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- R&D | SINN Power
Research and Development Research and development are the foundations of SINN Power’s technological innovations. Since the company was founded, we have continuously worked on new solutions in the field of renewable energy. The following timeline shows selected milestones in our technological development. 2014 2014: Funding through EXIST Research Transfer The technological development of the “SINN Power Wave Technology” was already supported before the founding of SINN Power GmbH through the EXIST Research Transfer program. 2014: Founding of SINN Power SINN Power GmbH was founded in 2014 based on the doctoral dissertation and the patented inventions of Dr. Philipp Sinn. 2014: Development of the Linear Generator In cooperation with the CUTEC Institute, SINN Power began revising and further developing the linear generator for the wave power plant modules. 2014: Participation in the 6th Energy Research Programme The development of the wave power plant modules was funded under the 6th Energy Research Programme of the German Federal Government (6th EFP). Wave channel test in the wave channel of LABIMA 2016 2016: First Prototype, WEC, Heraklion, Greece As part of the ongoing technological development, the first full-scale prototype of a wave energy converter module (WEC) was put into operation in Heraklion, Greece. The system was installed and tested in the sea at the harbor wall of Heraklion. Rendering of the Powertrain 3.4 2018 2018: Second Prototype, WEC, Heraklion, Greece Two second-generation wave energy converter modules were installed at the harbor wall in Heraklion, Greece. The use of aluminum ensures high corrosion resistance of the modules in the marine environment. 2018: Greentec Awards in Munich On May 13, 2018, SINN Power was selected among the Top 10 at the Greentec Awards in Munich. 2018: Second Wave Flume Test, Hanover, Germany To develop and optimize a mooring system, Leibniz University Hannover conducted investigations on behalf of SINN Power in the wave basin of the Ludwig Franzius Institute regarding the anchoring of the wave power plant. Wave Energy Converter (WEC) of the third and fourth prototype generation 2020 2020: First Prototype of the Ocean Hybrid Platform (OHP) The first prototype of the floating Ocean Hybrid Platform (OHP) was built and launched as part of the THOR project (Test-site Heraklion for Oncoming Renewables). THOR includes an OHP with 192 photovoltaic modules (75 kWp), a container on the harbor wall with PV modules (5 kWp), and a small wind turbine on the harbor wall (3.5 kWp), integrated into a ModTroniX smart grid. 2020: First Revision of ModTroniX The first revision of the ModTroniX components was assembled and successfully integrated into the smart grid at the harbor wall of Heraklion. ModTroniX system of the second generation 2022 2022: Research and Concept Development of the SKipp Technology As part of research and testing projects, SINN Power investigated the challenges of conventional photovoltaic systems, particularly those caused by wind loads as well as snow and ice loads. Based on these findings, the company developed a new concept for vertically tiltable photovoltaic modules, which later became the foundation of the SKipp product family. SKipp photovoltaic system for agricultural use (Agri-PV) 2024 2024: Further Development of SOcean / OHP - Heraklion, Greece Within the framework of the 7th EFP, the OHP, also called SOcean, is being further optimized. The focus was on improving energy generation from wave power as well as the final development of the generators. 2024: Kick-off for Vertical Floating PV Bavaria's Minister of Economic Affairs, Hubert Aiwanger, gave the go-ahead for the world's first floating photovoltaic system with vertical PV modules that can deflect under wind load, from the SKipp family. The system is being installed in a gravel plant in Gilching (Germany). 2024: Award "Shaper in the Energy Transition Team Bavaria" The project for installing photovoltaic modules in a gravel plant in Gilching was recognized by Bavaria's Minister of Economic Affairs, Hubert Aiwanger, as a contribution to the energy transition and honored as a "Shaper in the Energy Transition Team Bavaria." 2024: Further Development of Photovoltaic Solutions SINN Power further developed its photovoltaic technologies and worked on new applications for industrial infrastructure. This included, among other things, the customized development of PV solutions for conveyor systems in order to make previously unused areas usable for sustainable energy production. World's first vertically floating PV system Dr. Markus Söder, Minister-President of Bavaria, and Dr. Philipp Sinn at the opening of the world’s first vertically floating PV system. 2026 2026: Continuous Development SINN Power continuously examines and researches new application possibilities for its technologies. These include potential fields of use for the SOcean platform, such as sustainable power supply for aquaculture as well as for integrated monitoring and measurement technologies. In addition, autonomous platform solutions for future energy and infrastructure concepts are being explored. Dr. Philipp Sinn - Founder of SINN Power 2015 2015: First Wave Flume Test, Florence, Italy The first wave channel test of the technology was carried out in Florence, Italy. A 1:18.5 scale model of the point absorber and the network system was tested in the wave channel of LABIMA (Laboratorio di Ingegneria Marittima) in cooperation with the University of Florence. First prototype of a Wave Energy Converter (WEC) 2017 2017: Powertrain 3.4 After the continuous development of the linear generator, the Powertrain 3.4 - a compact unit consisting of an electric machine and generator electronics - was used in the wave power plant module of the pilot project in Heraklion. Wave channel test of the anchoring system, Hanover Wave Energy Converter (WEC) of the second generation 2019 2019: Third Prototype (WEC), Heraklion, Greece By optimizing the tension-compression concept of the patented support structure - which later became the foundation of the floating structure of the OHP - as well as redesigning and increasing the buoyancy of the floater, the wave energy converter module was further developed to the technical standard of the third generation. Two modules of this generation were installed and have been tested ever since. 2019: Fourth Prototype (WEC), Heraklion, Greece In addition, two fourth-generation prototype wave energy converter modules made of HDPE material were built and deployed in test operation. 2019: Kick-off MTX The test results of the power electronics were incorporated into the fourth generation of the powertrain. At the same time, the development of additional electronic components began, expanding the energy utilization system at the harbor wall of Heraklion into a smart grid system. First prototype of the Ocean Hybrid Platform (OHP) in the water THOR test site with OHP, PV modules, and small wind turbine 2021 2021: Second Generation of ModTroniX Through functional tests of the ModTroniX components in Heraklion and long-term tests in Gauting, the system was further developed and improved. Based on these results, the second generation of the ModTroniX technology was created. 2021: S-Grid Certification The smart grid system, which intelligently connects and controls various energy sources and storage systems, was successfully certified. SKipp Float: Floating photovoltaic system with vertical SKipp modules on a water surface 2023 2023: Market Launch of the SKipp Family SINN Power launched the SKipp product family on the market. The patented tiltable photovoltaic modules enable the flexible and efficient use of rooftop and ground-mounted systems. 2023: Participation in the 7th Energy Research Programme In 2023, SINN Power received funding under the German Federal Government’s 7th Energy Research Programme (7th EFP) to support further research and development activities in the field of energy generation from marine energy. Further development OHP, Heraklion, Greece Starting signal for the floating PV project at the Gilching gravel plant by Bavaria's Minister of Economic Affairs Hubert Aiwanger Further development of photovoltaic technology - conveyor system 2025 2025: World's first vertically floating PV system SINN Power inaugurates the world's first vertically floating photovoltaic system together with the Bavarian Prime Minister Dr. Markus Söder. The system is based on the patented SKipp technology, in which photovoltaic modules are installed vertically and in an east-west orientation. In contrast to conventional floating PV systems, this concept allows for more efficient use of space as well as reduced stress from wind, snow, and ice. With an installed capacity of 1.87 MW and an expected annual electricity production of around 2 GWh, the system represents an important technological milestone. At the same time, the system covers only 4.65% of the water surface, significantly below the 15% limit specified in the Water Resources Act, thereby minimizing ecological impacts on the water body. Concept of a potential aquaculture facility based on the SINN Power SOcean Concept of a potential autonomous platform for supplying a port with electricity through the OHP
- Gründungsgeschichte | SINNPower
Unsere Gründungsgeschichte – von der Vision zur Realität. How it all began: The vision that drives us. Dr. Ing. Philipp Sinn is the visionary founder and managing director of SINNPower, a general contractor that develops innovative technologies for the use of renewable energies and combines German precision with future-oriented thinking. With his in-depth technical know-how and a clear focus on sustainability, he has turned his company into an international player that combines economic efficiency and ecological responsibility. Under his leadership, groundbreaking technologies "Made in Germany" are created that set new standards in the energy industry worldwide. Philipp Sinn embodies the vision of a future in which innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. 2014 founding of SINNPower GmbH Gauting, Germany 2015 first wave channel test Florence, Italy 2017 Funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection Powertrain 3.0 Gauting, DEU 2019 Supplying the small wind industry with power electronics Gauting, DEU prototype 2.5 and 3.0 Iraklio, GRC 2016 1:1 scale prototype Iraklio, GRC 2018 Schweizer Kapital AG financing round 4.7M Euro Munich, DEU Prototype 2.0 Iraklio, GRC 2020 Ocean I Start of system testing in Heraklion, GRC 2022 market launch of the SLake 2023 market launch of the SKipp product family Construction of the first conveyor belt PV roofing 2024 10 years of SINNPower Minister Aiwanger gives the starting signal for the first floating PV on a sewage pond, DEU 1.8 M4p Floating PV for a gravel plant Gilching, DEU 2022 market launch of the SLake "I realized early on how crucial renewable energies are for our future. With SINNPower, I wanted to create a platform that combines innovation and sustainability – with solutions that are not only technically advanced but also globally accessible. My vision is a world in which renewable energy can be used everywhere, regardless of geographical or economic barriers. I am driven to develop technologies that have the potential to revolutionize energy supply. My greatest focus is on giving our customers the opportunity to become independent of fossil fuels or centralized energy systems. As a technology company based in Germany, SINNPower combines German engineering with global responsibility. For me, SINNPower is more than a company - it is my personal contribution to a better, more environmentally friendly world." Dr. Ing. Philipp Sinn VISION
- Datenschutz | SINN Power
Die Datenschutzrichtlinie von SINNPower erläutert, wie wir personenbezogene Daten erheben, verwenden und schützen, um Ihre Privatsphäre zu gewährleisten. Erfahren Sie mehr über Ihre Rechte und unsere Maßnahmen zum Datenschutz. Data Protection General Privacy Notice of SINN Power GmbH (As of May 2023) In the course of contract processing, personal data is collected, processed, and used. The protection of your personal data is very important to us. We therefore process your data exclusively in accordance with data protection regulations. 1. Data Controller The data controller for the processing described in this privacy notice within the meaning of Art. 4 No. 7 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; hereinafter, references to “Art.” without a legal citation refer to the GDPR) is: SINN Power GmbH Germeringer Str. 9, 82131 Gauting, Germany 2. Types of Personal Data As part of contract processing, we collect and process the following personal data: Master and contact data (name, first name, address, e-mail address, telephone number) Contract processing data, such as contract number, contract details, payment information, bank details, delivery location, and delivery time 3. Purpose and Legal Basis of Processing We process your personal data for the following purposes: Fulfillment of the contract Implementation of pre-contractual measures Compliance with legal obligations Protection of legitimate interests The processing of your personal data is generally based on Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR for the performance of a contract, Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR for the protection of legitimate interests, and Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR for compliance with legal obligations. In individual cases, it may also be based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR for the protection of our legitimate interests. 4. Disclosure of Personal Data In the course of contract processing, your personal data may be disclosed to third parties if necessary for the fulfillment of the contract. This may include service providers engaged to handle the contract. Any processors are bound by Art. 28 GDPR. No transfer of personal data to third countries takes place. 5. Retention Period We store your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the contract or as required by statutory retention periods. 6. Data Subject Rights According to Art. 15 GDPR, you have the right to obtain information about the personal data stored about you, including any recipients and planned storage period. If incorrect personal data is processed, you have the right to request correction under Art. 16 GDPR. If the legal requirements are met, you may also request deletion or restriction of processing and object to the processing (Art. 17, 18, and 21 GDPR). If you believe that the processing of your personal data violates data protection law, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority under Art. 77(1) GDPR.
- Unsere Vision | SINNPower
Unsere Vision – nachhaltige Innovationen für eine lebenswerte Zukunft. We believe that a decentralized and sustainable energy supply is the key to a future-proof, livable and independent world. Together with our customers, we focus on tailor-made solutions that protect the planet, ensure long-term success and create energy independence. VISION SINNPower stands for a sustainable, independent and future-oriented energy supply. With innovative photovoltaic technologies, we create solutions that bring the environment and the economy into harmony. Our goal is to drive the energy transition and support people around the world in supplying themselves with clean energy independently and sustainably. 40+ team members 5 countries 10+ MWp total commissioned capacity 200+ MWp project pipeline VALUES Innovation Progress through creativity and cutting-edge technologies is at the heart of everything we do. We develop pioneering solutions for a green energy supply. Technological Expertise As a leading technology company, we develop our products ourselves and set new standards in energy generation. Quality From planning to implementation, we guarantee the highest standards that our customers can rely on. Sustainability We rely on environmentally friendly technologies that protect the planet and contribute to the energy transition. Customer Focus Every customer is unique. We offer customized solutions that are perfectly tailored to individual needs and goals. Responsibility We take responsibility – for our environment, our customers and the society in which we live and work. Independence Our projects enable our customers to break away from traditional energy sources and create their own sustainable energy autonomy. Partnership Long-term relationships and trusting exchanges are the basis of our success. We see ourselves as partners on the path to a sustainable future. GLOBAL SINNPower At SinnPower, we combine regional expertise with a global presence. From our headquarters in Gauting near Munich, we operate internationally and have locations and partners in five countries. Through our strong network of scientific, political and economic partnerships, we offer you innovative solutions that set standards worldwide. Whether in Europe, America or Asia - our projects stand for quality, efficiency and sustainability. Visit us in Gauting and become part of our mission to promote renewable energy globally! Contact Foundation History
- Gesteinsabbauende Industrie | SINNPower
Innovative Photovoltaik- Lösungen für die gesteinsabbauende Industrie – effizient und nachhaltig. From Raw Material to Energy Treasure Traditional rock mining and renewable energies can be ideally combined: Our photovoltaic solutions, specially developed for your industry, are among the most economical and cost-effective on the market. Developed by a team of experts for the rock mining industry, we offer you three particularly lucrative and quickly implementable options: 1. Conveyor belt photovoltaics for your infrastructure 2. SKipp Float, the floating photovoltaic system 3. SKipp Land for your free areas 4. Rooftop photovoltaics for your unused roofs 1. Conveyor belt PV The advantages at a glance process-free and immediately implementable extremely high economic efficiency Installation directly on the existing conveyor belt structure Download information sheets here: Förderband-PV 2. SKipp Float The advantages at a glance also suitable for smaller water surfaces, as the 15% rule does not apply here up to 20% higher electricity yield compared to south-facing systems the vertical east-west orientation brings more remuneration through higher feed-in tariffs Download information sheets here: SKipp Float 3. SKipp Land The advantages at a glance no piling necessary: temporary use possible, flexible relocation (also with piling if required) cheapest & most economical solution on the market Download information sheets here: SKipp Land Handbook on photovoltaic systems in the stone and earth industry Brief summary: As part of the energy transition, Germany aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2045. A key component in reaching this goal is the expansion of photovoltaic (PV) systems, which requires the use of previously untapped land potentials to ensure an environmentally and socially sustainable transition. The German stone and earth industry includes around 3,400 companies and produces approximately 560 million tons of primary raw materials annually, such as sand, gravel, and crushed natural stone. Many of these sites offer areas like slopes, conveyor belts, facility roofs, stockpiles, and quarry lakes that are suitable for ground-mounted, floating, or special PV systems. Beyond contributing to climate protection, PV expansion also offers operational benefits. Extraction companies can use their own sites to generate part of their electricity demand. When designing a PV system, company-specific consumption data is used to ensure the system is optimally sized. Typically, PV systems pay for themselves within four to eight years and can lead to significant long-term savings in energy costs. Click here for the manual: BACK TO OVERVIEW Plan your next project with SINN Power! We will be happy to advise you in a personal consultation free of charge and create a tailor-made energy concept for you. Fast & uncomplicated. SINN Power GmbH Germeringer Str. 9 82131 Gauting, Germany +49 (0)89 92566192 contact@sinnpower.com Name Surname Email-address Telephone address Subject Write a message... Send Thank you!
- SOcean | SINN Power
Innovative Special-PV-Technologien für Ihre individuellen Anforderungen. SOcean Goes into the Water On May 19, the long-term test of SINN Power’s SOcean platform will begin in Heraklion, Greece. Following an initial floating test, the complete system will be tested under real offshore conditions for the first time. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy under the 7th Energy Research Programme. Video SOcean Technical overview A Platform for Energy, Infrastructure, and Maritime Applications With SOcean, SINN Power is developing a modular floating offshore platform that combines renewable energy generation and maritime infrastructure in a scalable system. The platform can integrate solar, wind, and wave energy, while also serving as a support system for monitoring, aquafarming, technical installations, or supply solutions - robust, flexible, and designed for demanding conditions at sea. All about our R&D history and vision Designed Modular. Built for Offshore. The system is based on a scalable platform module. Depending on project requirements, SOcean can be equipped with wave energy, photovoltaics, small wind turbines, working areas (for heavy loads) or additional technical components. Thanks to its modular design, the platform is suitable for both pilot projects and larger arrays as well as project-specific special applications. Read more about SOcean technology The Technology The system is based on a scalable platform module. Depending on project requirements, SOcean can be equipped with photovoltaic systems, small wind turbines, wave energy converters, work decks, or additional technical components. Thanks to its modular design, the platform is suitable for both pilot projects and larger arrays, as well as project‑specific special applications. Request datasheet Hybrid Energy & Infrastructure Integration SOcean enables the integration of hybrid energy and infrastructure systems within a modular offshore platform. Up to 40 kWp photovoltaic capacity per platform unit Multi-source energy through integration of small wind turbines and wave energy systems DC / hybrid system architecture Energy storage, monitoring, and communication systems Offshore infrastructure and utility units Applications: island power supply, aquafarming, and autonomous offshore systems Offshore Deployment & R&D Containerized offshore platform with standardized transport, assembly, and maintenance processes for scalable deployment concepts. ISO container-compatible components Standardized installation processes Scalable installation and maintenance Long-term testing in Heraklion within the framework of the 7th Energy Research Program Focus: structural validation, offshore performance, and system integration under real-world conditions Offshore deployment under real operating conditions Offshore Structural System Scalable multi-module arrays Standard module: 12 × 12 × 6 m Designed for wave heights up to approx. 20 m Seawater-resistant aluminum structure Diagonally braced load-bearing system Corrosion-resistant offshore design Segmented buoyancy system Offshore-optimized structural geometry Heavy-duty configurations possible Modular offshore frame structure made of seawater-resistant aluminum components with a diagonally braced load-bearing architecture designed to withstand dynamic wind, wave, and operational loads. Benefits SOcean was specifically developed for real maritime operating conditions. The focus is on scalability, transportability, structural robustness and flexible usage options. Modular and Scalable Individual platform modules can be combined to meet project-specific requirements and expanded into larger units. Designed for Harsh Conditions The platform is engineered for demanding maritime environments and designed to withstand high loads. Hybrid Use Photovoltaic, wind, and wave energy can be combined depending on location and project needs. Transportable The modular design supports transport, installation, and maintenance using standardized processes. Infrastructure Platform SOcean can also serve as a work, monitoring, supply, or aquafarming platform. Fields of Application Open Sea and Offshore Floating platform for energy generation and technical infrastructure at sea. Island Power Supply Autonomous or hybrid energy supply solutions for remote locations and island regions. Aquafarming Carrier system for energy, monitoring, and infrastructure in maritime production environments. Heavy-duty applications Walkable working platform for project-specific loads, technical installations, and maritime infrastructure. From Prototype to Sea Launch All about our R&D history and vision 2014: Funding through EXIST Research Transfer The technological development of the “SINN Power Wave Technology” was already supported before the founding of SINN Power GmbH through the EXIST Research Transfer program. 2014: Founding of SINN Power SINN Power GmbH was founded in 2014 based on the doctoral dissertation and the patented inventions of Dr. Philipp Sinn. 2014: Development of the Linear Generator In cooperation with the CUTEC Institute, SINN Power began revising and further developing the linear generator for the wave power plant modules. 2014: Participation in the 6th Energy Research Programme The development of the wave power plant modules was funded under the 6th Energy Research Programme of the German Federal Government (6th EFP). 12 x 12 m base module 6 m structure height 50 kWp power per platform module 20 m maximum wave height From Prototype to Sea Launch Scientific origin Dissertation & research foundation The technological foundation of today’s SOcean platform originated from the doctoral dissertation of Dr.-Ing. Philipp Sinn. The focus was on wave energy, wave dynamics, load behavior, and the development of robust, modular maritime energy systems. 6th EFP Harbor modules & platform architecture Within the 6th EFP, the research was transferred into an application-oriented system. Modular harbor and platform modules were developed with a focus on transportability, assembly, scalability, and suitability for real maritime operating conditions. 6th Energy Research Programme Harbor modules & platform architecture During the 6th Energy Research Programme, the research was transferred into an application-oriented system. Modular harbor and platform modules were developed, designed to be transportable, easy to assemble, scalable, and suitable for real maritime operating conditions. Floating test as part of the 7th Energy Research Programme Floating test of the PV platform The floating test validated the platform for the first time as a real, integrated system with photovoltaics. Tested aspects included buoyancy, load-bearing structure, PV integration, installation handling, and the platform’s behavior in the water. 7th EFP · Current phase Long-term testing & hybrid SOcean platform In the current 7th Energy Research Programme, the platform is installed at a fixed position and further tested in long-term operation. At the same time, it is being advanced into a hybrid SOcean platform integrating photovoltaics, wave energy, and maritime infrastructure. BACK TO OVERVIEW SKIPP TECHNOLOGIES FLOATING PVs COSTUMIZED PV
- Energy Consulting | SINN Power
Klarheit schaffen, bevor investiert wird Energiefragen werden komplexer: steigende Preise, neue gesetzliche Vorgaben, technologische Vielfalt und wachsende Anforderungen an Klimaschutz und Wirtschaftlichkeit. Eine fundierte Energieberatung schafft Orientierung – und verhindert Entscheidungen auf unsicherer Datenbasis. Was bedeutet Energieberatung bei SINN Power? Unsere Energieberatung geht über klassische Einzelbetrachtungen hinaus. Sie ist systemisch, technologieoffen und praxisnah. Ziel ist es, bestehende Energieverbräuche, Infrastrukturen und Potenziale ganzheitlich zu analysieren und in realistische Handlungsoptionen zu übersetzen. Im Mittelpunkt stehen dabei nicht einzelne Technologien, sondern das Zusammenspiel von Erzeugung, Verbrauch, Speicherung und Infrastruktur. Jetzt ins Gespräch kommen Sie stehen vor strategischen Energieentscheidungen? Dann lassen Sie uns gemeinsam Klarheit schaffen. Energieberatung anfragen Unverbindlich, technologieoffen und praxisnah. Kontakt Zurück zur Übersicht
- BRANCHEN | SINNPower
Entdecken Sie, wie wir verschiedene Branchen mit nachhaltigen Technologien unterstützen. We have the right solution for every target group! Agrar LEARN MORE rock mining industry LEARN MORE property LEARN MORE water and wastewater management LEARN MORE water and wastewater management LEARN MORE
- Environment and Sustainability | SINN Power
Du hast Fragen zu Umwelt und Nachhaltigkeit bei SINN Power? Unsere FAQ-Seite bietet dir schnelle Antworten zu unseren umweltfreundlichen Photovoltaiklösungen, nachhaltigen Praktiken und unserem Engagement für eine grünere Zukunft. Umwelt und Nachhaltigkeit Welche Auswirkungen haben die PV-Anlagen von SINNPower auf die Umwelt? Die PV-Anlagen von SINN Power vermeiden über ihre Lebensdauer große Mengen CO₂ und leisten so einen messbaren Beitrag zum Klimaschutz. Sie nutzen vorhandene Flächen – etwa Wasser-, Industrie- oder Dachflächen – ohne zusätzlichen Bodenverbrauch. Bei Floating-PV reduzieren sie zudem die Verdunstung und stabilisieren die Wassertemperatur. Wir setzen auf langlebige, recyclingfähige Materialien und regionale Lieferketten, um den ökologischen Fußabdruck weiter zu minimieren. Wird durch Floating-PV Lebensraum für Tiere beeinträchtigt – oder sogar gefördert? Die teilverdeckte Wasserfläche ist weniger direkter Sonneneinstrahlung ausgesetzt, wodurch sich das Wasser insgesamt kühler hält. Unsere Schwimmelemente bieten Schutz für Tiere und fördern die Biodiversität durch Schaffung neuer Lebensräume. Durch die Schattenwirkung entstehen neue Habitate und das mikrobiologische Gleichgewicht verbessert sich – ein Gewinn für die Biodiversität! ALL QUESTIONS
- Impressum | SINN Power
Das Impressum von SINNPower stellt transparente Informationen über die rechtlichen Angaben des Unternehmens bereit, einschließlich der Kontaktdaten und Verantwortlichkeiten. Erfahren Sie mehr über SINNPower, Ihren Partner für maßgeschneiderte Photovoltaik-Lösungen. imprint Information provided according to Se. 5 German Telemedia Act (TMG): SINN Power GmbH Germeringer Str. 9 82131 Gauting Germany Represented by: Dr.-Ing. Philipp Sinn Contact: Telephone: +49 (0)89 9256 6192 Email: contact@sinnpower.com Register entry: Entry in the commercial register. Registering court:Amtsgericht München Registration number: HRB 215484 VAT: VAT ID number according to Sec. 27 a German Value Added Tax Act: DE298853212 Responsible for contents acc. to Sec. 55, para. 2 German Federal Broadcasting Agreement (RstV): Dr.-Ing. Philipp Sinn SINN Power GmbH Germeringer Str. 9 82131 Gauting Dispute resolution We do not take part in online dispute resolutions at consumer arbitration boards. Liability for Contents As service providers, we are liable for our own contents of these websites according to Sec. 7, paragraph 1 German Telemedia Act (TMG). However, according to Sec. 8 to 10 German Telemedia Act (TMG), service providers are not obligated to permanently monitor submitted or stored information or to search for evidence that indicate illegal activities. Legal obligations to remove information or to block the use of information remain unchallenged. In this case, liability is only possible at the time of knowledge about a specific violation of law. Illegal contents will be removed immediately at the time we get knowledge of them. Liability for Links Our offer includes links to external third party websites. We have no influence on the contents of those websites, therefore we cannot guarantee for those contents. Providers or administrators of linked websites are always responsible for their own content. The linked websites had been checked for possible violations of law at the time of the establishment of the link. Illegal contents were not detected at the time of the linking. A permanent monitoring of the contents of linked websites cannot be imposed without reasonable indications that there has been a violation of law. Illegal links will be removed immediately at the time we get knowledge of them. copyright Contents and compilations published on these websites by the providers are subject to German copyright laws. Reproduction, editing, distribution as well as the use of any kind outside the scope of the copyright law require a written permission from the author or originator. Downloads and copies of these websites are permitted for private use only. The commercial use of our contents without permission of the originator is prohibited. Copyright laws of third parties are respected as long as the contents on these websites do not originate from the provider. Contributions from third parties on this site are indicated as such. However, if you notice any violations of copyright law, please inform us. Such contents will be removed immediately.
- Maintenance and Operation | SINN Power
Du hast Fragen zu Wartung und Betrieb deiner Photovoltaikanlage? Unsere FAQ-Seite bietet dir umfassende Antworten und hilfreiche Tipps, um die Effizienz und Langlebigkeit deiner Anlage sicherzustellen. Erfahre mehr über regelmäßige Wartungsintervalle, empfohlene Prüfungen und wie du den optimalen Betrieb deiner PV-Systeme gewährleisten kannst. Technische Fragen Welche Wartungsarbeiten sind erforderlich ? Für einen zuverlässigen Betrieb Ihrer Photovoltaikanlage empfehlen wir regelmäßige Sicht- und Funktionskontrollen: Sichtprüfungen: Kabel, Stecker, Rahmen und Module auf Beschädigungen oder Verschleiß prüfen. Elektrische Prüfungen: Messung des Isolationswiderstands, String-Checks sowie Funktionsprüfung der Wechselrichter. Reinigung: Nur bei starker Verschmutzung, z. B. durch Vogelkot oder lokale Staubquellen; bei Floating-PV durch die geringere Staubbelastung meist seltener notwendig. Zusätzlich bei Floating-PV: Kontrolle der Schwimmkörper auf Dichtheit und Unversehrtheit. Überprüfung der Verankerungen sowie der Kabelführung auf und unter Wasser. Wie lange dauert die Installation? Die Dauer der Installation hängt stark vom jeweiligen Anlagentyp, der Projektgröße und der Zugänglichkeit der Fläche ab. Während kleinere Dach- oder Sonderanlagen oft innerhalb weniger Tage bis Wochen fertiggestellt werden können, erfordern größere Projekte wie Floating-PV- oder Freiflächenanlagen in der Regel mehrere Wochen bis wenige Monate. Faktoren wie Witterung, Logistik und die vorherige Genehmigungslage spielen ebenfalls eine entscheidende Rolle. Eine präzise Zeitplanung ist daher erst nach einer detaillierten Standortanalyse und Projektierung möglich. Wann ist der beste Zeitpunkt für die Installation einer PV-Anlage? Der ideale Zeitraum für die Installation einer PV-Anlage liegt in der Regel zwischen Frühling und Herbst. So kann die Anlage möglichst früh im Jahr in Betrieb gehen und direkt hohe Stromerträge erzielen. Bei schwimmenden PV-Anlagen hängt das Zeitfenster oft stärker von den Wetterbedingungen ab. Faktoren wie Windstärke, Wasserstand oder Eisbildung können den Bau verzögern oder zeitweise unmöglich machen. Auch saisonale Einschränkungen durch den Vogelschutz sind zu beachten – in bestimmten Brutzeiten dürfen auf oder an Gewässern keine Bauarbeiten durchgeführt werden. Eine sorgfältige Planung, die diese Aspekte berücksichtigt, sorgt dafür, dass die Installation reibungslos verläuft und die Anlage schnell mit der Stromproduktion starten kann. Können Anlagen in bestehende Energiesysteme integriert werden? PV-Anlagen lassen sich einfach in bestehende Energiesysteme integrieren und mit Verbrauchern, Speichern, Notstromlösungen oder Wärmepumpen kombinieren. So kann der erzeugte Solarstrom optimal genutzt, gespeichert oder ins Netz eingespeist werden – für mehr Eigenverbrauch, geringere Energiekosten und höhere Versorgungssicherheit. Wie wird der erzeigte Strom in das Netz eingespeist? Der erzeugte Strom wird über Wechselrichter in netzkonformen Wechselstrom umgewandelt und über einen zertifizierten Einspeisezähler ins öffentliche Stromnetz eingespeist. Die Vergütung erfolgt entweder über die gesetzlich geregelte Einspeisevergütung oder im Rahmen der Direktvermarktung an einen Energiehändler oder -versorger. Ist eine Kombination von SINNPower PV-Anlagen mit anderen erneuerbaren Energien möglich? Ja, unsere PV-Anlagen lassen sich technisch und wirtschaftlich sinnvoll mit weiteren erneuerbaren Energiequellen kombinieren – etwa Windkraft, Biogasanlagen, Batteriespeichern oder Wärmenetzen. Durch solche Hybridlösungen können Lastspitzen abgefedert und Volllastzeiten erhöht werden, was zu einer besseren Netzintegration und höherem Eigenverbrauch führt. Je nach Standort und Energiebedarf entwickeln wir ein individuelles Konzept, das Erzeugung, Speicherung und Verbrauch optimal aufeinander abstimmt. Müssen die PV-Module zur Sonne hin ausgerichtet werden? Nicht zwingend – aber eine optimale Ausrichtung kann den Ertrag deutlich steigern. Klassische Photovoltaikanlagen werden idealerweise nach Süden geneigt, um über den Tag hinweg möglichst viel Sonnenlicht einzufangen. Doch moderne Systeme – wie etwa vertikale oder Ost-West-ausgerichtete PV-Anlagen – erzielen auch bei abweichender Ausrichtung sehr gute Ergebnisse. Ein besonderer Vorteil dieser alternativen Ausrichtungen: höhere Stromproduktion am Morgen und Abend, also genau dann, wenn der Eigenverbrauch oft steigt oder die Einspeisevergütung attraktiver ist. So kann eine gezielte Verschiebung des Erzeugungsprofils zu wirtschaftlich besseren Einspeisezeiten führen – etwa im gewerblichen Bereich oder bei Direktvermarktung. Gerade bei Flachdächern, Industrieanlagen oder Sonderkonstruktionen (z. B. Förderband-, Gründach- oder Floating-PV) spielen zudem Windlast, Verschattung, Flächeneffizienz und Netzlastprofile eine wichtige Rolle. Eine reine Südausrichtung ist daher nicht immer die beste Wahl. Unsere Anlagenkonzepte werden deshalb individuell auf Ihren Standort, Energiebedarf und Ihre Ertragsziele abgestimmt – ganz gleich, ob nach Süden, Osten, Westen oder vertikal. Was sagt der Wirkungsgrad bei Photovoltaik aus? Der Wirkungsgrad gibt an, welcher Anteil der eintreffenden Sonnenenergie in nutzbaren Strom umgewandelt wird. Je höher der Wirkungsgrad, desto effizienter arbeitet das PV-System – ein zentrales Kriterium für Standorte mit begrenzten Flächen, hohen Energieanforderungen oder besonderen Umweltbedingungen. SINN Power setzt dabei auf hocheffiziente, widerstandsfähige Module, die auch unter anspruchsvollen äußeren Einflüssen zuverlässig Leistung bringen – sei es im industriellen, maritimen oder netzfernen Umfeld. Was passiert bei geringer Sonneneinstrahlung oder Schlechtwetter? Auch bei bewölktem Himmel oder an Regentagen erzeugen Photovoltaikanlagen weiterhin Strom – wenn auch weniger als bei direkter Sonneneinstrahlung. Selbst diffuses Licht wird in elektrische Energie umgewandelt. Bei stark bewölktem Himmel liegen die Erträge typischerweise bei rund 10–30 % des Maximalwerts. Moderne PV-Module sind so konzipiert, dass sie auch bei niedriger Lichtintensität möglichst effizient arbeiten. So bleibt die Stromproduktion ganzjährig erhalten – unabhängig von kurzfristigen Wetterumschwüngen. ALLE FRAGEN
- Schwimmende Photovoltaik-Technologien | SINNPower
SINN Power bietet innovative schwimmende Photovoltaiksysteme mit hoher Effizienz und modularer Bauweise für den Einsatz auf Binnengewässern und offenen Meeren. Floating PV technologies Our floating photovoltaic product family offers innovative solutions for photovoltaic systems on water surfaces, characterized by high efficiency and modular design. These systems are specifically designed to optimally utilize the advantages of waterways and offer versatile application possibilities – from inland waters to the open sea. With a focus on sustainability and performance, they open up new perspectives for renewable energies. Products of the SKipp family SLake Areas of application gravel pits/quarry ponds polishing ponds open-pit mining lakes reservoirs (industrial) fish ponds Advantages modular and scalable design higher efficiency due to cooling effect less evaporation of water high environmental compatibility Datenblatt Deutsch Datenblatt Englisch SLagoon Advantages modular and scalable design higher efficiency due to cooling effect less evaporation of water high environmental compatibility Areas of application harbor basin lagoons bodies of water with strongly fluctuating water levels moderate maritime environment Datenblatt Deutsch Datenblatt Englisch SOcean Advantages modular and scalable design suitable for harsh, maritime environments Hybrid model possible, PV, wind and wave power Integration of a work platform (heavy duty) possible Areas of application high seas oceans supply of islands aquafarming Datenblatt Deutsch Datenblatt Englisch SKipp Float Areas of application quarry ponds / gravel pits harbor basin lagoons Advantages no anchoring in the lake necessary Stability through deflectable modules under wind load Snow slides off the modules high yield through bifacial modules vertical east-west orientation: grid-friendly generation profile no sealing of the water surface (15% regulation): also suitable for smaller bodies of water Construction of up to 30% more modules compared to conventional systems Datenblatt Deutsch Datenblatt Englisch BACK TO OVERVIEW SKIPP TECHNOLOGIES COSTUMIZED PV Your next planning a project We would be happy to advise you in a personal meeting and create a tailor-made energy concept for you. Quick & uncomplicated. SINN Power GmbH Germeringer Str. 9 82131 Gauting, Germany +49 (0)89 92566192 contact@sinnpower.com First name Last name Email address Phone number Adress Subject Enter your message... Submit