New module formats and packaging challenges in distribution

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The global photovoltaic market has grown considerably in recent years. In concrete terms, this can already be seen in the preliminary product, the silicon wafer. Here, the expansion of production capacities in 2021 increased by an impressive 64 %. It is also evident that the supply is more diversified. Good profit margins have brought new market participants and driven both small and large companies to expand. Our module partners LONGI SOLAR at No. 1 and JINKO SOLAR at No. 3 among the world’s largest wafer manufacturers, together with Zhonghuan (No. 2) dominate global wafer capacity with more than 80%. Vertically integrated module manufacturers have also significantly increased their internal supply capacities. Thus, another 134 gigawatts of capacity could likely be added in 2022. (more…)

Current market trends from the perspective of solar installers, Part II

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On the occasion of our 40th anniversary, we took the opportunity to conduct a market and industry survey among our Premium Partners in Germany. Because in the course of our 40-year company history, the feedback and experience of our partners was and is always very important to us. In the first blog post, we presented the first half of the survey results and reported on what homeowners and commercial customers value most today when purchasing PV systems and storage systems. The second part addresses the questions of what installers value most and where they see PV going in the future. (more…)

We introduce – the new SMA hybrid inverter

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The SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy Hybrid inverter – This name might sound familiar to some people. Almost 10 years ago, SMA already ventured into this segment with this innovative inverter and storage combination. But it turned out that the market and the functions of the product were not yet ready. But now with full momentum and a new start, SMA presents the new Sunny Tripower Smart Energy Hybrid inverter. (more…)

Current Trends and Market Developments from the Perspective of Solar Engineers, Part I

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IBC SOLAR celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. During this time, a trusting and cooperative relationship with our Premium Partners has always been important to us. Accordingly, we have always taken into account the experiences, feedback and reports from solar installers. On the occasion of our 40th anniversary, we immediately took the opportunity to conduct a survey among our network of specialist partners in Germany. The results show current trends and developments in the PV market. (more…)

Blog series: PV at IBC SOLAR, Part III: Wallboxes, charging columns and electric cars

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Also in the new year, there is a lot going on around and at IBC SOLAR. In this regard we are also continuing our blog series about our IBC SOLAR home system. While part 1 dealt with a rough overview of the entire system, the second part focused specifically on the installed storage system. We already reported that, especially with regard to our storage cluster, the constantly growing electric fleet of IBC SOLAR is a big factor. And that’s why today’s Part 3 will focus on the topic of e-mobility, wallboxes and charging columns. We also report on how we at IBC SOLAR are dealing with the greatly changing mobility of the future. (more…)