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Innovative Solutions for the Maintenance of Solar Panels.… The ClearShield System


Clearshieald Cleans & Protects Solar Pannels

Increased efficiency

-    Absorbs more of the sun’s energy
-    Individual solar cells have a higher effectiveness
-    Glass resists staining and corrosion
-    Glass is always easier to clean and keep clean

Higher revenues and lower costs

-    Higher revenues for industrial production of energy
-    Greater savings of energy in commercial or residential use
-    Reduces maintenance costs
-    Faster payback time

Greater contribution to a greener environment

-    Increases generation of clean, green energy
-    Less CO2 in the environment
-    Help combat climate change
-    No need for harsh cleaning chemicals

The innovative and award-winning ClearShield System converts ordinary glass into Low-M® (Low-Maintenance) Glass so you can enjoy these benefits.


SOLAR PANELS: CLEANER GLASS, GREATER EFFICIENCY


The most important factor in determining the efficiency and effectiveness of a solar panel system is the location of the site. The installation must absorb as much light as possible. Therefore even shadows caused by buildings, trees and so on significantly affect the output.

Staining and discolouration on the glass surface caused by air- and waterborne contaminants will have the same effect. In fact, the efficiency of solar panels has a direct link to the light transmission of glass, and therefore the cleanliness of the glass surface. In short, the cleaner the glass, the more effective the solar panel.

Solar Pannels

GLASS RENOVATION: brings glass back to its ‘as-new’ condition


The build-up of contaminants causes many problems and will chemically bond, corrode and etch the surface of unprotected glass irreversibly.

The ClearShield System removes contamination – both organic and inorganic – from the glass surface when regular cleaning is no longer effective. Renovation is the ideal solution for exterior glass surfaces that have been heavily contaminated and stained when all else fails.

There are a number of situations where contaminants can attack glass, creating different problems:

•    Glass contamination during construction

Splatter from concrete, plaster and mortar, cement dust and other construction materials stain unprotected glass and are difficult or even impossible to remove. Glass replacement can be the only option but is costly in terms of both time and money.

•    Glass contamination from the environment

Once glass is installed, typical contaminants such as concrete and silicone sealant run-off, traffic fumes, tree sap and bird droppings can attack the surface, affecting both performance and appearance.

The solution to all of the above is renovation carried out by Ritec’s specialist application teams.

Renovation removes contaminants that have not yet etched the glass during the corrosion process. Even the toughest contamination such as harsh marine environments can be removed successfully. The surface is restored to a pristine “as-new” condition for enhanced clarity and a cleaner appearance.

 

solarpannel protected & Unprotected

APPLICATION OF THE CLEARSHIELD SYSTEM

With over 20 years experience, Ritec’s trained applicators can treat any glass on any scale.

The ClearShield System is effective for onsite applications and can be also applied in the factory prior to installation if required to minimise surface damage during construction.
Protected and Unprotected Windows



GLASS PROTECTION: retains the ‘as-new’ condition of glass

Immediately after renovation, the glass surface is sealed and protected by ClearShield. Working like ‘non-stick’ cookware, ClearShield gives glass low-maintenance (Low-M) properties. ClearShield-protected glass looks newer for longer, reduces maintenance costs and increases satisfaction.

solarpannelsFor all exterior and interior glass, including sandblasted glass, ClearShield:
  • Resists staining and discolouration
  • Is always easier to clean and keep clean
  • Halves frequency of cleaning on average
In addition:
  • Protected glass will never return to a heavily contaminated or stained condition provided the simple maintenance procedures are followed.
  • The performance of glass treated with ClearShield is guaranteed.
  • By taking the initiative and specifying ClearShield protection before glass becomes contaminated, the renovation process is avoided altogether.
So for glass that looks like new for longer, choose ClearShield.

Micrograph of aged glass

GLASS MAINTENANCE

Typically, ClearShield reduces the frequency of cleaning by half. Just like ‘non-stick’ cookware, the maintenance of ClearShield-protected glass does not require harsh and abrasive cleaning chemicals or methods.

The ClearShield System has a full range of highly effective After-Care products available that are:
  • Kind to the glass and the environment
  • Versatile to suit specific contamination
  • Economical and simple to use

ClearShield. Makes solar panels easier to maintain.

 

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