Spire Corp. (Bedford, MA), which provides products and services based upon a common technology platform to the solar energy and biomedical industries, announced that its Spire Solar Chicago unit has introduced a clear back-sheet version of its 75W photovoltaic panel. The clear back sheet allows light to pass translucently through the rows of cells, adding a new dimension of style to the modules and their design applications.
The modules recently passed rigorous environmental and safety testing by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and Arizona State University's Photovoltaic Test Laboratory. In addition to obtaining UL listing, the modules were also qualified to international stability and performance standards, successfully passing IEC 61215 testing. The clear modules will be featured on two new construction developments in Chicago; Sheffield Green Condominiums in Lakeview and Bethel New Life's Lake Pulaski Commercial Center on the City's West Side.
