Sustainable cleaning and soiling mitigation provider Chemitek Solar sent word of its new Metal Oxides Removal Agent, designed to efficiently and safely remove metal oxides (e.g. rust) from solar PV modules and tiles.
How it works: The Metal Oxides Removal Agent features a specialized biodegradable formula that reacts with metal oxide particles, ensuring their removal without causing any damage to the panels.
As a proactive measure, Chemitek recommends the application of its antistatic coating, present in the products Solar Wash Protect and Antistatic Solar Armor, after the cleaning. This additional step slows down the buildup and adhesion of the contaminants, thus preserving the optimal condition of solar panels for longer and making the next cleaning easier and faster.
Why it matters: Metal Oxides Removal Agent eliminates the the reliance on “aggressive techniques,” thus ensuring the integrity and longevity of solar modules. Chemitek Solar’s laboratory and field tests have demonstrated that it does not harm the Anti-Reflective Coating (ARC), silicone, or aluminum frame of solar panels.
Metal Oxides Removal Agent testing
The MRA is proudly certified by TÜV Sud as safe for PV modules, attesting to its compatibility with the highest industry standards.
At the request of Chemitek, the laboratory CVR – Center for Waste Valorization conducted a study to evaluate the biodegradability of the Metal Oxides Removal Agent (MRA) according to the OECD Guideline for Testing of Chemicals – 301 F Manometric Respirometry Test.
Using activated sludge from a local wastewater treatment plant, the study determined that the MRA is readily biodegradable, with tests confirming its compliance with industry standards.
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