3S Swiss Solar Systems introduces the new generation of solar roofing. The proven MegaSlate® solar roofing system is now also being offered for hot water production. With immediate effect, house owners can not only produce electricity with the panels from 3S but can also warm up used water and support their heating systems. Full information on the new system will be presented at the "Hausbau + Energie" Fair which opens its doors in Bern on 26 November.
The further development of the MegaSlate® system enables an integrated, energy-producing roofing system which combines photovoltaics with solar heat. The system is ideal for new buildings and property renovation and optimal for the construction of buildings under the concepts of minimum energy consumption and additional energy generation. The new MegaSlate® H&S heating panel was developed in collaboration with H&S Solar in Rebstein (SG). For the past two decades, H&S has been producing collectors and contributed its in-depth know-how to the development process.
The frameless photovoltaic and heating modules from Lyss enable large-surface, uniform solar roofing systems which are integrated with highest aesthetic appeal into the building shell. The roof window for MegaSlate® developed together with the company stebler glashaus provides architects and planners with new design opportunities to bring light and sunshine into the living areas. In addition, the new generation of the proven MegaSlate® panels includes significant innovations which enable even easier assembly of the MegaSlate® solar roofing system. Among other things, the weight of a panel has been reduced from 22 to 17 kg.
Thanks to the latest technological developments in production equipment and the development of prices for solar cells, 3S has been able to reduce the production costs for the new generation of MegaSlate®. "We have been able to pass on a cost reduction of 18% to our customers this year", says Christian Renken, the Head of photovoltaic production at 3S Swiss Solar Systems. "The market introduction of MegaSlate II is running very successfully. With the new industrial design, there are numerous advantages for the production of large unit volumes". Cost reductions in the production of solar modules are an important step on the route to grid parity. The lower the price, the more quickly electricity from a solar installation can be offered at the same cost as the general end-user energy price.
The proven basic principle of the 3S solar modules remains intact with the new generation of Mega Slate® II which can now be used for solar heating: 3S solar modules become a modern construction material which is integrated optimally into the building shell. The aesthetically appealing synthesis of a robust, weatherproof building shell and efficient, environmentally friendly production of electricity is now supplemented by the function of water-heating.
The PV modules from 3S Swiss Solar Systems are certified by the TÜV and stringently tested for resistance to wind, hail and heavy snow loading, for rain impermeability as well as fire safety. The new MegaSlate® solar roof is the first in-roof system that fulfils the European norm for roof covering. 3S provides a warranty for the PV modules with a performance guarantee of 90% of minimum output for 10 years and 80% of minimum output for 20 years.
The new generation of MegaSlate® is being marketed worldwide through the distribution partners of 3S Swiss Solar Systems. Visitors to the Hausbau + Energie Fair can gather information about the new products from 3S Swiss Solar Systems from 26 to 29 November in Hall 220 on Stand D17 and on the grounds outside.
3S Industries AG
The solar concern 3S with its holding company 3S Industries AG and its subsidiaries Somont, 3S Swiss Solar Systems and Pasan, is the world's market leader for production equipment for the manufacture of solar modules. The Group covers the entire value-creation chain of solar module production and combines the key competences in the fields of soldering, laminating and testing under a single roof. Production installations from the solar concern guarantee stable, reliable processes, a high throughput and outstanding product quality with low wastage and high up-times.
With the automatic string soldering machines from Somont, the laminating lines from 3S Swiss Solar Systems and the testers from Pasan, customers around the globe produce solar modules whose performance, useful life, quality and output match the highest demands. The range encompasses individual machines as well as turnkey production lines with varying degrees of automation. 3S Swiss Solar Systems AG also develops and produces advanced, building-integrated solar systems for roofs, facades and shading solutions and makes full use of its comprehensive know-how in photovoltaics and production technology.
The headquarters of 3S Industries as well as the factories operated by 3S Swiss Solar Systems are located in Switzerland. The domicile and factory of Pasan is also in Switzerland, whereas Somont is located in Germany. The solar concern is also present with subsidiaries in the USA, Asia and Spain.
Contact 3S Industries AG:
Dr. Anja Knaus
Head of Corporate Communications
Schachenweg 24
CH 3250 Lyss
phone +41(0)32 391 1136 fax +41(0)32 391 1112
anja.knaus@3-s.ch
The further development of the MegaSlate® system enables an integrated, energy-producing roofing system which combines photovoltaics with solar heat. The system is ideal for new buildings and property renovation and optimal for the construction of buildings under the concepts of minimum energy consumption and additional energy generation. The new MegaSlate® H&S heating panel was developed in collaboration with H&S Solar in Rebstein (SG). For the past two decades, H&S has been producing collectors and contributed its in-depth know-how to the development process.
The frameless photovoltaic and heating modules from Lyss enable large-surface, uniform solar roofing systems which are integrated with highest aesthetic appeal into the building shell. The roof window for MegaSlate® developed together with the company stebler glashaus provides architects and planners with new design opportunities to bring light and sunshine into the living areas. In addition, the new generation of the proven MegaSlate® panels includes significant innovations which enable even easier assembly of the MegaSlate® solar roofing system. Among other things, the weight of a panel has been reduced from 22 to 17 kg.
Thanks to the latest technological developments in production equipment and the development of prices for solar cells, 3S has been able to reduce the production costs for the new generation of MegaSlate®. "We have been able to pass on a cost reduction of 18% to our customers this year", says Christian Renken, the Head of photovoltaic production at 3S Swiss Solar Systems. "The market introduction of MegaSlate II is running very successfully. With the new industrial design, there are numerous advantages for the production of large unit volumes". Cost reductions in the production of solar modules are an important step on the route to grid parity. The lower the price, the more quickly electricity from a solar installation can be offered at the same cost as the general end-user energy price.
The proven basic principle of the 3S solar modules remains intact with the new generation of Mega Slate® II which can now be used for solar heating: 3S solar modules become a modern construction material which is integrated optimally into the building shell. The aesthetically appealing synthesis of a robust, weatherproof building shell and efficient, environmentally friendly production of electricity is now supplemented by the function of water-heating.
The PV modules from 3S Swiss Solar Systems are certified by the TÜV and stringently tested for resistance to wind, hail and heavy snow loading, for rain impermeability as well as fire safety. The new MegaSlate® solar roof is the first in-roof system that fulfils the European norm for roof covering. 3S provides a warranty for the PV modules with a performance guarantee of 90% of minimum output for 10 years and 80% of minimum output for 20 years.
The new generation of MegaSlate® is being marketed worldwide through the distribution partners of 3S Swiss Solar Systems. Visitors to the Hausbau + Energie Fair can gather information about the new products from 3S Swiss Solar Systems from 26 to 29 November in Hall 220 on Stand D17 and on the grounds outside.
3S Industries AG
The solar concern 3S with its holding company 3S Industries AG and its subsidiaries Somont, 3S Swiss Solar Systems and Pasan, is the world's market leader for production equipment for the manufacture of solar modules. The Group covers the entire value-creation chain of solar module production and combines the key competences in the fields of soldering, laminating and testing under a single roof. Production installations from the solar concern guarantee stable, reliable processes, a high throughput and outstanding product quality with low wastage and high up-times.
With the automatic string soldering machines from Somont, the laminating lines from 3S Swiss Solar Systems and the testers from Pasan, customers around the globe produce solar modules whose performance, useful life, quality and output match the highest demands. The range encompasses individual machines as well as turnkey production lines with varying degrees of automation. 3S Swiss Solar Systems AG also develops and produces advanced, building-integrated solar systems for roofs, facades and shading solutions and makes full use of its comprehensive know-how in photovoltaics and production technology.
The headquarters of 3S Industries as well as the factories operated by 3S Swiss Solar Systems are located in Switzerland. The domicile and factory of Pasan is also in Switzerland, whereas Somont is located in Germany. The solar concern is also present with subsidiaries in the USA, Asia and Spain.
Contact 3S Industries AG:
Dr. Anja Knaus
Head of Corporate Communications
Schachenweg 24
CH 3250 Lyss
phone +41(0)32 391 1136 fax +41(0)32 391 1112
anja.knaus@3-s.ch
