NTD Seeks Skilled Installers For Hybrid Products
Multi-skilled installers are being sought by solar energy company Natural Technology Developments (NTD), which has launched the first UK-designed and manufactured dual generation solar PV-T panel. North East-based NTD are the creators behind the Solar Angel panel, which combines PV and solar thermal technologies in a slimline panel and thanks to a unique cooling system generates both electricity and hot water. Tests have shown Solar Angel creates over four times more energy than using traditional PV panels, and it can be fully integrated with other renewable energy technologies including wind turbines and heat pumps.
NTD is now looking for multi-skilled installers, as managing director Paul Laidler explains: "We have had considerable interest in Solar Angel from architects and specifiers and we are steadily building up a database of installers who can help us meet anticipated demand.
"Because Solar Angel is an innovative product we are choosing our installer partners very carefully. We have designed the panel to be easy to install in order to cut installation times, reduce costs and benefit installers and the customer alike. And we are looking for installers who not only have plumbing and electrical skills, but also have the skill set required to integrate Solar Angel with other green technologies.
"We only want the best installer partners alongside us for the journey, and we are currently visiting potential partners around the UK as well as developing our own PVT training course for those who are interested in having their staff trained to install the Solar Angel product.
"Dual generation panels are set to lead the growth of the solar panel market, as businesses and consumers start to realise the investment benefits of a dual panel over individual solar thermal and PV panels, particularly where there is a high heat and power demand, so this is an exciting opportunity for installers to get involved."
NTD recently signed a three year manufacturing deal with Durham-based PV manufacturer Romag to produce its Solar Angel product. The business expects to achieve an £8 million turnover by the end of 2016 and create jobs and opportunities for installers across the UK.
