CNC Machines for the Solar Industry

Machining Solutions for Solar Industry Applications

We develop fully customized machine tool solutions using the world’s best CNC equipment from industry-leading builder partners, including FANUC, Kiwa, Nakamura-Tome, OKK, Methods, and Yasda. Combined with our engineering services, our CNC machines deliver numerous advantages for precision manufacturers in the solar energy industry.

Precision – Our machine tools produce complex parts for manufacturing solar power panels and components. These components must be produced with high-quality finishes and high accuracy for extended operation.

Speed – The operating speeds of our machines deliver high throughput, making it possible to turn out accurate and precise components faster. Automated material handling and shuttle systems further optimize cycle times.

Consistency – Our machines, built to exacting specifications, produce consistent results for a hundred pieces or multiples of hundreds. Also, automated solutions eliminate variables in materials handling and work handling.

Precision Parts for Manufacturing Solar Panels

Precision-machined parts provide the foundation of quality and reliability needed for energy-producing solar cells that contribute to the longevity and performance of solar panels. Parts made from various metals must withstand environmental conditions without damaging the array.

Common Solar Energy Components

• Frames
• Rear rails
• Handling rails
• Prototypes
• Brackets

CNC Machines For The Solar Power Industry

Customers manufacturing solar panels partner with us for access to the latest CNC machining equipment and application engineering services. Our CNC machining equipment for solar panel manufacturing includes:

Vertical 3- and 5-axis Machines – These best-in-class vertical milling machines for solar panel manufacturing handle hard-to-machine materials and perform the repetitive heavy-duty cutting. Our 3- and 5-axis vertical machining centers handle complex tooling of curved materials and precision hole cutting.

Horizontal 3- and 5-axis Machines – Our rugged horizontal mills long into the future.

EDM – Our electrical discharge machining (EDM) solutions support solar panel manufacturing applications requiring accuracy, efficiency, and throughput when you need precise holes drilled or complex shapes formed from hard metals or difficult-to-machine materials.

Digital Optical Comparators – This technology combines image analysis with multiple axes of motion to properly analyze manufactured parts from all sides and directions for exact measurements.

More CNC Engineering Services and Solutions

We offer value-added engineering services that streamline the manufacturing and production of solar energy cells and power-generating equipment.

• Machine Automation – Our engineers work with your team to plan, design, and implement automated CNC machining solutions that elevate your bottom line while increasing production output, job capacity, and revenue.
• Full Turnkey – We offer customized CNC machines, application engineering, and training so your new equipment can be up and running from day one.
• Process Development – Our engineers optimize your manufacturing processes by integrating the best machine tools, technologies, and workflows that support your business goals.
• Machine and Tool Selection – Our experts help you pick the best machine tools that support solar energy production operations.
• Part Workholding- Our engineers develop optimal work-holding solutions for new or existing CNC equipment that improve material handling and throughput.
• Options and Accessories – In addition to machines, we carry a range of accessories, including cooling systems, pallet shuttles, presetters, and more.

Get the Methods Difference

We know your machining challenges – the need for speed, precision, accuracy, and ROI. Many of our engineering and support staff have been where you are. The best solutions for machining parts for solar panels come from the best equipment and experts who help you get the most out of your CNC machines.

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