The independent test lab introduced test to failure methodologies and expanded hail and mechanical stress sequences to better reflect risks from extreme weather and glass breakage.

Kiwa PVEL, the independent lab for quality and reliability testing of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, today announced a significant update to its photovoltaic (PV) module Product Qualification ...

Kiwa PVEL has updated its solar module Production Qualification Program to better assess the performance of solar PV modules.

“Four years ago, that was at 50% and it’s steadily increased since,” said Tristan Erion-Lorico. Image: Kiwa PVEL. A total of 83% of module manufacturers have had at least one test failure in the Kiwa ...

Leading experts from quality assurance and balance-of-system manufacturing were joined by a trio of CEOs at pv magazine Week Europe for a revealing discussion on building bankable projects. From glass ...

Photovoltaic (PV) systems are subject to various hardware issues that can significantly impact their performance. Diagnosing these issues accurately is crucial for maintaining system efficiency and ...

Researchers in Austria discovered a wasp nest inside the junction box of a 1998 rooftop PV module, illustrating how insects can exploit even sealed electrical components. The affected module showed ...

Photovoltaic backsheets are a critical component of solar modules, providing essential electrical insulation and environmental protection. Recent research has highlighted that the degradation of these ...

Metyx has observed clear frustration in the field of vehicle-integrated photovoltaic systems, conventional glass-based photovoltaic (PV) modules being heavy, fragile, difficult to integrate onto ...