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How does freesuns make matrix shingle solar roof tiles?

The flexible, automated production allows Swiss project partner Freesuns to produce its newly developed matrix shingle roof tiles on a pilot scale before moving into mass production. The 450 x 510 mm Freesuns matrix shingle solar roof tile consists of a glass-glass module with TOPCon solar cells. Image: Fraunhofer ISE/Sophia Baechle

How many solar roof tiles will freesuns produce?

The flexible, automated production allows Freesuns to produce its newly developed matrix shingle roof tiles on a pilot scale before moving into mass production. The production line will manufacture a total of 4,000 solar roof tiles using the matrix shingle technology.

How much power does a solar roof shingle produce?

The power output of each solar roof shingle varies greatly, from as little as 13 watts to as high as 114 watts. All solar roof shingles are designed to be lightweight and weatherproof. Output is affected by the direction of the sun facing the solar shingles.

How many solar roof tiles will be made in 2025?

The production line will manufacture a total of 4,000 solar roof tiles using the matrix shingle technology. Since March 2025, the company has produced the first 800 and is currently installing the roof systems into five existing buildings in Switzerland.

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