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Why do you need a steel frame for a solar module?

Replacing aluminum frames with Origami Solar’s patented, roll-formed steel frame improves the performance of the entire module by protecting module glass and solar cells from damage. Higher performing Origami steel frames reduce installation breakage and cell cracks that reduce energy production and increase O&M costs over the life of a project.

Could steel PV frames shore up the solar industry?

Steel PV frames could shore up (and on-shore) an inherent weak spot in the current industry. This is the potential that sealed the DOE American-Made Solar Prize last year, and why the support is rallying for Origami’s innovation. “The solar industry has been around for 45 years,” Patterson notes.

Where are origami solar patented steel frames made?

Origami Solar’s manufacturing partners will produce Origami Solar patented steel frames from multiple locations across the United States offering redundancy, reliability, and optimal logistics. Manufacturing is ready to scale in the US and Europe and can be adapted for other regions.

Are origami solar solar panels green?

The company reports that the frames are made of “green” recycled steel, thereby reducing greenhouse gases by up to 93%, representing a reduction of 80 kg per module or 200 metric tons per MW. Origami Solar was founded by Eric Hafter and Jack Patton to try to bring innovation and cost reduction to solar module production.

Who makes patterned solar glass?

Glass on the border Canadian Premium Sand Inc. is developing a new facility to produce patterned solar glass for the growing footprint of North America-based solar module manufacturers and recently signed three significant offtakers: Hanwha Solutions Corporation (Qcells), Heliene Inc. and Meyer Burger Technology AG.

Should solar developers switch from aluminum to steel frames?

For an industry committed to delivering clean energy, the switch from aluminum to steel frames delivers a dramatic decarbonization benefit and is the obvious procurement choice for solar developers and investors.