Solar panels are the best way to harvest renewable energy from sunlight. But all the building roofs are designed to install those heavy and space-consuming solar panels. Particularly, we canโt install solar panels on curved, odd-shaped, and lightweight roofs.
Now, with the emergence of ultra-thin and flexible solar films like HeliaSol by Heliatek, the possibilities for solar energy generation are more versatile than ever before. HeliaSol is an innovative organic photovoltaic (OPV) solar film that revolutionizes the way we think about solar panels.
Unlike traditional bulky solar panels, HeliaSol offers flexibility and adaptability, allowing it to be installed on a variety of surfaces, including metal, concrete, membranes, glass, and even bitumen.
One of the most remarkable features of HeliaSol is its ultra-thin and lightweight design. Weighing less than 2 kg per film and boasting a thickness of less than 2 mm (excluding the junction box), HeliaSol is incredibly easy to handle and install. Its flexibility allows for a bending radius of up to 50 cm, enabling it to conform to curved surfaces with ease.
Installation of HeliaSol is a breeze, thanks to the adhesive backing on the film. The process is simple: prepare the installation surface, position the solar film, remove the adhesive protection liner, fix the film in place with a roller, and remove the front protection liner. In just a few steps, you can harness the power of solar energy wherever you need it.
With a carbon footprint of less than 10g CO2e per kilowatt-hour, HeliaSol is not only environmentally friendly but also economically viable. Its versatility makes it ideal for a wide range of applications, from lightweight solar panels for electric cars to portable solar chargers for outdoor adventures.
Conclusion
As we strive towards a greener and more sustainable future, innovations like HeliaSol pave the way for accessible and efficient solar power generation. With its flexibility, ease of installation, and eco-friendly credentials, HeliaSol is set to redefine the landscape of solar energy production for years to come.
Source: Heliatek
