- TG hylift has a new cleaning robot for floating solar PV installations.
- The robot is powered by built-in lithium-ion batteries and can be remotely operated within a range of 100 metres.
- The robot will enable the design of large continuous arrays with a maximum surface area for energy production.
Spanish engineering company and floating PV modules producer Isigenere has tested a new cleaning robot on its 500KW floating installation in Spain. The modular robot is produced by German company TG hylift and uses only water without any detergent or chemical additives to clean the panels. According to TG hylift, the robot can utilise rainwater, tap water, recycled water, and all kinds of water preparation systems.
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The robot is powered by built-in lithium-ion batteries and can be remotely operated with a range of 100 metres. Large wheels make it easy for the robot to move between modules without much disturbance. The robot is ideal for floating designs where there are no maintenance walkways between rows. It also allows for the deployment of PV panels in large continuous arrays. Other robot features include an edge detection system and an adaptive cleaning brush with a width of 1100 mm. The robot can also be used in inclined installations, according to the manufacturer.