What it is
Glass- Glass laminated BIPV modules, suitable for mounting on facades, canopies or as PV sunshades.
Best for
Perfect for a wide range of projects.
Residential buildings (low-level blocks of apartments or multi-storey skyscrapers).
Investors seeking economic propositions.
Applications requiring a certain degree of transparency (custom cell-fill ratio).
Key features / benefits
Why is it the most popular solution ?
Budget friendly with a wide range of pricing options
Quick and easy to install and if needed – to replace.
Available in a variety of shapes, thicknesses, types of glass, cell technology,
Certified to the relevant building norms.
Material composition
Let’s break down what makes this product.
Tempered or Heat Strenghtened Glass
Lamination foil (various types available – depending on application)
PV Cells (various technologies available to meet the project’s needs.
Junction box & connector
Estimated lifespan
How long can you expect this to last ?
Product warranty covers 10-15 years on average, however it can be predicted that the product’s lifespan will exceed it.
Product Power Warranty covers 25-30 years on average in line with the market standard. This parameter is determined by the natural degradation of crystalline silicone as a material and by the warranties offered by the manufacturers of PV cells.
Premium products can offer up 20 years of product warranty and 40 years for power warranty.
Maintenance needs
With just a little care, glass-glass BIPV modules can stay in great shape for years.
Periodic inspections of electrical PV installation.
Cleaning of the façade, as you would with a standard glass façade.
Replacing faulty modules to ensure safety and proper working of the installation.
Fire or weather ratings
Class B s1 d0 fire rating according to EN 13501-1 (highest available rating for a glass-glass laminate).
Moderate impact resistance
Wind resistance
Salt mist & Ammonia resistance
Certification
IEC 61215
IEC 61730
IEC 61853
IEC 61701
EN 13501
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