FACADE SOLAR PANELS
SMARTCON · ISRAEL — AUTHORISED AUSTRALIAN DISTRIBUTOR
Cladding Australia Suppliers partners with global innovators like Smartcon to deliver fully integrated, energy-generating facades. High-efficiency solar cells hidden within premium architectural glass—engineered for the next generation of carbon-neutral infrastructure.
BIPV: THE FUTURE OF FACADE ENGINEERING
ABOUT THIS MATERIAL
WHY FACEDE SOLAR FOR CLADDING?
Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) represent the next evolution in high-performance building envelopes. By replacing traditional cladding materials with energy-generating glass, architects can transform vertical surfaces into active power plants without compromising the structural or aesthetic integrity of the design
“Energy-neutral architecture is no longer a goal for the future—it is a functional requirement for the modern building envelope.”
Unlike traditional rooftop solar, our BIPV systems are fully integrated into the building’s curtain wall or facade. These are not bolt-on panels; they are high-efficiency architectural glass units that serve as the primary weather barrier while simultaneously generating clean, renewable energy to power the building’s internal systems.
Active Energy Production
Transform the building envelope into a vertical power plant. High-efficiency PV cells generate clean electricity to power internal systems or feed back into the grid.
Architectural Aesthetics
Advanced digital glass printing hides the solar technology behind an unlimited palette of colours and textures, matching any high-end facade design.
Thermal Performance
Integrated Low-E coatings and double-skin air gaps block solar radiation, significantly reducing building cooling costs while generating power.
Carbon Neutrality
Directly contributes to LEED, BREEAM, and Green Star certifications by reducing operational carbon footprints and reliance on fossil fuel energy.
Unitised Integration
Specifically engineered for unitised curtain wall systems. Ready-to-install modules that replace traditional glazing without increasing on-site complexity.
Extreme Durability
Manufactured with architectural-grade tempered glass and industrial encapsulation, ensuring a 25+ year energy-generating lifespan in any climate.
APPLICATIONS
WHO USES IT & HOW
ARCHITECTS
Incorporate energy generation into the design phase without compromising aesthetics. Custom colours and textures for seamless facade integration.
FACADE ENGINEERS
Advanced BIPV systems engineered to meet strict structural, thermal, and acoustic performance requirements for modern building envelopes.
TIER 1 BUILDERS
Deliver future-proof, carbon-neutral infrastructure. Unitised modules designed for rapid installation on large-scale commercial developments.
SUSTAINABILITY CONSULTANTS
Directly achieve Green Star, NABERS, and LEED targets by transforming passive surfaces into active renewable energy assets.
CURTAIN WALL FABRICATORS
Specialised PV glass units designed to fit standard aluminium framing systems and unitised curtain wall assemblies.
PROPERTY DEVELOPERS
Increase asset value and reduce operational costs. Turn necessary facade cladding into a long-term revenue-generating energy asset.
ENGINEERIN DATE SHEET
BIPV TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
| Core Specification | Crystalline Silicon | CIGS (Thin Film) | Semi-Transparent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Efficiency | Up to 22.5% | 12.0% – 14.0% | 3.0% – 5.0% |
| Visual Appearance | Grid-pattern cells | Uniform / Matte finish | Transparency up to 30% |
| Max Dimensions | 2000mm × 4000mm | 1200mm × 3600mm | Custom to Project |
| Primary Application | Opaque Spandrels | Architectural Facades | Vision Glass / Louvres |
| Yearly Yield (Avg) | 180–240 kWh/sqm | 130–160 kWh/sqm | 25–45 kWh/sqm |
*Data based on North-facing vertical installation for Australian conditions. Custom structural engineering avaliable for all AS/NZS wind loads.
OUR PROCESS
The 3-Step Project
From initial yield analysis to final commissioning, we manage the technical integration of BIPV into your building envelope.
Feasibility & Yield Analysis
We begin with a comprehensive study of the building’s orientation and potential overshadowing. Using advanced simulation software, we provide a predicted energy harvest report to validate the project’s ROI and sustainability targets.
Technical Design & Engineering
Our engineering team customises the electrical ‘Balance of System’. We ensure the PV modules are seamlessly integrated into the unitised curtain wall or facade system, meeting all AS/NZS structural and electrical compliance standards.
Precision Supply & Commissioning
Custom modules are manufactured and delivered to site, ready for rapid installation. We provide technical oversight during the mounting process and coordinate the final electrical connection to the building’s power grid.
Campus Amot Givatayim
The Integration of Active Energy Assets
A benchmark for modern commercial developments, Campus Amot demonstrates the seamless transition from passive cladding to active energy-generating facades.
By integrating BIPV technology directly into the building’s unitised curtain wall, the project achieves significant sustainability targets without compromising the sleek, high-end architectural aesthetic required for Tier 1 commercial real estate.
ABOUT THE MANUFACTURER
ABOUT SMARTCON
Smartcon is an Israeli company specialising in BIPV facade systems — Building Integrated Photovoltaics that connect solar technology to facade engineering. Based in Tel Aviv, Smartcon develops innovative renewable energy facade solutions for commercial and architectural projects worldwide.
Their BIPV technology uses customised glass-glass modules with PV cells placed between layers, allowing a wide range of architectural appearances and effects using advanced technologies across all colours and patterns. The result is maximum architectural flexibility while hiding the PV cells entirely.
Cladding Australia is an authorised supplier of SMARTCON SOLAR in Australia and New Zealand.
- info@claddingau.com.au
- +61 423 692 946
- Campbellfield VIC 3061
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