silicon energy announces next generation cascade solar photovoltaic module
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For Immediate Release
Silicon Energy Announces Next Generation Solar Photovoltaics
SEATTLE, WA. – November 15, 2012 – Silicon Energy, an innovative manufacturer of world-class solar
photovoltaic (PV) modules, headquartered in Marysville, Washington is announcing the release of its
Next Generation Cascade Series PV module at the Future Energy Conference.
In 2007, Silicon Energy combined sustainable manufacturing practices and materials sciences in
building the first generation of the Cascade Series PV module and integrated mounting system. The
Cascade Series challenged the solar photovoltaic industry by offering customers a safer, more attractive
and more durable PV system, and in 2011 offered an industry-leading 30-year power warranty.
Silicon Energy now continues its history of innovative design with the Next Generation Cascade
Series PV module which uses less embedded material without sacrificing strength, durability, or
aesthetics. These innovations result in increased performance and power output.
The Next Generation Cascade Series module highlights:
• Anti-reflective coating on the front glass • Next Generation advanced encapsulant • Lighter weight mounting hardware without sacrificing system strength • Up to 1/3 less roof penetrations to reduce material costs and increasing speed
of installs • 12 AWG wire for reduced voltage drop • Amphenol connectors with a higher current rating and increased reliability • American Fittings Raintight conduit connectors provide redundancy in
grounding and improved mechanical and electrical bonding • UL listed tin coated ground lugs with stainless set screw
Gary Shaver, president of Silicon Energy said, “Our relationships with suppliers and research
laboratories allows our engineering team to integrate innovative concepts and advanced material
sciences into our products. We’re excited to see how architects and building designers integrate our
new, even more attractive Cascade Series PV modules into the building envelope and overhead
structures to achieve contemporary and functional designs. Our customers know Silicon Energy is
trusted, committed and sustainable and will appreciate these improvements – and we’re not done yet!”
The Cascade Series PV module and mounting system retains the innovative double-glass, open-
frame design that promotes shedding of water, dirt and snow. The cascading modules allow airflow
behind the module and keep the system cooler. Both features increase system performance and energy
harvest. The Cascade’s enclosed wiring system and pass-through lighting features make it ideal for
creative building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) installations such as window awnings, carports, shelters
and electric vehicle charging stations – in addition to traditional rooftop and ground-mount installations.
Custom mounting hardware colors are available giving integrators, designers and architects even greater
control over the look and feel of their PV installations.
Silicon Energy is shipping the Next Generation Cascade Series PV module to Washington
customers starting next week and will be introduced in other markets in early 2013.
About Silicon Energy Founded in 2007, Silicon Energy delivers the highest quality and most durable photovoltaic (PV) modules on the market today, backed by one of the best warranties in the world. Located in Washington and Minnesota, Silicon Energy’s sustainable approach to doing business offers customers a world-class, locally manufactured and environmentally-friendly solar PV product. The company’s philosophy of supporting the local and US economy and its commitment to creating long-lasting, aesthetically pleasing PV allows customers to be confident that while they are reducing their carbon footprint they are also contributing to their local economy. Silicon Energy PV Systems are available through select partners for home, commercial, government, and utility installations. For more information about Silicon Energy, please visit www.silicon-energy.com or call (360) 618-6500. Media Inquiries Revolution PR for Silicon Energy Jennifer Karkar Ritchie, 206-354-8049, [email protected] Aaron Hilst, 206-355-3506, [email protected]