energy for tomorrow THE FUTURE MADE IN GERMANY

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1 energy for tomorrow THE FUTURE MADE IN GERMANY

2 sunny outlook A STRONG PARTNER AT YOUR SIDE People moving in the right direction towards quality, durability and high yields will run into aleo solar sooner or later: Founded in Prenzlau, Germany in 2001 as a dedicated manufacturer of premium solar modules, aleo has been listed on the stock exchange since 2006 and is now represented in the world s most important markets as a system provider of photovoltaic-based energy solutions. International locations and employees on-site guarantee that aleo solar is able to supply the world with any and all photovoltaic plant components: modules, inverters, installation systems and energy storage units are offered in ideally coordinated packages and distributed exclusively by authorized installers and specialized partners. This ensures that the modules are always installed properly and are only put into commission by experts. And it goes without saying that only the most highly qualified of personnel are working in Prenzlau: The experienced staff at aleo solar s main plant concentrate on the workmanship and innovative refinement of high-grade components. 2 3

3 This creates the conditions for reliable, highperformance generations of modules and for the guarantees which top off aleo solar s service portfolio. Countless installations throughout the world which overcome the most extreme of weather conditions demonstrate the company s exceptional production quality. Decide on aleo solar and we will work with you to achieve quality, durability and high yields. That makes sense? We think so, too.

4 into the future with aleo solar PERSUADING THROUGH PASSION As a system supplier with international experience, aleo solar now supplies the energy market of the future with solutions for producing, using and storing solar energy on the global photovoltaic market. A global network of specialized dealers and sales partners, as well as our innovative products and unparalleled service offers, ensure the success of our business goal: maximum customer satisfaction. Wherever you may be, you will always find a specialist partner of aleo solar. Your aleo solar photovoltaic system is the result of innovative power, maximum production quality and outstanding teamwork: First-class workmanship: aleo modules are designed to provide more than 20 years of resilience and decades of high yields thanks to the first-class production quality and high-grade components. Installed by professionals aleo solar modules are exclusively installed by authorized specialized partners who ensure that the premium modules are installed properly. Product and service guarantee Every module is shipped with a 10-year product warranty and a 25-year performance guarantee. 4 5

5 Tested quality Our comprehensive quality management system ensures that each and every module meets the most demanding of product standards. The cell tester we use precisely determines the quality of our cells and not just once. We put it to use several times over our production process. Independent industry tests regularly demonstrate the unrivalled quality of aleo products with the top ratings they earn. Exceptionally robust Installations all over the world prove how robust aleo systems are and how well they hold up under extreme weather conditions. To name but one example: The premium modules in the aleo installation atop the Zugspitze (Germany s highest mountain, at 2,962 m above sea level) are even capable of withstanding up to five meters of fresh snow. Recycling aleo solar ensures that all modules sold are recycled without a hitch. Our full membership in the PV CYCLE Association means that we have voluntarily committed ourselves to financing and covering all expenses of the entire recycling process. This way, aleo solar makes a valuable contribution to handling resources responsibly. At a location near you aleo solar is made up of people who understand you: dedicated and competent employees who won t let your questions go unanswered. Take advantage of our personal assistance and excellent service.

6 history Establishment of S.M.D. Solar Manufaktur Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG; production launched in Prenzlau aleo s top-selling solar module, the S_16, receives the top rating (1.9) from German consumer magazine Stiftung Warentest, thus winning the test; aleo solar AG enters the stock market aleo installs its millionth module Introduction of the attractive black S_73 and S_77 high-performance modules The aleo S_18 module tops German consumer magazine Öko-Test s ranking with the overall rating Corporate S Pro very good aleo solar s ten-year anniversary: 5 million modules produced, reaching a total rated output of 1 GW Release of the new module generation gen2 and innovative new module types; Launch of energy storage system sales Introduction of the high-performance aleo High Efficiency series of modules and laminates /

7 an overview of aleo solar Experienced photovoltaic system supplier with its own module production facility Full service: Planning, installation assistance and service during operation The highest of quality and workmanship standards Area-wide network of specialized partners in Germany, the EU, USA & Australia Top ratings in independent performance tests High yields over the long term thanks to exceptional quality More than 6 million solar modules installed Reference installations all over the world prove our modules resistance to extreme weather conditions The range of services we offer is continuously being enhanced Having a direct line to aleo solar enables me to provide you with quick and competent advice at any time. Uwe Marquardt, installer

8 quality guaranteed WHERE PASSION TURNS INTO PRECISION Promises are always bound to a relationship of mutual trust. This makes the consequences of failing to keep a promise all the more important. With this in mind, only the most responsible and quality-conscious companies can afford to make promises to their customers: Companies like aleo solar. Snow? Hail? Excellent quality standards ensure that aleo modules will hold up to even the most extreme of weather conditions. Uwe Marquardt, installer 8 9 Homeowners, companies and farmers all over the world are opting for the comprehensive and carefully chosen complete package which aleo solar has established to ensure product quality: The company not only ensures that nothing but top-grade materials and cutting-edge technologies are employed, it also ensures that you will exclusively be assisted by qualified experts. This way, aleo solar guarantees its customers satisfaction from production and delivery all the way to after-sale service.

9 Defying the toughest of winters: premium modules from aleo solar.

10 Green and good: Into the future with aleo solar. meeting the most demanding requirements UNCOMPROMISINGLY PRECISE WORK Anyone who chooses aleo solar is choosing high-grade German-made products which constitute a safe investment for many decades to come. aleo solar makes masterpieces one step at a time. This is all thanks to rigorous quality assurance, which aleo launches long before the production stage, and the search for equally conscientious and thorough suppliers who ensure the greatest possible quality of all components. From the cells, solar glass and film to the frame material: All materials are exclusively procured from certified suppliers and undergo further intensive inspections on top of this. Performance checks such as the flash test, which determines the precise output of each and every module, ensure that we produce nothing but the most efficient premium modules for your future yields. The aleo quality management system has been certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001 since the very first year of production. And the Prenzlau plant has used nothing but state-of-theart production machines and testing facilities since that time. So it s no wonder that every module aleo solar ships is bound by a promise: our product warranty and performance guarantee

11 guarantees are a guarantee QUALITY: THAT S THE SOLUTION 10-year product warranty aleo solar meets the very highest of standards. This means that aleo solar warranties its modules for eight years longer than is required by law. 25-year performance guarantee aleo solar guarantees that its photovoltaic modules will perform on a high level over a quarter century. They will still deliver at least 90 percent of their original output after ten years, and will produce at least 80 percent after 25 years. All of this is documented and guaranteed in our 25-year performance guarantee. Our modules proven quality

12 exceptional results TOP RATINGS IN INDEPENDENT TESTS The aleo module s excellent power generation, durability and safety were awarded with a grade of 1.9 by Stiftung Warentest the best in the test. aleo solar earned nothing less than a very good among the total of 15 modules from German and international manufacturers which were tested by ÖKO-TEST. Top Grade GOOD Tested: 13 solar modules Issue 5/2006 Photovoltaic modules aleo S_18 very good Issue 04/2010 Nr. Testsieger ertragsvergleich stadtwerke flensburg A total of seven modules from different brands were tested for an entire year at a trial facility belonging to the Flensburg public utility company. The scientific study yielded the following results: The aleo S_16 module achieved the highest power yields by far. aleo modules deliver power yields roughly ten percent greater than thin-film modules that s the summary of a four-year test conducted by the Schleswig-Holstein Chamber of Agriculture. What this means for an operator is an equity return which is several percentage points higher.

13 an overview of aleo quality Comprehensive quality management Rigorous quality inspections of components and extensive final checks of the solar modules Ten-year product warranty and 25-year performance guarantee on all solar modules Top ratings in independent performance tests Trouble-free recycling process A strong partner at your side aleo solar.

14 cutting-edge products put us ALWAYS A STEP AHEAD aleo solar s plant in Prenzlau is one of the largest and most modern of its kind in all of Europe and it produces for the entire world: using high-grade materials, innovative production technologies and flawless workmanship down to the very last detail. That s how aleo solar wins over its exceptionally demanding customers and partners. The meticulousness aleo solar dedicates to its products is clearly reflected in the practical tests it conducts on all new materials it uses. The result: aleo solar only approves modules which consistently hold up to wind and weather from polycrystalline to monocrystalline, small-scale to large-scale. This is how modules from aleo solar have provided nothing but top performance and exhibited superior quality for over eleven years. Decide on a solar power system and aleo solar will deliver its top-notch high-performance modules straight to your authorized specialist partner. aleo solar also acts as a complete system supplier. What this means is: you receive everything you need to put the system into commission quickly: the inverters, installation system and cables and even the energy storage system

15 Your aleo solar system works for you. Day and night. But aleo solar saves you more than just time: For instance, a solar power storage system allows you to use up to 70% of the solar energy you generate yourself saving you hundreds of Euros a year on electricity expenses. Great storage capacity and low conversion losses are but a few of the systems virtues. They also reduce the amount of installation space needed and simplify installation enormously. Individual storage solutions enable you to reap the benefits of up to 100% internal consumption and up to 70% independence of energy providers! Uwe Marquardt, installer

16 the choice is yours MODULES TO SUIT YOUR PARTICULAR TASTE You ll find the right module for every solar solution with aleo solar. The choice frequently comes down to a simple matter of taste, since there is hardly any difference between the actual performance of our monocrystalline and polycrystalline modules: Some prefer to use the shimmering blue polycrystalline modules. Others prefer the aesthetically appealing black monocrystalline solar cells, since they make a better match for dark roof shingles. What s more, using this technology will frequently ensure you a higher feed-in tariff yet another factor which considerably increases the costeffectiveness of your photovoltaic system. Find out more about the possibilities aleo solar has in store for you. Each and every solution will more than meet your requirements for output, load capacity and durability no matter what Still others opt for in-roof solutions: The Solrif system is suited to nearly all types of roofs and is easy to install on existing roofs and new buildings alike. Water and snow bead on the system s immaculate module areas. An additional tarpaulin under the modules makes the Solrif system even more rain-resistant than conventional roofing tiles.

17 Energy from aleo photovoltaic systems.

18 Für jeden das passende aleo s range of modules QUALITY AT A GLANCE High-efficiency standard modules Be it polycrystalline or monocrystalline, small format or large format: no matter what you decide on, all modules from aleo solar score points where it really matters: quality, workmanship, durability, appearance and dependably high energy yields. In-roof solutions Our in-roof solutions combine the benefits of top-class solar modules with a well-thought-out installation and design concept. The Solrif system connects the individual modules to a visually appealing module surface and extremely sturdy structure using a special aluminum frame which resembles roofing tiles

19 Laminates Laminates have a wide variety of uses and enable cost-effective and flexible installation on roofs and built-in photovoltaic systems as well as in an open field. These on-roof solutions achieve superior energy yields thanks to optimal rear ventilation. What s more, heat accumulation does nothing to impair the cell performance of the frameless, 4.5-millimeter-thin solar modules. A further benefit: aleo laminate is highly effective at cleaning itself of snow and dust.

20 expect more WE MAKE SURE YOUR YIELDS INCREASE aleo solar gives you more than you expect: aleo modules performance receives favorable ratings all over the world. After all, their actual output is guaranteed to be higher than the rated output. Just one example: if we measure a module s output at 269 Watts upon production, we put the module in the 265 Watt category an added value which makes a difference, and you can count on it with every single one. The introduction of modules in 2013 which make even more efficient use of sunlight is a further testament to aleo solar s innovative capacity. Our use of anti-reflection glass lets more light into the module thanks to an extremely thin surface coating. The embedding film also possesses enhanced translucence properties. Special cell connectors can also help increase performance: The light harvesting string (LHS) uses its structured surface to direct more light to the solar cells. What this means is that aleo modules yield a great deal of output in a small area

21 an overview of aleo products Years of experience in designing its product range of coordinated systems One of the largest and most up-to-date production facilities in all of Europe Products which are designed to be durable without exception Made in Germany Profitability thanks to continuous product enhancement Rigorous quality inspections for all components, as well as extensive final checks for the solar modules Significant savings in time and money with the complete system

22 service completes the package LONG-TERM CUSTOMER SATISFACTION aleo only places one requirement on its products: They have to be perfect. The company also applies the same high standards to its maintenance services, where it places great value on its proximity to its customers, partners and service providers. This starts with technical service and does not even stop at replacing parts installed by other companies. Knowing the customer s requirements and keeping up to date with them is the cornerstone of aleo solar s service concept. In-person contact and perfect interaction between the product, production, sales and service departments ensure that our goal is achieved: maintaining the highest possible customer satisfaction over the long term aleo solar is both a manufacturer and a system supplier, and has established a professional customer service to match: More than 2,100 authorized aleo dealers, installers and project engineers attend to the service needs of customers and partners all around the world. The aleo service-mobile is a top-notch example of bringing service straight to the customer: This test laboratory on wheels is used in many countries and simultaneously serves as a repair station, enabling us to provide unparalleled service on location.

23 an overview of aleo service On-site service: Inspection, analysis, repairs and replacement aleo service-mobile: test labs and repair stations on wheels in many countries Very short response times Personal contact via aleo power network partners Years of training experience at the aleo academy Professional and dependable guarantee processing Continuous service offer enhancement thanks to close collaboration between partner specialists The aleo academy was created in 2010 to permanently reinforce and expand aleo s service offer: It provides specialized aleo dealers, their sales and technical staff and with practical training and advanced learning options for tough competition. The training sessions focus on situations in practice and sharpen all employees skills in the fast-paced photovoltaic market. From current internal consumption and storage issues, to construction legislation, lightning protection, labor law and new installation techniques and sales training: the aleo academy provides participants with important first-hand findings from experts. This guarantees proper installation and the safe operation of your photovoltaic system. Only the very best is good enough. This creates trust under the name aleo power network. I received excellent training at the aleo academy. So none of your questions will go unanswered either. Uwe Marquardt, installer

24 aleo_0513_en aleo solar AG Marius-Eriksen-Str Prenzlau Germany Contact: aleo solar Osterstr Oldenburg Germany T +49 (0) info@aleo-solar.de