SoLayTec produces machines for the production of high-yield solar panels, a pioneering technological development that makes the requisite technology available for commercial production.

6% more yield from the sun
Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) can generate at least 6% more yield from solar panels. ALD deposits a thin layer of aluminium oxide just a few nanometres thick on a solar cell. While this is not new, SoLayTec has created a breakthrough to make the industrial application of this technology suitable for the production of solar cells, and make an essential contribution to getting solar energy more widely accessible.

High process speeds
Technological advances have enabled an increase in solar cell production speeds by 100 to 1000 times. This is an important step in making solar panels both affordable and efficient for industry and consumers. Since the thickness of the aluminium oxide layer can be adjusted, the machine can be used for various production methods. The SoLayTec machine is also used for the production of the very latest solar cells all over the world.

Efficient solar cells
The latest generation of industrial solar cells is some 20% more efficient in converting energy, a level of efficiency that requires a very effective surface passivation. Combined with the application of ALD, an intricate, uniform layer is created that opens the door for developers to create further innovation and even more efficient solar cells.