Spire offers its solar simulation test facilities to PV system installers

April 6, 2011
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Spire is launching a new customer service initiative where it will make its simulation test facilities and services available to PV system installers. The company has over 30 test facilities and runs the Advanced Technology center, which is said to help material developers, module manufacturers and research groups advance their technology.  The technology center also features a complete module assembly line and a Spi-Sun Simulator 4600SLP.

“We are pleased to bring our module and simulator test expertise to system integrators. Dead-on accuracy of module performance is required to optimize system design and maximize the return on investment for power purchase providers,” said Roger Little, chairman and CEO of Spire.

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