Opening the TaiyangNews Reliable PV Module Design Conference 2026, Shravan Chunduri, Head of Technology at TaiyangNews, highlighted the rapid pace of technological change in the PV industry and why reliability remains an important topic.
He noted that TOPCon, HJT, and BC technologies are already in commercial production, while next-generation TOPCon products are emerging. At the same time, module designs are becoming more application-specific. As manufacturers also focus on material optimization to reduce costs, he emphasized the need to assess how these developments affect long-term reliability, especially as module warranties extend up to 30 years.
How can PV manufacturers increase module efficiency and power output while keeping costs down without sacrificing quality or reliability?
Module designs are changing. Manufacturers are using thinner wafers, exploring new encapsulation materials, and adopting different cell and interconnection technologies. These changes can help reduce costs and improve performance, but they also bring reliability concerns.
At today's conference, industry experts will discuss what these changes mean for module quality, which reliability risks need attention, and how testing can help assess long-term performance.
The conference begins in an hour and will bring together module manufacturers, material and component suppliers, testing organizations, and industry experts.
The presentations will focus on the latest module designs, material innovations, quality and reliability challenges, and approaches to long-term performance, followed by a panel discussion.
Join us live to hear from industry experts and explore the latest developments in reliable PV module design! Free registration here.
Stay tuned for live updates from the conference!
