Solrif® In-Roof Photovoltaics from Schweizer for Installers & Roofers
Prepare for the future with the Solrif® in-roof photovoltaic system. Offer your customers a superior, sustainable energy solution that combines design and efficiency. As an installer or roofer, Solrif® puts you at the forefront of technological development by enabling you to offer an innovative solution that is both environmentally friendly and financially attractive. Discover the benefits of the global market leader in in-roof photovoltaic solutions.
Discover the future of roofing for your home or business with Solrif®! The revolutionary in-roof photovoltaic system seamlessly combines environmental sustainability with cutting-edge aesthetics, offering a durable, weatherproof alternative to traditional roof tiles. Whether you want to transform your home into a self-sufficient power plant, preserve the charm of historic buildings or reduce the running costs of agricultural properties – Solrif® opens up new horizons for sustainable architecture. With over 20 years’ experience and more than 100,000 successfully completed projects, Solrif® stands for quality, innovation and design freedom. Shape the future – with Solrif®.
Solrif® – the solar roof of the future
Benefits for installers / roofers:
Easy installation: "Benefit from easy installation with requirements similar to those of a tiled roof. Our modular and insert system enables efficient and rapid installation at a rate of up to 20 modules per hour." Practical modular system: "Make your work easier with a system comprising just a few parts. The modules are simply slotted into place, saving time and simplifying the installation process."
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Speed and efficiency: "Maximise your productivity with the quick installation of our photovoltaic modules. The ease of use of our system enables projects to be carried out quickly and effectively."
Proven quality: "Put your trust in 20 years of experience and expertise. As a Swiss brand, Solrif® is the global market leader in in-roof photovoltaic solutions, renowned for reliability and quality."
Durability: "Offer your customers a long-lasting solution. The lifespan of our solar roof tiles, made from high-quality aluminium, matches that of traditional tiles and is patented, tested and certified." Your next steps:
Register in the online shop: "Start your journey with Solrif® by registering in our online shop."
Information material: "Expand your knowledge of Solrif® with our product brochure and study the installation guide as well as other specific instructions (eaves profile, installation template) in our online shop."
Modules: "Find a module manufacturer that is compatible with Solrif® to optimise your projects." Stay informed: "Register to receive valuable tips and updates on Solrif® by email."
Success stories: "Be inspired by our Solrif references and see what is possible with Solrif®."
Take the next step towards a more sustainable and efficient future. Register today and discover how Solrif® can expand your offering and revolutionise your projects. Join a growing community committed to quality, innovation and sustainability.
Turn your home into a power station
Are environmental awareness, high aesthetic quality and self-sufficient energy supply – from solar power right through to electric mobility – important to you? Solrif® meets your expectations, whether for detached or terraced houses, new builds or renovations. There are almost no limits to creative freedom in architecture, and Solrif® opens up a wide range of individual design options. PV panels are now available in various sizes and colours, making Solrif® a solution that is both sustainable and robust. Solrif® PV panels are installed directly onto the roof structure, just like clay tiles. Best of all, the solar roof pays for itself within eight to ten years, saving you the cost of conventional roofing and offering a sustainable long-term alternative.
Tobias Huber, Managing Director of deSonna GmbH
“For discerning aesthetic requirements, the roof integration of photovoltaics with Solrif® is the preferred and sustainable choice. What’s more, installation is simple and reliable – exactly what you’d expect from a Swiss system.”
Solrif® for detached and terraced houses
- Meets the highest aesthetic standards
- Complete self-sufficiency with solar power
- Great design flexibility
- Rapid payback thanks to high efficiency
- Low long-term energy costs
Bring public and commercial buildings into the age of solar energy
Viewed from an urban perspective, the potential of solar energy becomes clear. Particularly in cities and with public buildings, this potential has often been overlooked in the past – whether for reasons of townscape preservation or due to the structural integrity of older roofs, which cannot support the weight of rooftop PV systems. The Solrif® PV roof integration system offers an elegant solution to this challenge and even makes it possible to bring listed buildings into the age of solar energy. The environmental benefits and long-term savings potential are enormous, including for commercial buildings, where lower energy costs have a direct positive impact on the bottom line. Solrif® makes it easier for public institutions and the business sector to lead by example.
Dieter Hartenstein, Chartered Engineer and Architect (BDB), Hartenstein Architects, Altusried (Germany)
“A uniform appearance across the entire roof surface is essential. The Solrif® PV roof integration system is an excellent way to achieve this.”
Solrif® for public buildings and commercial premises
- An elegant solution that blends in with the local landscape
- Full or partial roofing solutions available
- Weather-resistant, durable and maintenance-free
- Significant potential for energy cost savings
- An ecological statement to residents and customers
Make use of solar energy directly from your farm
Environmental awareness is particularly strong in the agricultural sector. Where the preservation of nature and the landscape is a priority, Solrif® offers a solution to the problem of unsightly technical installations. Thanks to the wide range of colour and size options, the photovoltaic panels can be seamlessly integrated into the landscape. Farmers can use them to generate electricity for their own consumption or for resale, whilst the positive carbon footprint benefits the environment. This makes the Solrif® solar roof the roof of the future, particularly in rural areas – aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly.
Luis Garabito, Managing Director of WINDGATE Energietechnik
“The Solrif® PV roof integration system makes a strong visual impression with its attractive appearance, featuring virtually frameless modules, and its high quality.”
Solrif® for farms
- Exclusively green electricity generation
- Self-sufficiency with solar power
- Available in a range of sizes and colours
- Blends harmoniously into the landscape and cultural surroundings
- Long-term reduction in operating costs
- Also suitable for listed buildings
How would you like to design your Solrif® solar roof?
With the Solrif® PV roof integration system, you have complete design freedom when creating your solar roof. It can be installed as either a full or partial roof. A variety of formats and colours of photovoltaic panels are available. Skylights, chimneys, ventilation pipes and other obstacles are seamlessly integrated. Blind modules ensure a uniform appearance, and snow guards guarantee safety.
A comprehensive range that impresses
Easy handling and installation thanks to a modular system. The Solrif® PV roof integration system can be used on a wide variety of pitched roofs. Both simple solutions for partial areas and complete roof coverings with cut-outs for skylights or chimneys are possible. The modular, tile-like design allows for quick and easy installation. Modules can be removed at any time and replaced if necessary. Thanks to the intelligent modular system, installation is simple and efficient – up to 20 modules can be installed per hour.
Proven quality from the solar pioneers
It is no coincidence that Schweizer is the global market leader in PV roof integration systems. As early as the 1990s, Schweizer redefined quality standards with the development of the Solrif® system. These standards remain in force today and are guaranteed for every Solrif® product. This means that quality ‘Made in Switzerland’ can still be guaranteed today.
Planning made easy with Solar.Pro.Tool from Schweizer
The web-based planning software supports you throughout the entire planning process. All project data can be entered directly and efficiently. Various simple building models are available for initial assessments. Through the use of GIS data, even complex roof structures can be quickly captured and, where available, CAD plans can also be integrated. Partial roofs in combination with tiled roofing or complete roofs are automatically optimised and designed. Structural calculations and load limit checks are carried out automatically. An integrated tool based on Polysun is available for electrical planning and yield simulation.
Seamless compatibility with all standard PV modules
The Solrif® PV roof integration system is compatible with high-quality PV modules. Solrif® modules and installation accessories are available from us, deSonna GmbH, in our online shop. You can find all available PV modules here.
10 good reasons to choose Solrif®
Aesthetic: As a fully integrated, high-quality solar roof, Solrif® suits every building and fits into any townscape, from modern to listed.
Proven: With Solrif®, Schweizer has been a global leader in roof-integrated PV solutions for over 20 years, with more than 100,000 roofs installed.
High-yield: The open underside of the modules allows for self-cleaning and the sliding off of snow.
Up-to-date: Solrif® is always at the cutting edge of technology, thanks to the use of Solrif® modules from leading European brands.
Compatible: Solrif® is available with PV modules in various formats and colours from leading European manufacturers.
High-quality: Solrif® is manufactured from high-quality materials, with aluminium frames and stainless steel fixings.
Flexible: Solrif® is suitable for all pitched roofs, offers flexibility in size and layout, and adapts to all standard roof pitches. Obstacles such as skylights or chimneys are taken into account, and challenging situations can be resolved using blank modules.
Straightforward: Solrif® enables simple planning using Schweizer’s web-based planning software Solar.Pro.Tool, which provides comprehensive documentation of the system, from structural design and electrical layout to roof plans and parts lists.
User-friendly: Installation on a roof truss is carried out in the same way as with tiles: large-format tiles are laid loosely on battens using storm clips.
Durable: Long service life thanks to high-quality materials – patented, tested and certified.