{"id":21988,"date":"2024-10-21T06:00:17","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T04:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.speedikonfm.com\/?p=21988"},"modified":"2024-10-17T13:51:53","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T11:51:53","slug":"do-you-really-know-how-well-your-pv-system-is-performing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.speedikonfm.com\/en\/do-you-really-know-how-well-your-pv-system-is-performing\/","title":{"rendered":"Do you really know how well your PV system is performing?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes it takes a little comparison to uncover areas for improvement. That\u2019s exactly what happened to us after we installed a new photovoltaic system on the roof of our company headquarters. Excited about the potential savings, we didn\u2019t realize something was off until a few months later. During a conversation with our neighbor, we found out that his much smaller PV system was generating more electricity than ours.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How could this happen?<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21986\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21986\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21986 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.speedikonfm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/WiriTec_PV_Anlage.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.speedikonfm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/WiriTec_PV_Anlage.jpg 650w, https:\/\/blog.speedikonfm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/WiriTec_PV_Anlage-300x175.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21986\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>The PV system on the roof of the speedikon group of companies. Copyright: speedikon FM AG<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After a thorough analysis, we discovered that some of our panels weren\u2019t performing at their best. Had we caught this issue sooner, we could have addressed it right away. This experience reminded us how crucial it is to continuously monitor a PV system to maximize its efficiency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why continuous monitoring of PV output is essential<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Photovoltaic systems rely on optimal external conditions to function efficiently. Factors like solar radiation, fog, haze, and even smog can significantly impact output. Additionally, dust or moisture buildup on the panels\u2014particularly after a hot, humid summer\u2014can drastically reduce performance. If one panel malfunctions or its output drops, the entire system can be affected, often without any visible warning signs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>WiriTec\u00ae C: maximum transparency for your PV system<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This is where our <em><strong>WiriTec\u00ae C<\/strong><\/em> energy data management software makes all the difference. With <strong><em>WiriTec\u00ae C<\/em><\/strong>, you can continuously monitor your PV system\u2019s performance, comparing its output with real-time weather conditions such as solar radiation, smog, or fog. The software will alert you to any irregularities in performance, so you can take immediate action\u2014whether it\u2019s cleaning dirty or broken panels or addressing unexpected shading.<\/p>\n<p>The level of transparency and control provided by <em><strong>WiriTec\u00ae C<\/strong><\/em> could have helped us act faster and optimize our energy efficiency. With that in mind, we highly recommend that any company with an installed or planned PV system invest in a reliable monitoring solution. No matter the size of your system, continuous monitoring quickly pays off.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optimize your PV system today!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t let valuable energy slip away. <strong><em>WiriTec\u00ae C<\/em><\/strong> puts you in full control of your photovoltaic system, maximizing efficiency through continuous monitoring.<\/p>\n<p><em>Curious to see how much more your PV system could achieve? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wiritec.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Contact us for a free consultation<\/a><\/strong> and learn how we can optimize your system.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes it takes a little comparison to uncover areas for improvement. That\u2019s exactly what happened to us after we installed a new photovoltaic system on the roof of our company headquarters. Excited about the potential savings, we didn\u2019t realize something was off until a few months later. 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