Solar modules

Laminators for the production of solar modules

The environmentally friendly generation of energy requires the development of new technologies and application possibilities. But not only the development of these technologies, but also increasingly efficient production processes will be necessary in the future. Therefore, the focus of our SL and VFF processes for the production of glass backsheet and glass-glass modules is on the most efficient and highest quality lamination of photovoltaic modules.

Your advantages at a glance

  • Short cycle times (high throughput)

  • Maximum process control through homogeneous thermal oil heating system

  • Double-sided heated flat press system to avoid excessive pressing of the edges in case of glass-glass modules

  • Cost-efficient laminating technologies

 

  • Various encapsulation options: EVA, PVB, TPO, POE, etc.

  • Especially low production area requirement

  • Overpressure system to avoid bubbles at higher lamination temperatures

  • Pin system that can even be raised during module transport.

easy-LAM and Ypsator: Technology that convinces

Whether small, medium or large capacities, our laminators are the technological benchmark on the market. Thanks to continuous further development based on years of process experience, we offer our customers highly efficient single- or multi-level laminators. Tailored to your requirements, we supply the right solution for both glass-glass modules and glass backsheet lamination.

 

The most powerful laminator on the market: The YPSATOR VFF

For high-volume production of photovoltaic modules, manufacturers need powerful and reliable laminator technology. For this purpose, we developed the YPSATOR VFF, the most powerful laminator on the market. With the patented multi-opening technology, you as a manufacturer benefit from the largest possible laminating capacity per sqm and unparalleled energy efficiency.

Loading the multi-daylight laminator

The YPSATOR VFF is supplied with production material via an upstream belt conveyor. The multi-day charging basket then forms a batch with the production material supplied by the infeed conveyor before it is transferred to the vacuum press. A membrane changing system is installed above the infeed conveyor to speed up the membrane change.

Evacuation and prelamination of the product buildups

In the first of the three multi-daylight presses, the product buildups are first evacuated via the vacuum function to remove the laying air between the layers. The product is then efficiently and quickly prelaminated via contact heat transfer.

Hot press for final lamination

The second heated flat press completes the lamination of the product buildups. Also in this step, fast lamination and best possible efficiency are achieved via contact heat transfer. The edge overpressing that occurs with other systems is already excluded in advance via the BÜRKLE flat press system.

Cold press

The cooling press is used for controlled cooling of the laminated product buildups. Possible product defects that can occur during cooling are prevented by the flat press and ensure reliable and constant production quality. When thermoplastic films are used, the flat press also ensures the necessary curing.

Separation of the batches

Similar to the loading of the line, a final loading basket is installed downstream of the cold press. The basket takes over the entire module batch and separates it for the following belt conveyor, which transfers the products to the downstream production processes.
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Loading the multi-daylight laminator

The YPSATOR VFF is supplied with production material via an upstream belt conveyor. The multi-day charging basket then forms a batch with the production material supplied by the infeed conveyor before it is transferred to the vacuum press. A membrane changing system is installed above the infeed conveyor to speed up the membrane change.
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Evacuation and prelamination of the product buildups

In the first of the three multi-daylight presses, the product buildups are first evacuated via the vacuum function to remove the laying air between the layers. The product is then efficiently and quickly prelaminated via contact heat transfer.
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Hot press for final lamination

The second heated flat press completes the lamination of the product buildups. Also in this step, fast lamination and best possible efficiency are achieved via contact heat transfer. The edge overpressing that occurs with other systems is already excluded in advance via the BÜRKLE flat press system.
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Cold press

The cooling press is used for controlled cooling of the laminated product buildups. Possible product defects that can occur during cooling are prevented by the flat press and ensure reliable and constant production quality. When thermoplastic films are used, the flat press also ensures the necessary curing.
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Separation of the batches

Similar to the loading of the line, a final loading basket is installed downstream of the cold press. The basket takes over the entire module batch and separates it for the following belt conveyor, which transfers the products to the downstream production processes.
For high-volume production of photovoltaic modules, manufacturers need powerful and reliable laminator technology. For this purpose, we developed the YPSATOR VFF, the most powerful laminator on the market. With the patented multi-opening technology, you as a manufacturer benefit from the largest possible laminating capacity per sqm and unparalleled energy efficiency.
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Technologies for the photovoltaic industry - our brochure

You´ll find more information about our service and solutions in our brochure.

Lamination lines for photovoltaic modules
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