Press Releases
ANTARIS SOLAR is positive about prospects for the future
Reduced FITs, intense competition and numerous photovoltaic company insolvencies make for a subdued mood in the PV industry. By contrast ANTARIS SOLAR is looking positively towards the future. Efficient corporate structures, a sought after business model and international business activities have set the Bavarian PV specialist on a stable course for 2012 and beyond. Waldaschaff,… Read more »
Solar system installations have speed and safety sealed in with Geberit Mapress
With solar power technology on the increase Geberit has introduced a new colour-coded seal ring to its innovative Mapress press-fitting system for solar and industrial installations. The Government’s Renewable Heat Incentive, together with the Renewable Heat Premium Payment of £300 for solar thermal installations marks a growing trend for solar panels in commercial projects. Furthermore,… Read more »
Sika On Track For Profitable Growth Significant Rise In Gross Margin
In the first half of 2012, Sika increased sales by 6.4% in local currencies. In Swiss franc terms, after adjusting for exchange rate changes of -3.0%, sales increased by 3.4% year-on-year to CHF 2,307.0 million. Sika also further improved its gross result, which now stands at 53.1%. Sika’s strong global presence and its successful growth… Read more »
Meyer Burger Technology Ltd publishes preliminary (unaudited) key figures for first half year 2012
The difficult situation in the photovoltaic market continued unabated in the first half of 2012. In this challenging environment, the Meyer Burger Group achieved an incoming new order volume of approximately CHF 130 million. The order backlog as per the end of June 2012 was around CHF 670 million and it can be expected that… Read more »
SGS Joins Forces with Atlas Material Testing Technology
the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, entered into a contractual agreement with Atlas Material Testing Technology, a global leader in accelerated weathering instruments and weathering testing services, allowing for the expansion of the Atlas 25+ photovoltaic (PV) module durability test program. SGS to Enhance Atlas 25+ The Atlas 25+ test program has… Read more »
Intersolar South America Summit: Global Markets, Trends and Practical Expertise
GLOBAL MARKETS, TRENDS AND PRACTICAL EXPERTISE AT THE INTERSOLAR SOUTH AMERICA SUMMIT On August 15, 2012 in São Paulo, international industry experts discuss trends and technologies from across the global solar industry, focusing chiefly on the development of the South American solar sector São Paulo/Pforzheim/Freiburg, July 25, 2012 – On August 15, the Intersolar South… Read more »
ISOFOTON to carry out a a Euro 16 Million rural electrification project in the Republic of Senegal , with financing from EU
The Senegalese Rural Electrification Agency (ASER) has awarded ISOFOTON the concession for this project, which entails an investment of Euro 16 million and financing from the European Union. The project will begin in 2013 and will be developed in the regions of Kaolak and Fatick – involving 10,000 800 KW systems – and the Kolda… Read more »
Energy Storage Ipvea Is Expanding Activities In Energy Storage
The International Photovoltaic Equipment Association (IPVEA), a non-profit organization of manufacturers and suppliers of photovoltaic (PV) fabrication equipment and related raw materials used in PV ingot, wafer, cell (crystalline and thin-film), and panel manufacturing, announces that it has expanded its remit to help its members explore opportunities in energy storage. Already a sizeable market, much… Read more »
Faster rotor blade bonding and high temperature adhesive technology
There has been a significant correlation between the development of modern adhesives and the implementation of more efficient wind turbines in recent years. In line with the demand for challenging applications in the field of wind power, Henkel will present innovative adhesive, sealant and lubricant technologies at this year’s HUSUM Wind Energy Trade Fair from… Read more »
Fresh From Intersolar Effectively Designing PV Plants With Valentin Softwares Planning Program Pvsol 60 Basic
Valentin Software has launched PV*SOL basic 6.0, a practical tool with an attractive modern interface able to intelligently dimension inverters for PV system planning in residential areas. PV*SOL® basic 6.0 enables both beginners and professional planners to rapidly design, simulate and clearly present photovoltaic systems. Valentin Software has adapted the menus and features to the… Read more »
