Service Portfolio

Service, Tests, and Certification

July 28, 2011

TÜV SÜD offers a full portfolio of photovoltaics (PV) services. The services offered by the third-party PV experts target manufacturers, investors, importers, and installers, including the testing and certification of PV installations, PV modules, and PV components in accordance with national and international standards and directives.

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The portfolio is completed by cost-benefit, site, and environmental impact analyses, supplier evaluation, servicing and maintenance plans, and initial and further training offers. By testing and certifying modules and components in accordance with the applicable standards such as those of the UK and North America, the PV experts fa‧cilitate access to the various markets.

However, the organisation’s services in the field of PV are not limited to the testing of plants and components, but extend to consulting and project support from planning to operation. The service offer of the PV specialists also includes supplier evaluation, pre-shipment services, and comparative testing of modules and components.

For a realistic assessment of profitability for investors, TÜV SÜD provides not only site and environmental impact analysis but also consulting services on technical due diligence and bankability. Upon request, the PV experts take over complete quality assurance and control during construction, including assessment of the PV installation in terms of performance and availability and the preparation of servicing and inspection plans. In addition to the above services, the experts also test safety-related functions and assess potential disruptions to operation, thus enabling investors to ensure that their investments are secure.

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