Global Solar Rolls Out Flexible CIGS Module for Roofing Industry
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Author: CompoundSemi News Staff

September 6, 2010... Global Solar of Tucson, Arizona USA, unveiled its flexible CIGS building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) module, the PowerFlex BIPV. The company specially designed the PowerFlex BIPV modules for commercial and industrial rooftops. Global Solar claims that the modules can deliver more power per rooftop than any other solar solution. Global Solar also claims that the PowerFLEX BIPV module installed on rooftops can quickly and cost effectively start generating clean energy. The PowerFlex offers 12.6 percent aperture efficiency, The module measures 5.75m x 0.5m and has a power density of 300W. Global Solar claims that the module can produce 50 percent more energy and power than the current amorphous silicon standard.

The company notes that unlike other solar solutions it is lightweight and can be applied directly to a roofing surface, requiring no mounting hardware, no roof penetrations, and it creates no additional wind load. The PowerFlex BIPV was designed especially for roofs. The company says that it maintains the integrity and aesthetics of a building structure. Global Solar also contends that because of its large format and high power density, Global Solar’s PowerFLEX BIPV will also lower installation and balance of system (BOS) costs.

Global Solar is showcasing its PowerFLEX BIPV at the 25th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (25th EU PVSEC) / 5th World Conference on Photovoltaic Energy Conversion (WCPEC-5), September 6-9 in Valencia, Spain.

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