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THERMAL MANAGEMENT

Cincinnati Sub Zero, Inc.

Cincinnati Sub Zero, Inc. (CSZ) designs and manu- Rennsteig Tools, Inc.
factures solar panel testing chambers for testing
various size PV modules and solar panels. These The eForce Battery Powered Crimping Tool is spe-
cially designed for a variety of industries, including
STEGO, Inc.
chambers are designed to meet common solar panel the solar sector. It comes with one or two Li-Ion
test speciications for IEC, UL, and ASTM for tem-
UL LLC
Since 1980, STEGO has been developing and perature cycling test, damp heat test, and humidity batteries in a heavy-duty portable plastic case. With
UL’s comprehensive suite of PV plant services manufacturing innovative products that heat, freeze tests. CSZ’s solar panel testing chambers
this tool, it’s possible to use all existing Rennsteig
aims to assist in understanding and managing cool, ventilate, illuminate, and control tempera- die sets and locators. It’s currently the world’s irst
aid in qualifying that modules can withstand the electromechanical-driven tool, with the following
the risks associated with the procurement, ture and humidity of enclosed electrical and thermal stress caused by repeated changes in high
construction, and operation of commercial electronic control systems. These products are and low temperatures, along with exposure to high features: process monitoring via a LED-display; an
and utility-scale PV systems. Built on broad renowned for reliability, longevity, simplicity of illuminated work area; a quickstop function; and an
and profound knowledge of relevant codes, use, and high quality. STEGO strives to solve humidity.
energy saving function. It further offers low noise
and low maintenance, and provides increased www.cszindustrial.com
standards, and technologies, these services electrical and electronic control packaging
are designed to help keep a project on track problems for their customers. safety.
and increase assurance that a project meets www.stegousa.com
www.rennsteig.us
the development schedule, while maintaining

expected performance once in service. TRACKING SYSTEMS
www.ul.com/energy
TOOLS

CSZ Testing Services
CSZ Testing Laboratory provides a full range of envi-
ronmental testing services for photovoltaic modules

and panels. Their laboratory is equipped to handle
all module and panel sizes for the following tests:
temperature cycling; damp heat; and humidity freeze
tests.
www.csztesting.com
Atlas Material Testing Technology LLC
With over 30 years of testing and measurement ex-

AllEarth Renewables
Seaward Solar
perience supporting the solar industry, Atlas offers
The AllSun Tracker is a complete grid-tied, a wide range of product and service solutions that
dual-axis solar electric system that uses GPS Seaward Solar is a manufacturer of electric help companies answer important solar durability
test tools made with PV installers in mind. questions, while meeting their product warranty and
technology to follow the sun, producing up to Their complete range of instruments enables
45% more energy than ixed rooftop systems. installers to safely test and commission new eficiency claims. Atlas provides weathering instru-
LayTec in-line GmbH
Made in the US, this ground-mounted solar ments, solar simulation chambers, testing services,
LayTec’s X Link provides solutions for the in-line and tracker is designed for residential and com- and existing photovoltaic installations, in and consulting solutions for the PV, CSP, solar ther-
conjunction with the latest international stand- mal, and BIPV markets.
off-line monitoring of the solar module lamination mercial scale installations. The tracker has an ard IEC62446. The unit will ensure any solar
process. LayTec X Link measurement systems rate industry-leading, 10-year warranty and 120- system is electrically safe, complying with the www.solardurability.com
the long-term stability of solar modules by evaluat- mph wind rating. Its simple, durable design
ing the level of cross-linking in EVA solar module en- test methodology deined in most national and
and complete system pallet simpliies costly state guidelines.
capsulation—within seconds, non-destructively, and procurement and installation time. www.seawardsolar.com
accurately. Customized systems are also available. www.allsuntrackers.com
www.laytec.de

THEFT PROTECTION
CFV Solar Test Laboratory

CFV Solar Test Laboratory provides quality test
services for all photovoltaic technologies, including
c-Si, thin-ilm, CPV, and BiPV. They also offer certii-
cation and non-certiication testing of PV modules.

CFV’s team ensures fast testing and open com-
munication, resulting in accurate results and high
customer satisfaction.
www.cfvsolar.com

Bryce Fastener Inc.
Bryce Fastener offers Zero-theft Fasteners,

specially designed for solar applications. Each
customer receives their own unique security
bolt, along with a matching tamper-proof screw
bit that’s manufactured speciically for them.

Designed to hold, Bryce’s fasteners eliminate
the need for other theft prevention measures.
www.brycefastener.com

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