encapsulant

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PV encapsulant films are crucial in the protection and long-term functionality of solar collection cells in PV modules. Dow's Andrew Yen discusses how choosing an alternative to EVA can lead to greater performance, improved yield and happier asset owners.

As demand for glass/glass modules increases, a rethink on encapsulant materials may be required, suggests Dow.

PV encapsulant producer STR Holdings has reported that a fire had occurred at its production plant in China with no reported employee injuries.

Belgium's imec introduces a new concept: a way of assembling and interconnecting PV cells using a fabric into which conducting and insulating wires are interwoven. Eszter Voroshazi reveals more.