What is unique about Apollo?
Apollo is the only light weight module that uses flexible cells, allowing it to be durable against harsh weather conditions.
What are the best solar panels for a roof that can't hold much weight?
For a low load roof, choose lightweight, fully flexible solar panels that bond directly to the roof without racking or ballast, instead of traditional rigid panels. Apollo Panda+ weighs about 3.4 kg/m², compared with 15 to 18 kg/m² for traditional rigid panels, and suits roofs with as little as 4 kg/m² of spare load capacity. Common uses are warehouses, factories, sports halls and curved roofs where a structural engineer has ruled out standard panels.
Can I put solar panels on a warehouse roof without reinforcing it?
Often yes, if you use lightweight adhesive panels instead of traditional rigid panels on racking. Apollo Panda+ needs no racking and no building reinforcement, and is designed for roofs with available load from 4 kg/m². Traditional rigid panels need at least 18 kg/m². A structural engineer should still confirm the roof's spare capacity, including snow and wind loads, before you go ahead.
How does the product handle bumpy rides and rough roads?
Equipped with flexible, vibration-tolerant technology and micro-crack enhanced cells, the system is designed to maintain consistent performance even on rough or bumpy roads.
How does the product perform during extreme weather conditions?
system is certified and tested to operate reliably in extreme weather conditions, ensuring reliable operation across a range of environmental challenge.
Which carmakers work with Apollo Power on vehicle solar?
Apollo has worked with Volkswagen, Audi and Hyundai on vehicle-integrated solar, and with ZF on solar systems for commercial vehicles. Its solar roof with AUDI AG as partner won the JEC Composites Innovation Award 2022, and Apollo Charger was a winner of The smarter E AWARD 2024 in the E-Mobility category. Apollo supplies OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers and the aftermarket.
How much do lightweight solar panels weigh per square meter?
Apollo's flexible solar panels weigh 2.9 to 3.4 kg/m², depending on the model. The 310 W Apollo Panda weighs 2.9 kg/m² (5.8 kg per module), and the 320 W Apollo Panda+ weighs 3.4 kg/m² (6.8 kg per module). Traditional rigid panels weigh 15 to 18 kg/m² before racking and ballast are added. Apollo says its panels cut total system weight by about 80%.
What is the cell efficiency? The module capacity?
17.5%, the highest efficiency for a flexible cell and 300Wp per module.
What is the module warranty?
Standard warranty in the industry – 10 years on failures in production, 25 years on performance.
Is the module recyclable?
Yes, Apollo solar modules are 95% recyclable and to be disposed of per WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive 2012/19/EU. The modules do not contain environmentally / harmful materials.
Can the module work with any optimizer or inverter?
Yes. The module is compatible to any electrical component available in the market.
What kind of connectors does it include?
Standard MC4.
Can solar panels be installed without drilling into the roof?
Yes. Apollo Panda+ is bonded to the roof with adhesive, with no drilling, rails or ballast. Apollo's installation guide lists an approved adhesive for each roof type, and the panels have been tested on steel deck, polycarbonate, PVC, bitumen, cement and more. No roof penetrations means fewer leak points.
Which roof types can flexible solar panels be installed on?
Apollo flexible solar panels have been tested on many roof surfaces, including steel deck (metal and sandwich panel), polycarbonate, PVC membrane, bitumen, cement and more. They fit flat, low-slope and curved roofs, including warehouses, factories, greenhouses, sports halls and older buildings with load limits. For other roof materials, Apollo tests compatibility per project.
Can solar panels be installed on a curved roof or a stadium roof?
Yes. Flexible solar panels follow the curve of the roof, so no custom frames are needed. Apollo installed 2,300 m² of Apollo Panda on the curved roof of the Sylvan Adams Velodrome in Tel Aviv. That roof cannot carry more than 4 kg/m², which rules out traditional rigid panels. Panda modules can bend to a diameter of 1,000 mm.
How do you install flexible solar panels with adhesive on a commercial roof?
Apollo panels must be installed according to Apollo's installation guide. In short: prepare and clean the roof surface, apply the adhesive that the guide approves for that roof type, press the panel into place and connect the MC4-EVO2 connectors. No rails, ballast or penetrations are needed, and crane time is minimal. Apollo says its system installs 50% faster than conventional racking, and it trains installers through its Professional EPC Network.
How much faster is installing adhesive solar panels than racked panels?
Apollo reports 50% faster installation times than conventional racked systems, and Apollo says labor costs fall by 50%. There are no rails, clamps or ballast blocks to lift and place, so crane use is minimal. A 2 m² Panda+ module weighs 6.8 kg, so one installer can carry it, and 1,320 modules fit in a 40 ft container.
How do I maintain my system?
Standard, like every other solar module, the modules should be cleaned following the installation manual guidelines.
What certifications Apollo passed?
Apollo’s modules passed IEC61215/61730 and UL61730. Every new generation modules is recertified.
Which institute certified the module?
Since product’s quality is one of the company’s main goals, all modules are tested either in Europe at TUV Rheinland or in the U.S.
Are flexible solar panels fire rated for commercial buildings?
Yes. Apollo Panda+ has passed Class A fire testing. Apollo panels have also passed fire testing to IEC 61730, UL 790 and EN 13501-5 (Broof T3), the European roof fire standard. Share the fire test reports with your building authority and insurer before installation.
How do lightweight solar panels handle wind uplift?
Adhesive-bonded flexible panels lie flat on the roof at a height of about 2.3 mm, so wind cannot get under them the way it does with tilted racked panels. Apollo modules have passed wind-resistance testing to EN 16002 (ETAG 006), the method used for roofing membranes. Panda+ has a maximum design load of 1,600 Pa.
What are the main advantages of the Apollo Charger?
The Apollo Charger provides 3-8% fuel savings, extended battery life, reduced maintenance costs, and improved performance.
Which types of vehicles is the product suitable for?
All kinds of heavy-duty vehicles, including buses, trucks, trailers, tractors, RVs, LCVs, golf carts, and more.
What fuel savings can I expect from the Apollo charger system?
The Apollo Charger system has demonstrated an average fuel savings of 3% - 8%, depending on the vehicle operation and usage conditions.
What is the ROI of the kit?
The ROI calculation is based on fuel and maintenance savings, the average liters consume for an intercity truck is 30,000 liter per year. According to 5% fuel reduction, the yearly saving will be $1,100 ($220 per tank), 5 tanks a year. A rescue call’s average cost due to discharging of the batteries is $750 not including a new battery pack ($800, 24V). The average ROI in the US is 14 months and in Europe it is 10 months.
How does the Apollo Charger affect the vehicle's battery life?
The solar system operates at low voltage, ensuring that the battery is continuously charged without overloading it. By doing so, it reduces the need for the alternator, helping to preserve the battery’s life and reduce maintenance costs.
How long does it take to install solar panels on a truck or trailer?
An Apollo Charger kit takes two people less than 2 hours to install, with no drilling and no welding. The flexible panels bond to the roof of the truck, trailer or bus. After installation the system runs on its own, with no driver training and no routine maintenance.
How much weight does a solar kit add to a truck?
A complete Apollo Charger kit adds less than 15 kg, including panels, controller and cabling. The flexible panels themselves are 2.2 mm thin, and the 155 W panel weighs about 3.1 kg. That is light enough for weight-sensitive trailers and buses, and the low profile adds little drag compared with traditional rigid panels.
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