Photovoltaic Glass
(BIPV – Building Integrated Photovoltaics)
Description
Photovoltaic glass is a technical glazing incorporating solar cells (amorphous, monocrystalline, or polycrystalline silicon), enabling electricity generation while serving an architectural function.
It offers dual performance: acting both as a building element (protection, insulation, design) and as a source of renewable energy.
This type of glazing is used in façades, skylights, balustrades, glass roofs, or solar canopies. It actively contributes to building energy efficiency while enhancing architectural aesthetics.
Available Thicknesses
6 mm – 8 mm – 10 mm – 12 mm
(Thicknesses vary depending on the technology used and the supporting glass. Other thicknesses available on request for laminated or insulating glass integration).
Standard Dimensions
1000 × 1600 mm – 1200 × 2000 mm – 1500 × 2500 mm
(Other formats available on request, depending on project constraints).
Types of Glazing
- Single or laminated glass with amorphous or crystalline cells
- Insulating glazing with photovoltaic outer pane + thermal or acoustic inner pane
- Cells integrated between two glass sheets (BIPV)
- Possibility of tinted colors, screen printing, or patterns to modulate solar factor and light transmission
Available Colors
Clear – Extra-clear – Tinted (grey, bronze, blue, green…)
Other custom shades available on request (screen printing, optical treatment).
Available Finishes
Raw cut – Polished edges – Peripheral black screen printing – Preparation for framing – Cable outlet or integration into electrical system
Typical Applications
Double-skin façades – Solar skylights – Active glass roofs – Energy-producing balustrades – Canopies, shading structures – Positive-energy residential or commercial buildings (RE2020, HQE, BEPOS)
Standards
EN 50583-1 / EN 50583-2 (BIPV photovoltaic glazing)
EN 61215 / IEC 61215 (PV module performance)
EN 61730 / IEC 61730 (electrical safety)
EN 1279 (insulating glass)
EN ISO 12543 (laminated glass)
EN 12150 (tempered glass)
EN 410 / EN 673 (optical and thermal properties)
Other certifications available upon request.