Innovative solar glazing for

• Glassfacades
• Windows
• Roofs
• Balconies
• Balustrades
• Railing

... and other predestined areas

Grades of transparency and output 

low tranparency: > 40 WP / m²
medium transparency: > 34 WP / m²
high transparency: > 26 WP / m²

Focus individually on transparency and design, or on energy gain.
 

Product description

A pioneering solution for sustainable energy generation in the maritime sector: solar glazing.
A thin solar film is laminated between two panes of glass.
Thanks to a flexible printing process, the size and design of the glass and the film can be individually customized. This allows almost limitless design freedom - from colored and curved glass to varying shades of solar film.

Depending on the requirements, the focus can either be on maximum transparency or on energy generation.
With a transparency of 70 %, solar glazing achieves a peak output of around 26 watts per square meter. On cruise ships, for example, with up to 3000 square meters of glass surface, this energy yield makes a significant contribution to self-sufficient electricity production. At sea, not only is direct sunlight necessary, but the constant reflection of the radiation on the water ensures that there is no shading and therefore no gaps in power generation. The solar film is just as effective in diffuse light as in direct sunlight!

Use and benefits

Photovoltaic glass not only generates energy, but also insulates acoustically and thermally! In addition, it can filter up to 99 % of harmful UV and infrared radiation from sunlight.
The possible applications are many and varied. In addition to use in balcony and cabin glazing, railings, balustrades and skylights are also predestined locations for solar glass. 
This technology makes it possible for glass surfaces that are already used for aesthetic and functional purposes to also play an active role in energy generation.

The design flexibility is particularly noteworthy. The solar films can be customized without compromising the aesthetics of the ship. Whether transparent glass elements, colored accents or curved shapes - the solar glazing blends seamlessly into the overall design. This allows designers and architects to develop not only functional but also visually appealing solutions that reduce the ecological footprint without compromising on appearance.
Compared to conventional photovoltaic systems, which are often perceived as unattractive elements in terms of design, the new type of solar glazing offers a barely visible but effective solution. No additional space is required, as existing surfaces are used for energy generation. This is particularly important on ships, where space is a valuable commodity. 
This glazing is definitely an alternative in the refit sector if ships are to be refitted in a sustainable and energy-efficient manner.