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Factory audits and production monitoring


The right components in the right quality

Understanding PV module production is key. Our experts visit factories around the world to conduct independent audits and assess manufacturing quality. Our reports are the basis for selecting the right manufacturer and ensuring that the components are produced to the quality our customers expect.

Once the client has chosen a product, PI experts monitor production at the factory and conduct independent tests to ensure quality. This step ensures that only products that meet the quality requirements arrive on site.

 

ISO 17025 accredited testing laboratory


Independent performance and reliability testing of modules

Our own laboratories in Germany and China as well as partner laboratories in the USA, Italy and India enable us to evaluate module quality independently and quickly. Whether the modules come from the production line or from an existing plant, all parties involved can rely on our tests and reports.

Our laboratory network is able to offer the most important tests required by the IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 standards.

 

Independent and Owner's Engineering


From development to construction and during operation

Our experienced engineering team provides developers with bankable yield assessments and optimal designs for their PV projects. Investors and lenders rely on us for independent site assessment and technical due diligence to protect their interests.

During the construction phase, we provide design review, construction supervision, contract management, and plant inspection and acceptance.

For facilities already in operation, we can also provide troubleshooting and troubleshooting services upon request. Our on-site inspections and tests are complemented by our laboratory and factory-based services, which offer a holistic approach to finding the right solutions.

Our Services

  • Preliminary design of PV Plant

    Kiwa PI Berlin will analyze various configurations for the design of the PV plant, considering aspects such as equipment options, tracking and fixed, orientation, tilt angles, row distances, DC/AC ratios, etc. A preliminary design will be created for the chosen design configuration.
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  • Post-shipment Inspection

    Evaluating all aspects of the supply chain, product, manufacturing, and management processes potentially affecting module safety and performance. A comprehensive auditing protocol based on direct observation, stress-testing and expert review.
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  • Field inspections PV systems

    Around the globe, we test PV systems according to their performance and uncover faults and give recommendations on how to remedy them. Our experts have the most modern testing equipment and analysis tools at their disposal.
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  • Construction milestones approval

    The milestones approval support consists on checking the payment milestones that are specified in the contract. This can be done both visiting the site and ensuring the progress of the construction achieves what stated in the milestone and reviewing remotely the contract documentation.
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  • Container loading check

    Inspection of packaging integrity and loading of containers to ensure compliance with manufacturer specification before leaving the manufacturer’s factory or storage facility. Kiwa PI Berlin will assess the condition of the packaged modules, including pallets, packaging, and strapping.
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  • Factory Audit

    Kiwa PI Berlin audits evaluate all aspects of the supply chain, product, manufacturing, and management processes potentially affecting module safety, reliability, and performance. Kiwa PI Berlin has developed a comprehensive auditing protocol based on direct observation, stress- testing and expert review of factory operations and successfully applied to over 1,000+ audits to date. Kiwa PI Berlin will conduct an on-site, independent audit of the equipment manufacturer manufacturing process and provide a comprehsive factory audit with the crictical, major, and minor audit findings.
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  • Pre-shipment Inspection (PSI-T) - Traceability

    Unveil the secrets of your supply chain with our Pre-shipment Inspection (PSI-T) - Traceability service. Discover how we ensure the integrity and traceability of your products before they leave the factory floor. Stay ahead in quality and compliance with our expert insights
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  • Due Diligence PV systems

    Through our experience and knowledge from our factory audits and our laboratory tests, we have developed systematic assessment of key aspects of PV systems for you. Use our expertise to carry out your PV project in the best possible way.
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  • Lab tests PV equipment

    Our laboratories are ISO 17025 accredited. We offer independent testing of PV modules and competent support from our experts. With our wide range of tests on quality criteria and the quality assurance requirements, you get the best possible results.
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  • ESG Audit

    Conduct a complete Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) audit of the Customer’s company and one on-site facility. The Customer will be provided with a certificate in accordance with the Kiwa SEE Sustainability Standard.
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