Product range
Product overview
• Waterless: No water required - convenient to use, saves time & resources and reduces environmental impact
• Ready to use: Simple, fast and portable
• SmartShield formulation cleans and protects: Actively repels dust and water meaning panels stay cleaner for longer
• Eco-Friendly & biodegradable
• Safe to use and store: No safety equipment or preparation required
• Certified safe: Lab-tested and approved by TUV Sud and UNICAMP
• Manufacturer approved: Approved for use by leading PV manufacturers
SmartShield boosts yield & revenue
Repellence is the key to a brighter return!
Soiling rates vary by site, with industry benchmarks for annual soiling losses in typical environments ranging from 5% to 50% - or even higher in extreme cases!
Lavee Solar’s SmartShield technology not only cleans panels but actively repels dirt and water, reducing soiling and improving energy yield by up to 30%
Gains depend on environmental conditions and soiling levels, with typical annual gains of 5–15%, and up to 30% in heavy soiling environments.
Keeping clean keeps you generating...
After cleaning with Lavee Solar, panels benefit from lasting protection that keeps them cleaner for longer.
Tests show that panels treated with Lavee Solar consistently generate more energy compared to untreated panels, thanks to reduced soiling and improved efficiency.
Not cleaning vs Water vs Lavee Solar
Scenario 1 - No cleaning (grey line) - If panels are not cleaned, dirt builds up gradually over time due to compound soiling.
Scenario 2 - Water (blue line) - Cleaning periodically with water does restore panel efficiency temporarily, but soiling starts to build up naturally again over time.
Scenario 3 - Lavee Solar (orange line) - After cleaning, SmartShield protects the panels meaning that soiling build up is much slower. Panels cleaned with Lavee Solar stay cleaner for longer, minimising soiling losses.
Harness the shield, boost the yield
With Lavee Solar, the economics are simple - a small investment delivers a big return.
For example, even in a lower irradiance region like the UK, for just £0.42–£0.72 per panel, reducing soiling by only 5% can deliver a 5-9 times return on your spend – or more!
Wherever you are, the principle holds - spend a little, gain a lot.
If you’re not cleaning, you’re losing money.
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Operational process
Equipment needed for manual cleaning
Simple 3-step manual process
STEP 1 - 'SPRAY'
Spray 50ml of Lavee Solar onto the panel.
STEP 2 - 'SPREAD'
Using the glass cleaning sponge/pad, spread Lavee Solar across the entire panel using straight, up and down strokes. This binds Lavee Solar with the soiling/dirt.
STEP 3 - 'SQUEEGEE'
Using the glass squeegee, start at the top of the panel and remove the Lavee Solar/dirt mixture using straight downward strokes.
For optimal performance including recommended working practices, FAQ's, and hints & tips, please read our downloadable user guide for more information.
Semi & fully automated cleaning
Flexibility & compatibility
Lavee Solar can be used with all application methods – manual, semi-automated (e.g. rotary brushes, air spray systems) and fully automated processes (e.g. cleaning robots).
As there are many variations and types, please talk to us about your automation requirements.
Approvals & certifications
Manufacturer approvals
More to follow...
Lavee Solar is working closely with an ever increasing list of the world's largest PV panel manufacturers.
Certifications
Recognised excellence in solar panel care
An investment into any solar installation is financially significant, not just for the initial outlay but for the entirety of the project life.
Most of the top panel manufacturers offer warranties from 15 to 30 years, meaning that due consideration must be taken to maintain longevity of hardware.
At Lavee Solar, we understand the importance of protecting your hardware, and consequently maximising the potential to generate energy and revenue.
Manufacturers strongly advise not to risk cleaning panels with unknown and untested detergents.
Our product was specifically designed with safety in mind, not only to protect the environment and the person doing the maintaining/cleaning, but to safely clean and sanitise every physical aspect of the installation (glass, seals, surrounds, etc).
Lavee Solar is proudly certified by TUV Sud, and UNICAMP as a trusted and safe product to use. It is also approved for use on all parts of the panels by many of the leading panel manufacturers.
Using Lavee Solar to clean and protect panels, you can be confident that your investment is safeguarded with the best possible care.
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