Quantum’s solar modules have been tested under the California Energy Commission (CEC) guidelines and subsequently listed as eligible PV modules under the California solar initiative programme for state rebates.
Quantum’s German affiliate Asola manufactures solar modules that incorporate crystalline silicon technologies as per European standards. The Asola solar modules are labeled with the CE mark, certifying that the products meet the requirements of European IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 standards. Together with Quantum’s certifications to UL 1703 (US) and ULC ORD C1703 (Canada), the Quantum-Asola product-line certifications provide safety as well as performance conformity, the company said.
Alan Niedzwiecki, president and CEO of Quantum, said: “Quantum has a strong background in testing, validation and implementing process control systems to ensure highest quality products. The UL certification is an important milestone that opens the North American market for us. We are excited to be qualified by the California energy commission for rebates, just as demand has accelerated for high quality solar modules.”
Quantum’s solar modules are slated for mass production in a facility planned for Irvine, California, with an expected annual capacity of 45MW. Quantum has entered into a professional services agreement with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) as a qualified supplier eligible to bid for competitive procurement of up to 200MW of solar power projects, as part of the mandated Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) programme, with a budget of $455m over three years.
