Quality Control in the Solar Industry

Photovoltaic Modules Inspection and Testing

Partner with HQTS to ensure that the photovoltaic (PV) modules you source adhere to safety and performance standards, and meet your quality standards.

We can help you reduce your risk of receiving faulty products and ensure that all stages in your project, from verifying your solar supplier, conducting a solar panel quality check to completing the PV project, conform to acceptable norms and applicable standards with our tailored PV quality control services.

Quality Control for Solar Panels, Inverters and Other Equipment

Quality control plays a crucial role in the manufacturing of PV modules. The process is highly intricate and involves several components, such as silicon cells, glass, and wiring. While the production process involves collaboration with multiple suppliers and manufacturers, making quality control challenging.

HQTS has decades of experience and is the preferred quality partner for businesses around renewable energy.

The main industries we serve in this category include:

• Photovoltaic Energy
• Wind Energy
• Power Generators and Equipment
• Energy & Power Plant

Solar Panel Inspections

We offer physical quality inspections of various photovoltaic components, including PV modules and inverters inspection, MMS, and other solar components or solar power plant equipment. 

Our skilled quality control inspector uses a checklist to evaluate your products at the solar manufacturing facility or on-site. This inspection covers visual inspection, quantity verification, field testing and measurements, and certification checks such as IEC, UL, and CE marking.

These inspections can be performed at various stages, including:

• Pre-Production Inspection
• In-process Inspection
• Pre-Shipment Inspection
• Piece-by-Piece Inspection
• Pre/Post-Commissioning Field Quality Inspections
• Port and Container Loading Supervision
• FAT witness test at Manufacturing Plants

Audits for Solar PV Modules

Apart from our quality control inspections for solar PV, we provide a variety of vendor assessment services. Whether you require an audit of solar panel manufacturers in China or an inverter factory in India, we can assist you with:

• Factory Audits
• Supplier Audits
• Social Compliance Audits

Photovoltaic Tests

HQTS can conduct diverse tests to identify any variations or issues in the performance of the solar equipment. These tests typically include:

• Onsite IV Curve Measurement
• Onsite electroluminescence testing
• Thermal Imaging
• AC/DC Side Testing
• Performance Guarantee Test
• Field Testing

Other Services

At HQTS, we are more than a solar panel inspection company. Our experienced technicians and inspectors possess in-depth knowledge of the photovoltaic industry, international standards, and quality management best practices. Besides quality control services, we also offer other services such as:

• Energy Audit and Management
• Project Management and Consulting
• QHSE Management
• System Design and Project Report
• Due Diligence Audits
• Feasibility Study
• EPC Management Services