China’s push for renewable energy has brought photovoltaics into more modern buildings. Today, BIPV façades do more than let in light — they generate electricity while adding a sustainable touch to design.
★ Glass generates power, and design embodies sustainability. This is the most fitting expression of what these façades stand for.
In partnership with China’s leading photovoltaic glass manufacturers, SunFrame brings these façades from concept to reality, combining clean energy generation with thoughtful design.
BIPV glass converts sunlight into electricity. In this way, it can lower dependence on conventional energy sources and promote sustainable building goals at the same time. When placed in façades, it transforms ordinary surfaces into energy-generating ones.
There are multiple light transmittance options for architects to tailor daylight penetration, balancing natural illumination with occupant comfort and energy efficiency.
With decorative and semi-transparent patterns, BIPV façades give buildings a distinct touch of personality and style.
Multiple structural glass systems are available to meet different architectural and performance requirements.
Each panel combines laminated tempered glass with photovoltaic films. This construction provides excellent waterproofing and impact resistance. BIPV panels are designed for a reliable lifespan of up to 25 years and come with a 10-year product warranty.
Designed to work seamlessly with LED systems, the façades can generate electricity and illuminate simultaneously, supporting voltage connections up to 1000–1500 V for commercial and public buildings.
The right choice definitely begins with understanding your project’s needs and each technology’s strengths. Therefore, evaluating how each type performs in different applications is essential to an informed decision.
Note: Low-E coatings can be applied behind the CdTe layer when needed, though they may slightly reduce visible light and power generation.
Nowadays, BIPV façades and roofs have been successfully applied in a variety of high-profile projects across China, ranging from commercial towers to cultural institutions, underlining the technology’s reliability, adaptability, and design flexibility.
These examples are provided for reference and illustrate the potential applications of BIPV technology.
SunFrame brings years of façade engineering and manufacturing expertise to every project without reservation. This experience has been the key to our past successes and forms the foundation for our capabilities in BIPV façades.
Building on this, we offer precision fabrication, technical guidance, and seamless integration support for every BIPV application.
