Thornova Solar aims for U.S. module supply with Indonesia facility
In response to U.S. tariffs placed on solar modules imported from Southeast Asia, Thornova Solar has started up solar PV manufacturing on the island of Batam in Indonesia. Thornova Sola customers in the U.S. market will be served by two lines with a name plate capacity of 2.5 GW each.
“The U.S. is an important market in the global solar industry. Ensuring sufficient production capacity to meet the increasing demand for our modules is essential,” Thornova stated in the press release. “his facility in Indonesia is just the first step in our broader strategy to provide high-quality solar solutions. We are committed to meeting the needs of both the U.S. and global markets.”
U.S. module supply
Thornova Solar began commissioning in September, but is now ready to meet customer demand for advanced solar technology, and the company indicates this is only the first step. Thornova is pursuing capacity additions in the United States as well.
Thornova Solar PV production
The facility is equipped with fully automated technology including the 5G-AGV (automated guided vehicles) based transport system of mobile robots. Paired with the fifth-generation mobile network, the performance and efficiency of the AGVs used to transport materials inside Thornova Solar’s new factory are further enhanced.
Thornova Solar modules
This advanced manufacturing process enables the production of solar modules with a range of specifications. From 400 Watt modules with an aesthetically pleasing all-black design for the residential market to 720 Watt modules for large-scale, ground-mounted utility projects, Thornova Solar’s modules cater to diverse market needs. These modules are produced using both PERC and N-type technologies, ensuring high-quality performance and efficiency across a wide range of solar applications.
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