What is SolarCleano?
SolarCleano is an innovative robotic solution designed to clean solar panels efficiently and effectively. As solar energy production rapidly grows worldwide, maintaining panel efficiency becomes crucial. While manufacturers invest heavily in R&D to boost panel performance, up to 30% of productivity gains come simply from cleaning soiled panels and better system monitoring. SolarCleano offers a cost-efficient robot that helps solar plant owners increase their revenues while contributing to a greener planet. This remote-controlled robot can clean up to 2MW of solar panels with just a single operator per working day. It supports both wet and dry cleaning methods, adapting to customer needs and regional conditions. Plus, it’s versatile enough to dismantle into four parts within minutes, making rooftop transport a breeze. Uniquely, it’s also capable of efficiently cleaning floating solar panels.
Main Benefits of SolarCleano
Here are some key figures and facts that highlight why SolarCleano stands out:
- Increases solar panel productivity by up to 30% through effective cleaning
- Capable of cleaning up to 2MW of panels per day with just one operator
- Supports both wet and dry cleaning, tailored to customer requirements and location
- Equipped with thermal cameras for in-depth plant monitoring during cleaning
- Detects micro-cracks and hot spots to identify panels needing replacement
- Designed to be dismantled into four parts for easy rooftop transport
- Unique ability to clean floating solar panels efficiently
- Available in two sizes, with ongoing R&D for further improvements
Advanced Monitoring Capabilities
While cleaning, SolarCleano doesn’t just wipe away dirt—it actively monitors the solar plant’s health. Thermal cameras integrated into the robot scan panels to detect micro-cracks or hot spots. These issues can significantly reduce efficiency and, if left unchecked, may require panel replacement. This dual function of cleaning and monitoring means plant owners get more value from their investment, catching problems early and maintaining optimal performance. It’s like having a maintenance expert and a cleaning crew rolled into one.
Versatility and Design
One of SolarCleano’s standout features is its versatility. Thanks to a clever design, the robot can be dismantled into four parts within minutes, allowing a single operator to transport it easily—even onto rooftops. This flexibility means it can be deployed in a variety of solar installations, from ground-mounted arrays to rooftop systems. Moreover, it’s the only solution on the market that efficiently cleans floating solar panels, a growing segment in the renewable energy sector. This adaptability ensures SolarCleano meets the diverse needs of solar plant operators worldwide.
Range of Products
SolarCleano offers a range of robots tailored to different scales and types of solar installations:
- SolarCleano F1: A remote-controlled robot with the highest cleaning capacity, suitable for wet and dry cleaning on any solar installation.
- SolarCleano M1: Ultra-lightweight and versatile, perfect for smaller installations, battery-powered, and capable of water and waterless cleaning.
- SolarCleano L1: Designed for large-scale cleaning with long brushes and a tilt of over 25°, cleaning up to 2000m² per hour.
- SolarCleano T1: Facilitates easy transport between panel rows, remote-controlled and battery-powered, with adjustable tilt for any installation angle.
- SolarCleano B1A: A revolutionary fully autonomous robot with AI that adapts to panel height and inclination, ensuring constant pressure and avoiding damage.
- SolarCleano E1: Mounted on a 4×4 vehicle, built for large-scale plants, adaptable to conventional and shaft trackers for wet or dry cleaning.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – Enhances solar panel efficiency and energy output.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Promotes innovative robotic solutions in renewable energy maintenance.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Supports sustainable practices by extending panel lifespan and reducing waste.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Contributes to reducing carbon footprint by maximizing clean energy production.
- SDG 15: Life on Land – Helps protect ecosystems by promoting renewable energy use over fossil fuels.
Looking Ahead
SolarCleano continues to invest in research and development, aiming to push the boundaries of solar panel cleaning and monitoring technology. The company is actively seeking large-scale projects to launch new solutions that further increase panel efficiency and plant productivity. With its unique combination of cleaning capacity, monitoring capabilities, and versatility, SolarCleano is set to play a key role in the future of solar energy maintenance. It’s not just about cleaning panels—it’s about powering a sustainable future, one robot at a time.
