Photovoltaic Panels        BIPV        Solar Thermal

Lumen Solar LLC offers mono- and poly-crystalline PV panels from several of China's major PV producers. All are UL certified with excellent PTC ratings. Lumen Solar supplies panels suitable for residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects, and can offer turnkey systems complete with mounting equipment and inverters. Our team coordinates closely with suppliers to ensure a smooth transaction and to provide comprehensive support to installers from start to finish.

Ningbo Solar pioneered solar technology in China, producing the country's first silicon ingots in 1966, and the first Chinese solar panels in 1978. Today they are the second largest Chinese solar PV producer with a capacity of over 350 MW, and the 8th largest producer in the world, with 6% of the market share in Europe. Ningbo's production is completely vertically integrated, ensuring a secure supply chain, quality control, and competitive pricing. Unlike other major Chinese competitors, Ningbo's solar cell welding process is automated to ensure quality. The company is run according to ISO9001 quality management standards and all products come with an industry standard 25-year warranty, though many have been documented to last much longer.

Ningbo's Vertically Integrated Production Chain Ningbo's Automated Solar Cell Welding Machines Ningbo 24 MW installation in Almeria, Spain

ReneSola is a leading vertically integrated OEM service provider and manufacturer of solar power products based in China. The company was founded in 2005 as a solar wafer manufacturer and quickly grew to become one of the largest solar wafer manufacturers in the world. Leveraging its strong base in solar wafer manufacturing, Renesola expanded its operations upstream into polysilicon production and downstream into PV cell and PV module production to become a fully vertically integrated solar company. Renesola's increasingly diversified customer base includes some of the world's leading solar. In 2009 Renesola's module production reached 135 MW, with 375 MW slated for 2010. Standard PV modules include 125x125 monocrystalline (5 W, 10 W, 20 W, 40 W, 60 W, 80 W, 160-190 W), 156x156 monocrystalline (120 W, 220-240 W, 245-255 W, 260-290 W), and 156x156 multicrystalline (220-240 W, 250-280 W).

Renesola panels at 1.8 MW solar power plant in Alhama de Murcia, Spain

Photovoltaic Panels        BIPV        Solar Thermal

Atlantis Energy Systems is the world's first manufacturer of Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) products. Atlantis' SUNSLATES™ PV roof tiles can be integrated seamlessly into a roof and look similar to traditional tile or slate roofing. SUNSLATES™ were the world’s first BIPV modules to Achieve Electrical (UL 1703) & Fire (UL 790) Safety Certification and have been recognized by The American Institute of Architects and for innovation and aesthetic appeal. SUNSLATES™ are available in 125mm (5") or 156mm (6") cell sizes. SUNSLATES™ form a part of an advanced PV system that not only turns the roof into a solar power plant, but also is safety rated from wind, water, blackouts, and fire. SUNSLATES™ have recently been improved by adding hybrid thermal collection component, which harvests heat energy while cooling the slates.

Atlantis SUNSLATES 156™ Solar Electric Roof System in the Mainland US

Photovoltaic Panels        BIPV        Solar Thermal

About Apricus Apricus is a leading designer and manufacturer of solar hot water and hydronic heating products for residential and commercial use. Sold in more than 30 countries worldwide, Apricus’ range of renewable energy products provide simple and effective solutions for families and businesses concerned about the effects of climate change and rising energy costs. Apricus Evacuated Tube Solar Collectors are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications to provide hot water, space heating, industrial hot water and air-conditioning for homes and businesses around the world.

How it Works The evacuated tube solar collector is a device that absorbs thermal energy from the sun and converts it into usable heat. The heat is absorbed by water or a freeze resistant water mix, which can then be used to supplement hot water heating, space heating and even space cooling.

Apricus Solar Collector Parts 1. Collector Manifold 2. Glass wool insulation 3. Copper header pipe (liquid flow) 4. Stainless steel mounting frame 5. Evacuated tube (solar absorber) 6. Heat transfer fin and heat pipe

Collector Operation 1. Sunlight is absorbed inside the evacuated tube, causing heat to build up 2. The heat pipe inside the tube carries thermal energy up to the manifold box 3. Fluid circulating from the storage tank to the header extracts the energy from the hot heat pipe tips 4. The heated fluid is moved back to the storage tank and the cycle begins again

The Apricus Advantage The Apricus AP Solar Collector Series combines evacuated tube technology and heat pipes to provide a product that operates efficiently in all climates. Available in 20 and 30-tube models, the AP Collector Series offers a cost-effective solution while retaining an industry leading thermal output.

Key Features: • Modular design and 3/4” copper connections allow for easy installation • Efficient performance in a wide range of applications • Individual tubes are easily replaceable without disrupting system operation • Virtually maintenance free • Direct support available through wholesaler distribution and Apricus technical team • Compatible with open loop, closed loop and drainback systems • Adjustable frame kits available to raise collector to optimal angles • Meets NSF61 standards • Qualifies for all applicable federal and State tax incentives, including the Hawaii Energy rebate*

* Providing customer meets other applicable qualifications of rebate programs

System Sizing In most parts of Hawaii, a family of four can serve at least 90% of their hot water needs with just one AP-30 collector. The following chart can be used as a general guide to determine your collector needs. Contact Lumen Solar or an approved Apricus installer for a detailed site analysis.

Warranty Apricus offers a 10-year warranty on its evacuated tubes and heat pipes and a 15-year warranty on the manifold and frame.

Lumen Solar is Apricus’ official distributor in Hawaii. We provide training and support for contractors and work with your team to seamlessly integrate Apricus collectors into your project.