«A world first. One facade and the roof of the building constructed by SwissINSO, in collaboration with Lausanne's EPFL university and Romande Energie, are covered with photovoltaic panels»
In recently inaugurated EPFL solar park, one building stands out from the others. The building, which was equipped by SwissINSO, does not go unnoticed due to its façade, the whole of which is blue. But it is not only its alluring appearance which is noteworthy, for the façade also has a functionality that is totally innovative. «This is a world first," said Rafic Hanbali, CEO of the company. Up until now, solar panels have all been black or dark blue and unattractive, with visible components such as cells, bars, or tubes. They have traditionally been used only on certain parts of roofs, and practically never on facades.»
CONSTRUCTION: METAL IN ALL ITS STATES
«In the construction industry, metal is the sector which has evolved the most in recent decades»
Monthly programme on architecture, engineering and the living environment, produced in partnership with the Department of Transport, Equipment and Environment of the State of Valais Trades Bureau, SIA Swiss Society of Engineers and Architects, Lignum Valais, University of HES-SO Valais/Wallis. Presented by Fabien Gillioz
CHOOSE A QUALITY CONTRACTOR!
«After eight years, they can enjoy their conservatory»
With Cédric Carron, a member of the Valais Association of Metal Construction Companies (AVEM), and executive director of Acomet SA
French-speaking Swiss television programme
A Bon Entendeur (ABE), 3 December 2013 (5 min 37)
CHOOSE A LOCAL CONTRACTOR!
«The cheap option is invariably too expensive»
Report and interview with Stefan Imhof, president of AVEM, the Valais Association of Metal Construction Companies, and presence in the studio of Cédric Carron, member of AVEM and executive director of Acomet SA
INTERVIEW WITH M. A. EGLI, DIRECTOR OF ACOMET SA
«Photovoltaics in the race for supermarkets»