The Upcycling and Recycling Plant
Our automated testing facility analyzes PV modules of all types –
whether new, used, or intended for special applications.
Fast. Precise. Digitally Documented.
Get in Touch with UsHover your cursor over the upcycling facility to learn more about each process step.
Each station can be explored by click or mouseover – further below, you’ll find additional details about the respective testing and processing steps.
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SolarBox & Logistics System – Securely Packed, Intelligently Transported
Secure transport is the foundation for every quality control, reuse, and high-quality recycling process:
Our specially designed reusable transport box protects PV modules on their way to the facility – compatible with robotic handling, stackable, and reusable. The first box specifically developed for 2nd life applications.
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Module Measurement – Length, Width, Position
There are almost as many PV module types as grains of sand – we automatically capture all relevant features:
Using advanced 2D image recognition, we precisely measure the external dimensions, cell layout, position of the junction box and nameplate – and much more. This ensures smooth system operation and a perfect fit for reuse.
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Nameplate Recognition – Automatically Identified
Origin of the Module – What’s It Capable Of?
Our AI automatically reads nameplates – even when they are faded, dirty, or incomplete. This saves time and provides crucial parameters for test process control.
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Automatic Cleaning – Clean Testing Leads to Better Ratings
Dust, dirt, and deposits distort measurement results – that’s why we begin with a professional cleaning.
Brushes, nozzles, and an intelligent water circulation system ensure uniform and gentle cleaning of every PV module – automated, efficient, and reproducible.
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Visual Inspection – The First Look Counts
Sometimes, the simplest solutions provide the fastest help:
We capture the module visually and with AI support to detect cracks, fractures, burn marks, delamination, or corrosion – from the frame edge to the busbar. All under defined lighting conditions and with digital precision.
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Dark I-V Curve – Current Characteristic Without Light
Even in the dark, the module reveals its true performance:
We measure the current-voltage (I-V) characteristic without illumination. This reveals internal resistances, cell condition, and potential defects—especially valuable for assessing heavily degraded modules.
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Electroluminescence – Making the Invisible Visible
What the Eye Cannot See, the Current Reveals:
By applying a targeted voltage, the PV module begins to “glow” in the infrared spectrum. This allows us to detect fine microcracks, cell fractures, and inactive areas—before they become a problem.
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Insulation Test – Safety Under High Voltage
We send voltage exactly where it’s not supposed to go:
We test the insulation between current-carrying components and the module frame, ensuring that the module poses no electrical hazards—neither to people nor to inverters.
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UV Fluorescence – Aging Under Black Light
When the PV module fluoresces under UV light, it tells its story:
The fluorescent EVA encapsulant reveals aging and microstructures hidden to the naked eye. This provides valuable insight into cell health, especially in older modules.
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Flash Test – Sunlight in Milliseconds
A bright flash—and we instantly know what your PV module is made of.
Using an artificial light source, we simulate the sun in a fraction of a second and derive the I-V curve as well as the Maximum Power Point (MPP)—the core of every performance assessment.
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Spectrometry – Material Analysis Using Light
What’s inside the backsheet? And in which layer?
Using near-infrared spectrometry, we examine the materials without causing any damage. The result: clear insights into plastic types, properties, and recyclability.
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Bypass Diode Test – Evaluating the Protection Mechanism
Bypass Diode Test – Evaluating the Protection Mechanism
We check whether they switch correctly and analyze the curve for typical signs of defects. Safety before things heat up.
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QR Code & UID – The Digital Identity of Every Module
Each module receives a unique identifier—its digital DNA.
By scanning, we link all test results, images, and master data to the UID. This ensures the PV module is traceable at all times—transparent, secure, and reusable.
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