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5 days ago
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- Business Wire
Silfab Solar Earns 'Top Performer' Status in the 2025 PV Module Reliability Scorecard From Kiwa PVEL
BURLINGTON, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--, North America's leading PV module manufacturer, is proud to announce it has once again earned a Top Performer status for its Silfab Commercial series of PV modules including SIL 530XM and SIL 580XM+. This rating is based on the rigorous Kiwa PV Evolution Labs (PVEL) product qualification testing program. 'Silfab Solar continues to deploy new and strategically important technologies while adhering to our own stringent quality control standards, resulting in PV modules that provide customers with superior and sustained power performance, and incredible durability and reliability,' said Paolo Maccario, Silfab President and CEO. 'I wish to thank our incredible team at Silfab for their dedication and commitment to place Silfab as the best made-in-America PV module manufacturer.' Kiwa PVEL, a global solar energy certification agency, evaluates the reliability of solar modules and is the industry's most sought-after designation due to its rigorous evaluation of stress tests and climate simulations to rate durability and efficiency retention. 2025 marks the seventh year Silfab has been awarded by the internationally recognized independent testing authority. As the only North American-owned company manufacturing in the U.S., this recognition further solidifies Silfab as one of the most trusted and reliable solar module manufacturers for commercial and residential uses. 'Silfab's test results for performance and reliability have earned them Top Performer status for the seventh year, underlining the company's commitment to manufacturing and product quality under our rigorous PQP requirements,' said Tristan Erion-Lorico, Vice president of Sales and Marketing at Kiwa PVEL. 'We congratulate them on being a U.S. manufacturer consistently included on our Scorecard.' In 2024, Silfab earned a Top Performer rating for its Elite series of panels. Details for Silfab panels that earned this year's ranking will be included in the Kiwa PVEL's full 2025 report released today. This year's award comes as Silfab is set to expand its leadership position in USA-made PV module production by adding domestic solar cell manufacturing. For more information about Silfab's superior solar products, visit: About Silfab Solar Silfab Solar is the North American leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-efficiency, premium quality PV modules. Silfab leverages more than 40 years of solar experience and best-in-class technologies to produce the highest-rated solar modules. Silfab has operations in Burlington, Washington; Toronto, Canada; and will soon be manufacturing solar cells and PV modules in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Each operating facility features multiple automated production lines, an ISO 9001:2015-accredited Quality Management System, and just-in-time manufacturing to deliver BABA approved PV modules specifically designed for and dedicated to the North American market.
Malaysian Reserve
5 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Kiwa PVEL Releases 11th Edition of the PV Module Reliability Scorecard
The total number of Top Performers remains steady, but failures have increased NAPA, Calif., June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kiwa PVEL, the independent lab for quality and reliability testing of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, today announced the publication of its 11th annual PV Module Reliability Scorecard. This digital resource provides solar industry stakeholders with testing insights gained from Kiwa PVEL's flagship Product Qualification Program (PQP). The PQP is a comprehensive suite of extended reliability and performance tests that evaluate solar modules under a wide range of environmental and mechanical conditions—including the effects of extreme temperatures and high humidity, as well as the impacts of mechanical stress, hail and ultraviolet light. In the 11th edition, Kiwa PVEL names a total of 50 manufacturers as 'Top Performers' in one or more of the tests, with nine manufacturers named as Top Performers with at least one model type listed in each of the seven test categories. Other Key Highlights from the 2025 Scorecard include: Only 21 model types achieved Top Performer status in all reliability tests (TC, DH, MSS, HSS, PID and LID+LETID), and of those, only three models were also Top Performers in PAN. There are mixed results across PQP tests, with some improving and others trending down. The PID and PAN results improved, but the module breakage rate for MSS and HSS has increased. Likewise, UVID results are starting to improve, but are still a source of concern for some. 83% of module manufacturers had at least one test failure, up from 66% reported in the 2024 Scorecard, which at the time was the highest percentage ever reported. 'The rapid pace of innovation in the PV module landscape is encouraging, and it's great to see more products achieving Top Performer status,' said Tristan Erion-Lorico, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Kiwa PVEL. 'However, we continue to caution buyers not to assume all modules are created equal. Our testing continues to uncover significant variability in performance and long-term reliability. The Scorecard remains an essential tool for navigating these differences, helping procurement teams make smart, risk-conscious decisions.' The complete 2025 PV Module Reliability Scorecard is available online at Using the Top Performers tool allows users to explore detailed test results, filter by manufacturer, module type, and test category, and download custom search results for further analysis. 'Our 2025 Scorecard reveals both the progress and the challenges that come with a dynamic PV module market,' commented Kevin Gibson, Managing Director of Kiwa PVEL. 'For over a decade, we've rigorously tested modules to uncover reliability and performance trends, and this year was no exception. While not every test result exceeded our expectations, many did—demonstrating resilience and excellence in an evolving industry.' To be eligible for the 2025 Scorecard, manufacturers must have completed the PQP sample production factory witness after October 1, 2023, and submitted at least two factory-witnessed PV module samples to all PQP reliability tests, as per Kiwa PVEL's BOM test requirements. Visit the Scorecard online at About Kiwa PVELKiwa PVEL is the leading reliability and performance testing lab for downstream solar project developers, financiers, and asset owners around the world. As part of the larger Kiwa Group, Kiwa PVEL's integrated services for the solar supply chain offer technical solutions for mitigating risk, optimizing financing and improving solar and energy storage systems performance throughout the project lifecycle. For over a decade, Kiwa PVEL's Product Qualification Program (PQP) has been globally recognized for replacing assumptions about PV module performance with quantifiable metrics. Related data and consulting services offered by Kiwa PVEL provide vital procurement intelligence to a network of downstream solar buyers. Visit and to learn more. Logo – – View original content:
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Kiwa PVEL Releases 11th Edition of the PV Module Reliability Scorecard
The total number of Top Performers remains steady, but failures have increased NAPA, Calif., June 4, 2025 /CNW/ -- Kiwa PVEL, the independent lab for quality and reliability testing of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, today announced the publication of its 11th annual PV Module Reliability Scorecard. This digital resource provides solar industry stakeholders with testing insights gained from Kiwa PVEL's flagship Product Qualification Program (PQP). The PQP is a comprehensive suite of extended reliability and performance tests that evaluate solar modules under a wide range of environmental and mechanical conditions—including the effects of extreme temperatures and high humidity, as well as the impacts of mechanical stress, hail and ultraviolet light. In the 11th edition, Kiwa PVEL names a total of 50 manufacturers as "Top Performers" in one or more of the tests, with nine manufacturers named as Top Performers with at least one model type listed in each of the seven test categories. Other Key Highlights from the 2025 Scorecard include: Only 21 model types achieved Top Performer status in all reliability tests (TC, DH, MSS, HSS, PID and LID+LETID), and of those, only three models were also Top Performers in PAN. There are mixed results across PQP tests, with some improving and others trending down. The PID and PAN results improved, but the module breakage rate for MSS and HSS has increased. Likewise, UVID results are starting to improve, but are still a source of concern for some. 83% of module manufacturers had at least one test failure, up from 66% reported in the 2024 Scorecard, which at the time was the highest percentage ever reported. "The rapid pace of innovation in the PV module landscape is encouraging, and it's great to see more products achieving Top Performer status," said Tristan Erion-Lorico, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Kiwa PVEL. "However, we continue to caution buyers not to assume all modules are created equal. Our testing continues to uncover significant variability in performance and long-term reliability. The Scorecard remains an essential tool for navigating these differences, helping procurement teams make smart, risk-conscious decisions." The complete 2025 PV Module Reliability Scorecard is available online at Using the Top Performers tool allows users to explore detailed test results, filter by manufacturer, module type, and test category, and download custom search results for further analysis. "Our 2025 Scorecard reveals both the progress and the challenges that come with a dynamic PV module market," commented Kevin Gibson, Managing Director of Kiwa PVEL. "For over a decade, we've rigorously tested modules to uncover reliability and performance trends, and this year was no exception. While not every test result exceeded our expectations, many did—demonstrating resilience and excellence in an evolving industry." To be eligible for the 2025 Scorecard, manufacturers must have completed the PQP sample production factory witness after October 1, 2023, and submitted at least two factory-witnessed PV module samples to all PQP reliability tests, as per Kiwa PVEL's BOM test requirements. Visit the Scorecard online at About Kiwa PVELKiwa PVEL is the leading reliability and performance testing lab for downstream solar project developers, financiers, and asset owners around the world. As part of the larger Kiwa Group, Kiwa PVEL's integrated services for the solar supply chain offer technical solutions for mitigating risk, optimizing financing and improving solar and energy storage systems performance throughout the project lifecycle. For over a decade, Kiwa PVEL's Product Qualification Program (PQP) has been globally recognized for replacing assumptions about PV module performance with quantifiable metrics. Related data and consulting services offered by Kiwa PVEL provide vital procurement intelligence to a network of downstream solar buyers. Visit and to learn more. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Kiwa PVEL View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
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5 days ago
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- Cision Canada
Kiwa PVEL Releases 11th Edition of the PV Module Reliability Scorecard
The total number of Top Performers remains steady, but failures have increased NAPA, Calif., June 4, 2025 /CNW/ -- Kiwa PVEL, the independent lab for quality and reliability testing of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, today announced the publication of its 11 th annual PV Module Reliability Scorecard. This digital resource provides solar industry stakeholders with testing insights gained from Kiwa PVEL's flagship Product Qualification Program (PQP). The PQP is a comprehensive suite of extended reliability and performance tests that evaluate solar modules under a wide range of environmental and mechanical conditions—including the effects of extreme temperatures and high humidity, as well as the impacts of mechanical stress, hail and ultraviolet light. In the 11th edition, Kiwa PVEL names a total of 50 manufacturers as "Top Performers" in one or more of the tests, with nine manufacturers named as Top Performers with at least one model type listed in each of the seven test categories. Other Key Highlights from the 2025 Scorecard include: Only 21 model types achieved Top Performer status in all reliability tests (TC, DH, MSS, HSS, PID and LID+LETID), and of those, only three models were also Top Performers in PAN. There are mixed results across PQP tests, with some improving and others trending down. The PID and PAN results improved, but the module breakage rate for MSS and HSS has increased. Likewise, UVID results are starting to improve, but are still a source of concern for some. 83% of module manufacturers had at least one test failure, up from 66% reported in the 2024 Scorecard, which at the time was the highest percentage ever reported. "The rapid pace of innovation in the PV module landscape is encouraging, and it's great to see more products achieving Top Performer status," said Tristan Erion-Lorico, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Kiwa PVEL. "However, we continue to caution buyers not to assume all modules are created equal. Our testing continues to uncover significant variability in performance and long-term reliability. The Scorecard remains an essential tool for navigating these differences, helping procurement teams make smart, risk-conscious decisions." The complete 2025 PV Module Reliability Scorecard is available online at Using the Top Performers tool allows users to explore detailed test results, filter by manufacturer, module type, and test category, and download custom search results for further analysis. "Our 2025 Scorecard reveals both the progress and the challenges that come with a dynamic PV module market," commented Kevin Gibson, Managing Director of Kiwa PVEL. "For over a decade, we've rigorously tested modules to uncover reliability and performance trends, and this year was no exception. While not every test result exceeded our expectations, many did—demonstrating resilience and excellence in an evolving industry." To be eligible for the 2025 Scorecard, manufacturers must have completed the PQP sample production factory witness after October 1, 2023, and submitted at least two factory-witnessed PV module samples to all PQP reliability tests, as per Kiwa PVEL's BOM test requirements. Visit the Scorecard online at About Kiwa PVEL Kiwa PVEL is the leading reliability and performance testing lab for downstream solar project developers, financiers, and asset owners around the world. As part of the larger Kiwa Group, Kiwa PVEL's integrated services for the solar supply chain offer technical solutions for mitigating risk, optimizing financing and improving solar and energy storage systems performance throughout the project lifecycle. For over a decade, Kiwa PVEL's Product Qualification Program (PQP) has been globally recognized for replacing assumptions about PV module performance with quantifiable metrics. Related data and consulting services offered by Kiwa PVEL provide vital procurement intelligence to a network of downstream solar buyers. Visit and to learn more.
