ENERGY
Photovoltaic Infrared Inspection (PVIR)
What is PVIR?
Photovoltaic Infrared Inspection
Commercial and Industrial Solar PV systems are made up of 100s and even 1000s of connections. With pinpoint accuracy, infrared technology can quickly detect the slightest anomalies that could potentially cost you money. This technology is so sensitive; it can detect a single faulty cell within the entire system. Learn how State of the Art Infrared Thermography can guarantee maximum energy harvest. Find out how larger commercial and industrial PV systems can save thousands if not tens of thousands of $$$ a year with a full thermographic scan.
Why have a PVIR?
| • Protect your Investment | • Maximize Efficiency | • Minimize Downtime |
What will my PVIR include?
| • Certified Level II Thermographer | • Master Electrician Correction |
| • Electrical Engineer review | • PVIR Professional Report |
Benefits of a PVIR
Sensitive Technology
Can detect a single faulty cell within an entire system
Immediate results
Thermogram view of system anomalies
Exception Detection
Identify circuit overloading, lose connectors, uneven string loading, bad/poor connections
Non-invasive inspection
System remains in operation during thermographic inspection
Preventative/Predictive System Support
Identify system issues before they fail
Professional PVIR report
Summary of entire system performance with thermographic photos of anomolies
Cost of a PVIR
| • Minimal Cost for Protecting Investment | • Get a PVIR as low as $3/kW* |
Protecting your Solar Investment
DC Contactor Inverter Sub-Array 1
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Reference Temp 58.9° F Indication 73.8° F Temperature Rise 25.1° F |
| Indication: Loose connection load side contactor Solution: Clean/Tighten Connection |
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Cell/Module Temperature Anomolies
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Reference Temp 42.0° F Indication 58.8° F Temperature Rise 16.8° F |
| Indication: Module Fouling Solution: Clean Modules |
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HAWT Induction Wind Turbine
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Reference Temp 49.8° F Indication 69.8° F Temperature Rise 20.0° F |
| Indication: No Indication. Normal Temperature Gradient Solution: N/A |
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- Brad Rill
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