Thornova Solar, an American company specializing in bifacial TOPCon and PERC solar modules, is currently ramping up production at a facility in Vietnam. With the capability to manufacture 1.5 GW of modules, the company is ready to supply projects in utility-scale, commercial, and residential sectors. Thornova Solar also has plans to expand its production in the United States in 2024.
Thornova provides TOPCon modules and PERC modules, offering power outputs from 415Wp to 615Wp. These products are backed by product warranties ranging from 15 to 25 years and performance guarantees lasting for 30 years.
Thornova Solar’s Expansion Strategy | Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Thornova is establishing a strong U.S. foothold with local operations, technical support, and sales teams. Additionally, Thornova is set to inaugurate a U.S. manufacturing facility in 2024. This upcoming site will manufacture both solar cells and modules, allowing customers to leverage U.S. tax incentives for solar products with domestic origins.
“We are dedicated to the long-term growth of the U.S. solar market and sustainability as a company,” stated William Sheng, CEO of Thornova Solar. “Our goal is to support our customers’ success, and we have tailored our facility in Vietnam to meet their present and future requirements.”
Thornova’s PERC modules come in bifacial and dual-glass configurations, capable of producing up to 560Wp. Additionally, Thornova provides all-black modules with a maximum power output of 460Wp.
All Thornova products are certified by CSA to meet UL standards. Each module undergoes the Triple EL test. Furthermore, additional testing comprises PVEL reliability testing following the triple IEC standard, TÜV NORD’s 40mm Hail Test, and the TCLP test. Sample modules also undergo Ammonia, Sandblast, UV, and PID tests to guarantee reliability and consistent quality.
