WOLFU Solar Panel Recycling Equipment

WOLFU solar panel recycling equipment is a fully automated processing line that dismantles and recycles end-of-life photovoltaic (PV) modules — recovering glass, aluminum frames, silicon, copper, and silver with a separation rate of up to 95%. Engineered for recyclers, EPC contractors, and utility-scale solar farms, our recycling line turns decommissioned solar panels into profitable secondary raw materials.

Product Details

Specifications

Item Specification
Product Name Solar Panel Recycling Equipment
Brand WOLFU
Capacity 1,000 kg/h
Recovery Rate ≥95%
Power ≈200 kW
Automation PLC + HMI

How It Works

  • Step 1 | Automatic Frame Removal: robotic/mechanical frame stripper detaches aluminum frames in 25–40 seconds per panel.
  • Step 2 | Glass Separation: hot-knife / laser edge cutting lifts the tempered glass with minimal cell breakage.
  • Step 3 | Shredding & Crushing: two-stage shredder and crusher reduce the remaining laminate to 5–20 mm fragments.
  • Step 4 | Multi-Layer Sorting: electrostatic + air-flow + vibration separators split glass, metals, silicon powder, and EVA/backsheet.

Applications

  • Utility-scale solar farm decommissioning & repowering projects
  • E-waste and metal recyclers expanding into PV recycling
  • Solar panel manufacturers running take-back and closed-loop programs
  • Government / utility PV waste collection and processing centers

FAQ

Q: Is solar panel recycling profitable?

A: Yes. With 70% glass, 13% aluminum, plus silicon, copper, and silver recovered per tonne, most operators reach payback in 1.5–3 years depending on gate fees and local material prices.

Q: How much does solar panel recycling equipment cost?

A: Contact for factory price.

Q: What panel sizes can it process?

A: Standard lines handle 1,200 × 2,300 mm modules of any thickness; customized infeed covers special or framed/bifacial panels.

Q: Do you offer installation and training overseas?

A: Yes. WOLFU provides on-site commissioning, operator training, English documentation.

Q: What is the delivery time?

A: 45–60 days for standard models after deposit.

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