SBFC
SOLUTIONS
Photovoltaic & Renewable Energy
Solar Solutions for Homes, Businesses and Agriculture.
SBFC Solutions supplies and supports photovoltaic systems across residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and electric mobility applications. Offices in Portugal, Luxembourg, Germany, and across Africa and Latin America.
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20+ Years in High-Tech Materials
Offices on 3 Continents
Domestic, Commercial & Agricultural PV
EV Charging Infrastructure
Technical Support Included
WHAT WE OFFER
Six Areas of Solar Application
SBFC Solutions works across domestic, commercial, industrial, architectural, agricultural, and electric-mobility projects. Each area has its own products, considerations, and project path.
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RESIDENTIAL
Domestic Solar
Solar panels, inverters, LiFePO4 batteries, and EV wall chargers for homes. SBFC supplies a documented domestic kit — the 20 kW package — and can advise on configuration and installation options.
- Solar panels + hybrid inverter + battery
- Home EV charging point
- Equipment supply and technical support
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ARCHITECTURE
Building-Integrated PV (BIPV)
Solar materials that replace or integrate with conventional building surfaces. Includes the Solar Tile Bent — a terracotta-style solar tile suited to heritage buildings and complex roofs.
- Solar Tile Bent for complex or heritage roofs
- Designed to preserve building appearance
- Operates at extra-low voltage (SELV)
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E-MOBILITY
Electric Vehicle Charging
EV charging infrastructure including solar-integrated solutions and the Solar Car-Charging Palm. The Seeligg platform supports multi-charger management, usage reporting, and payment handling.
- Solar Palm for car parks and public areas
- Wall-mounted home EV chargers
- Seeligg multi-charger management platform
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AGRICULTURE
Agri-Photovoltaics
Dual land-use systems that generate solar power above agricultural land. The same ground supports both crops and solar generation — with panel spacing and light levels adjustable by crop type.
- Solar generation above existing farmland
- Adjustable panel spacing for different crops
- Potential to power on-site equipment
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COMMERCIAL
Industrial Solar
Solar energy for commercial and industrial facilities. Rising energy prices affect manufacturing costs directly — SBFC provides consultancy, equipment, and technical support for larger installations.
- Project consultancy and system design
- Equipment supply for commercial scale
- Technical support throughout
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SIGNATURE PRODUCT
Solar Car-Charging Palm
A solar-powered EV charging structure shaped as a palm tree. Each unit includes solar panels, a battery, and an inverter — and can charge vehicles without a grid connection.
- Integrated solar panels, battery, and inverter
- No permanent grid connection needed
- Deployed at NOS Alive, Petrotec, Apametal
Not sure which area applies to your project?
Describe what you're trying to do and we'll point you to the right solution.
BACKGROUND
Where SBFC Comes From
20+
YEARS IN HIGH-TECH MATERIALS
2021
SBFC HIGHTECH FOUNDED
3
CONTINENTS WITH OFFICES OR PARTNERS
6+
COUNTRIES WITH ACTIVE CONTACTS
SBFC Hightech was founded in 2021 following a management buyout of a portion of Merck KGaA's optoelectronics business unit. SBFC Solutions is the renewable energy commercial arm built on that materials background.
How It Works
From Enquiry to Working System
SBFC handles consultancy, equipment supply, and technical support. Installation is coordinated with qualified local partners. The process varies by project type - here is a general outline.
Initial Consultation
You describe your project - site, goals, scale. We clarify what products and configurations apply and advise on what's realistic.
System Specification
We define the equipment, layout, and configuration appropriate for your application. Domestic kits are pre-defined; larger projects are scoped individually.
Equipment Supply
SBFC supplies the photovoltaic components, batteries, inverters, and associated materials. Installation support is coordinated depending on location and project type.
Technical Support
SBFC provides technical support during and after setup. The scope depends on the project - ask us what's included for your situation.
Project Example
The Solar Tile Bent in Use
BIPV — Solar Tile Bent
Building-Integrated Solar on a Complex Roof
The Solar Tile Bent is designed for roofs where conventional flat panels aren't suitable — heritage buildings, curved surfaces, or planning-restricted areas. The following figures are published on the SBFC product page for the Solar Tile Bent system.
1,400 m²
Roof area (example installation)
144 kWp
Installed capacity
18,000
Solar roof tiles used
125,000
kWh annual yield (stated)
Figures are as published on the Solar Tile Bent product page. Actual results depend on roof orientation, local irradiance, and system configuration.
Solar Car-Charging Palm
Solar-powered EV charging — no permanent grid connection required
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Built from Merck KGaA's
Optoelectronics Division
SBFC Hightech was founded in 2021 after a management buyout of part of Merck KGaA's optoelectronics unit, bringing over 20 years of high-tech materials experience.
ABOUT SBFC SOLUTIONS
High-Tech Materials Background, Applied to Solar
SBFC Hightech was founded in March 2021 following a management buyout of a portion of Merck KGaA's optoelectronics business unit. The team brings over 20 years of experience developing and manufacturing high-tech materials.
SBFC Solutions is the commercial and renewables arm of that group — focused on photovoltaic products, project consultancy, and technical support. The product range covers domestic kits through to building-integrated solar materials, agri-photovoltaic systems, and EV charging infrastructure.
- Commercial representation for SBFC Hightech renewable ranges
- Project consultancy services
- Custom PV solution advice and specification
- Technical support and installation guidance
KNOWN DEPLOYMENTS
Where SBFC Products Have Been Used
The following projects are referenced on the SBFC website. They illustrate the range of applications the product range supports.
NOS Alive Festival
A Solar Palm was deployed at NOS Alive for charging mobile phones and iPads — operating without a permanent grid connection.
Solar PalmEventsPortugal
Cafés Delta
A Solar Palm was used to power a Cafés Delta capsule coffee machine — a solar-autonomous installation at an event or commercial venue.
Solar PalmEventsPortugal
Petrotec & Apametal
Solar Palm units installed at Petrotec (Guimarães) and Apametal (Sintra) industrial parks for EV fleet charging. Both installations are referenced on the Solar Palm product page.
Solar PalmIndustrialE-Mobility
Project details as referenced on sbfc-solutions.com. Full project information available on request.
FAQ
Common Questions
These cover what we're regularly asked. For anything specific to your project, use the contact form and we'll respond directly.
What types of project does SBFC work on?
SBFC Solutions works across domestic, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and architectural solar applications, as well as EV charging infrastructure. Projects have included domestic solar kits, building-integrated solar tiles, agri-photovoltaic systems, and Solar Palm EV charging installations at industrial parks and public events.
Which countries do you supply to?
SBFC has offices and contacts in Portugal, Luxembourg, Germany, Brazil, Peru, Mozambique, and Algeria. If your project is in a different country, contact us — we can discuss whether supply and support is feasible for your location.
Does SBFC handle installation?
SBFC provides equipment supply, project consultancy, and technical support. Installation support and coordination varies by project type and location. Contact us to discuss what's available for your specific situation.
What is the Solar Tile Bent?
The Solar Tile Bent is a building-integrated photovoltaic tile designed to look like a traditional terracotta roof tile while generating electricity. It is suited to heritage buildings, complex roof shapes, and situations where conventional panels are not appropriate. It operates at extra-low voltage (SELV) and includes shadow optimisation.
What is the Solar Car-Charging Palm?
The Solar Car-Charging Palm is a standalone solar-powered EV charging structure incorporating solar panels, a battery, and an inverter. It can charge vehicles and devices without a permanent grid connection. It has been installed at industrial parks, festivals, and commercial venues. Contact us to discuss specification and availability.
NEXT STEP
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Whether you have a clear spec or just an early-stage idea, use the contact form to get in touch. We'll respond with information relevant to your project and location.
SBFC
SOLAR ONE
Photovoltaics, e-Mobility, inverters, business applications, and electric mobility. Built on 20+ years of high-tech materials expertise.
GLOBAL OFFICES
- Chicago, United States (HQ)
+1 312 809 355 - Luxembourg: +352 621 176 837
- Germany, Greifswald: +49 3834 52 3870
- Lisbon: +351 910 133 4409
- Email: [email protected]
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