TSGC offers the PV Circulator™, an automated recycling system that utilizes Vision AI and physical dismantling techniques to recover 100% of materials from end-of-life solar panels without chemical or thermal processes. This solution addresses the environmental impact of solar panel waste by ensuring zero pollution and compliance with stringent recycling regulations.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
End-of-life solar panels pose a growing environmental challenge due to the difficulty in recovering valuable materials and the potential for pollution from traditional recycling methods. Current recycling processes often involve chemical or thermal treatments that can be environmentally damaging and may not recover all materials effectively. Existing regulations, such as those in California, are increasingly restricting the use of these methods.
Solution
TSGC offers the PV Circulator™, an automated recycling system that recovers 100% of materials from end-of-life solar panels using a combination of vision AI and physical dismantling techniques. The system avoids chemical and thermal processes, ensuring zero pollution and compliance with stringent recycling regulations. AI-powered vision systems identify and measure each panel, optimizing the dismantling process, while an AIoT connection automatically uploads data to a Web3 platform for immutable tracking. The sequential dismantling process prevents cross-contamination of materials, preserving their value for downstream reuse and supporting a circular economy.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes solar panel recyclers, upstream manufacturers seeking sustainable material sourcing, and downstream industries utilizing recycled materials.
Features
- Fully automated, unmanned operation from panel feed to material separation
- Vision AI identifies panel characteristics and optimizes dismantling parameters
- Sequential dismantling process to prevent cross-contamination of recovered materials
- Recovers all materials, including solar cells, EVA adhesive, back-sheet (Fluorine resin, PVDF), aluminum frames, glass, and junction boxes
- Compact 40’ container size for easy deployment and scalability
- High capacity processing of 1 panel per minute (10,000 tonnes annually)
- Low energy consumption of 5 kWh per panel
- AIoT connectivity for automated data logging and recipe updates