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Seraphim releases new TOPCon series of solar PV modules globally

March 6, 2023/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

Global leading solar module manufacturer Seraphim Energy Group Co., Ltd. (Seraphim), has launched TOPCon, a new series of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules designed to achieve higher efficiency of solar photovoltaic energy conversion.

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Canadian Solar launches its EP Cube residential energy storage solution in Europe

February 22, 2023/in Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

Canadian Solar has officially presented its EP Cube residential energy storage solution at the Genera exhibition in Spain, announcing that it will be successively available in Italy, UK, and Germany.

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Antora Energy starts production at world’s first dedicated manufacturing line for TPV cells

January 30, 2023/in Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

California-based thermal battery technology company, Antora Energy, announced it has started producing highly-efficient thermophotovoltaic (TPV) cells in a new 2MW manufacturing facility.

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EU launches project aimed at reaching GW-scale mass production of IBC-based PV products

November 30, 2022/in Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

The European Commission (EC) launched this month the IBC4EU project to develop a cost-effective and sustainable pilot industrial production line of IBC-based PV products along the entire value chain, from solar ingots, wafers and cells to modules, which is aimed to serve as a blueprint to help factories in the European Union to reach GW-scale mass production by 2030.

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Flexolar launches new portable solar power station for off-grid applications

June 28, 2022/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

Flexolar announces it has launched its largest portable solar power station to meet the increased demand for off-grid power solutions.

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Origami Solar a finalist in the American-Made Solar Prize competition for innovative steel PV module frame

April 28, 2022/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub
  • U.S. Department of Energy Advances Origami Solar to Finals of American-Made Solar Competition for Innovative Steel PV Module Frame
  • Origami’s innovation will help the U.S. achieve solar supply chain independence by utilizing readily available domestic steel

Origami Solar, developers of a patent-pending steel frame for solar modules that lowers cost, dramatically reduces carbon emissions, and improves performance and value, has advanced to the final round of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) American-Made Solar Prize competition. One of 10 Hardware Track teams named finalists, Origami was awarded a $100,000 prize to advance its innovation from proof-of-concept to production-ready for the final phase of the contest.

Origami Solar’s patent-pending approach combining innovative engineering and design with the capabilities of precision roll-forming and utilization of domestically available recycled steel delivers performance equal to or better than aluminum frames, while lowering material costs and significantly reducing production greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This innovative module frame is readily manufacturable and will meet or exceed all UL and IEC standards.

Since being named a semi-finalist in December, Origami’s rigorous advancement and testing has confirmed several unique benefits, including:

  • The company’s novel design gives its frame high strength and stiffness while minimizing the amount of steel required; roll forming results in more than 10 tight folds in a two square inch cross-sectional area.
  • The patent-pending steel module frame performs equal to or better than traditional aluminum frames while significantly reducing production-related GHG emissions.
  • Third-party consulting firm TESCI Solar found that, for load-bearing requirements, the Origami 35mm frame has equivalent performance characteristics to a standard 40mm aluminum frame, allowing producers to provide a “higher shipping density product without sacrificing strength or performance”.
  • A robust steel ecosystem is available globally, eliminating emissions produced by shipping imported aluminum module frames, which are produced almost exclusively in China.
  • Utilization of steel anti-corrosion coatings like galvanized or zinc-aluminum-magnesium (ZAM) enables steel components to last for 30 years or more.

Samuel Truthseeker, CEO and Principal Engineer of TESCI Solar said:

“The Origami frame is a real breakthrough for the American solar market because it outperforms aluminum, relies on domestic steel, and is easily adoptable by manufacturers. Furthermore, the assembly process for the Origami steel frame is the same as for aluminum frames, making their adoption a simple and low-impact manufacturing cutover. Module manufacturers will not need to modify their manufacturing tooling to introduce these superior frames, thus Origami’s journey to market will be simple, quick, and low cost.”

 

Gregg Patterson, CEO of Origami Solar said:

“We’re proud to proceed to the final round of the DOE’s American-Made Solar Prize competition and grateful for the department’s additional support as we advance our steel solar frame to market. Energy independence is more crucial than ever, and it is vital that the U.S. invest in and secure its supply chain for producing the solar infrastructure we need to eliminate dependence on fossil fuels and foreign entities. Our steel frame is a superior solution to aluminum, while freeing the U.S. from dangerous reliance on imported materials. This recognition from the DOE could not be more timely.”

 

Origami will present its solution one last time at the DOE’s Go! Demo Day in September 2022. Ultimately, two teams will win the grand prize, each receiving an additional $500,000 and a $75,000 support voucher to help them bring their technologies to market.

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About the American-Made Solar Prize
The American-Made Solar Prize is a multi-million-dollar prize competition designed to energize U.S. solar innovation through a series of contests and the development of a diverse and powerful support network that leverages national laboratories, energy incubators, and other resources across the country. The American-Made Solar Prize is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office and directed and administered by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Learn more.

About Origami Solar
Origami Solar is the developer of a patent-pending steel solar panel frame that will transform the solar industry through reduced material and manufacturing cost, high-speed domestic production, and dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions. By sourcing steel from an established industry ecosystem, solar module manufacturers can eliminate supply chain constraints, accelerate the transition to carbon-free energy, and level the global playing field for module production. The company’s leadership team has successfully developed utility-scale solar projects, commercialized PV components, and launched and led several renewable energy companies. For more information, visit www.origamisolar.com.

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AEROCOMPACT launches new roof hook system with sheet metal replacement tile

April 17, 2022/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

Owing to their shape, conventional roof hooks for tiled roofs can only transfer limited loads into the roof substructure. The new XM-P series from the manufacturer of PV mounting solutions AEROCOMPACT, however, can transfer higher loads by combining roof hooks and sheet metal replacement tiles.

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AEROCOMPACT launches a new quick mounting hook for PV systems on low pitched Mediterranean roofs

March 23, 2022/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

AEROCOMPACT announces the launch of its new CompactPITCH XT35-VLOW quick mounting aluminium hook with a base plate 20 mm thick designed for PV systems on pitched roofs, which makes it particularly suitable for Mediterranean roof types and flat battens such as monk and nun or Portuguese tiles.

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BSLBATT batteries successfully pass compatibility testing with Victron Energy’s inverter and charger systems

November 16, 2021/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

China-based lithium batteries manufacturer Wisdom Industrial Power Co. Ltd. announces that its BSLBATT Lifepo4 48V batteries have successfully passed the compatibility testing with Victron Energy’s inverter and charger systems complying with BMS-Can specification.

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3D-Micromac introduces new laser system for half- and shingled cell cutting in photovoltaic manufacturing

October 13, 2021/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

 

The microCELL™ MCS cell cutting system provides free choice of cutting layouts that range from half- to shingled cells without compromising throughput or yield.

Chemnitz, Germany —3D-Micromac AG, the industry leader in laser micromachining and roll-to-roll laser systems for the semiconductor, photovoltaic (PV), medical device and electronics markets, today introduced an advanced laser cutting system for half- and shingled solar cells – the microCELL™ MCS. The new microCELL MCS advanced laser system has been designed to meet the PV market’s demands for boosting module power output and service life by minimizing power losses and providing for an exceptionally high mechanical strength of cut cells. It enables the highest throughputs for cutting cell sizes up to M12/G12 into half-cells or shingled cells.

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FuturaSun launches SILK® Pro coloured BIPV panels

October 8, 2021/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

The SILK® Pro series of modules includes three new colour versions: Silver, Orange and Red, for maximum architectural versatility.

FuturaSun has once again expanded its range of solar panels to include three new coloured versions of its most successful line, SILK® Pro, a monocrystalline panel with 120 PREC multi-busbar, half-cut cells, specially designed for the most demanding architectural solutions.
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LS Energy Solutions launches its next-generation all-in-one energy storage system, the AiON-ESS

October 1, 2021/in Press Release, Tech & Products/by Solar Business Hub

 
System features the company’s 4th-generation string inverters combined with batteries in a single, scalable enclosure, enabling configurations of any size for any application.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Unites States — LS Energy Solutions (“LS-ES”), a leading provider of grid-connected energy storage solutions, announces its new flagship energy storage product, the all-in-one AiON Energy Storage System (ESS). The AiON-ESS is a flexible, modular AC energy storage solution available in two models for 1-hour and 2- to 4-hour applications.

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