Solar Made Simple.

Solar panel solutions driven by you.

A new approach to construction. A new dawn for solar energy.At Wienerberger, we’ve built a reputation as the UK’s leading provider of bricks, roof tiles and pavers - but over the last few years, we’ve invested in our services to drive innovation at the forefront of our industry. This approach has seen us go beyond individual components, to deliver complete building solutions.

For us, that means analysing our offering from every angle, so that for now, and into the future, we continue to deliver on our key principles of innovation, quality, sustainability and value.

Our solar panel solutions are an example of this approach in practice. We’ve worked with experts in the field to deliver a start-to-finish solar panel service from design, through installation and maintenance - supporting you in the drive towards sustainable construction and greener living.

All of our packages come complete with Wi-Fi remote monitoring, a kWh performance cash back guarantee and a 10-year warranty on parts and labour as standard, making it as easy as possible to embrace solar power.

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Our aim We conducted a survey of 2,000 people to find out what the public really thinks about solar power. We wanted to understand just how much the British public know about the technology, and at the same time bust some myths and demonstrate the value that solar panels can add.

Our results From our findings, it’s clear to see that although demand for renewable energy is continuing to grow in the UK, general understanding of solar power remains limited. Our survey results showed that price, cost savings and aesthetics are among the most important factors driving purchasing decisions.*

However, our research also revealed a host of misconceptions around solar energy.

Our response Our innovative solar panel solutions have been designed to address these misconceptions and to support our customers in the construction industry as homeowners increasingly look towards solar energy. With 31% of the British public expecting to have solar panels installed by 2020, the simplicity of our solution and the added benefits of working us mean that we’re perfectly placed to respond.

The facts are simple. We’ve made solar simple.

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92% were unaware of where to look for information about solar panels

78% considered price to be one of the most important factors

41% overestimated the cost of solar panels by up to £5,500

33% said that they aspire to have solar panels installed on their home

31% believe they will have solar panels installed before 2020

29% said that they were more likely to purchase a new home with solar panels

17% believe solar panels can only be fitted on houses with south facing gardens

* Based on a survey of 2,000 respondents in June 2016

One nationwide supplier

We can supply and fit solar panels at any location across the UK. Our packages are suitable for a wide range of markets, including commercial operations, residential developments, agricultural land and individual households.

One source of liability

As well as providing a 10 year warranty for parts and labour, we also coordinate the entire process from design all the way through to maintenance, so you can rely on one party for full accountability.

One guarantee

On installation, we provide a certificate that states exactly how much output we expect the system will deliver. If the output has fallen short at the end of the kWh performance guarantee period, we’ll make up the difference.

One invoice

Our solar packages are costed as complete solutions, including design, delivery, installation and guarantees. You’ll receive one invoice for everything, as opposed to reams of paperwork from a number of different parties.

The power of the future. The power of one.

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Each of our solar packages come with a certificate stating exactly how much energy it is expected to yield over the kWh cash back guarantee period, which is available for five or ten years.

All systems are then continuously monitored, and at the end of the guarantee period, we cross-reference the performance data generated against the certificate delivered at installation. If the actual kWh output is less than the guaranteed amount, we will compensate the owner for the difference at the rate of 6p/kW.

This minimises any risk - we promise a return and our system simply delivers.

Guaranteed to deliver.Guaranteed kWh performance.

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Easy to use. Easy to see savings.All our solar panels are fitted with inverters for wireless remote monitoring connectivity, which enables you to check the output of your panels in real time and analyse performance via a sophisticated interface for web-friendly devices.

Our smart Wi-Fi monitoring system also allows you to check electricity usage in individual rooms or appliances. Based on this information, you can make decisions to change your consumption and reduce your energy bill.

MC & PC. Monocrystalline & Polycrystalline.Panel & Roof types

Monocrystalline panels are often considered the superior choice when it comes to residential solar power - partly due to their pure black even finish but also because of greater efficiency. However, today’s top of the line polycrystalline panels, blue in colour, offer great efficiency and also represent a clear value proposition.

Two monocrystalline packages are both available, in full black finish - the on-roof MC1 and the in-roof MC2. We also offer a polycrystalline package, PC1, which provides an efficient, cost-effective solution.

Roof types

With the MC2 package, there is an option of integrating the solar panels into the roof, which ensures a sleek, flush finish. We also provide sizes and variations to suit virtually all roof types - flat, pitched, curved and metal, as well as ground arrays.

Quality assurance

All our solar panel packages are CE marked, certified by the RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) and manufactured in line with the following standards:

• IEC 61215, IEC 61730

• IEC 62716, 61701

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Our packages

From national developers to self-builders and individual households to multinational businesses, our solar packages can be tailored to suit diverse customer requirements.

All three options can be designed to meet your target kWp, although more commonly supplied as a set of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 or 14 panels, providing suitable solar solutions for a range of power requirements and roof types.

On-roof or in-roof?

All our packages can be installed on-roof, where a steel frame is fixed to the existing structure, or in-roof, where roof tiles are removed and the solar panels are integrated into for a seamless finish. Grid-tied inverters, micro inverters, DC cables & connectors, mounting system, AC/DC isolators and accessories are all supplied as standard.

Choose from three packages. Choose green energy.

• Installed on-roof

• 1650 x 992 x 40mm PV modules

• Based on 6′ polycrystalline cells in 6 x 10 layout

• Cost-effective solution with good efficiency

• Available in 260Wp

• Dark blue in colour

PC1 Polycrystalline panels

System size 4 modules 6 modules 8 modules 10 modules 12 modules 14 modules

Estimated output 1kW 1.5kW 2kW 2.55kW 3kW 3.6kW

Polycrystalline units installed on-roof for a cost-effective solar panel solution.

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System size 2 modules 4 modules 6 modules 10 modules 12 modules 14 modules

Estimated output 1.1kW 1.7kW 2.3kW 2.85kW 3.4kW 4kW

• Installed in-roof

• 1640 x 992 x 40mm PV modules

• Based on 6′ monocrystalline cells in 6 x 10 layout

• Available in full black design finish

• Available from 260Wp to 290Wp

MC2 Monocrystalline panelsMonocrystalline units installed in-roof for sleek, state-of-the-art solar panel solution.

• Installed on-roof

• 1640 x 992 x 40mm PV modules

• Based on 6’ monocrystalline cells in 6 x 10 layout

• Available in full black design finish

• Available from 260Wp to 290Wp

MC1 Monocrystalline panels Monocrystalline units installed on-roof for a high performance solar panel solution.

System size 2 modules 4 modules 6 modules 10 modules 12 modules 14 modules

Estimated output 1.1kW 1.7kW 2.3kW 2.85kW 3.4kW 4kW

Working partnerships. Working with us.With our solar panel solutions, we’ve made it as easy as possible to embrace renewable energy, reduce CO₂ emissions and add value to developments with virtually any requirements.

We oversee the entire specification, delivery and installation process, working side by side with our partners at Autarco and Ecocommercial, renowned experts in the fields of solar panel manufacturing and solar panel installation.

Autarco is a leading international solar panel manufacturer at the forefront of the renewable energy industry. Where competitors may offer just one component, Autarco strives to be the first and best brand offering complete solar PV energy solutions with measurable performance guarantees.

ecocommercial is a specialist Government approved solar PV design supply and installation company working in the commercial and domestic sectors of the market. ecocommercial’s experience ranges from solar farms, to large scale roof top systems, to domestic solar installations for the public and private sectors.

With the help of our partner organisations, we’ve taken care of everything - so that developers, housing associations and homeowners can rest assured the entire process will be carried out with the due diligence and integrity that we’ve built our name on. Solar made simple.

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Designed.Full specification and pre-design support and manufacturing with Autarco, global leaders in solar panel solutions.

Installed.Free delivery, full system installation, set up and handover pack with feed in tariff from Ecocommercial, our Government-approved PV installer.

Monitored.Full Wi-Fi remote monitoring of kWh output, savings and CO2 with condition monitoring to ensure panels remain in good working order.

Guaranteed.A 5 or 10 year cash back guarantee on kWh performance, a 10 year guarantee on parts and labour and a 25 year guarantee on product performance.

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Next steps.We’ve made it as easy as possible for you to select the correct system for your requirements. Our helpful sales team will guide you through the entire process, from organising a convenient time for installation, to providing technical support and ongoing system maintenance.

For more information about our complete solar panel solutions, or to begin the specification process, visit our website or get in touch via phone or email.

www.solar-made-simple.co.uk 0844 9395 900 solar@wienerberger.com

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