Transport: trucks, buses, fleet

Transport: trucks, buses, fleet

Energy for vehicles on the move and during a stop — more autonomy, less costs

CIGS panels are ideal for heavy duty and vehicle fleets. Ultra-light construction, vibration resistance, non-invasive installation and stable energy production allow solar systems to efficiently support the operation of vehicles both on the road and at the bus stop. The panels can be installed on the roofs of cars, cold storage units, minibuses and tourist buses, as well as courier and service fleets.

TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS

Power supply for onboard and refrigeration systems

CIGS panels provide power for key devices operating during driving and short stops:

  • refrigeration and isothermal units,
  • parking air conditioning and ventilation,
  • tachografy, GPS, telematyka, monitoring,
  • LED interior lighting and electronics,
  • auxiliary devices that require constant power supply.

Solar systems unload the generator and batteries, which significantly extends their service life and stability.

Technical integration:
The panels work with MPPT regulators, DC chargers, and 12V and 24V installations, so they can be used in almost any type of truck.

 

Limiting the operation of the engine and aggregates-real savings

Energy from the panels reduces the need:

  • engine idling,
  • continuous charging of parking batteries,
  • use of chillers to keep the equipment running.

Effect:

  • less burning,
  • reduced operating costs,
  • slower wear of electrical and mechanical components.

In practice, the panels can reduce fuel consumption by 5–15%, depending on the vehicle's operating profile and climatic conditions.

 

Reduction of CO emissions and support for ESG goals

Each kilowatt-hour derived from PV:

  • limits diesel fuel consumption,
  • reduces CO emissions and noₓ,
  • This makes it easier for companies to comply with environmental standards (ESG, CSRD).

Fleets that use solar roofs can report a real reduction in their carbon footprint — without the need to replace vehicles with electric ones.

 

Work in extreme traffic conditions

CIGS was designed to work in heavy road conditions:

  • resistance to vibration, shock, loads and operation in motion,
  • no glass = no risk of cracks and delamination on uneven surfaces,
  • hail resistance up to 182 km / h and snow load 5400 pa,
  • effective work from -40°C to + 85°C.

Thanks to its flexible design, the panels adapt to the slight curves of the roofs of semi-trailers and buses.

 

Installation without drilling-safe for any vehicle

  • Technology „peel & stick” allows installation on adhesive tapes without interfering with the skin.
  • The absence of drilling eliminates the risk of leaks and corrosion.
  • Low weight (2-3 kg / m2) it does not affect the load capacity or stability of the vehicle.
  • The installation can be completed in a few hours-without the need to immobilize the car for several days.

 

The perfect solution for professional transport

CIGS panels are the perfect choice for:

  • fleets of shooting ranges and refrigerated semi-trailers,
  • minibuses and couriers,
  • tourist buses and intercity carriers,
  • service vehicles and mobile service points,
  • transport companies seeking to reduce fuel costs and emissions.

The system can be integrated into telematics platforms, which allows you to monitor energy production and consumption of receivers in real time.

Installation without ballast and perforation-structural safety

  • Ideal for roofing made of paper, tin, steel, aluminum, sandwich panels and PVC/TPO membranes.
  • No perforation = no risk of leaks, corrosion of roofing elements, or loss of the coating manufacturer's warranty.
  • The absence of ballasts eliminates additional loads, which in classic installations can be 50-70 kg / m2.
  • Installation is fast, clean, and possible even on working sites without disrupting their functioning.