For years, photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) technology has represented a powerful but largely untapped opportunity in the solar industry. The ability to produce both electricity and thermal energy from the same array footprint offers clear economic and operational advantages for commercial and institutional customers. But complexity, installation challenges, and commissioning risk have limited PVT adoption, and, as a result, restricted installer participation.
Tyll Solar is changing that. By re-engineering PVT from the ground up, we have created a system that is practical, repeatable, and installer-ready, opening the door for solar contractors to confidently expand into hybrid energy solutions without taking on disproportionate risk.
The Core Problem: Traditional PVT Was Not Designed for Installers
Inconveniences in conventional PVT systems have stifled adoption, including:- Complex plumbing integrations
- Manual air-purging and system balancing
- Extended commissioning time
- Increased dependency on specialty trades
- Higher risk during startup and maintenance
The Tyll Solar Solution: PVT Built for the Real World
Tyll Solar’s hybrid PVT solution eliminates the traditional barriers to PVT adoption through systems engineering that prioritizes fast installation, consistent performance, and long-term reliability in the field.
Key features include:
1. Installation Inspired by Standard PV Workflows
The system integrates seamlessly with standard PV racking and mounting practices that installers are already familiar with. Panels mount with standard 35mm clamps, reducing training time and keeping installation efficiency high.
2. Plug-and-Play Hydronic Connections
Pre-engineered hose kits and quick-connect fluid fittings streamline thermal loop integration, cutting installation time, reducing field errors, and eliminating much of the complexity traditionally associated with solar thermal plumbing.
3. Automated Commissioning, No More Manual Guesswork
At the core of the platform is the modular Tyll SmartBox™ pump station. Utilizing intelligent controls, this component automates filling, air purging and thermal system setup—removing one of the biggest bottlenecks in traditional PVT installs. Installers no longer need to manually cycle pumps and valves, or navigate complex startup procedures, making commissioning faster, cleaner and far more reliable.
4. Built-in Smart System Optimization
The system automatically balances thermal and electrical outputs based on real-time operating conditions. This means installers are not responsible for ongoing manual tuning, and customers benefit from optimized performance without operational complexity.
5. Reduced Risk During Startup and Over the System Life
By standardizing installation, commissioning, and controls, Tyll Solar minimizes project-to-project variability. The result is greater installer confidence and a system that can be deployed consistently and reliably at scale.Benefits for Installers
Tyll Solar’s approach enables installers to:- Expand service offerings beyond standard PV
- Enter the PVT market without needing advanced thermal or plumbing expertise
- Deploy systems without large staffing increases or specialized crews
- Deliver higher-value solutions to commercial and industrial clients
- Help customers mitigate rising heating and energy costs
- Align with renewable and energy efficiency initiatives
A Better End-User Experience, Enabled by Smarter Installation
With a system that installs and commissions more easily, end users gain higher total energy output per square meter and more resilient on-site energy resources. Tyll Solar’s system reduces the facility’s carbon footprint, accelerates payback, and helps shield customers from utility price volatility across both heat and electricity. The system’s built-in automation minimizes operational burden for owners and operators, ensuring consistent long-term performance without added complexity.