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Schüco International
Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Panels
Renewable Energy Sources for Buildings
Schüco is a leading designer and manufacturer of
renewable energy systems in the form of photovoltaic modules (Solar
PV) and solar thermal (hot water generation) collectors. Schüco
renewable energy systems can be fully integrated with the building
with the building envelope. They are fully compatible with Schüco
façade and fenestration systems and are available in a choice of
designs, meeting the highest standards.
Introduction
Schüco offers expert solutions for all types of
building construction and façade envelopes. Schüco’s state of the
art products are distinguished by their modern appearance and fulfil
the highest standards of thermal and energy efficiency. By choosing
Schüco, all partners will benefit from its wide ranging building
envelope expertise.
SchücoSol Solar Thermal Collectors
Applications - SchücoSol collectors can be used
in all types of building applications, whether as stand-alone
systems, mounted in or on roofs, walls, canopies or installed as
whole roof or façades.
Description - Solar fluid is circulated through
SchücoSol thermal collectors via the purpose-designed meander or
serpentine principal, picking up radiated energy from the sun. This
energy is then collected for use. Each panel is protected with low
iron solar glass encased in slender aluminium frames and contains a
high level of thermal insulation. Panels have a sun selective
absorber coating which maximizes energy collection and minimizes
heat losses
Dimensions - SchücoSol collectors are available
in standard, premium and bespoke sizes dependent on application.
Appearance - The collector surface is coloured
blue. The aluminium frames can be finished in a choice of anodised
finishes or RAL colours.
Performance
Weather - SchücoSol collectors are constructed to
protect against the weather. The solar fluid is frost resistant down
to -24°C.
Liquids - The system uses a harmless heat
carrying solar fluid.
Biological - The panel helps protect against the
build-up of various algae and moss growths on the main collector
surface.
Heat - A typical SchücoSol collector will give an
output of 2kW.
Durability - Panels should be operating for 20
years plus.
Photovoltaic Modules
Applications - Photovoltaic modules (arrays) can
be used in all types of building application, whether as stand-alone
arrays mounted on roofs, walls or canopies, or installed as whole
roof, skylight or aluminium façade panels.
Description - Each module contains high
performance, polycrystalline or monocrystalline solar cells that
convert the sun’s light to DC electricity. This is then converted to
AC electricity via inverters and fed into the building’s electricity
supply or, if in surplus, sold to the electricity supplier. PV light
modules incorporate a lightweight aluminium frame to aid
installation and protect the module edges.
The PV modules can also be used as part of the
building envelope, giving solar shading protection. They can afford
attractive shading effects when used in conjunction with a Schüco
skylight or façade system. Solar PV modules can be supplied as
standard PV modules, secured to Schüco designed mounting systems, or
as bespoke glass/glass laminates, which can be produced either
single or double-glazed insulated units.
Dimensions - PV light modules and glass/glass
laminate modules are supplied in a number of sizes. Bespoke
glass/glass laminates provide architecturally designed opportunities
as modules are manufactured to size and specification for each
individual project.
Appearance - The colour of the panel body is a
mottled blue/black. Aluminium frames for the Schüco Premium range
can be supplied in various stock and bespoke finishes (RAL colours).
Performance
Weather - All panels are weather resistant when
installed with Schüco support systems.
Biological - PV panels resist algae and moss
growth when installed at optimum angles of inclination, but can be
easily cleaned if required.
Pollution - Modules and module performance are
unaffected by general atmospheric pollution.
Light - PV modules are UV resistant.
Electrical - Electrical output of a Schüco PV
module varies from 130-320 wp for standard PV modules. Output of
bespoke glass/glass laminate is dependent on design and cell density
Durability - Performance output is expected to be
for at least 20 years.
Operation & Maintenance
In general, PV and solar thermal systems are
self-monitoring and operate automatically.
Maintenance - General maintenance regimes are on
a project basis to integrate with other cyclic maintenance schedules
operating within the building.
Cleaning - SchücoSol collectors can be cleaned in
the same way as standard building glazing.
Economics
Guarantees - All products have product specific
performance and quality guarantees.
Supply & Services
Schüco products are supplied via a network of
fully trained installing partners. Technical support is available
through the Schüco Renewables Division based in Milton Keynes or
through one of Schüco’s highly trained Architectural Project
Managers.
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