06-09-2011 Mainz, Germany

Now even more powerful and flexible with ASI® modules for architecture

SCHOTT offers thin-film modules with up to 64 Watt peak per square meter of active surface / Cooperation with Ebener Fassaden-Profiltechnik in the area of façade claddings

Mainz, June 9, 2011 – Effective immediately, architects can benefit from more efficient ASI® thin-film modules that offer both functional and aesthetic qualities for new buildings and energy-saving renovation of façades. Thanks to an improved manufacturing process, the performance has been increased from 42 to 64 Watt peak per square meter of active surface compared to previous modules. At the same time, custom formats that suit individual façade grids are also possible.

These high-performance thin-film elements demonstrate extremely high energy performance even when very little light is available. ASI® modules come in opaque (ASI® OPAK) and semi-transparent (ASI® THRU) designs and thus allow for architectural solutions that fulfill a variety of functions in modern solar architecture, including aesthetics, shade and power generation. The ASI® architecture modules are available for fast delivery in customized sizes of up to 2 x 4 meters and larger formats upon request.

The technology group SCHOTT and EBENER® Fassaden-Profiltechnik from Bad Marienberg, Germany, a company that is active throughout Europe, are leveraging synergies in the areas of façade claddings and building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) to cooperate in the area of ASI® modules.

Here, Ebener is contributing its know-how on integrating solar modules into façades, including a special technique that the company has developed for bonding ASI® elements with mounting fixtures. SCHOTT is the partner on ventilated and warm curtain walls with ASI® OPAK, ASI® THRU 10% and ASI® 20% as either laminated or insulating glass. This cooperation between the two companies thus makes it possible for architects to choose from a wide variety of extremely attractive façade solutions.

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SCHOTT is an international technology group with more than 125 years of experience in the areas of specialty glasses and materials and advanced technologies. SCHOTT ranks number one in the world with many of its products. Its core markets are the household appliance, solar power, pharmaceuticals, electronics, optics, transportation and architecture industries. The company is strongly committed to contributing to its customers’ success and making SCHOTT an important part of people’s lives with high-quality products and intelligent solutions. SCHOTT is committed to managing its business in a sustainable manner and supporting its employees, society and the environment. The SCHOTT Group maintains close proximity to its customers with manufacturing and sales units in all major markets. Its workforce of around 17,500 employees generated worldwide sales of approximately 2.9 billion euros for the 2009/2010 fiscal year. SCHOTT AG, with its headquarters in Mainz (Germany) is owned by the Carl Zeiss Foundation.

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