Record low silicon consumption achieved by Sovello
Leading wafer innovation
(PresseBox) - 09.2011 - At only 135µm thickness, Sovello produces the world?s thinnest crystalline wafers used in a photovoltaic industrial manufacturing process. As an integrated manufacturer Sovello is now in a position to produce wafers and cells far thinner than any other PV manufacturer. The pilot manufacturing of these cells is in ongoing ramp-up.
Sovello Chief Technology Officer, Hans-Jörg Axmann explains: ?For several years Sovello has been independently developing STRING RIBBON? products. We are the first company to reach this break-through which has been an objective of the PV Industry for many years. I am truly excited we have achieved this milestone. This program demonstrates the specific advantages and potential of our unique innovative technology.?
The specific advantage of this technology: Sovello produces wafers with less than half the silicon and energy consumption required by traditional wafer sawing processes.
Sovello CEO, Dr. Theodor (Ted) Scheidegger adds: ?Sovello?s thinner wafers and cells now allow an even more intelligent use of resources - this accompanied by continued high efficiency of our solar modules securing outstanding energy yield for our customers. Already now we contribute in a meaningful way to low impact renewable energy generation and reduction of greenhouse gases for the benefit of future generations.?
Sovello AG is one of the world?s largest integrated manufacturers of photovoltaic solar wafers, solar cells and solar modules. Sovello?s vision is to become the leading sustainable company in the global industry for photovoltaic technology and renewable energies. The high-performance solar modules made by Sovello are different from conventional, multicrystalline solar modules being manufactured in a particularly resource-efficient way and enjoy short energy amortization: When producing STRING RIBBONTM wafers in its factories, Sovello uses up to 50 % less silicon and consumes up to 50 % less energy compared to traditional silicon based technologies.
Sovello operates three production sites in Bitterfeld-Wolfen, Sachsen-Anhalt. The first plant, SV1, began operating in June 2006. In June 2007, Sovello brought its second production site SV2 online. With its third completed production site, SV3, the Sovello group now has a total annual production capacity of 180 MWp in Germany and 40 MWp in Canada. Capacity is set to increase further. Sovello employs around 1,250 people at its sites in Bitterfeld-Wolfen. Following the setting up of Soventix GmbH and Soventix Canada, Inc. in 2010, the company has widened its focus to gain access to a number of promising international markets.
Sovello AG is one of the world?s largest integrated manufacturers of photovoltaic solar wafers, solar cells and solar modules. Sovello?s vision is to become the leading sustainable company in the global industry for photovoltaic technology and renewable energies. The high-performance solar modules made by Sovello are different from conventional, multicrystalline solar modules being manufactured in a particularly resource-efficient way and enjoy short energy amortization: When producing STRING RIBBONTM wafers in its factories, Sovello uses up to 50 % less silicon and consumes up to 50 % less energy compared to traditional silicon based technologies.
Sovello operates three production sites in Bitterfeld-Wolfen, Sachsen-Anhalt. The first plant, SV1, began operating in June 2006. In June 2007, Sovello brought its second production site SV2 online. With its third completed production site, SV3, the Sovello group now has a total annual production capacity of 180 MWp in Germany and 40 MWp in Canada. Capacity is set to increase further. Sovello employs around 1,250 people at its sites in Bitterfeld-Wolfen. Following the setting up of Soventix GmbH and Soventix Canada, Inc. in 2010, the company has widened its focus to gain access to a number of promising international markets.
Datum: 05.09.2011 - 09:03 Uhr
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