Annual Maintenance Contract – Solar Panel
Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems offer an excellent means to generate clean and sustainable energy. With minimal maintenance needs and a long operational lifespan, they stand as a reliable choice. Yet, similar to any electrical system, solar PV systems demand routine upkeep to ensure optimal performance and maximize power generation. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the various facets of operating and maintaining solar PV systems.
Why Should You Clean Solar Modules?
Soiling Losses
👉 Soiling losses pertain to a decrease in power output caused by the accumulation of snow, dirt, dust, and various particles on the surface of PV modules.
👉 Dust can originate from various sources, including wind-blown pollution, volcanic eruptions, and vehicular activity, among others.
👉 Over time, the accumulation of dust exacerbates the impact of soiling. In fact, the quantity of accumulated dust on PV module surfaces directly influences the energy production levels on a daily, monthly, seasonal, and annual basis.
👉 An assessment conducted across different regions of the world revealed that India, the Middle East, and North Africa are among the areas most affected by dust accumulation.
Impact of Dust and Soiling on System Performance
💠 Reports indicate that dust-related irradiation losses can reach approximately 5%.
💠 Solar arrays that accumulate dirt experience an annual reduction of 1.4% in performance.
💠 Power output reductions vary by region, with Saudi Arabia seeing up to a 40% decrease, Kuwait up to 65%, Egypt ranging from 33% to 65%, and the USA experiencing 1% to 4.7% reductions.
💠 Dust accumulation can reduce peak power by approximately 18%.
💠 Studies have demonstrated that power output degradation can be as low as 80% or less with only a 3% accumulation of dirt on the PV module.
💠 Over the course of a month, power output can decrease from 87% to 75%.
💠 Solar collectors and PV modules experience efficiency reductions of 26% and 40%, respectively.
💠 Voltage loss is estimated at around 0.86%, while current can decrease by 13%.
💠 Efficiency reductions after 1 and 6 months are approximately 33.5% and 65.8%, respectively.
💠 Applying a surface spray to PV modules can recover up to 95% of reflectance losses.
Makizh AMC Services
👉 Monthly site visits for module cleaning.
👉 A trained team with expertise in installation and commissioning to assess and report any factors affecting power output.
👉 Immediate availability of mechanical and electrical assistance in case of observed defects during cleaning.
👉 Flexible options, including washing-only, Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC), or combined packages.
👉 The choice of remote monitoring and data management for your solar site.
👉 Quick response to breakdown calls within 24 hours within Chennai and 72 hours outside Chennai.
Makizh Module Cleaning Packages
3.6K
+Taxes
Basic
4.8K
+Taxes
Primary
15.6K
+Taxes
Advanced
78K
/Annum
Advanced Prime
26 to 50 KW Size of System
₹ 6,500 Charges Visit
12 No. of Visits
₹ 78,000 Total Cost Annum
1L
Professional
51 to 100 KW Size Of System
₹ 8,500 Charges Visit
12 No. of Visits
₹ 1,02,000 Total Cost Annum
Makizh Module Cleaning Packages
Basic – 3.6K + Taxes
– 1 to 5 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 900 Charges Visit
– 4 No. of Visits
– ₹ 3,600 + Taxes Total Cost Annum
Makizh Module Cleaning Packages
Primary – 4.8K + Taxes
– 6 to 15 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 1,200 Charges Visit
– 4 No. of Visits
– ₹ 4,800 + Taxes Total Cost Annum
Makizh Module Cleaning Packages
Advanced – 15.6K + Taxes
– 16 to 25 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 2,600 Charges Visit
– 6 No. of Visits
– ₹ 15,600 + Taxes Total Cost Annum
Makizh Module Cleaning Packages
Advanced Prime – 78K /Annum
– 26 to 50 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 6,500 Charges Visit
– 12 No. of Visits
– ₹ 78,000 Total Cost Annum
Makizh Module Cleaning Packages
Professional – 1L /Annum
– 51 to 100 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 8,500 Charges Visit
– 12 No. of Visits
– ₹ 1,02,000 Total Cost Annum
NOTE
💠 The client is responsible for ensuring the availability of water as per the requirements.
💠 The client should provide safe and unobstructed access to the solar site.
💠 Any necessary special coatings required due to unique site conditions will incur additional costs.
💠 The prices listed apply specifically to module cleanings.
💠 For sites located outside of Chennai, additional charges for travel and logistical expenses will apply based on the location.
Makizh AMC Packages
₹16K
/Annum
Basic
1 to 5 KW Size Of System
₹ 4,000 Charges Visit
4 No. of Visits
₹ 16,000 Total Cost Annum
₹32K
/ Annum
Primary
6 to 15 KW Size Of System
₹ 8,000 Charges Visit
4 No. of Visits
₹ 32,000 Total Cost Annum
₹43K
/ Annum
Advanced
16 to 25 KW Size Of System
₹ 10,750 Charges Visit
4 No. of Visits
₹ 43,000 Total Cost Annum
₹58K
/Annum
Advanced Prime
26 to 50 KW Size Of System
₹ 14,500 Charges Visit
4 No. of Visits
₹ 58,000 Total Cost Annum
₹74K
/Annum
Professional
51 to 100 KW Size Of System
₹ 18,500 Charges Visit
4 No. of Visits
₹ 74,000 Total Cost Annum
MAKIZH AMC PACKAGES
Basic – 16K – / Annum
– 1 to 5 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 4,000 Charges Visit
– 4 No. of Visits
– ₹ 16,000 Total Cost Annum
MAKIZH AMC PACKAGES
Primary – 32K – / Annum
– 6 to 15 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 8,000 Charges Visit
– 4 No. of Visits
– ₹ 32,000 Total Cost Annum
MAKIZH AMC PACKAGES
Advanced – 43K – / Annum
– 16 to 25 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 10,750 Charges Visit
– 4 No. of Visits
– ₹ 43,000 Total Cost Annum
MAKIZH AMC PACKAGES
Advanced Prime – 58K – / Annum
– 26 to 50 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 14,500 Charges Visit
– 4 No. of Visits
– ₹ 58,000 Total Cost Annum
MAKIZH AMC PACKAGES
Professional – 74K – / Annum
– 51 to 100 KW Size Of System
– ₹ 18,500 Charges Visit
– 4 No. of Visits
– ₹ 74,000 Total Cost Annum
NOTE
💠 The client is responsible for ensuring safe and unobstructed access to the solar site.
💠 Any necessary materials will incur an additional cost.
💠 The prices listed are for services only.
💠 Two complimentary breakdown visits are included each year. Additional visits will be subject to a charge of Rs. 3000 per visit per day per person.
💠 For sites located outside of Chennai, additional charges for travel and logistical expenses will apply based on the location.