G24 Power Limited
G24 Power is recognised as the world leader in the design and manufacture of Dye Sensitized Solar Cells. Through Dye Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSC)Â we’ve created the next generation of photovoltaic technology. Put simply we have revolutionised solar power. The company takes its name from the concept of being able to use any light source, natural or artificial ambient light, and converting it into electrical energy. G24 Power – green 24-hour power. G24 Power is the standout leader in the commercialisation of Dye-sensitized Solar Cells. We have successfully taken Professor Graetzel`s invention from the laboratory and created the world`s first large-scale mass production facility for DSSC. The market is now realising the benefits of GCell from G24 Power by providing a clean interface between the consumer electronic product and its power requirements.
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- Business Type:
- Manufacturer
- Industry Type:
- Solar Energy
- Market Focus:
- Globally (various continents)
About Us
Dye Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSC) are the closest mankind has come to replicating nature's photosynthesis. In homage to its inventor Professor Michael Gräetzel, we’ve named it GCell.
GCell uses nanotechnology to deliver a huge step forward in the world’s ability to harness visible light into electrical energy. The patented cells are thin, flexible and lightweight which means that they can be used to power a wide variety of devices.
World class manufacturingOur head office is located in Newport, South Wales, UK where our 89,000 sq. metre factory utilises a roll-to-roll manufacturing process giving us the capacity to produce more than 500,000 metres of large GCell modules per year. We are supported by our R&D laboratory in  Lausanne, Switzerland plus our product development and integration team in Dongguan, China.
We have a licensing agreement with École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) which is bolstered by our own extensive IP portfolio that combines a unique advanced manufacturing process, proprietary equipment and more than 7 years of extensive know-how.
Partnering with OEMsG24 Power partners with global OEM leaders to bring innovative, ecological, ‘must have’ wireless products to market and to serve the growing demand for portable consumer electronics, wireless sensors and actuators, retail displays, plus other indoor electronic and battery powered devices.
DSSC Manufacturing
G24 Power is the world leader in DSSC manufacturing. Our proprietary technology has the capability of manufacturing more than 500,000 linear meters of GCell modules per year.
Roll-to-roll manufacture is at the heart of our GCell product because of its robust, lightweight, thin and flexible properties. In terms of high speed and high capacity the roll-to-roll web process is similar to inkjet printing.
DSSC manufacturing is done using readily available materials that are not toxic. GCell doesn’t require high energy processes associated with the manufacture of 1st generation wafer-based PV and makes use of significantly less vital raw materials used in the manufacture of 2nd generation solar cells.
Our culture of continuous improvement enables us to identify cost reduction opportunities for incoming materials, enhancement of GCell product architecture, and more efficient production processes.
Two-stage DSSC manufacturing processInitially DSSC manufacturing creates  rolls of GCell up to 500 metres in length and 150mm wide. A secondary DSSC manufacturing process customises and finishes the GCell into a module to suit the size requirements of the customer. We add an interconnect between the GCell module and the product mating printed circuit board (PCB), and finally we encapsulate the GCell module to provide environmental protection.
World-class DSSC manufacturing capabilitiesG24 Power offers world-class DSSC manufacturing capabilities including a quality assured, lean, and on-time-in-full delivery performance programme to OEM partners around the globe.
Our strengths:
- ISO 9001 QMS certification accredited by Societe Generale de Surveillance
- Several years experience of DSSC manufacture
- Proprietary equipment, strong IP portfolio and extensive manufacture know-how
- Extensive and continuously updated standard operating procedure (SOP) library
- 100% testing and characterization of GCell module, as per customer specification, prior to shipping
- Rapid implementation of R&D advances.
Sustainability
G24 Power is a company committed to sustainability – both in the products we make and the way we manufacture those products.
GCell is a durable, adaptable and recyclable product. Through our research and development activities, we are continuing to enhance our product and give additional social and environmental benefits to our customers and society as a whole.GCell as a technology offers a significant improvement on the sustainability credentials of traditional solar cells. The energy payback is measured in months instead of years because GCell doesn’t require high energy processes associated with the manufacture of 1st generation wafer-based PV and makes use of significantly less vital raw materials used in the manufacture of 2nd generation solar cells.
Our commitmentG24 Power recognises that in our day to day operations we impact upon the environment in a number of ways. Therefore we are committed to achieving continual improvement in our environmental performance and pollution prevention, and in supporting government policy for sustainable development.
We look to promote sustainability both locally and globally. Our commitment to the environment is demonstrated by our unique products and the positive impact this technology will have on sustainability.