Advice & Service
Advice & Service
Solar technology
Solar technology includes products for using solar energy to generate heat and electricity. This includes solar thermal components, solar collectors, solar accessories, PV modules, inverters, and matching PV accessories for various system concepts.
In the GEMA Shop you will find solar technology for new construction, renovation, and modernization – suitable for customers who want to integrate solar thermal or photovoltaics into building and energy systems in a meaningful way.
Choosing the right solar technology
Solar technology combines various product groups for the use of solar energy. While solar thermal systems can provide heat for domestic hot water preparation or heating support, photovoltaic modules generate electrical power for self-consumption or feed-in. Depending on the system goal, different components are used, for example solar collectors, solar stations, solar controllers, PV modules, inverters, battery storage, mounting systems, and suitable accessories.
The selection of suitable solar technology depends on whether a thermal solar system, a photovoltaic system, or a combined energy concept is planned. Important factors include roof area, orientation, existing heating system, electricity consumption, hot water demand, storage technology, and the planned system integration.
Advantages of modern solar technology
- Use of renewable energy: Depending on the system, solar energy can be used to provide heat or electricity.
- Flexible system concepts: Solar technology can be integrated into new builds, renovations, and existing building systems.
- Expandable system structure: Components such as storage, inverters, controls, and accessories can be selected to suit the project.
- Good combination options: Solar thermal can be combined with storage technology and heating systems, photovoltaics with battery storage and inverters.
Areas of application and target groups
Solar technology is suitable for homeowners, self-builders, buyers with a plumbing/heating (SHK) background, buyers with an electrical background, and technically interested end customers who want to use solar energy in their buildings. Typical areas of application include single-family homes, smaller multi-family homes, renovation projects, new builds, domestic hot water preparation, heating support, self-consumption optimization, and the supplementation of existing energy systems.
Important selection criteria for solar technology
When selecting, particular attention should be paid to product type, manufacturer, collector type, collector area, module output, inverter type, storage options, mounting situation, connection materials, and system compatibility. For further planning, collectors, solar accessories, PV modules or suitable Inverter be relevant.
Note on professional system design
The selection of solar technology must match the roof area, orientation, shading, building situation, existing heating system, electrical installation, and the desired system goal. Product specifications and filter values are for orientation purposes and do not replace professional planning, yield assessment, or technical design.
Frequently Asked Questions about Solar Technology
What does solar technology include?
Solar technology includes products for solar thermal and photovoltaics, such as solar collectors, solar stations, solar controllers, PV modules, inverters, battery storage, mounting systems, and accessories.
What is the difference between solar thermal and photovoltaics?
Solar thermal uses solar energy to generate heat, for example for hot water or heating support. Photovoltaics converts sunlight into electrical power.
Which solar technology suits my building?
This depends on the system goal, roof area, orientation, shading, existing heating system, electricity consumption, and hot water demand. A professional assessment is advisable before making a selection.
Can solar technology be combined with existing heating technology?
Yes, solar thermal can be combined with storage technology and heat generators depending on the system concept. Photovoltaics can integrate electrical consumers, inverters, and battery storage.
What role does storage technology play in solar systems?
Storage technology enables the time-shifted use of solar energy. In solar thermal systems, heat storage tanks are used; in photovoltaic systems, battery storage can increase self-consumption.
What should I look for when comparing solar technology?
Important factors are product type, system goal, manufacturer, collector type, module output, inverter type, storage capability, connection material, installation situation, and component compatibility.
Does solar technology replace professional system planning?
No. Solar technology must be designed to match the building, roof, hydraulics, electrical installation, and system goal. Product filters and descriptions serve only as a guide.