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Turnkey Vision Systems for Thin Film Solar Modules

Reliable Quality Assurance & Process Control Throughout Solar Module Production

Solar Inspection

Optical inspection systems play an important part when it comes to the optimization of the production process to improve yield and maximize the output quality.

The Dr. Schenk SolarInspect series is designed to fulfill the special requirements throughout the production of thin film solar modules. These turnkey vision systems offer reliable quality control throughout the running production process. In addition, continuous monitoring of the production process allows timely corrective action to be taken when process deviations appear.

Fully integrated after relevant production steps, the SolarInspect systems detect, pinpoint and accurately classify defects or irregularities on the surface and edges from the incoming glass through to the finished solar module. The user-friendly graphical interface provides clear diagrams and analyzing tools, displaying detailed defect information together with high-resolution images.

Reliable Inspection of

  • Incoming Bare Glass
  • Coated Glass, e.g. TCO, Molybden
  • Layer Deposition
  • Structuring/Laser Scribing
  • Chemical Steps
  • Edge Deletion
  • Back Glass
  • Finished Modules

Detection of

  • Sheet Glass Defects
  • Dimensions
  • Edge Defects
  • Layer Defects
  • Layer Homogeneity
  • Layer Thickness
  • Structure Discontinuity
  • Underscribe
  • Overscribe
  • Encapsulation & Lamination Defects
  • Edge Deletion Residue
  • Conductor Defects

SolarInspect – Exceptional Features

  • Innovative and modular optical setup - low cost of ownership
  • Turnkey vision systems optimized for specific process step needs
  • Customized solution for all types and sizes of solar modules
  • Repeatable detection and classification
  • User-friendly quality and analyzing tools for production control and process analysis
  • Easy integration into new and existing lines
  • Industry-proven design