PowerFilm, Inc.
PowerFilm Solar is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in custom solar solutions for commercial, industrial, government, and specialty applications. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Ames, Iowa, PowerFilm designs, engineers, and assembles its solar products in the United States. PowerFilm works with OEMs, fleet operators, equipment manufacturers, system integrators, government agencies, and distributors to develop solar solutions for applications where standard glass panels may not be practical. Key markets include commercial trucking, autonomous agriculture, uncrewed maritime systems, military operations, golf cars and low-speed vehicles, remote monitoring, and portable power. The company manufactures lightweight, flexible, and durable solar panels using proprietary thin-film technology and high-efficiency crystalline solar cells. Products include custom solar modules, adhesive SemiFlex panels, flexible SuperFlex panels, foldable and rollable solar chargers, component panels, and complete solar systems. PowerFilm can customize panel size, shape, voltage, wattage, materials, mounting method, connectors, and electrical configuration. Its engineering team supports customers from initial concept and prototyping through testing, validation, and production. PowerFilm solar systems can maintain vehicle batteries and support liftgates, telematics, auxiliary power units, refrigeration units, and other electrical loads. On autonomous platforms, solar can supplement batteries, extend runtime, support sensors and communications, and reduce charging or recovery requirements. With decades of solar engineering experience, flexible manufacturing capabilities, and U.S.-based technical support, PowerFilm serves as a long-term development partner for organizations integrating solar into demanding real-world applications.
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- The Horizon Blog homepage
- PowerFilm vs. The Competition: Real-World Testing Proves PowerFilm Solar Panels Deliver More Power for Trucking Fleets blog
- How Solar Power Enhances Liftgate Reliability in Commercial Trucking blog
- How Solar Power Can Keep Your Truck's Starting Batteries Charged and Ready homepage
- How PowerFilm Helped GEM Build a Better Solar Solution for Their Low-Speed Electric Vehicles homepage
- One Month - Zero Engine Starts: How Truck Solar Panels Reduced Idling and Battery Failures at C.R. England homepage
- Leveling The Playing Field homepage
- Solar Situation: An Interview With Frank Jeffrey homepage
- Solar Energy Harvesting for IoT Explained homepage
- Solar Energy Harvesting for IoT Explained homepage
- How to Power Devices Anywhere with Flexible LightSaver Solar Charging Solutions homepage
- PowerFilm Extreme Durability Test homepage
- Understanding Battery Life homepage
- The Triple Test homepage
- Solar Intensity: Looks Can Be Deceiving homepage
- Solar Panel Encapsulation: Why It Matters homepage
- Energy Harvesting Methods homepage
- How To Solar Power Your IoT Devices homepage
- Solar Power For Commercial IoT homepage
- Solar Power For Consumer IoT homepage
- Solar Power For Industrial IoT homepage
- Which IoT Radio Is Best? homepage
- Whole Cells vs Cut Cells: What's The Difference? homepage
- What Is The Staebler-Wronski Effect? homepage
- How Does Partial Shade Affect Different Types of Solar Panels? homepage
- What Makes A Wireless Protocol Low Power homepage
- Seasonality of Solar homepage
- Do IoT Devices Really Need Batteries? homepage
- Benefits of Single Cell Solar Designs homepage
- Solar Energy Harvesting vs Coin Cell Battery: Which is Better? homepage
- What Features Are Most Important For Energy Harvesting PMICs? homepage
- Six Questions To Ask Before Designing A Solar Solution homepage
- What You Need To Know About Indoor Solar homepage
- Characterizing Your Indoor PV Energy Harvesting Environment: 5 Key Factors homepage
- How To Connect Flexible Solar To A PC Board homepage
- Benefits Of Using Thin-Film Solar With A Flexible PC Board homepage
- How to Size a Solar Panel for an IoT Device homepage
- Why Wearables Need Single Cell Solar Modules homepage
- Soltronix Semi-Flexible Solar Solutions homepage
- How To Develop An Energy Harvesting Power Budget For An IoT Device homepage
- How To Design Perpetual IoT Edge Devices Using Solar PMIC and Supercap Technology homepage
- How To Solar Charge Your eBike With Lightweight and Portable Solar Panels homepage
- Solar Energy Harvesting Tools and Flexible PV Cells for IoT Devices homepage
- How To Power Your Ham Radio with Portable and Lightweight Solar Panels homepage
- Solar Charge Controllers: What They Are, Why You Need One, and Which is Best homepage
- How To Optimize Charging for IoT Solar Energy Harvesting Applications homepage
- Amorphous vs. Crystalline: How To Determine The Best Solar Technology For Your Application homepage
- Our Design Process: Learn How We Help You Create A Custom Solar Product homepage
- Which Battery Chemistry is Best: A Comprehensive Comparison homepage
- Accelerate Your Custom Solar Solutions with a US-based Manufacturer homepage
- Which Portable Solar Technology Is Best: A Primer homepage
- How To Mitigate Your Truck Batteries Parasitic Draw with Solar Panels homepage
- Farmote Systems' Solar-Powered IoT Device Increases Farmer's Profits by Over $100k homepage
- How To Solar Power Your Golf Car or LSV The Easy Way homepage
- Comprehensive Guide: Solar Power Budgeting and System Design + Step-by-Step Example homepage
- The Ultimate Guide to Solar Panels for Transportation Refrigeration Units: Boosting Efficiency, Reliability, and Savings homepage
- Boost Your Truck’s Diesel or Electric APU Efficiency and Save Money with Solar Panels homepage
- Why Solar Power is the Key to Reliable Telematics in Commercial Trucks homepage
- The Fleet Manager’s Guide to Solar Power: 5 Key Applications for Commercial Trucks homepage
- Does Solar Work When a Truck's Engine Is Running? Debunking the Myth for Fleet Managers homepage
- Solar Cell Efficiency Explained: How It’s Measured and Why It Matters homepage
- Can Solar Panels Handle the Toughest Road Conditions? A Look at Durability in Commercial Trucking homepage
- How Temperature Impacts the Design and Performance of Amorphous and Crystalline Silicon Solar Panels homepage
- Can Solar Panels Improve Efficiency in Commercial Trucking? homepage
- Maxeon Solar Cells: The Superior Choice for High-Performance Solar Power homepage
- What's The Return on Investment for a Commercial Trucking Solar Solution? homepage
- Solar Panels vs. Batteries vs. Power Supplies: What You Need to Know homepage
- How Extreme Weather Causes Truck Battery Failure and How Solar Prevents It homepage
- Outdoor vs. Indoor Solar Panels: Key Differences, Use Cases, and Performance Considerations homepage
- Will A Solar Panel Work Behind a Window? homepage
- Solar Intensity Explained: Why Solar Panel Performance Depends on More Than Sunshine homepage
- The Complete Guide to Solar-Powered Ham Radio Field Day Stations homepage
- How Solar Extends Runtime for Autonomous Agricultural Robots homepage
- How Solar Supports Persistent Autonomy in Uncrewed Maritime Systems homepage