Thalheim, Allemagne / Montpellier, France.  Sur le Salon des énergies renouvelables Energaïa à Montpellier, France, Sovello présente son nouveau module solaire « Pure Power SV-L Low Voltage », du 7 au 9 décembre 2011. Les modules de la série SV-L sont proposés depuis l'automne 2011 dans les catégories 225, 230, 235 et 240 Wc.

Avec une surface de module plus grande d’environ 10 pour cent, la série SV-L consolide les avantages de son prédécesseur, la série SV-X Pure Power. Pour les grandes installations notamment, par exemple sur des toitures industrielles ou des terrains inutilisés, les maîtres d’œuvre et les installateurs auront désormais nettement moins de modules solaires à manipuler. Dans le même temps, grâce à la propriété Low-Voltage des modules SV-L de Sovello, ils pourront raccorder aux onduleurs des câblages nettement plus longs qu’avec des modules standard. Cela permet à l’exploitant de l’installation de réaliser des économies substantielles en matière de coûts d’installation, en épargnant sur le châssis, le câblage et le facteur main d’œuvre.

Grâce aux modules solaires SV-L, Sovello fait partie des rares fabricants de modules solaires proposant aussi bien des produits pour les grandes installations qu’une gamme destinée au segment des petites installations de toiture, avec la série SV-T de Sovello. Le module SV-L vient compléter la gamme de modules de qualité de Sovello qui comptent parmi les produits ayant le meilleur rendement sur le marché. La lettre L est l’abréviation de « large » et « low voltage ».

Les avantages des modules Sovello résident dans leur performance, leur qualité et leur durabilité, ainsi que dans les coûts du système. Tout récemment, Sovello a créé une garantie de performance linéaire inédite dans la branche. L’entreprise garantit à ses clients 99 % de la puissance nominale des modules solaires Pure Power pour la première année et, pour les 24 années suivantes, une dégradation linéaire maximale de 0,6 % par an, grâce à une recombinaison moindre des électrons. En d’autres termes, les modules solaires de Sovello atteignent après 25 ans au moins 85 % de leur puissance nominale. Cette puissance sensiblement plus élevée des modules est le résultat de procédés de productions novateurs et ultra-automatisés ainsi que d’un verre à revêtement anti-reflet. Même par temps couvert, les installations solaires réalisées avec des modules Sovello produisent de l'électricité, et conservent ainsi un bon rendement. Leur rendement baisse seulement de moins de quatre pour cent en cas de faible luminosité de 200 W/m². En outre, avec les modules Sovello, les installations et parcs solaires sont amortis plus rapidement, tant sur le plan économique que sur le plan écologique, par rapport à des modules d'autres fabricants.

Pour toute information complémentaire sur nos modules solaires Pure Power, rejoignez-nous halle 6, stand K 700, Energaïa, Parc des expositions, Montpellier, en collaboration avec notre partenaire Solapro.

A propos de Sovello:
Sovello est l’un des plus grands fabricants mondiaux intégrés de wafers, cellules et modules solaires. L’objectif de Sovello est de devenir une entreprise durable leader sur le marché mondial des technologies photovoltaïques et des énergies renouvelables. Les modules solaires Sovello hautement performants se distinguent des modules solaires multicristallins traditionnels par leur fabrication particulièrement écologique et leur délai d’amortissement énergétique réduit. Sovello produit dans ses usines de production des wafers avec jusqu'à 50 % de silicium en moins et 50 % de consommation d'énergie en moins.

Sovello exploite trois usines de production à Bitterfeld-Wolfen, en Saxe-Anhalt. La première usine de production SV1 a démarré la production en juin 2006. En juin 2007, Sovello a mis en service la deuxième usine de production SV2. Avec SV3, la troisième usine de production désormais achevée, le groupe Sovello atteint au total une capacité de production annuelle de 180 MWc en Allemagne et de 40 MWc au Canada. Et la capacité ne cesse de croître. Sovello emploie près de 1 250 collaborateurs sur le site de Bitterfeld-Wolfen. En 2010, l’entreprise a étendu sa portée sur des marchés internationaux prometteurs.

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Montpellier, France / Thalheim, Germany.  Sovello is presenting its new solar module “Pure Power SV-L low voltage” at the renewable energies tradefair energaïa in Montpellier from 7th to 9th December 2011. The SV-L series is offered in the output classes 225, 230, 235 and 240 Wp since autumn.

The SV-L series builds further on the advantages of its predecessor, the Pure Power SV-X series, adding around 10 percent module surface area. Project developers and electricians will be required to handle considerably fewer solar modules in the future, notably for larger-scale installations such as those on factory buildings and ground mounted systems. At the same, it is possible to use significantly longer strings to connect the Sovello SV-L modules to the inverter than is the case for standard modules thanks to their low-voltage configuration. The end result is that system operators realize large savings on installation, balance of system and labor costs.

With its SV-L solar module, Sovello remains one of the few solar module manufacturers offering products both for large-scale installations as well as a practical module, the Sovello SV-T series, for smaller rooftop installations. The SV-L module complements Sovello’s product portfolio of high-performance quality modules and solutions which has allowed the company to achieve a solid market position. The letter L stands for “large” and “low voltage”.

The advantages of Sovello solar modules lie in performance, quality, sustainability and project costs. Quite recently, Sovello has announced an industry-leading linear performance warranty. The warranty now provides a linear performance guarantee with a starting point of 99 % of the minimum rated power for the first year of operation and, thereafter, an annual degradation not exceeding 0.6 % for the next 24 years. This means that Sovello modules are guaranteed to maintain no less than 85% of their rated power after 25 years in operation. Thanks to the highly automated and innovative manufacture process and the solar glass with anti-reflection coating the Sovello series have an improved module performance. Even in low light Sovello solar modules achieve above-average results and therefore maximum yield: in the case of solar radiation of a mere 200 W/m2, the loss of effectiveness is less than 4%. A PV system fitted with Sovello panels undergoes a faster economical and ecological amortization than PV systems with modules of other manufacturers. This can be put down to the positive output tolerance, to the outstanding power figures, as well as under low light, and to the significantly less energy expenditure during production.

To find out more about the Pure Power solar modules, visit us in Hall 6, Stand K 700, energaïa at the International Fair Montpellier, together with our partner Solapro.

About Sovello:
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. In 2010, the company has widened its focus to gain access to a number of promising international markets.

Press Contact:
Robert Reinsch
Corporate Communications
T +49-(0)3494-6664-1518
F +49-(0)3494-6664-1011
mailto : r.reinsch@sovello.com
www.sovello.com

Robert Reinsch

Corporate Communications

Tel.:        +49 (0)3494-6664 1518

Mobile:    +49 (0)1525-4600 317

mailto : r.reinsch@sovello.com  

www.sovello.com

Sovello at AGRITECHNICA 2011 - November 15th to 19th | Hall 21, Booth C02

Thalheim.  Adding around 10 percent module surface area, the SV-L series builds further on the advantages of its predecessor. Notably for larger-scale installations, such as on roofs of agricultural buildings and ground mounted systems, project developers and electricians will be required to handle considerably fewer solar modules in the future. At the same time, they are able to use significantly longer strings to connect the Sovello SV-L modules to the inverter than is the case for standard modules. This can be put down to their low-voltage configuration. The end result is that system operators realize large savings on installation, balance of system and labor costs. “The SV-L module complements Sovello’s product portfolio of high-performance quality modules and solutions which has allowed us to achieve a solid market position.” says Ted Scheidegger, CEO of Sovello AG. The letter L stands for “large” and “low voltage”.

Owners of a PV system get a guaranteed stated rate per kilowatt-hour for 20 years. For it, the solar electricity has to be consumed by oneself or fed in to the power supply system. Personal consumption is worthwhile under certain conditions. The sum of the price per kilowatt-hour of the electricity provider and of the personal consumption rate is greater than the feed-in tariff of a PV system in case of feeding in all electricity produced.

Sovello‘s photovoltaic panels are suitable for the agriculture. The German Agricultural Society (Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft) verifies the Ammonia Resistance. The panels can be used within PV systems near the coast. This result was determined by the accredited test institute TÜV Rhineland. The solar modules can withstand high wind and snow loads. As well, the German magazine ‚Öko-Test‘ confirmes: Sovello panels were rated as „excellent“ in issue 4/2010, the performance tolerance exceeds the nominal power. The surpassed panel power is caused by the highly automated and innovative production process and by the solar glass with anti-reflection coating. In case of cloud, PV systems fitted with Sovello modules provide efficient electricity production and therefore an additional source of income. Even under conditions of solar radiation of a mere 200 W/m², the loss of effectiveness is less than 4 per cent.  

A PV system fitted with Sovello panels undergoes a faster economical and ecological amortization than PV systems with modules of other manufacturers. This can be put down to the positive output tolerance, to the outstanding power figures, as well as under low light, and to the significantly less energy expenditure during production.

About Sovello:

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.

Press Contact Sovello:

Robert Reinsch

Corporate Communications

Tel.:        +49 (0)3494-6664 1518

Mobile:    +49 (0)1525-4600 317

mailto : r.reinsch@sovello.com 

www.sovello.com  

Sovello modules are guaranteed to maintain no less than 85% of their rated power after 25 years in operation.

Minimal light-induced degradation of Sovello cells, which are based on STRING RIBBON^TM wafers, is one of the pillars of this industry-leading warranty. In contrast with conventional ingot-based production processes Sovello's process is characterized by adding less oxygen to the grown wafers. This means that compared to conventional crystalline cells Sovello solar cells are significantly less prone to the build-up of metal-boron-oxygen compounds and, therefore, carry a much lower risk of light-induced power loss in early operation.
Sovello’s second cornerstone, its premium quality “Made in Germany”, is combined with this technological advantage of nearly zero cell degradation to provide solar modules of world-class durability. Every Sovello Pure Power solar module passes 130 quality checks. On top of the above mentioned performance warranty Sovello modules are also backed by a 10-year warranty on workmanship.
To ensure excellent energy yields Sovello modules are covered by highly transparent solar glass with anti-reflective coating. The technological edge of the cells and their innovative interconnection ensure that Sovello modules provide the highest possible output even in low light situations and perform above average under partial shading. Sovello’s modules are relatively lightweight and, hence, easy to handle and are suitable for any kind of installation. By producing STRING RIBBON^TM wafers, converting them into cells and assembling them into modules in a fully integrated ISO 9001 and 14001 certified factory in Germany, Sovello products feature one of the best environmental and carbon footprints in the industry.
Sovello AG is presenting its new solar module “Pure Power SV-L low voltage” at SPI in Dallas from October 18th to 20^th, 2011. Adding around 10 percent module surface area, the SV-L series builds further on the advantages of its predecessor, the X-Series, and helps to reduce balance-of-system costs, notably for larger-scale installations, such as commercial and agricultural roof-top or ground mounted systems “The SV-L module complements Sovello’s product portfolio of high-performance quality modules and solutions which has allowed us to achieve a solid market position.” says Ted Scheidegger, CEO of Sovello AG. The letter L stands for “large” and “low voltage”.
“US consumers benefit from a high quality and high energy yield product that is reliable over many decades from a manufacturer that has a long term vision for solar energy,” stated Mark Simmons, COO of ClearEnergy Inc., Sovello’s US distribution and solutions partner.

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Stefan Heyn, Director of Marketing

Sonnenallee 14-30

06776 Bitterfeld-Wolfen, Germany

Office / Mobile +49-3494-6664-1525

s.heyn@sovello.com

ClearEnergy Inc.

Mark P. Simmons, VP/COO                                                                      

5347 S. Valentia Way, Suite 110                                                                              

Greenwood Village CO USA 80111-3107                                             

Office 303-957-3130                                                                                    

Mobile 303-476-3048                                                                                  

m.simmons@clearenergy-inc.com

About Sovello:

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 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.”

About Sovello:

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.

Press Contact Sovello:

Robert Reinsch

Corporate Communications

Tel.:        +49 (0)3494-6664 1518

Mobile:    +49 (0)1525-4600 317

mailto : r.reinsch@sovello.com 

www.sovello.com  

Thalheim, 17 August 2011. All X and T series Sovello modules officially meet the bonus criteria of Conto Energia IV, the Italian equivalent to the German Renewable Energy Act (EEG). This result was determined by the accredited test institute TÜV Rhineland. Owners of a PV system fitted with Sovello modules can now benefit from a 10 percent bonus. This will be added to existing subsidy rates. In addition to this, at least 60 percent of the material costs associated with a solar installation must be attributable to companies that produce within the EU. Modules constitute a significant proportion of the added value in a solar installation. All solar installations which are connected to the Italian grid after 31 May 2011 can claim the EU bonus, provided that they fulfil the origin criteria. The size and location of the installation is of no importance.

The certification of all Sovello modules renders investing in a solar power system even more attractive for our Italian customers. As a result, Sovello welcomes this certification wholeheartedly: “Our products are manufactured entirely in Germany: Firstly, the fully-integrated production at Thalheim encompasses every aspect of module manufacturing, from melting silicon and the STRING RIBBON^TM wafer to the solar cell finally assembled in a finished solar module. Secondly, we obtain the majority of our primary materials from the EU. This means that our EU value-added percentage, as a whole, is comfortably above 60 percent. Thanks to our high-performance quality modules, customers in the globally important Italian market can now benefit from the feed-in bonus,” states Dr. Ted Scheidegger, CEO of the Sovello Group, in reference to the certification.

The Conto Energia IV, which came into force in June 2011, applies to every installation that came online after 31 May 2011. The Italian government has revised and passed the relevant subsidy measures. The Italian Ministry for Economic Development issued a decree in May that regulates subsidies for solar systems until 2016. The legislation foresees a total installed capacity of 23 gigawatts by the end of 2016.

About Sovello:

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 RIBBON^TM 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.

Press Contact Sovello:

Robert Reinsch

Corporate Communications

Tel.:        +49 (0)3494-6664 1518

Mobile:    +49 (0)1525-4600 317

mailto : r.reinsch@sovello.com

www.sovello.com

Press Contact Sovello:

Konrad Sell

Corporate Communications
Phone.:   +49 (0)3494 – 6664 7511

Cell:        +49 (0)1525 – 4600 265

mailto: k.sell@sovello.com

www.sovello.com

Konrad Sell
Corporate Communications
Tel.:         +49 (0)3494 – 6664 7511
Cell:        +49 (0)1525 – 4600 265
Fax:         +49 (0)3494 – 6664 907511
mailto: k.sell@sovello.com

www.sovello.com

"We take pride in our reputation for maintaining superior quality and delivering exceptional value,” says Jan Dressel, Managing Director of Sovello Canada Inc. “By working with Celestica we will be able to deliver high-quality products that fulfill Ontario’s domestic content requirements. We look forward to working with Celestica to positively contribute to Ontario's clean energy economy."

Recognizing the strong potential of the progressive Ontario FIT (Feed In Tariff) program, Dr. Ted Scheidegger, CEO of the Sovello Group says, “This Program will make a difference for the development of renewable energy in North America.”

Sovello demonstrates commitment to its strategic manufacturing alliance with Celestica by transferring valuable experience to the emerging solar industry in Ontario and backing the quality of the products with rigorous German engineering and quality control standards. 

“We look forward to leveraging our expertise in green technology and enabling Sovello to meet the demand for new energy-generation alternatives in Ontario,” says Mike Andrade, Senior Vice President, Diversified Markets, Celestica.

About Sovello:

Sovello is an integrated manufacturer of solar wafers, solar cells and solar modules. By means of the so-called photovoltaic effect solar modules transform sun light into electricity. One of the key differentiators of Sovello’s high-performance quality products vs. traditional multi crystalline modules is the resource friendly production process and short energy pay-back time.

Sovello operates three production plants in Bitterfeld-Wolfen, Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany. The first plant, SV1, started production in June 2006. In June 2007, the second production facility, SV2, came online. With SV3, the third plant recently finished, Sovello's nominal production capacity has reached about 180 Megawattpeak (MWp). Sovello AG employs about 1,250 people in Bitterfeld-Wolfen. With the launch of Sovello Projects and Sovello Canada in 2010, Sovello has expanded its scope to promising international markets.

For more information, please contact

Sovello Canada Inc.

Jan Dressel

(416) 868 1617

Managing Director

j.dressel@sovello.ca

www.sovello.ca