Solar Panels - Made In Australia

SilexSolar is Australia's only large scale commercial manufacturer of Solar Panels, delivering a world quality product at an affordable price for both the domestic and commercial markets.

Our solar panels are perfect for home energy solutions, providing homeowners with the ability to reduce their power bills, produce green energy and save CO2 emissions.

SilexSolar photovoltaic panels are designed and built for commercial applications, and are well suited to small and large scale projects which require commercial solar panels.

The build and output quality of our panels are covered by a comprehensive warranty which provides peace of mind that you will have many years of productive solar energy output.

Government incentives for Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Energy make now an ideal time to invest in your energy future.

SilexSolar Selling Obsolete Equipment

SilexSolar Obsolete Cell Manufacturing Equipment to be Sold via Global Auction.

SilexSolar announced on the 16th August 2011 that it had ceased cell manufacturing in Australia, but would continue to manufacture PV panels using third party cells from a new strategic partner. This meant that all SilexSolar cell manufacturing equipment was made obsolete.

Heritage Global Partners has since announced on the 15th May 2012 an online auction for the sale of this obsolete cell equipment (see attached PDF).

SilexSolar installed at Parliament House

Silex Systems Limited (ASX: SLX) (�Silex�) is pleased to announce that wholly owned subsidiary SilexSolar Pty Ltd, in conjunction with consortium partner Todae Solar, has completed the installation of solar panels at Parliament House in Canberra with the solar panels being switched on by the Department of Parliamentary Services (�DPS�) Secretary, Alan Thompson.

SilexSolar and Todae Solar were awarded a contract by the DPS in April, following a competitive tender process, to undertake the project which forms part of the DPS�s efforts to reduce energy consumption at Parliament House.

Silex CEO Dr Michael Goldsworthy said, �It has been a collaborative team effort and a great experience working alongside the DPS project team.�

�The project was completed in a compressed timeline due to Parliament sitting for three weeks during the installation schedule,�

Dr Goldsworthy continued.

�This project showcases the world-leading technology of SilexSolar, Australia�s only integrated photovoltaic cell and solar panel manufacturer.�

The solar panels are installed on the roof of the Senate wing and the gardener�s compound of Parliament House and will be integrated into the building management infrastructure.

Project Summary

• Over 230 solar panels and five inverters installed
  
  
• Peak system capacity of 43 kilowatts
  
  
• Project completed in nine weeks (three of which included Parliamentary sitting weeks)
  
  
• Completed wind-loading and structural certification processes
  
  
• Completed lightning protection and solar panel bonding under protection systems
  
  
• Removal and replacement of some 50 cubic metres of roof stone ballast moved

Learn more and view the full announcement. Click Here >

GoGreen interview at the Sydney HIA Home Show

Watch the inverview with Aron Mailey fromGoGreendisdiscussing there services and the use of SilexSolar panels.

Chinese the winners from solar subsidies

From Article by Siobhain Ryan
The Australian - June 04 2011
http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/chinese-the-winners-from-solar-subsidies/story-fn59niix-1226068957702

CHINESE solar panel makers were among the biggest beneficiaries of half a billion dollars in public subsidies to the rooftop solar panel industry last year, prompting their only Australian rival to cry foul.

A new report has shown Australia last year imported photovoltaic technology worth $1.1 billion -- effectively halving the value of the industry to the local economy.

Michael Goldsworthy, chief executive of Silex, Australia's only maker of home solar panels on a commercial scale, said overseas manufacturers, led by the Chinese, were able to offer big discounts because of government production subsidies at home, and held about 95 per cent of the Australian market.

Dr Goldsworthy said his competitors also benefited indirectly from Australian subsidy schemes for solar, which had dramatically boosted demand in the last two years. "All the equipment, except for our little bit, comes from overseas, so what's the good of that?" Dr Goldsworthy said. "It's trampling over Australian local manufacturing."

For the full article in The Australian click here >

WA Solar Bonus Scheme - Changes

The Western Australian Government has announced changes to the residential net feed-in tariff scheme following a review by the Office of Energy.

A new rate of 20 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh) will apply to all applications received from 1 July 2011. As with the original scheme, system owners will receive payments for 10 years.

Learn more and view the full announcement. Click Here >

NSW Solar Bonus Scheme - CLOSED 13 May 2011

NSW GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES CLOSURE OF SOLAR BONUS SCHEME

The NSW Government has today moved to ease the cost burden of the Solar Bonus Scheme by announcing the Scheme's permanent closure to new applicants.

NSW Minister for Resources and Energy, Chris Hartcher said the Government was closing the Scheme to new applicants effective midnight 28 April 2011 and will introduce legislation to Parliament as soon as possible to support these changes.

"This is a Scheme that from the outset has been characterised by policy failure and an extraordinary level of mismanagement," Mr Hartcher said.
"We believe this to be a fair and responsible measure to reduce the burden imposed on NSW taxpayers."

The total cost of the Solar Bonus Scheme is expected to reach up to $1.9 billion.

Mr Hartcher said the Government would honour applications received by network businesses before the hold was imposed.

"Applications received prior to the 29 April 2011 but yet to be connected to the Scheme will be progressed and considered under the eligibility criteria."

For further information view the NSW Govt Press Release >

For further information vistit the NSW Govt website >

SilexSolarDirect - Factory Gate Open for Retailers

Australian Solar Retailers can NOW BUY DIRECT from the SIlexSolar factory.

We've now made the purchase of Australian made, high quality SilexSolar solar panels simpler, faster and cheaper than ever before.

Qualified retailers can purchase SilexSolar panels 24/7 straight from the Homebush Bay NSW factory. Solar Retailers CLICK HERE to register today.

Consumers can now know just what they are getting with their solar panels by specifying SilexSolar panels to their retailer. > read more

Energy Wise Group at the Green Fair in Brisbane

Darrell and the team at Energy Wise Group are proud suppliers and installers of Silex Solar Panels. They recently attended the Green Fair in Brisbane with a large marque. Crowds at the fair were delighted to know that they could purchase Australian Made Solar Panels from Energy Wise Group and kept the team busy with enquries. > more

Darrell with the Lord Major of Brisbane at the recent Green Fair in Brisbane.

Significant expansion of SLX Solar Panel Warranty

All SilexSolar "SLX" series solar panels purchased from 1st October 2010, will now carry the new improved SilexSolar panel warranty of:

10 Year Limited Warranty of Materials and Workmanship
12 Year Limited Warranty of 90% of Maximum Power
25 Year Limited Warranty of 80% of Maximum Power

A SilexSolar spokesperson explained: "The great majority of PV panels currently on the market provide a warranty offer of : 5-12-25 year. The extended SilexSolar warranty provides our customers with a genuine high quality Australian made product, backed by a very generous warranty; one of the best in the industry. > Read More > Visit the Warranty page

Contribute to the SilexSolar Blog

SilexSolar has recently added a Blog to the
web site. Articles and categories will be regularly updated and reviewed so we welcome your contribution to the Blog. > Visit the Blog

Concentrator PV solar power plant at Hermannsburg

One of the key show cases at the ATRAA 2010 conference was a day field trip to visit and inspect the Concentrator PV (CPV) power plant at Hermannsburg. This system was originally designed, built and installed by Solar Systems which was aquired by Silex Systems (parent company to SilexSolar) earlier this year, and is currently undertaking a product development program to release the next generation of CPV technologies that includes Parabolic Dish configuration (like Hermannsburg) as well as the Heliostat Configuration (i.e. Centralised tower with field mirrors). > more

PV Solar Case Studies

SilexSolar PV Solar Panels are used in a variety of applications. We have provided a few case studies provided by our distributors to see our products in application. > more

CE obtained for European Sales

SilexSolar PV solar panels have been independently assessed and internationally verified by T�V Rheinland Japan Ltd and has obtained CE marking certification for sales to the European Economic Area (EEA).

Product Testing - Glass and Frame Breakage

As part of our product testing prior to international
certification by T�V Rheinland Japan Ltd. SilexSolar undertook some extreme product testing. The tests conducted demonstrate why we proudly guarantee our product. Click here to view the product testing photos
and video.

PV Solar Payback times?

A report recently released by Choice documents the likely payback times for solar PV panel systems in different parts of the country. To view the report links and find more information relevant to your state
click here.

International Certification by TUV Rheinland

In May 2010, T�V Rheinland assessors visited the Sydney Olympic Park facility and undertook their annual Factory Inspection Certification. This re certification consists of completing detailed audits and verification of SilexSolar's:
� Management systems
� Raw materials provenance
� Supply chain management
� Manufacturing process control
� Overall product quality

The assessment is about insuring the quality standards presented in the test sample solar panels used originally for IEC61215 and IEC61730 certification by T�V Rheinland have been consistently upheld.. > more

Environmental Benefits of Solar Power

Australia is one of the highest emitters of CO2 emissions per capita in the world, recently overtaking the US. To help abate CO2 emissions, renewable energy technologies such as Solar must play a significant part in the overall strategy to help combat climate change. SilexSolar is at the frontline and is playing a key role. > more

Solar Manufacturing At Sydney Olympic Park

SilexSolar's Sydney Olympic Park (SOP) is the largest Photovoltaic (PV) solar panel manufacturing plant in the Southern Hemisphere, with over 50MW of solar cell and 5MW of panel annual production capacity. > more

A warranty for Australian conditions!

SilexSolar's products are covered by a warranty that provides peace of mind that you will have a years of productive solar energy to come.
25 Years Maximum Power Output
10 Years Warranty on Materials and Workmanship
> more

Enhanced Renewable Energy Target Scheme

The Government's Renewable Energy Target scheme will be enhanced to provide greater certainty for households, employees and businesses within the renewable energy industry.

It will provide a fixed price of $40 per megawatt hour of electricity produced, providing direct support for households that take action to reduce emissions.
> more

Retail Electricity Prices likely to rise 60%+

Sydney: March 18, 2010:
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) today released its final electricity regulated retail price determination for the 3 years to June 2013. This determination will apply to the majority of small NSW customers that have not entered into a negotiated tariff. > more

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Retail Power Prices Rising!

Installing SilexSolar panels can reduce your bill, carbon emissions and be profitable for years to come. Contact a SilexSolar retailer today!

Clean Energy Council

SilexSolar is a member of the Clean Energy Council and will be actively contributing to the PV Solar industry.
> read more

Renewable Energy Credits

In certain circumstances, the Solar Panel home owner can be rewarded through the sale of emission off-sets and/or Renewable Energy Credits (RECs). > more

With SilexSolar Panels you know what your getting!

Australian Made
Quality Solar Panels:

Made in Australia for
Australian Conditions

Supplied direct to
Australian Retailers

Extended Warranty
with in field support

Long term reliability
and output