Façade photovoltaic panels: installation, integration and innovation

1. Is it a good idea to install panels on a façade?

Wall-mounted photovoltaics provide an excellent solution for anyone who is unable to mount the system on the roof, for instance, due to an unfavorable angle or shading. It is also an interesting option for investors who value the aesthetics and modern architectural solutions.

One of the benefits offered by façade panels is their versatility – they can be mounted on both residential and commercial buildings; furthermore, if designed properly, they can become an integral part of a structure, with decorative and protective functions. Among the key aspects that make this solution appealing is the ability to optimize space utilization and maximize energy efficiency.

1. When should we opt for façade photovoltaic panels and how do we install them?

When deciding to install façade panels, you should first analyze several vital factors, in particular the following:

• the building’s exposure to the sun – south or southwest-facing façades perform the best due to their exposure to sunlight for most of the day,
• local weather conditions – while façade photovoltaic panels on a building are more exposed to wind and precipitation, they will not be covered by a layer of snow in winter,
• building aesthetics and architecture – if you want a modern look for your home, a façade integrated with photovoltaic panels will undoubtedly become a unique element of its design.

A critical part of the façade installation of photovoltaic panels is choosing the right location and installation technique. Façade panels are mounted on a special structure, in a vertical position, avoiding those areas shaded by trees, neighboring buildings or other obstacles that may make the entire system significantly less energy efficient. For PV wall mounting, it is best to choose ventilated aluminum façades, providing adequate air circulation required for the proper operation of a PV photovoltaic panel system.

In this context, you should take a closer look at modern solutions from Aluprof, such as aluminum and glass façades, which not only work well in combination with solar panels, but also support the thermal insulation of buildings.

1. Which façade should we choose for the installation of a photovoltaic system? 

Another benefit of wall-mounted photovoltaics is that they allow energy savings of up to 40% compared to the use of traditional façade materials, something that is invaluable with the rising energy and heating costs. Façades using Aluprof systems represent solutions combining modern design with superior functionalities. The key features of these products include the following:

• excellent thermal insulation,
• design flexibility,
• the option to create unusual architectural structures.

The use of aluminum profiles with different geometries and high strength makes these façades suitable for modern office buildings, residential buildings, as well as public buildings.

1. Aluminum and aluminum-glass façades from Aluprof

Aluprof’s range includes both mullion and transom systems, such as MB-SR50N EFEKT, giving the effect of a perfectly smooth glass surface, as well as component façades for quick installation in urban conditions. By relying on such innovations as ventilated façades and solutions integrated with photovoltaics, we promote the idea of sustainable construction.

This is best demonstrated by the Darmstadt Passive House Institute (PHI) awarding our MB-TT50 and MB-SR50N HI+ mullion and transom façades the highest efficiency class A+ for Passive House products. At the same time, all façades offered by Aluprof can withstand harsh weather conditions, and they combine top-quality aesthetics, fire safety and acoustics.

Go for proven solutions! 

Installing photovoltaic panels on the façade of a building is a solution that is not only environmentally friendly, but also extremely practical. When properly designed, a façade can increase the energy efficiency of a property, increase its value and give the building a modern look. If you are planning to invest in photovoltaic panels on aluminum façades, check out our portfolio and choose Aluprof façades. Go for durability, aesthetics and modern technologies, and let us support you in the construction of a unique, energy-efficient and environmentally friendly building.