Revolutionizing Solar Panel Maintenance: The Water-Free Cleaning Breakthrough for Rooftop and Ground Projects

The quest to harness solar energy in India has been significantly bolstered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious targets for 2030. This initiative aligns with the nation's solar mission, aiming to leverage renewable energy while addressing environmental challenges. However, the deployment and maintenance of solar projects, both rooftop and ground-mounted, face the critical challenge of dust accumulation on solar panels. This dust deposition leads to a notable reduction in power output, necessitating frequent cleaning.
 
In the context of India's pressing water scarcity issues, exacerbated by depleting groundwater levels across various regions, the need for innovative solutions is paramount. Recognizing this urgent requirement, Frank Industrial Corporation, a firm with deep expertise in dry and wet filtration and separation processes, has introduced a ground-breaking solution. The company has developed the Frank Solar Mop, a patented device designed specifically for the waterless cleaning of solar panels in both megawatt-scale projects and rooftop installations. This innovation not only conserves valuable water resources but also ensures the maintenance of solar panels' efficiency, claiming to restore up to 99 percent of power output.
 
The Frank Solar Mop stands out for its cost-effectiveness, ease of use, and impressive performance. It has been successfully implemented in over 150 major solar projects across India and has also found markets in Dubai, Egypt, and several African countries. The device, which comes in two variants—the DCM1000 for dry cleaning and the WCM1000 for wet cleaning—caters to different cleaning needs. The DCM1000 is designed to remove dust smoothly without causing friction or damage to the panels, while the WCM1000, aimed at wet cleaning, reduces water usage by 50 percent and minimizes both labour effort and cleaning time, a single WCM1000 cleans 55000 plus panels. 
 
Remarkably, a single operator with DCM1000 can clean between 3500-4000 Panels within the eight-hour shift, with intermittent dedusting of the mop depending on the dust load.
 
Developed by a team of qualified professionals with expertise in technical textiles and adhering to solar cleaning guidelines, the Frank Solar Mop's unique design facilitates efficient cleaning by even non-specialist users. This aligns with Frank Industrial Corporation's vision of contributing to a self-reliant India, a dream passionately shared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
 
Located in Vadodara, Gujarat, Frank Industrial Corporation's innovation represents a significant step forward in addressing the dual challenges of solar panel maintenance and water conservation. The Frank Solar Mop is not just a product but a testament to the potential for sustainable solutions in the renewable energy sector, paving the way for a cleaner, more efficient, and water-wise future.

- Naresh Damar, Founder & CEO, Frank Industrial Corporation