How to develop and manufacture photovoltaic solar cells?

Developing and manufacturing photovoltaic solar cells implies no compromise on testing equipment. Developers need an accurate way of measuring the performance of their prototypes and compare their experiments, while manufacturers must be able to rely on robust equipment that presents minimum operation and maintenance costs.

How many solar PV modules are made in Europe?

Today, at least 38 European solar PV module production equipment manufacturers operate on the continent, in nine countries (DE, FR, IT, NL, CH, ES, HU, FI, NO). Most - 75% - are active in the cells and modules equipment manufacturing segment.

What equipment does solaronix offer?

Solaronix proposes two ranges of equipment featuring our original [Lumixo light engine] (Light Engine): The Sunirad light soakers, and the Solixon large area [solar simulators] (Solar Simulators). Both product lines benefit from the same exceptional characteristics of the Lumixo light engine: An Exclusive Swiss made Light Source

What is the role of European companies in the solar industry?

In the solar sector, European companies originally played a key role in developing the production equipment needed for the mass production of solar wafers, cells, and modules. While the rise of China's solar manufacturing sector initially provided a significant export market, a highly competitive local industry has since emerged.