comes in. But these instances in which a technician needs to be dispatched can be expensive endeavours. Hoymiles has microinverter distributors across the globe,… Read more »
Building on solid foundations
PES was delighted to learn from geotechnical engineer Thomas Berglin at FTC, about the importance of foundation design for solar projects. After all, without a solid foundation, the grandest structures imaginable will not stand the test of time, much less a simple solar rack. PES: Thomas it is a pleasure having you with us. Would… Read more »
Supply and demand
As solar develops, customer behaviour and demands are changing, so we thought it was timely to catch up with Eturnity’s CEO, Matthias Wiget, to get his take on things. What factors are driving the market and what tools and solutions can help, particularly in terms of technology? PES: Welcome back to PES Matthias. It’s lovely… Read more »
Improved quality and efficiency for PV production
As the market for PV grows and production ramps up with it, keeping productivity levels high is important, yet not without its challenges. PES discussed the common issues and how they can best be overcome, with Jyry Hyvärinen, Sales Manager at Endeas. PES: A very warm welcome to PES Jyry, it’s lovely to speak with… Read more »
Making sense of new energy opportunities
With the economics of solar power looking increasingly favourable, there is a rush to invest and expand. PES was delighted to have a conversation with Kees Hoogendijk, Managing Director, EKO Instruments Europe. We discussed how sensor technology could help improve ROI and mitigate any potential imbalance in the supply and demand of experienced or qualified… Read more »
Measuring the sun
With solar measurement forming an important part of the data landscape, and particularly so as power plants increase in size and output, PES was keen to learn from Roman Affolter, Technical Head of Meteorological Services, CSP Services about the latest bankable solar resource assessments for high-quality regional irradiance mapping. PES: It’s lovely to welcome you… Read more »
Sustainability on film
Since speaking to Steve Davies, EMEA PV Market Manager at DuPont Teijin Films and Alessandro Anderlini, Business Manager responsible for the EMEA markets in Coveme’s PV Solar and Specialty Films Divisions last year, how are the issues around sustainability and reliability of products being addressed and what more can we expect in 2022 and beyond?… Read more »
Cleaning solutions
Optimizing the performance of solar panels often comes down to ensuring their cleanliness. The level and type of soiling, the local weather and the surroundings of your plant can lead to soiling problems and the subsenquent energy output drop due to the reduced light transmission. So, ensuring your modules are clean while protecting them with… Read more »
