Airtech ETFE
Airtech ETFE & FEP films are used for a wide range of applications such as: Solar Cells Photovoltaic front sheet and back sheet material. Protective film for solar panels and collectors, ETFE Film has
Self-cleaning performance of superhydrophobic hot-embossed
One solution investigated in this work involves the implementation of a passive self-cleaning superhydrophobic top cover. To this end, superhydrophobicity was induced by hot
Scientists develop aesthetic solar facades with 80% PV
Fraunhofer FEP has designed PV modules that can be integrated in facades, offering seamless aesthetics with a massive solar efficiency boost.
Hot-embossed microcone-textured fluoropolymer as self-cleaning and
This work explores the self-cleaning approach by optimizing microtextured fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP) covers for PV modules that exhibit superhydrophobicity and improve light
Reducing Glare in Solar Panels With Matte FEP Films
Engineers need solutions that balance low glare, high efficiency, and long-term durability. Let us find out together how innovative matte FEP solar front sheets can be the next important thing in solar energy
Development of Flexible Panel Front Sheet with 25-Year Rated
This program demonstrates how to evaluate the lifetime of the front sheet under flexible PV mission profile and provide insight on the failure modes and design criteria of these components.
06-2025 – Aesthetic and efficient facades: Fraunhofer FEP presents
As part of the Design-PV project, Fraunhofer FEP has made significant progress in developing aesthetically appealing solutions for building-integrated photovoltaics.
Titanium oxide hydrophobic coating to clean solar panels
Germany''s Fraunhofer FEP has unveiled a dirt-repellent coating for solar panels. The material is reportedly able to acquire superhydrophilic properties at night and wash away the dirt
Flexibility and Innovation: Customized Solar Panels for Facade
Innovations in customized and sustainable solar panels for architectural projects that transform solar aesthetics and broaden architectural horizons.
DuPont Teflon® films, frontsheet materials for PV modules
Teflon® FEP film is the preferred frontsheet material for portable PV applications that require the highest power output and the ability to operate in extreme environments and conditions.