Solagains
Solagains provides automated cleaning and soiling intelligence for utility-scale solar plants. It is run by Solagains Ltd, the commercialisation vehicle for IKU Technologies in solar.
How much power does dirt cost a solar plant?
A fine layer of dust can cut a panel's output by up to 20%. Panels left uncleaned for months in windy, sandy conditions can lose 30 to 50%.
- Up to 20% Efficiency lost to a fine layer of dust on a panel
- 30 to 50% Efficiency lost by solar panels left uncleaned
- 9 to 18 months Typical return on automated panel cleaning, depending on project size
What does automated cleaning change?
Cleaning runs whenever it is needed, without crews on the panels.
- Cleaning can be triggered at any time and runs on its own, around the clock if required.
- Less manual labour, so operators can spend their time elsewhere.
- Standard, modular parts that are easy to swap, so maintenance stays low.
- Runs independently of external power.
- Keeps panels clean, which protects output and panel life.
Engineering detail
Technical detail and commercial models for Solagains are on the Solagains website.
The same know-how as our façades
Solagains builds on the same automated cleaning know-how as IKU Windows, which also cleans photovoltaic glass built into building façades.
Questions and answers
How much power does soiling cost a solar plant?
A fine layer of dust can cut a panel’s efficiency by up to 20%, and panels left uncleaned can lose 30 to 50%, especially in windy and sandy conditions.
How is Solagains related to IKU Technologies?
Solagains Ltd is the commercialisation vehicle for IKU Technologies Ltd in solar. It brings the group’s automated cleaning know-how to utility-scale solar plants.
What return does automated solar cleaning give?
Typically a return on investment within 9 to 18 months, depending on the size of the project.
Partner with Solagains
For investment or partnership in Solagains, write to us and we will put you in touch with the team.
Or write to wayneg@iku-firetech.com directly.