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Silicones improve the reliability and durability of optical concentrators
Advances are being made in the field of concentrating optical units – and silicones are leading the charge. Inexpensive optics can cut down on precious solar-cell surface area – this is the basic idea behind photovoltaic concentrators. Many manufacturers use concentrating optics composed of Fresnel lenses to achieve this aim. The lens system is increasingly… Read more »
On The Up
While some European countries have effectively snubbed growing PV markets by slashing FiTs, several fresh untapped markets are emerging in different parts of the planet. We identify the world’s new solar hotspots… In 2011, Europe accounted for more than 70 per cent of the world’s new PV installations; in 2012 this number was around 55… Read more »
Breaking the 20 per cent barrier for mass production
It is no secret that manufacturing success in Europe lies not in attempting mass production on the scale seen in Asia, but in creating the technical and process solutions that are needed to serve this mass production. These are the dedicated and highly-technical companies making new and clever equipment needed by vital and growing global… Read more »
Building an industry in which we can trust
One of the industry’s leading module recycling companies, Loser Chemie GmbH develops and distributes future-oriented and environment-friendly products, plants and processes. It’s currently focussing on getting the very most out of PV recycling, but as Dr. Wolfram Palitzsch (CTO) and Ulrich Loser (CEO) observe, there are a few obstacles that need to be negotiated along… Read more »
Semco Maritime wins substation project for 295 megawatts wind farm in German North Sea
German energy group RWE has chosen Semco Maritime as subcontractor for design and installation of German utility provider RWE’s substation platform at the offshore wind farm Nordsee Ost in the German North Sea region.The project includes offshore commissioning of the electrical and technical systems at the substation. The contract was won in close cooperation with… Read more »
RENA and SoLayTec’s InPERC technology reaches 18% Eff. on mc-Si at a major Chinese cell manufacturer site
18% efficiency on multi without selective emitter InPassion ALD Al2O3 passivation as core technology RENA’s Inline technology for Passivated Emitter and Rear Cell, “InPERC” is currently being implemented at a major customer’s site on pilot production level. With top cell efficiencies of 18% on multicrystalline wafers, RENA successfully transferred its complete InPERC solution comprising rear-… Read more »
CWind to expand presence in operations & maintenance phase – grows sales team
CWind, a leading provider of services to the offshore wind industry, is expanding its services in the operations and maintenance phase of offshore wind farms. The company, which has supported the construction of close to 20 offshore wind farms over the last four years, has announced the appointment of Tim Smith as Sales Manager. Mr… Read more »
NPD Solarbuzz | Solar PV Equipment Suppliers in Waiting Mode
According to the latest information from NPD Solarbuzz, the consolidated solar photovoltaic (PV) book-to-bill ratio is forecast to remain below parity once again during Q3’13, representing the tenth consecutive quarter where net-bookings have been lower than recognized revenues. The consolidated solar photovoltaic (PV) book-to-bill ratio is forecast to remain below parity once again during Q3’13,… Read more »
Moventas To Rebrand And Differentiate Industrial And Wind Gear Businesses
Moventas is in the process of rebranding and differentiating its industrial and wind gear businesses. Changes in its operational structure and branding will take place by the end of the year. As part of the operational arrangements, group President & CEO Mikael Laine has set forth his resignation. Moventas is preparing to rebrand its industrial… Read more »
Innotech Solar achieves higher solar power yields thanks to positive sorting and power optimizers or micro-inverters
Munich/Germany, September 17, 2013 – By applying the principle of positive power sorting to its PV modules, the Scandinavian-German manufacturer Innotech Solar AS (ITS) is enabling its customers to generate higher energy yields than the nominal power rating. What’s more, even higher energy yields can be achieved in combination with a power optimizer or a… Read more »
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ABB completes acquisition of Siemens’ Wiring Accessories business in China
Advances ABB’s leadership in wiring accessories and smart building technologies in China Acquisition provides access to expansive distributor network, extending ABB’s reach across China and Southeast Asia, and further into the retail market Enhances ABB’s portfolio, to address the growing demand for safe, reliable and energy-efficient building solutions ABB today announced it has completed the acquisition of Siemens’… Read more »
LIFTKET expands presence in Italy with new subsidiary
LIFTKET continues its international growth and is now officially present in the Italian market with its own subsidiary. Under the leadership of Raffaele Fantelli as CEO of LIFTKET Italy, the company will not only strengthen its direct market presence but also strategically realign the sourcing activities of the LIFTKET Group. With this expansion, LIFTKET aims… Read more »
ORE Catapult agrees contract with drive train specialist for new UK offshore wind testing facility
The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult has appointed RENK Test System GmbH to design, manufacture and install a new drive train test rig at the National Renewable Energy Centre in Blyth, Northumberland. Following confirmation in 2024 of a dedicated capital funding grant from UKRI, the Catapult announced its intention to expand and upgrade its testing… Read more »
Jan De Nul contracted for monopile installation for one of Scotland’s largest offshore wind projects
At 1080 MW, Inch Cape is one of Scotland’s largest offshore wind farm projects to enter construction. The project will feature 72 turbines off the east coast of Scotland. Jan De Nul is contracted for the installation of the monopile foundations with the offshore heavy-lift vessel Les Alizés. Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm recently… Read more »
Hydrogen Forum at HUSUM WIND 2025
From 16 to 19 September, the trade fair will highlight “Green Hydrogen” as one of this year’s special topics. The Hydrogen Area showcases the entire value chain. An open forum with expert lectures, the German-Danish Energy Dialogue, and international experts will provide valuable insights into current research, innovative technologies, and forward-looking infrastructure. Husum, 27 February… Read more »
AEROCOMPACT launches the COMPACTWALL TR mounting system
Satteins, Austria, 27.02.2025. PV mounting specialists AEROCOMPACT is today expanding its facade solutions, with the COMPACTWALL TR substructure. The patented long rail TR system is already established on their COMPACTMETAL roof systems with sandwich panels; this is due to it redirecting all compressive and tensile forces through the sandwich into the building structure, so the panels… Read more »
Airborne Wind Europe´s response to the Clean Industrial Deal: A call for inclusion and support
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