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BIPV REPORT 2013

State of the art in

Building Integrated Photovoltaics

Authors: Kostas Sinapis, Menno van den Donker


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PREFACE

With pleasure I present the SEAC BIPV Report 2013.

The Solar Energy Application Centre (SEAC) was founded in June 2012 by

ECN, TNO and Holland Solar. Our mission is to stimulate the development

of the knowledge based economy on Solar Energy Systems and

Applications in The Netherlands and neighboring regions (www.seac.cc).

Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) is an emerging product category

with a large market potential. A key aspect of BIPV is multifunctionality.

Value propositions of BIPV, apart from energy production, may be found in

e.g. design, weather protection and shading. This makes the product

attractive, also from a financial point of view.

Over the past years, we have seen an enormous growth of available BIPV

products on the market. Often these products are based on materials that

are common in architecture, such as glass or metal, in opaque as well as

in semitransparent quality. More recently also some designs based on low

weight plastics have been tested.

We expect that BIPV will evolve into a highly diversified product portfolio,with a sound economic perspective for a variety of products. As such, we

see BIPV as an important business opportunity for the Dutch private

sector.

This opportunity - as well as other product-market combinations in the

field of Solar Systems and Applications - can be addressed and exploited

by means of an effective cooperation between companies, knowledge

institutes and government. We as SEAC want to play a key role in this

cooperation within the BV Nederland.

The SEAC BIPV Report 2013 presents the BIPV state-of-the-art with more

than 80 representative examples. It is our intention to release a yearly

update of this report. I am confident that this report will help the reader

to better understand BIPV and to get an overview of actual BIPV products

and current developments.

December 2012

Wiep FolkertsDirector SEAC


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BIPV REPORT 2013

CONTENT

Chapter 1: Introduction... 5

Chapter 2: BIPVCategories 9

Chapter 3: BIPV products for pitched roofs

3.1 In-roof systems...................................... 15

3.2 Small solar tiles-shingles-slates.. 34

3.3 Large solar tiles-shingles-slates.. 45

3.4 Skylights and semi-transparent roof systems.................. 71

Chapter 4: BIPV products for flat and curved roofs

4.1 Flexible laminates.. 79

Chapter 5: BIPV products for faades

5.1 Cladding systems. 89

5.2 Semi-transparent systems...... 96

5.3 Louver systems. 102Company Index. 107

Disclaimer. 108


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Chapter 1: Introduction

Solar photovoltaic (PV) installations are getting common in Europe. One of the bigger market

segments is roof top PV. The majority of the installed systems consist of solar PV modules and

support structures that are mounted on the roof surface. In general the roof top systems aredesigned in order to optimize performance. Aesthetics are generally not taken into account. Lately

this practice is changing by more aware consumers who seek performance andaesthetics for their

houses. At the same time the industry is trying to adapt to price pressures from the east by

integrating the PV functionality to the building elements in order to decrease the Levelized Cost of

Energy (LCOE).

After more than 25 years of development, the Building Integrated PV (BIPV) sector is emerging with

exciting new products and materials. Many years of development brought to the market diversified

products for seamless integration into the building envelope by using a variety of PV technologies

and innovative mounting structures.

According to SEAC s vision PV applications on and in the built environment span a high potential

market for several reasons:

Multifunctional use of city space

Lower LCOE can be achieved with smart BIPV approaches

Electricity generation can be closer to the end user contributing to an optimized electricity

distribution system

Stimulation of the local economy

This report collects a state-of-the-art global product portfolio and categorizes the variousapplications. The goal is to understand the BIPV developments and to stimulate the market with

products and concepts that allow PV to be used as a building product in Europe. There is a wide

variation of building practices and regulations for the built environment across Europe. The

classification of products in this report intends to contribute to a successful application of BIPV in the

various markets. SEAC intends to publish a yearly update with the most recent developments in the

BIPV sector.

Definition of BIPV

Several reports have been made recently regarding BIPV systems, products and definitions. Althoughthere are different opinions in the definition of BIPV and BAPV every report concludes that the BIPV

market segment will be growing and evolving. One of the reports originates from the European

financed SUNRISE project1. A part of this project was focused at an overview of the existing products

and their fields of application. In this report definitions of BIPV/BAPV are given including their field

of application. Great emphasis has been given to the different levels of building integration which

results into certain advantages and disadvantages. Additionally one of the objectives is to give an

overview of the products existing commercially today in an effort to guide project developers who

may want to be benefit from by the special premium tariffs for BIPV that currently are in effect in

France and Italy.

1BIPV: An overview of the existing products and their field of application. SUNRISE project 2009


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A great job has been also done by the Swiss BIPV Competence Center which is a cooperation

between the departments of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

(SUPSI). SUPSI has listed a variety of BIPV products and applications2. Moreover, they have added

criteria for the selection of BIPV products which resemble SEACs criteria on BIPV modules. According

to SUPSI there are 2 main criteria that independently or combined must come to an agreement in

order to qualify for a BIPV product: a) double function of the building element included energy

generation and or weather-proof, noise reduction, seamless integration etc. b) homogeneous

coverage of the surface.

A report published by Pike Research3 examines the expanding global market of BIPV products and

foresees a strong growth of up to $5.8 billion revenue till 2016 from $744 million in 2010. An analysis

on economics, key industry players and technology is also presented in this report which forecasts a

bright future for BIPV applications. Pike Researchs definition about BIPV consist out of the main idea

that the PV material replaces the conventional building material but only during the construction

phase. In case the PV functionality is added after the construction of the building then the installation

is considered as BAPV. This deviates from the SEAC definition of BIPV, as used in the current report.

National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in the USA released an extensive report on the

potential of BIPV systems in comparison with BAPV systems4. NREL examined the cost drivers and

performance consideration related to BIPV. The report shows the potential for BIPV to achieve

lower installed system prices than rack-mounted PV based on a comparative assessment of

unsubsidized LCOE for different PV system cases. The simulation comparison concludes that c-Si

shingles might achieve lower LCOE than rack-mounted systems. Overall, findings in this report

support the notion that BIPV prices could be lower than residential PV system prices, yet past

market experiences suggest that realizing these cost-reductions can be very challenging.

Figure 1a: BAPV system5 Figure 1b: BIPV system6

2www.bipv.ch

3Building- Integrated Photovoltaics: BIPV and BAPV: Market issues, technology issues, key industry payers and

Global market forecasts. 3Q 20104

NREL BIPV in the residential sector: an analysis of installed rooftop system prices, Nov 20115www.riddersolar.com

6www.solarcentury.com


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The definitions that we choose in this SEAC BIPV Report are as follows:

Building Applied PV (BAPV) systems are applied on the roof of the building on top of the existing

roofing elements (for example tiles, shingles, flat roofing) and they have no additional functionality

apart from electricity production.

Building Integrated PV (BIPV) systems consist of solar photovoltaic cells and modules that are

integrated in the building envelope as part of the building structure, thus replacing conventional

building material. BIPV systems can be applied after the completion of the building structure or

during the construction phase.

BIPV modules are building elements providing at least one additional functionality to the buildingenvelope beside electricity generation, such as:

Weather proofing

Aesthetical integration

Shadowing/sun protection Thermal insulation

Noise protection

Safety


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Chapter 2: BIPV Categories

In this report we categorize the BIPV products taking the installation location on the building as a

starting point. We define four main BIPV categories.

Pitched roofs

Flat and curved roofs

Faades

A wide range of BIPV residential applications exists today. Pitched roofs in Europe usually are built

with tiles, shingles or slates. A tile is a manufactured piece of hard-wearing material such as ceramics,

stone, metal, or even glass. Shingles are a roof covering material usually consisting out of asphalt

and fiber glass. These elements are typically flat rectangular shapes laid in rows from the bottom

edge of the roof up, with each successive higher row overlapping the joints in the row below. Slate is

a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous rock which is used for roofing. In a strict sense, a slate is a type

of tile. In analogy to the terms tile, shingle and slate, the terms solar tile, solar shingle and solar

slate are used in publications and in marketing.

A solar tile is a PV module that can be combined with roof tiles offering added functionality including

energy production and a good aesthetic result.

A solar shingle is a PV module that can be combined with roof shingles offering added functionality

including energy generation and a good aesthetic result.

A solar slate is a PV module that can be combined with roof slates offering added functionality

including energy generation and a good aesthetic result.

However, as in the original definition of tile, shingle and slate, the material of the elements is a

distinguishing factor, as soon as we consider PV module products, this distinguishing factor vanishes.

Therefore it makes sense to define two categories for the solartile-shingle-slate, based on size of the

element.

A small solartile-shingle-slate is smaller than 0.5 m2 (a typical size of 0.4 x 0.6 = 0,24 m2)

A large solar tile-shingle-slate is larger than 0.5 m2 (a typical size of 0.6 x 1.5 = 0.9 m2)


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This leads us to the following categorization:

1. Pitched roofs1.1.In-roof systems. These systems use standard PV modules. The value is in the smart mounting

systems, that enable the panels to be mounted instead of and in between the original roofing

elements (e.g. tiles).

Figure 2a,b Typical in-roof system with conventional solar modules7-8

1.2.Small solar tiles-shingles-slates. The form factor resembles the original tiles-shingles-slates.

They are made from a variety of materials such as clay, plastic etc. and they also have a similar

size. Usually a PV laminate of a few solar cells is adhered on a substrate that resembles a tile,

shingle or slate.

Figure 3a,b Tiles with integrated solar cells for pitched roof9-10

7www.solon.com

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www.schott.com9www.smartroof.be

10www.solusengineering.com/en


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1.3.Large solar tiles-shingles-slates. A system developed with building elements and a

construction and connection technology. Size of the modules is usually 2-4 times the width of a

normal tile-shingle-slate, they can be glass- or foil-based. Usually the solar tile or shingle replaces

conventional tiles or shingles. The construction system may involve overlapping or in-plane roof

filling. The system usually allows for full roof-filling and may include the application of dummies.

Figure 4 a, b Large solar shingles and tiles11

1.4.Prefab Solar roofs. A roof which is wholly or partly assembled off-site. The objective of

prefabrication is to improve the installation quality and shorten the installation time thus

lowering the cost of the system.

Figure 5 Prefab solar roof

11www.solarcentury.com


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1.5 Skylights and semi-transparent roof systems. These structures usually combine glass-

glass laminates with adjustable light transmission and they stimulate the architectural design of

light and shadow.

Figure 6 Greenhouse in Munich12

2. Flat and Curved roofs

In-roof systems (1.1) and systems for skylights and semi-transparent roofs (1.5) in many cases can

also be applied to flat roofs. In that case we categorize them under Pitched Roofs.

2.1 Roofing products based on flexible laminates. There are a number of manufacturers of flexible

thin film PV products. The major technology families are: thin film silicon, thin film CI(G)S and thinfilm organic-PV (OPV). In most cases the flexible product comes encapsulated and only has to be

attached to the existing flat or curved roof. In few cases the PV manufacturer supplies a non-

encapsulated functional PV laminate on a metal or plastic carrier foil. The manufacturer of the

roofing product encapsulates the product in the building element (flexible or non-flexible) or applies

encapsulation on the complete roof.

Figure 7a Membrane Evalon Solar13 Figure 7b BIOSOL thin film plate14

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www.design-buildsolar.com13www.alwitra.com

14www,centrosolar.de


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3. Faades

3.1 Cladding systems. These solar modules can be integrated into the building walls like a

conventional cladding element used in faades such as granite or marble. Usually a void is created

between the cladding element and the walls offering temperature insulation for the building and

improved efficiency for the modules because of the ventilation.

Figure 8 Cladding systems15

3.2 Semi-transparent faade-systems. These products feature glass laminates of crystalline

silicon with adjusted cell spacing or amorphous thin film laser grooved silicon which provides filtered

vision.

Figure 9a BIPV transparent faade Aalst, Belgium16 Figure 9b Semi-transparent faade a-Si17

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www.design-buildsolar.com16www.design-buildsolar.com

17www.schott.com/architecture


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3.3 Louver systems. A louver or louvre , is a window blind or shutter with horizontal slats that

are angled to admit light and air, but to keep out rain, direct sunshine, and noise. The angle of the

slats may be adjustable, usually in blinds and windows, or fixed. Solar cells can be easily laminated in

this construction offering a perfect way to utilize the shadow function with electricity production.

Figure 10a Outrigger PV shading 18 Figure 10b Glass louver system19

3.4 Construction Integrated faade systems. These are systems where the PV is integrated into

the construction (carrying part) of the faade. We did not yet find examples of this approach in our

survey. However, in the future we expect that new BIPV faade constructions will become available.

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In the following chapters, we present a general overview of companies and the BIPV products that

they present. Most of the products listed here are commercially available. Others are in a stage of

development close to market introduction.

Every page consists of a short description of the company and the product, with key information on

location of the company, size of the product and technology. Additionally photos of the product and

of an application are included and data sheets if applicable.

At the end of the paragraphs 3.1 , 3.2 and 3.3, an overview table has been added with some key

figures.

18www.shadinglouvers.com

19www.solarpv.co.uk


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Chapter 3: BIPV products for pitched roofs

3.1 Pitched roofs: In-roof systems.

3.1.1 SOLON SOLITAIRE20

This fully integrated in-roof system shows off its strengths when it comes to assembly. All modules

come delivered with synthetic frames as well as all screws and seals. Each module is screwed directly

to the roof battens, eliminating the need for costly additional substructures. As opposed to other

systems, SOLON SOLitaire requires no additional aluminum rails or module clamps, thanks to the

integrated assembly sleeves. The mounting is possible between 10 and 60, starting from 22 on,

you dont need any additional waterproofing, as the modules themselves create the water-bearing

layer. Intelligent water channel flow and high-quality polyurethane synthetic frames guarantee

continuous 100% waterproofing. Due to practical ventilation, heat-related power losses can be

avoided.

Location: Germany

Concept: conventional glass-back foil

Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks: 1783mm x 1044mm

20www.solon.com


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3.1.2 Schott Solar21

The fourth generation InDaX Solar elements replace traditional roof materials and take over a

double function: provision of clean, solar energy and a safe roof covering. A specially developed

frame was optimized for module ventilation of each individual module and condensation

drainage. This guarantees high energy yields. SCHOTT Solar provides a 25-year linear guarantee forthese glass-foil solar modules.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si


21www.schott.com/solar


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3.1.3 Scheuten Solar22

Multisol Integra Vitro Portrait is the next generation of Scheutens Integra(in-roof) solution, suited

for almost any sloped roof. This new generation Integra Vitro features the full glass-glass Multisol

Vitro laminate, resulting in superior strength (5400Pa) and an even better durability of the module.

Next to the landscape option this aesthetically pleasing PV in-roof installation portrait systemenables better matching on the roof form factors and saves up to 30% of the systems width.

Location: Germany / Netherlands

Concept: glass-glass laminate

Technology: multi-Si, 54 cells


22www.scheuten.nl


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3.1.4 Conergy23

Conergy SolarDelta is mounted right onto the existing roof battens, requires no rails and, with

QuickStone technology, the modules are quick and easy to attach. Special adapters ensure optimum

ventilation. Thanks to its substructure, Conergy Solar Delta fulfills the same requirements as a

conventional roof in terms of waterproofing.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si


23www.conergy.de


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3.1.5 Centrosolar24

The mounting system S-Class Integration (Deluxe) replaces conventional roofing of pitched roofs and

is used on a slope of more than 10 degrees. It is built on the existing roof battens and is suitable for

old and new buildings. The mounting system S-Class Integration (Deluxe) is well ventilated and

provides a good backside cooling for the solar panels because of the arrangement of the systembattening. In cooperation with the panels, the system forms an optically homogeneous water-

bearing area, which makes the roof a real eye-catcher.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si


24www.centrosolar.de


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3.1.6 MegaSol25

High performance modules meet the fastest installation system worldwide. The most dense

integrated roof available starting with a slope of 3 degrees. The floating modules offer optimum

ventilation improving performance. No overhanging frames which equals with no dirt residues which

helps further in the performance of the modules. The system is composed of two main components:the solar modules and the vertical support rails serving as flumes.

Location: Switzerland

Concept: conventional glass-foil frameless

Technology: c-Si


25www.megasol.ch


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3.1.7 MecoSun26

The MV3 system was designed to facilitate roof integration of all photovoltaic modules onto metallic,

wooden or concrete roof structures. This system perfectly fits into a traditional roof, with water

tightness guarantee. The MV3 system enables covering of large scale buildings, from industrial

buildings to agricultural buildings and office buildings.

Location: France

Concept: conventional glass-foil

Technology: c-Si


26www.mecosun.fr


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3.1.8 Gehrlicher Solar27

The installation of the Intra roof-integrated system is particularly economical thanks to fewer system

components and the ergonomic system installation from top to bottom. The modules are installed

easily and quickly, without tools. The water-tightness of the roof is ensured by conducting water

away at the module level. Ventilation and the drainage of condensation are incorporated in theprofile. The whole system is in line with state-specific permits and certificates and offers proven

functional and structural safety: The water-tightness testing has been successfully completed in acc.

with prEN 15601 and the fire protection testing with DIN ENV 1187. The mounting system has

obtained certification by TV. The in roof system can host First Solar CdTe and silicon modules.

Location: Germany

Concept: in roof glass-back foil

Technology: c-Si, Cd Te

Size of building blocks: 1200mm x 600 mm, Innotech Solar 1650mm x 1000 mm

27www.gehrlicher.de


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3.1.9 RenuSol28

The innovation of the IntraSole CL system is the so-called rotational anchors. As a variable

mounting solution on the roof laths, the rotational anchors enable, in the easiest possible manner, by

turning, to achieve the perfect height compensation, e.g., in the case of irregular roof constructions

or for adjustment to the remaining roofing.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks: 60 cell laminate

28www.renusol.de


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3.1.10 Roto Sunroof29

Sunroof photovoltaic is a modular system and can be tailored to every individual wish. Integrated

ventilation and solar safety glass ensure optimal efficiency of the modules. Through its manifold

possibilities Roto Sunroof photovoltaic ideally suited for renovation.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks:

Dachneigung 22 - 90

Rahmen Holzrahmen

Grsse m 2,13

Gewicht kg 26

Nennleistung Wp 280/285

Zellenart Monokristallin

Kabel Solarkabel 4 mm2Hersteller Zelle Q.Cells (Deutschland)

Hersteller Laminat Q.Cells (Deutschland)

Max Schneelast 5400 Pascal

Max. Windlast 2400 Pascal*

29de.dst.roto-frank.com/privatkunden/solarsysteme


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3.1.11 SolarWatt30

In the Easy-In system the aluminum frame encloses three sides of the module, which is installed in

portrait orientation. Each side has a different shape and the installer can hook the module into the

support rail by the upper edge before sliding it into the correct position. This places the support rail

flush with the roof battens. The side frame sections of adjacent elements interlock using the tongueand groove principle, thereby forming horizontal rows of modules. Vertically, the modules are

superimposed like shingles with the projecting glass edge resting on the rubber seal of the row

below. The unframed bottom edge allows rainwater to drain off freely.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si


30www.solarwatt.com


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3.1.12 IRFTS31

Easy roof is a revolutionary system. It is based on an overlapping mounting with no seal, no cut. A

plastic frame is the only mechanism allowing water to drain. It is ideal for all kinds of roofs with tiles.

The system can host various standard solar modules based on crystalline and thin film technology.

Location: France


Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks: 7 sizes

31en.irfts.com


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3.1.13 Schco32

The Schco in roof mounting system can be used for pitched roofs starting from 15-65 degrees. The

system statics allow for a maximum height from 0-20m. Mounting must be over a waterproof

membrane according to building regulations.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si


32www.schueco.de


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3.1.14 Solar Fabrik33The new Incell system for roof integration of Solar Fabrik is a certified Innovative system with rearventilation technology which ensures high energy yields. Quick planning and easy installation whichcan be combined with virtually all types of roof tile. For roofs with pitches between 15 and 65

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks: 1394mm x 1023, 1710mm x 1023mm

33www.solar-fabrik.de


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3.1.15 Aleo Solar34The Solrif system is suited to nearly all roof types, and can be installed simply on new and existing

roofs. The hidden frame construction gives the shiny module surface a particularly sophisticated

appearance. The design of the facing panels may also be individually adjusted depending on

customer requirements and local practices. Water and snow simply drip off the seamless modulesurface. Placing an additional tarpaulin under the modules will make the Solrif system even more

rain-resistant than conventional roofing tiles.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si


34www.aleo-solar.com


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3.1.16 Heliosphera35The Venus series is designed to replace building components and make a waterproof construction.

The aluminum frame is fixed to the rear glass of the module, using a proven adhesive from the

structural glazing industry.

Location: Greece

Concept: in roof

Technology: amorphous-Si


35www.heliosphera.com


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3.1.17 Win Win Precision Technology Co., Ltd.36With in-roof or complete roof solutions, the standard roof covering such as tiles or corrugated

sheeting is replaced by frameless photovoltaic modules (so-called laminates). Regardless of

whether individual roof sections or the entire roof area is to be covered, the laminates are installed

such that

Location: Taiwan

Concept: in-roof

Technology: c-Si


36www.winaico.com/en/products/laminate-in-roof/


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3.1.18 SCX Solar37SCX Solo Roof is a mounting system (patent pending) for integration of solar panels in the roof of

buildings, greenhouses and with an angle which is between 5 and 45 degrees. The solar panels with

special mounting profiles form a watertight roof.

Location: Netherlands

Concept: in-roof

Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks: 1000mmx1500mm, 1000mmx1650mm, 1000mmx1950mm

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Pitched roofs: In-roof systems overview table

Company Country Productname

Weight

(kg/m2)

Power

density

(Wp/m2)

Height

[mm]Width

[mm]

Solon DE Solitaire 13,2 139 1044 1783Schott Solar DE Indax 12,1 137 999 1769

Scheuten Solar NL, DE Integra Vitro 15,92 140 1038 1520

Conergy DE SolarDelta 12,2 148 986 1651

CentroSolar DE S Class 12,6 155 831 1663

MegaSol CH 12,8 151 832 1593

MecoSun FR mv3 - - - -

Gehrlicher Solar DE GehrTec Intra - - 600 1200

Gehrlicher Solar DE GehrTec Intra - - 1000 1650

RotoSunroof DE Sunroof SRP - - - -

Renusol DE IntraSole CL - - - -SolarWatt DE Easy-In 13,8 140 1035 1764

IRFTS FR Easy roof - - - -

Schco DE MSE-500 20 137 1256 2156

Solar-Fabrik DE Incell - 145 1023 1710

Aleo Solar DE Solrif 11 144 1016 1704

Heliosphera GR Venus - 90 1106 1306

Win Win Precision Technology TW 11,5 135 673 1498

SCX Solar NL Solo Roof 1000 1650

Average 13 145 916 1604


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3.2 Pitched roofs: Small solar tiles-shingles-slates

3.2.1 DOW POWERHOUSE38

The DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle system installs and protects like a typical asphalt shingle

while offering electricity production. Installation is easy just like asphalt shingles nailed on the roof.The solar shingle consists out of flexible CIGS cells with high transmission tempered glass suitable forwind, snow and hail. The product holds all certifications for roof shingles and additionally certifiedaccording to IEC for solar modules.

Location: USA

Concept: Solar Shingle

Technology: flexible CIGS


38www.dowpowerhouse.com


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3.2.2 Atlantis Energy Systems39

Atlantis Energy Systems was founded in 2002 on the principle that quality construction materials andmethods should be the standard. Except the Sunslate product Atlantis is offering BITERS (BuildingIntegrated Thermal Electric Roofing System) a combination of photovoltaic and solar thermal roof

element.

Location: USA

Concept: solar slate

Technology: 6 x mono-Si


39www.atlantisenergy.com


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3.2.3 Panotron Energy Systems40

Panotron is a new innovative company combining solar electricity generation with solar thermal.

Traditional roof tiles are mounted on the roof battens. With Panotron system the battens are

installed in a horizontal direction by aluminum profiles. The aluminum profile introduces water-glycol

mixture, thus generating solar thermal energy. Additionally the tiles have a variety of colors in orderto contribute to the aesthetic design.


Concept: Solar Tiles

Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks: -

40www.panotron.com


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3.2.4SMARTROOF N.V41

RenoSolPan and NeoSolPan have been made from high quality synthetic materials which arerecyclableand do not require much energy during production. The built-in channels in RenoSolPanand NeoSolPan lead to extra cooling of the photovoltaic elements, resulting in an important

efficiency and lifetime increase.

Location: Belgium


Technology: c-Si


41www.smartroof.be


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3.2.5Solus Engineering42

Solus Engineering LLC offers a variety of tiles that form the solution in clean energy generation for

the residential housing market without being aesthetically distressing. The portfolio of products is big

with a variety of products and sizes.

Location: Belgium


Technology: mono-Si


Power density: 88Wp/m2

Weight: 14 kg/m2

Total 5,5 tiles per m2

Self cooling roof tiles

PDS wind lock systems

Weather resistant -40C to +85C

UV resistant color and fire proof

Available colours: black, brown coming soon

TUV and IEC certified by TUV Rheinland Laboratories Kln

Building material lab tested

Mono-Si solar cells guaranteed 20 years

Made of recyclable material

42www.solusengineering.com/en


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3.2.6 LUMETA43

Whether it is a flat or sloped roof, Lumeta has a roof integrated product that maximizes energy

efficiency. Each Lumeta Solar S Tile displaces approximately three traditional concrete or clay tiles, so

the tiles designs are customized to fit exactly the dimensions of major tile manufacturers. The actual

solar laminate is a standard glass superstrate, with EVA encapsulation and TPT (Tedlar/ Polyester/Tedlar) substrate construction, and utilizes monocrystalline cell technology. The Lumeta Solar S

Tiles are designed to be installed as the matching profiled tile roof system is being installed. The

electrical connections are housed in grooves in the bottom side of the Tiles, hiding all connections

from view. Tiles are daisy-chain connected using standard connectors, thus limiting the number of

penetrations to one or two per solar array. The result is an integrated look that does not compromise

the aesthetics of concrete or clay profiled tile roofs.

Location: USA

Concept: Tiles

Technology: mono-Si


43www.lumetasolar.com


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3.2.7Tegola fotovoltaica44

Giellenergy tile is made of thermoplastic resin. The PV module is set inside the thermoplastic resinstructure and is composed of two standard 156mm EVA encapsulated mono crystalline cells, coveredwith textured and tempered low-iron high transmittance (>92%) glass. Giellenergy tile is designed to

optimize solar light exposure, as tiles are specifically shaped to prevent the chance of any shadowzone irrespectively of solar inclination.

Location: Italy

Concept: Tiles

Technology: mono-Si


44www.giellenergy-tile.eu


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3.2.8LOF Solar45

LOF Solar developed the higher efficiency colored solar cells. Now, the option is no longer limited tocold blue. Spanish style fired-clay red solar tile can blend seemingly into the rooftop. The rooftop canremain warm and attractive. For re-roofing or restoration, the renaissance French-roof gray tile can

mingle intimately into the traditional architectural design.

Location: Taiwan

Concept: solar tile

Technology: colored c-Si

Size of building blocks: custom

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3.2.9SolarDachStein46

The SRT is quickly and easily installed. A qualified roofer and electrician will have no difficulty tocomplete the task in a single day. The simple roof tile does not require any alteration to the existingroof structure. The SRT is unique in design and function. The embedded Photovoltaic cells (pv) give

you the luxury of producing your own power, preserving the beauty of your home and landscape, nougly solar roof panels. STEPdesign, is in full compliance with preservation order regulations.Polymatrix is a specially designed man made material. It can be formed into most models of rooftiles. Polymatrix is manufactured from recycled plastics, but PVC free, it is light, unbreakable andnaturally weather proof. Polymatrix also comes with a 30 year guarantee.

Location: Italy

Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si (100mm x 100mm cells)

Size of building blocks: unknown

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3.2.10 Star Unity47

ENERGY tiles gets the electricity directly from sunlight without moving parts, totally silent and

maintenance-free. A sophisticated plug-in system allows for the flexible interconnection of the

assembled bricks in the easiest way. The product obtained from the sun stream through the system

directly piped into the house, either through an inverter to normal 230V power supply (grid-connected system), or a charge controller to the energy-storing batteries. This concept allows you to

realize the smallest, expandable system from a few watts to large systems of 3 kW and more.


Concept: solar tile

Technology: mono-Si, amorphous


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Pitched roofs: Small solar tiles-shingles-slates overview table

Company Country Product name Weight

(kg/m2)

Cell effi-

ciency

(%)

Power

density

(Wp/m2)

Height

[mm]

Width

[mm]

Dow USA PowerhouseSolar Shingle

10 39 250 570

Atlantis EnergySystems

USA SunSlate RoofTile

40,3 300 400

Panotron EnergySystem

DE Solar-F 74

Smartroof B Neosolpan 16 120 468 356

Smartroof B Renosolpan 17 75

Solus Engineering B Roof tile 14 88

LUMETA USA Solar S tile 66 432 968

Tegola fotovoltaica IT Giellenergy 14,5 18,2 80 245 415

LOF Solar TW True steel 65 600 1100

SolarDachStein IT SRT

Star Unity CH Energy tiles 9 60 260 440

Average 19 74 365 607


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3.3 Pitched roofs: Large solar tiles-shingles-slates

3.3.1 Synroof48 is a Dutch company that emphasizes at the aesthetic part of solar roofs. For fulfilling

their target they have developed a BIPV module that can be connected with normal roof tiles in

order tohave a pleasant result in terms of aesthetics including 12 x mono-Si cells per tile.

Location: The Netherlands

Concept: Solar tile

Technology: 12 x mono-Si per shingle


48www.synroof.nl


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3.3.2 Romag-Fath Solar49

Romag is a leading glass processor based in County Durham in the North East of England. Serving thePV market since 2004 by producing solar panels. Now they offer BIPV products presenting the totalroof solution. Moreover, solar panels can be designed at any dimensions giving a solution for

specific requirements. The products are certified according to IEC standards and holds a 25 yearguarantee.

Location: England-Germany

Concept: solar tile -shingle

Technology: 12 x poly-Si + 32 x poly-Si

Size of building blocks: 375mmx 1036mm + 692mm x 1352mm

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3.3.3 Solar Century50C21 solar electric roof tiles, plain tiles and roof slates are fully integrated photovoltaic roofingproducts, designed for new buildings and re-roofing projects. C21e are designed as constructionproducts in their own right and have undergone the same wind, fire and weather testing as the

roofing products they replace. Solarcentury has designed a range of pre-engineered systems readyfor installation, including all of the on roof and electrical components a roofer will need. Solarcenturyhas been awarded a Queens Award for Enterprise for excellence in innovation for its C21e solar

electric roof tile and slate. Solar Century provides 2 solutions including solar tiles and solar slates.Solar slates are compatible with natural slates across a wide range of standard sizes.

Location: England

Concept: Solar Tile+Slate

Technology: 18 x mono-Si +18 x mono-Si

Size of building blocks: 1220mm x 420mm + 1210mm x 445mm

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3.3.4 SunPower51

The SunTile constists out of 22 back contact high efficient solar cells with optimal placement to

reduce shading losses. Suntiles blend seamlessly into roofs while generating clean energy. The

Suntile has all necessary certifications and withstands up to 110 miles per hour winds.

Location: USA

Concept: Shingle

Technology: 22 x mono-Si back contact


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3.3.5 Sharp52

High-power module (62W) using 155mm square poly-crystal silicon solar cells. These solar roofshingles are quick and easy to integrate into the roof in the same manner as common, flat concretetiles

No additional framing materials or extra roof penetrations are required because the module bracketsscrew to the existing roof battens. Compatible with most roof tiles used in new residentialconstruction, like Eagle and Monier, each solar roof module replaces five concrete tiles. Sharpsadvanced surface texturing process increases light absorption and efficiency while providing a moresubdued, natural look. Non-reflective white tempered glass, EVA resin, weatherproof film andblack double-anodized aluminum frame for extended outdoor use Sharp modules are manufacturedin ISO 9001 certified facilities 25-year limited warranty on power output.

Location: Japan

Concept: Shingle

Technology: 18 x poly-Si


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3.3.6 Monier53Each PV Tile has been engineered to integrate perfectly with Redlands most popular tiles for thehouse building market Cambrian Slate, DuoPlain, Mini Stonewold and MockBond Mini Stonewold,Grovebury and Landmark Double Pantile, 50 Double Roman and Landmark Double Roman making

Redland the first company in the UK to offer a fully-integrated PV solution for slate, plain tile andprofile appearance roofs.

Location: England

Concept: Tiles

Technology: mono-Si

Size of building blocks: 1827mm-1985mm x 301mm-472mm

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3.3.7 PowerSlates LLC54

The module is extremely easy to install in the place of normal tiles, guaranteeing a cascade

installation with waterproofing of the roof even without the use of sheathing, provided that channels

are installed to collect and evacuate rainwater to the eaves. The rails with brackets are inserted

between also make it extremely easy to install the tiles by simply applying them on the existinginfrastructure. The use of a thin 3 mm ceramic back sheet and an encapsulate 5 times harder and 100

times more resistant than those normally used (EVA, PVB) guarantees unparalleled durability and

reliability. (LAMINAM tech)

Location: USA

Concept: slates

Technology: mono-Si


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3.3.8 Systaic Solar55

This is an internationally innovation compatible with all types of cell technology. These square unitswith their light, long lasting polyurethane frames, are interlocked depending on the roof surface,without the need for cables, and make up the SYSTAIC energy field on the roof. This active energy

component with integrated, transformer-free inverters can achieve a significantly improved energyyield compared to conventional products.

Location: Germany

Concept: solar slates

Technology: multiple cell technologies


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3.3.8 Rheinzink56The QUICK STEP-Solar PV system has succeeded in integrating ecological solar energy production and

modern roofing architecture. Solar modules are adhered directly onto individual QUICK STEP panels

using a transparent high tech adhesive. The production of these solar panels is thus realized using

progressive technology. The result is a durable flexible connection of RHEINZINK and glass, whichmeets the specific requirements pertaining to light penetration, weather and aging resistance

perfectly. When subjected to moist or dry conditions, cold or extreme heat the adhesive strip

maintains its performance. Durable ageing-resistance was established in extensive lab tests as well as

in the field.

Location: Germany

Concept: Tiles, flat roofs and faades

Technology: c-Si


Dimensions: 2000 mm x 365 mm

Weight: 19.10 kgModule area: 0.73 m2

Module output: 68 Wp 10 %Operating voltage: VMPP = ca. 14.20 VOperating current: IMPP = ca. 4.80 AOpen circuit voltage: VOC = 17.10 V

Short circuit current: ISC = 5.12 AConnection: MC- box, 600 mm

wire included

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3.3.10 Saint Gobain Solar57SunLap is the proposition of SG Solar in the BIPV sector. It has been characterized for its aesthetic

design with unframed module and good performance up to 145W/m2. Installation is easy like

conventional roof tiles. With special provided hooks the SunLap can be installed easy directly on the

roof battens offering water tightness and electric power generation. Water tightness is guaranteedbecause of the 12cm overlap of the solar tiles providing also ventilation for ultimate performance.

The SunLap is available in mono and multi-Si modules and two sizes.

Location: France

Concept: Tiles,

Technology: mc-Si, mono-Si

Size of building blocks: 962mm x 1296mm, 980mm x 1120mm

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3.3.10 Helvetic Energy58Aldo+Voltaic is a solar module for roof integration. Can be combined with the Aldo+ solar thermal

module and provide solar heat and solar electricity. Waterproof ness is guaranteed because of the

edge sealing and the special adhesive technology used.


Concept: Tiles

Technology: mono-Si


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3.3.11 New Roof Hybrid59NewRoof Hybrid is installed instead of traditional tiles with the same installation technique and

without modifying and altering the structure of the roof, while keeping the visual impact at a

minimum and the respect for architectural design at a maximum. The connecting material for the

tiles is an aluminum cover painted and laminated in ductile and eco-compatible alu. Alternatively theconnecting material for the tiles in resin painted with the same geometric pattern of the tiles,

different or specific for the various types of tiles. Different colors are available for all the tiles in

concrete and clay.

Location: Italy

Concept: tile

Technology: c-Si


Photovoltaic laminate with 4mm glass, black or brown backsheet

Thermal insulation with 10mm thick NANOtech material

70 wp photovoltaic cell + 10% performance, thanks to thermoregulation

Thermal: 0,2 Kwr 0,4 Kwt

Quick clutch brass collectors with special VITON gaskets

5" monocrystalline cells

0,5 mt MCT4 connectors

Aluminium absorber with selective coating

Laser welded to a 10 mm copper pipe

Solar captation surface: 0,50 m2

Occupied surface: from 0,60 m2 to 0,74 m2

Dimensions: 0,5 X 2,00 x 0,28 mt (overlap: 100-170 mm)

stagnation temperature: 200C.

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3.3.12 Eternit Solar60The Integral Plan photovoltaics modules have been specifically tuned for the Eternit Integral Plan

roof system. The exact adjustment to the grid pattern of the roof panels provides an aesthetic

solution and reducing the number of interfaces and transitions. The modules are integrated into the

roof into a landscape and they have uniform appearance. The modules are frameless, black color andthey prevent the accumulation of dirt on the edges. Special tempered glass of 6mm is used.


Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si


60www.eternit.ch/produkte-loesungen/solar


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3.3.13 Swiss Solar Systems AG61MegaSlate Plus Energy solar roof system can cover either the entire roof area or be partiallyintegrated, replacing traditional roof slates. It is TV-certified and tested for durability against windsnow and hail, providing optimum protection against the weather. The frameless MegaSlate

elements are laid like conventional roof tiles. They are supplied with a sub-structure consisting ofdrainage profiles (GRP profiles) and three hooks for each element. The elements are arrangedvertically and overlapping, whereby the GRP profiles act both as support rails for the MegaSlateelements and as water drainage channels. 5mm tempered glass.


Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si


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3.3.15 Solstis62

The Solstis photovoltaic tile is suitable for a wide variety of pitched roofs, whether for an applica^onin a single-family house or an industrial building. Mounting the panels is quick and easy. Based on theprinciple of laying tiles, the profiled sections interlock horizontally. They are held together by metal

brackets attached to the roof battens. Using this mounting configuration, each panel can beindividually removed and replaced. The shape of the profiled sections also helps snow to slide off andrainwater to flow off quickly.


Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks: 1337-1583mm x 792-991mm

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3.3.16 System Photonics63Replaces or becomes a part of traditional roof coverings, while maintaining and improving their

insulation and protective properties.Photovoltaic tiles, size 1000 x750 mm, power 95Wp. Suitable

forcascadetiling, theseunitsensurecompleteverticalwaterproofing. They can be installed easilyon

a wooden frame or on concrete beams with or without protective sheathing, and in ordinaryconditions they do not require additional bolts or fastening devices. Available with back-sheets in a

variety of colors, they can be combined with plain tiles of the same color, size and material.

Location: Italy

Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si


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3.3.17 Tenesol64Tenesol offers a wide range of structures to meet the requirements of any of your projects for

electrical grid connection. Tenesols structures range is adapted to your buildings: industrial sites,

farm buildings, individual housing, architectural work, etc., our structures will meet the architectural

objectives of your projects. Tenesols structures are reliable, durable and tough; they are guaranteedfor 10 years, and hardly tested.

Location: France

Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si


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3.3.18 Stafier BV65Stafier Solar Systems has been involved in the development, applications and production of building-

integrated Photovoltaic panels since 2001. Mounting of the modules is made directly onto the roof

battens without modifying the roof. The products from Stafier hold a TUV BIPV certificate and they

have been tested for mechanical durability and stability.

Location: Netherlands

Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si


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3.3.19 Suntechnics AG66The SUNJOULE Panel is composed of a special glass surface. The cells are grouped under this glass

tile. Behind comes the cell-wiring and as last follows a tedlar-film as concluding protection. These

four shifts are being fused in a so-called laminator under both high pressure and high temperatures.

The module has 18 cells and provides 45 Wp. Not the whole glass surface is equipped with cells butonly the part that remains visible after a scaled and overlapping arrangement of the modules on the

roof.


Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si (125mm x 125mm cells)

Size of building blocks: 1218mm x 420 mm

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3.3.20 Soltecture67

With its Pallium roof-integrated system, Soltecture offers the perfect combination of aesthetics and

efficiency. The roof-integrated solar solution enhances the building as its homogenous black glass

surface and black frames meet the most demanding architectural demands. The integrated roof

system is based on Soltectures thin-film modules provide maximum efficiency thanks to the CIGSe

absorbers. Unobstructed drainage and smooth cover glass ensures excellent self-cleaning and

minimizes system losses.

Location: Germany

Concept: solar tile

Technology:


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3.3.21 Creaton68

The system fits perfectly with the design of the roofing. The aluminium frame is fitted to the covering

grid of the respective burnt-clay roofing tiles and thus allows for a visually appealing overall

impression. The ventilation layer integrated in the CREATON system draws the heat accumulation off

via the sub-roof structure. The individual modules are mounted on the roof battening by means ofsuspension lugs and fastened at the top using screws manufactured of stainless steel. Simple plug-

type connections allow for a quick and safe cabling.

Location: Germany

Concept: solar tile

Technology: mono-Si


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3.3.22 Solarday 69

The MegaSlate solar elements are of a standardized size. If required, customized elements can be

produced to suit shape and size of any roof. MegaSlate solar roof system can cover either the entire

roof area or can be partially integrated, replacing traditional roof tiles. The product has been tested for

durability against wind, snow and hail, providing optimum protection against the weather.

Location: Italy

Concept: solar slate

Technology: c-Si


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3.3.23 Solaire70

The photovoltaic tiles are attached to the underlying load-bearing structure using specially designed

watertight fixings. The tiles mutual overlapping and elastic suspension prevents the roof being

affected by the longitudinal, lateral, transversal and vibratory movements of the framework. On the

edge of the roof, dummies (edging tiles) are used to ensure a clean finish to the roof.

Location: France

Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si


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3.3.24 BIPV Inc71

Sun Energy Tiles are designed to install in much the same way as concrete tile roofing, saving time

and money. Sun Energy Tiles use high-efficiency poly-crystalline solar cells to deliver more watts per

square foot than regular roof mounted solar panels and BIPV products based on thin-film solar

technology.

Location: USA

Concept: solar tile

Technology: c-Si


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3.3.25 Solarion72

Solarion strives for technological leadership in the industrial production of CIGS thin-film solar cells

on flexible substrates. Now Solarion introduces the Metal Roof Shingle. This shingle is directly

laminated onto colored aluminum and it is unbreakable and light weight. The product will be

commercially available on the second half of 2013.

Location: Germany

Concept: solar shingle

Technology: CIGS


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Pitched roofs: Large solar tiles-shingles-slates overview table

Company Country Product name Weight

(kg/m2)

Cell

efficiency

(%)

Power

density

(Wp/m2)

Height

[mm]

Width

[mm]

BIPV inc USA Sun Energy Tile 12 104 430 1200

Creaton DE Solecia 15 123 335 1778

Eternit Solar CH Integral Plan 14 116 1200 2500

Helvetic Energy CH Voltaic 120 1098 2250

Monier UK DuoPlain 21,8 17 120 301 1973

Monier UK Double Roman 18,6 17 146 473 1827

Monier UK Grovebury 18,6 17 146 472 1827

Monier UK Mini Stonewold 16,8 17 137 469 1940

Monier UK Cambrian 16,4 17 90 362 1985

New RooF Hybrid IT PV laminate 70 500 2000PowerSlates USA Powerslates roof collection 135 755 1010

Rheinzink DE quick step 30 97 365 2000

Romag UK Powerglaz 123 375 1036



Saint Gobain Solar FR Sunlap SLP150 120 962 1296

Saint Gobain Solar FR Sunlap SLM142 118 990 1220

Sharp Japan ND62RU1F 13,9 115 396 1499

Solar Century UK C21e Slate 13,9 17,7 131 445 1210

Solar Century UK C21e Tile 19,7 17,7 124 420 1220Solarday IT 139 875 1300

Solaire FR Suntile 19,5 125 870 870

Solarion DE Metal Roof Shingle 4 83 630 1300

Solstis CH Oryon 13 144 991 1337

Solstis CH Oryon noir 12,8 180 792 1583

Soltecture DE Pallium 16,3 112 681 1302

Stafier NL solar tile 17,8 150 335 1780

Sunpower USA SunTile 25,2 22 110 425 1475

Suntechnics CH SunJoule 90 420 1218

Swiss Solar Systems CH MegaSlate 15 140 875 1300Synroof NL Kingston W23 solarpan 23,3 19 100 480 932

Systaic Solar DE 127 1045 1045

System Photonics IT PV tile 16 118 750 1000

Tenesol FR 14 137 700 1510

Average 17 122 626 1488


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3.4. Skylights and semi-transparent roof systems

3.4.1 Canadian Solar73

BIPV modules use double sided low iron tempered glass with solar cells laminated in between. BIPV

modules are ideal for roofs, skylights and/or faades. Based on a glass-glass concept the laminate canhost multi or mono-Si solar cells. 5 or 6 inches cells can be used with various densities according tothe transparence needed.

Location: Canada, China

Concept: glass-glass

Technology: mc-Si, mono-Si (5 or 6 inches cells)

Size of building blocks: 100mm x 100mm 2000mm x 3000mm

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3.4.2 ET SOLAR74

BIPV modules which can be installed on a wide variety of building structures including roofs,

skylights, faades, shade, etc. BIPV modules can be integrated to new buildings and retrofitted onto

existing buildings. While the equipment and installation cost of BIPV products are now largely

comparable to the cost of the traditional building materials, their ability to power the building makescompelling economic sense. A module with transparent backsheet material and a glass-glass module

complete the portfolio of ET Solar.

Location: China

Concept: transparent back sheet laminate, glass-glass

Technology: mc-Si, mono-Si (5 or 6 inches cells)


Transmission rate 20%

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3.4.3 Shenzhen Golden Glass BIPV Technologies Limited75

PVB encapsulated double glazed BIPV modules for various building integrations. Custom is the keyword for Shenzhen. Color, shape, size, thickness are all customizable in order to fulfill all the buildingrequirements such as: roofs, faades, shading.

Location: China

Concept: glass-glass,

Technology: mc-Si, mono-Si (5 or 6 inches cells), many colors, opaque amorphous Si

Size of building blocks: 300mm x 300mm 2300mm x 3600mm

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3.4.4 Scheuten Solar76

Multisol Vitro is the first crystalline glass-glass product for a broad range of applications. The

module offers outstanding wind and snow loads and an excellent fire tolerance. Improved functional

and aesthetical PV solutions: roof-applied, roof-integrated and faade-integrated.

Location: Germany - Netherlands


Technology: multi-Si


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3.4.5 Tenesol77

Optimization of light transmittance by modifying the number of cells in the module and choice of

dimensions of the modules for variety of BIPV applications with the TE Lumix Design. Large choice of

glass type and thickness, Heat-Soaked Tempered glasses for safety (HST), Modules designed to

comply with shock resistance requirements (1200 Joules test). Optimization of energy balance ofbuildings allowing to meet the RT2012 objectives.

Location: France


Technology: multi-Si


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3.4.6 Siliken78

Cell composition from 40 to 60 cells. Multicrystalline and monocrystalline modules, with powers

ranging from 150 Wp to 260 Wp.

Location: Spain


Technology: c-Si


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3.4.7 Kinmacsolar79

Glass/glass modules with high production standards for skylight applications. Cell spacing can be

customized according to clients.

Location: Taiwan


Technology: c-Si


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Chapter 4: Products for flat and curved roofs

4.1 UniSolar81

UNI-SOLAR is the worlds largest producer of flexible solar panels. And, thanks to the combined

technological know-how of UNI-SOLAR and parent company. The solar cells are made of 11 triplejunction amorphous silicon solar cells connected in series and have 1113% in conversion efficiency.The laminate encapsulation material is durable ETFE high light-transmissive polymer.

Location: USA

Concept: Shingle

Technology: triple junction amorphous Silicon


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4.2 Rheinzink82

The QUICK STEP-Solar PV system has succeeded in integrating ecological solar energy production and

modern roofing architecture. Solar modules are adhered directly onto individual QUICK STEP panels

using a transparent high tech adhesive. The production of these solar panels is thus realized using

progressive technology. The result is a durable flexible connection of RHEINZINK and glass, whichmeets the specific requirements pertaining to light penetration, weather and aging resistance

perfectly. When subjected to moist or dry conditions, cold or extreme heat the adhesive strip

maintains its performance. Durable ageing-resistance was established in extensive lab tests as well as

in the field.

Location: Germany

Concept: flexible laminate



Click Roll Cap SystemCell type Triple Junction solar cells

made of thin-film siliconPV-module 394 mm x 2848 mm

Nominal output 68 Wp 5 %Operating voltage VMPP 16.5 VNominal current IMPP 4.13 ANo-load voltage VOC 23.10 V

Short circuit current ISC 5.10 ACertificate IEC 61646 (CEC 701)

Protection class 2 (TV Rheinland)Connection MC-box, including

800 mm cable

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4.3 Alwitra83

A system of technically and technologically integrated product groups, which have proven

themselves in practice, for multifunctional roofing solutions including all flashings, capping and roof

penetration details, which ensures permanent and reliable resistance to all impacts and loads on the

roof sealing and serves for direct conversion of solar energy into electric power. The system ensuresreliable and quick laying, application and installation by the roofer and the electrician. It provides

maximum freedom of design for new build and refurbishment works and is extraordinary durable

and economical.

Location: Germany




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4.4 SoloPower84

Copper Indium Gallium di Selenide (CIGS) semiconductor material is deposited on a flexible stainless

steel substrate and encapsulated in a state-of-the-art moisture barrier laminate. The SF1 module is

easily configured for multiple adhesive applications, enabling rapid installation and low-cost system

integration with a wide variety of metal substrates.

Location: Germany


Technology: CIGS


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4.5 Global Solar85

Global Solars high efficiency CIGS solar modules are designed for rooftops. The flexible module fits

all roof shapes, is lightweight, and requires no roof perforations or mounting hardware.

Location: USA


Technology: CIGS


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4.6 Ascent Solar86

Ascent Solar WaveSol Light provides a new way to integrate lightweight, flexible solar modules into

building materials to achieve cost-effective, high-performance solar power. WaveSol Light modules

deliver the highest power density available on thin-film plastic substrates. WaveSol Light

modules laminate onto roofing, shading and building surfaces to decrease energy costs and provide aclean, renewable source of energy.

Location: USA


Technology: CIGS


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4.7 Xunlight87

Xunlights offers a line of lightweight and mechanically flexible photovoltaic modules. The products

are specifically designed for rooftop installations. Xunlight currently offers four widths of products,

the XR (for TPO and EPDM membrane roofs), XRS (for 24 standing seam roofs), XRU (for 16

standing seam roofs) and XRN series (for 12 standing seam roofs). These products all use thebandgap-tuned triple-junction thin-film silicon solar cells, manufactured by Xunlight at its Toledo,

Ohio, USA factory.

Location: USA


Technology: triple junction thin film silicon

Size of building blocks: various sizes

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4.8 Kalzip88

Kalzip AluPlusSolar sheets provide a lightweight and fully roof-integrated renewable power

generation source. The system utilises a robust yet flexible triple-junction amorphous thin-film

photovoltaic (PV) laminate that is factory-bonded directly onto the Kalzip aluminium standing seam

sheets outer surface thereby blending unobtrusively into the roof profile and becoming a creativefeature. Sheets can be straight, concave curved or convex curved which allows for a wide variety of

roof designs to be achieved

Location: Germany


Technology: triple junction thin film silicon (unisolar)


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4.9 HyET Solar89

HyEt Solar has developed a unique process for the production of flexible silicon thin film solar cells

based on a roll to roll process. Flexible, light-weight and unbreakable is ideal for integration at the

building envelope as a roofing or faade element.

Location: The Netherlands


Technology: tandem thin film silicon


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Chapter 5: Products for Faades

5.1 Faade cladding systems

5.1.1 Solar Century90

Cladding a building in solar creates a high-tech aesthetic, and can be cheaper than other prestige

cladding materials such as marble or bronze. Solarcentury have developed effective solutions for

cable management and panel mounting which work with typical faade systems. Quick installation

off-site assembly and pre-fabrication of cladding elements can deliver rapid installation times.

Location: England

Concept: faade cladding

Technology: c-Si


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5.1.2 Soltecture91

The design of the production hall reinterprets the conventional industrial faade for use with solarmodules. Solar elements integrated in the horizontally laid corrugated sheet cladding on the exterioroffer a double function, providing not just energy but also an attractive visual feature. The number of

solar elements can be changed as required in accordance with the orientation.

Location: Germany


Technology: CIS


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5.1.3 Ruuki92

Liberta Solar panel is standard size and part of the Ruukki Design Palette architectural claddings

family, allowing for greater flexibility in design options when completing faade colours for the entire

building. To achieve a unified glass faade, Liberta Glass panels provide a visually consistent, free-

sized complementary solution for corners and openings.

Location: Finland


Technology: CIGS


92www.ruukki.com/News-and-events/News-archive/2011


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5.1.4 Schco93

Schco offers a variety of systems (FW 50+S) , which allow even the most innovative faade conceptsto be realized supremely well architecturally: from window faades with a perfect appearance toimpressive structural glazing and high-tech synergy faades.

Location: Germany


Technology: a-Si


93www.schueco.com/web/us/commercial/fenster_tueren_und_fassaden/products/facades


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5.1.5 Ertex Solar94

Ertex solar offers cladding facades and many other BIPV solutions designed for architects that want

to include energy generation at the building envelope.

Location: Austria


Technology: c-Si

Size of building blocks: 2000mm x 1000mm (max size)

94www.ertex-solar.at


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5.1.6 Bisem95

The BISEM-Wall is a flexible aluminum chassis that will also seamlessly incorporate electrochromic

glass and super high R-Value glass. The system can be easily installed by any qualified glazier. It has

been developed with German performance standards and with USA building standards. The system

utilizes micro-inverter technology.

Location: USA


Technology: c-Si, amorphous-Si


95www.bisem-usa.com


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5.1.7 MGT-esys96

MGT has developed a cladding faade with an invisible mounting system. In cooperation with the

customized glass solar modules an aesthetic result can be achieved. With this type of fastening, a

mechanical anchoring of the glass elements is ensured with no external supports. By combining

various color films, almost infinite number of colors can be realized in combination with photovoltaic.Size and shape of the modules are individually adapted to the local conditions.

Location: Austria

Concept: cladding facade

Technology: c-Si


96http://www.mgt-esys.at/


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5.2 Semi-transparent Faade systems

5.2.1 Schott Solar97

The semi-transparent ASI THRU, ASI OPAK modules are known for their light intensity and are

available as laminated safety glass or insulating glass elements. This opens up a multitude offunctionalities and offers all of the structural-physical advantages of conventional glass faades. ASI

BIPV elements can be installed using a variety of different mullion-transom constructions to form

wall claddings.

Location: Germany

Concept: semi-transparent faade

Technology: a-Si


97www.schott.com/solar/english


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5.2.2 SolarNova98

Glass-glass solar modules can be made with insulation glazing for integration in glass faades or roof

areas over heated rooms. Here, the insulation glass solar module even takes on structural, acoustic,

thermal and weather proof functions. Solutions with the triple insulation glass structure comply with

the German passive house standards.

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si


98www.solarnova.de


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5.2.3 Yohkon Energia99

High-performance photovoltaic modules YE6140M GG, based on monocrystalline cells and

specifically designed for building integration photovoltaics (BIPV) such as faades, porches,

greenhouses, rooftops, etc.

Location: Spain


Technology: c-Si


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5.2.4 SunTech100

The standard glass laminate, measuring 980mm x 950mm comes in 1%, 5% or 10% transparency and

10.5mm or 13.5mm thickness. A variety of custom sizing options are also available and the unit can

be fabricated into insulating glass units when a lower U-value is desired.

Location: China


Technology: c-Si


100www.suntech.com


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5.2.5 Naps Systems101

The GG laminates may include an insulationg window unit with almost any type of glass package inthe inner side, like a safety laminate or bullet proof glass. The laminates offer the possibility oftailoring the light transmission to a desired level by adjusting the gaps between the solar cells.

Location: Finland


Technology: c-Si


101www.napssystems.com


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5.2.6 Smile Solar102

See through amorphous Silicon modules specially designed for transparent faades. Transparency

can be customized according to customers needs.

Location: Taiwan


Technology: amorphous-Si


102www.smilesolar.com.tw/english


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5.3 Louver Systems

5.3.1 Miso Design103

BIPV Louver systems are the excellent shading system for buildings by offering shading and at thesame time renewable energy thus having a double role in the building envelope.

Location: England

Concept: Louver systems

Technology: c-Si


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5.3.2 Colt International104

Colt Shadovoltaic is a fixed or controllable external glazed solar shading system that may be installed

either vertically or horizontally in front of the faade. Photovoltaic cells are integrated into the glass

so as to generate electricity.

Location: England


Technology: c-Si


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5.3.3 NACO105

NACO is a manufacturer of jalousie and louver systems based on glass, aluminum, wood and PVC.

NACO supplied a system with integrated Photovoltaic cells for a building of ECN Petten.

Location: Italy


Technology: c-Si


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5.3.4 Solarnova106

Moving slat systems are used for sunshading and to support daylight illumination. The shading

systems with photovoltaic slats are designed to track the course of the sun and are a top quality,

multifunctional type of solar integration. The fully variable tracking system permits all-day glare-free

shading with optimum daylight yield and high solar power generation. Solarnova realized in

Mhlenscharrn a PV sunshade system with automatic position tracking. .

Location: Germany


Technology: c-Si


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COMPANY INDEX

Company page

Alantis Energy Systems 35

Aleo Solar 29

Alwitra 81

Ascent Solar 84

BIPV Inc 68

Bisem 94

Canadian Solar 71

CentroSolar 19

Colt International 103

Conergy 18Creaton 65

Dow Powerhouse 34

Ertex Solar 93

ET Solar 72

Eternit Solar 57

Gehrlicher Solar 22

Global Solar 83

Heliosphera 30

Helvetic Energy 55

Hyet Solar 87IRFTS 26

Kalzip 86

Kinmac Solar 77

LOF Solar 41

LUMETA 39

Mage Sunovations 78

Mecosun 21

Megasol 20

MGT-esys 95

Miso Design 102Monier 50

NACO 104

Naps Systems 100

New Roof Hybrid 56

Panotron Enrgy

Systems

36

PowerSlates 51

Renusol 23

Rheinzink 53, 80

Romag 46Roto Roof 24

Company page

Ruuki 91

Saint Gobain 54

Scheuten 17, 74

Schott 16, 96

Schco 27, 92

SCX Solar 32

Sharp 49

Shenzhen Golden Glass 73

Siliken 76

Smartroof 37

Smile Solar 101

Solaire 67

Solar Fabrik 28

Solarcentury 47, 89

SolarDachStein 42

Solarday 66

Solarion 69

SolarNova 97, 105

SolarWatt 25

Solon 15SoloPower 82

Solstis 59

Soltecture 64, 90

Solus Engineering 38

Stafier Solar 62

Star Unity 43

SunPower 48

SunTech 99

SunTechnics 63

Swiss Solar Systems 58Synroof 45

Systaic Solar 52

Systems Photonics 60

Tegola Fotovoltaika 40

Tenesol 61, 75

UniSolar 79

Win Win precision 31

Xunlight 85

Yokhon Energia 98


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