Photovoltaic curtain wall system with horizontal exposed frame

By introducing a horizontal connecting component into the photovoltaic curtain wall system, the first connecting frame and pressure plate form a horizontal exposed frame, solving the problem of photovoltaic glass detachment, enhancing structural stability and aesthetics, and ensuring the practicality of the photovoltaic curtain wall.

CN223974775UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06SHAN XI ZHONG YI JIAN ZHI HUI LV SE NENG YUAN JIAN ZHU YAN JIU YUAN YOU XIAN GONG SI
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Application Number
CN202423304199.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2024-12-31
Publication Date
2026-03-06
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-31

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Technical Problem

In existing photovoltaic curtain wall systems, the fully concealed frame installation method poses a risk of photovoltaic glass detachment during long-term use, affecting the integrity and practicality of the system.

Method used

The first connecting frame, the first fastener, and the pressure plate in the horizontal connecting assembly are used to form a visible horizontal frame, which enhances the horizontal edge connection of the photovoltaic module, and the combination of the cover plate and the pressure plate enhances the structural stability.

Benefits of technology

This improves the structural stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system, reduces the risk of photovoltaic glass detachment, ensures the integrity and practicality of the photovoltaic curtain wall, and maintains its aesthetic appeal.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of photovoltaic power generation, and relates to a photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame, which comprises a plurality of photovoltaic modules. A vertical connecting assembly is arranged between the vertical edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules; a transverse connecting assembly is arranged between the transverse edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules; the transverse connecting assembly comprises a cross beam, a first connecting frame, a pressing plate, a first fastener and a cover plate; the first connecting frame is connected with the cross beam; the pressing plate is connected with the first connecting frame through a first fastener; the cover plate sleeves one side, away from the cross beam, of the pressing plate; the first connecting frame and the first fastener in the transverse connecting assembly are matched with the pressing plate, transverse edge connection of two adjacent photovoltaic modules of the photovoltaic curtain wall system is achieved, the pressing plate is connected with the cover plate to form a visible horizontal exposed frame, the structural stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system is enhanced, the falling risk caused by insufficient strength of photovoltaic glass is reduced, and the service life of the photovoltaic curtain wall system is prolonged. And the integrity of the photovoltaic curtain wall is ensured.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photovoltaic power generation technology, specifically to a photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame. Background Technology

[0002] Photovoltaic power generation, as an important technology in the field of renewable energy, has received widespread attention and application in recent years. Among them, photovoltaic curtain walls, as a model of integrating photovoltaic power generation technology with buildings, can not only effectively utilize solar energy to generate electricity, but also serve as the building's external envelope, combining aesthetics and practicality.

[0003] Existing technologies have conducted some research on photovoltaic curtain wall systems. See patent document application number 201911161312.X, which discloses a frameless photovoltaic glass curtain wall. This system mainly consists of aluminum alloy vertical frames, aluminum alloy horizontal frames, transparent glass panels, and photovoltaic glass panels. The bottom of the aluminum alloy vertical frames is connected to the aluminum alloy horizontal frames by welding. Both have a frame formed on one side, and the transparent glass panel is fixed to one side of the frame by adhesive bonding. During installation, the aluminum alloy vertical and horizontal frames at each node are pre-installed first. Then, the main keel is fixed inside the aluminum alloy vertical frames, and the secondary keel is fixed on top of the main keel. Next, the transparent glass panel and photovoltaic glass panel are placed into the frame composed of the main keel, secondary keel, and frame, thus realizing the installation of the transparent glass panel and photovoltaic glass panel. Finally, the aluminum alloy vertical and horizontal frames are assembled with the various nodes to complete the assembly of the entire photovoltaic curtain wall.

[0004] Therefore, by embedding transparent glass panels and photovoltaic glass panels into the concealed frame structure composed of the main keel, secondary keel, and frame, a fully concealed frame installation of photovoltaic glass is achieved, improving the overall aesthetics of the photovoltaic curtain wall. However, due to the low strength of photovoltaic glass, the fully concealed frame installation method carries the risk of photovoltaic glass detaching during long-term use. Once the photovoltaic glass detaches, the integrity of the photovoltaic curtain wall is compromised, reducing its practicality. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the technical problem that the fully concealed frame installation method in the background technology poses a risk of photovoltaic glass detachment during long-term use, thereby compromising the integrity of the photovoltaic curtain wall, this utility model provides a photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame.

[0006] This utility model includes a photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame. The first connecting frame, the first fastener, and the pressure plate in the horizontal connecting component cooperate to realize the horizontal edge connection of two adjacent photovoltaic modules in the photovoltaic curtain wall system. The cover plate connected to the pressure plate forms a visible horizontal exposed frame, which enhances the structural stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system, reduces the risk of falling off due to insufficient strength of photovoltaic glass, ensures the integrity of the photovoltaic curtain wall, and improves the practicality of the photovoltaic curtain wall.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0008] A photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame includes multiple photovoltaic modules arranged in an array; a vertical connecting component is provided between the vertical edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules; a horizontal connecting component is provided between the horizontal edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules; the horizontal connecting component includes a beam, a first connecting frame, a pressure plate, a first fastener, and a cover plate; the beam is connected to the horizontal edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules; the first connecting frame is connected to the beam and is located between the horizontal edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules; the pressure plate is connected to the first connecting frame via the first fastener; the cover plate is fitted onto the side of the pressure plate away from the beam and extends to the light-facing surface of the photovoltaic module, forming a visible horizontal exposed frame.

[0009] In one specific implementation scheme, each photovoltaic module is provided with a photovoltaic module junction box at the end near the lateral connection component.

[0010] In one specific implementation, a clearance cavity is formed between the cover plate and the pressure plate; the end of the first fastener near the light-facing surface of the photovoltaic module is located within the clearance cavity.

[0011] In one specific implementation scheme, the vertical connection assembly includes a column, a longitudinal connector fixedly connected to the column, and a transverse connector connected to the longitudinal connector; the vertical end of the photovoltaic module is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove; the end of the transverse connector away from the longitudinal connector extends into the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0012] In one specific implementation, the longitudinal connector includes a second connecting frame and a second fastener; the second connecting frame is connected to the transverse connector via the second fastener.

[0013] In one specific implementation, the lateral connector includes a left pressure block and a right pressure block; each of the left and right pressure blocks is connected to a second fastener, and the ends of the left and right pressure blocks away from the second fasteners extend into the snap-fit ​​slots of adjacent photovoltaic modules.

[0014] In one specific implementation, the second connecting frame is divided into two sections: the first section of the second connecting frame connects the second fastener and the left pressure block, and the second section of the second connecting frame connects the second fastener and the right pressure block.

[0015] In one specific implementation, the column is connected to the crossbeam.

[0016] In one specific implementation scheme, a baffle is provided below the second connecting frame, and the baffle is connected to the column.

[0017] In one specific implementation, the transverse connection assembly further includes a support plate, which is fixedly connected to the crossbeam and supports the lower end of the photovoltaic module.

[0018] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial technical effects:

[0019] 1. This utility model includes a photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame. The first connecting frame and the first fastener in the horizontal connecting component cooperate with the pressure plate to realize the horizontal edge connection of two adjacent photovoltaic modules in the photovoltaic curtain wall system. The cover plate connected to the pressure plate forms a visible horizontal exposed frame, which enhances the structural stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system, reduces the risk of falling off due to insufficient strength of photovoltaic glass, ensures the integrity of the photovoltaic curtain wall, and improves the practicality of the photovoltaic curtain wall.

[0020] 2. The present invention includes a photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame, wherein a clearance cavity is formed between the cover plate and the pressure plate, and the end of the first fastener near the light-facing surface of the photovoltaic module is located in the clearance cavity, thereby concealing the first fastener and improving the aesthetics of the photovoltaic curtain wall system.

[0021] 3. The photovoltaic curtain wall system of this utility model with a horizontal frame is provided with a horizontal connector that extends into the snap-fit ​​groove on the photovoltaic module, which facilitates the provision of clamping and fixing force to the photovoltaic module, so that the vertical sides of two adjacent photovoltaic modules of the photovoltaic curtain wall are connected, further improving the structural stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a vertical sectional view of the photovoltaic curtain wall system containing a horizontal frame according to this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of section A.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a partial vertical sectional view of the photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal frame of this utility model, intended to illustrate the support plate.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the photovoltaic curtain wall system containing a horizontal frame according to this utility model.

[0026] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Enlarged view of section B in the middle.

[0027] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Vertical connecting component; 101. Second connecting frame; 102. Second fastener; 103. Horizontal connecting component; 104. Second sealing component; 105. Snap-fit ​​groove; 2. Horizontal connecting component; 201. Pressure plate; 202. Cover plate; 203. First buffer component; 204. First sealing component; 205. First connecting frame; 206. First fastener; 207. Support plate; 3. Photovoltaic module; 4. Column; 41. Third buffer component; 5. Crossbeam; 501. Third fastener; 502. Second buffer component; 6. Photovoltaic module junction box. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solution of this utility model will be further explained and described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, but this utility model is not limited to the embodiments described below.

[0029] Photovoltaic power generation, as an important technology in the field of renewable energy, has received widespread attention and application in recent years. Among them, photovoltaic curtain walls, as a prime example of integrating photovoltaic power generation technology with buildings, not only effectively utilize solar energy for power generation but also serve as an external building envelope, combining aesthetics and practicality. However, due to the relatively low strength of photovoltaic glass, the fully concealed frame installation method carries the risk of photovoltaic glass detachment during long-term use. Once the photovoltaic glass detaches, the integrity of the photovoltaic curtain wall is compromised.

[0030] This utility model aims to provide a photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame. The first connecting frame 205 and the first fastener 206 in the horizontal connecting component 2 cooperate with the pressure plate 201 to realize the horizontal edge connection of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 3 in the photovoltaic curtain wall system. The cover plate 202 connected on the pressure plate 201 forms a visible horizontal exposed frame, which enhances the structural stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system, reduces the risk of falling off due to insufficient strength of photovoltaic glass, ensures the integrity of the photovoltaic curtain wall, and improves the practicality of the photovoltaic curtain wall.

[0031] Example 1:

[0032] Reference Figures 1-5A photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal frame includes multiple photovoltaic modules 3 arranged in an array; a vertical connecting component 1 is provided between the vertical edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 3; and a horizontal connecting component 2 is provided between the horizontal edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 3. The horizontal connecting component 2 includes a beam 5, a first connecting frame 205, a pressure plate 201, a first fastener 206, and a cover plate 202. The beam 5 is connected to the horizontal edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 3; the first connecting frame 205 is connected to the beam 5 and is located between the horizontal edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 3; the pressure plate 201 is connected to the first connecting frame 205 through the first fastener 206; the cover plate 202 is fitted onto the side of the pressure plate 201 away from the beam 5, and the cover plate 202 extends to the light-facing surface of the photovoltaic module 3, forming a visible horizontal frame.

[0033] Furthermore, the lateral connecting assembly 2 also includes a first buffer 203. The first buffer 203 is placed between the pressure plate 201 and the light-facing surface of the photovoltaic module 3.

[0034] Specifically, the first buffer 203 can be a rubber strip. The first buffer 203 can buffer the pressure plate 201 and the photovoltaic module 3, prevent hard contact between the pressure plate 201 and the photovoltaic module 3, and prevent damage to the photovoltaic module 3.

[0035] Furthermore, the gap between the light-facing surface of the photovoltaic module 3 and the pressure plate 201 and the cover plate 202 is filled with a first sealing element 204.

[0036] Specifically, the first sealing element 204 can be a sealant, sealing strip, sealing gasket, etc. The first sealing element 204 achieves a seal between the photovoltaic module 3 and the pressure plate 201 and cover plate 202, preventing moisture and dust from entering the photovoltaic curtain wall system. Any of these configuration methods are acceptable. Preferably, the first sealing element 204 is a sealant. The sealant has excellent elasticity and weather resistance, effectively preventing the penetration of moisture and dust; at the same time, the sealant also acts as a buffer and shock absorber, improving the wind pressure resistance of the photovoltaic curtain wall system.

[0037] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 The vertical connection component 1 includes a column 4, a longitudinal connector fixedly connected to the column 4, and a transverse connector 103 connected to the longitudinal connector. The vertical end of the photovoltaic module 3 is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove 105; and the end of the transverse connector 103 away from the longitudinal connector extends into the snap-fit ​​groove 105. The vertical edge of the photovoltaic module 3 is clamped and fixed between the column 4 and the transverse connector 103, thereby fixing the vertical edge of the photovoltaic module 3.

[0038] The longitudinal connector includes a second connecting frame 101 and a second fastener 102. The second connecting frame 101 is connected to the transverse connector 103 via the second fastener 102.

[0039] The transverse connector 103 includes a left pressure block and a right pressure block; each of the left and right pressure blocks is connected to a second fastener 102, and the ends of the left and right pressure blocks away from the second fasteners 102 respectively extend into the snap-fit ​​slots 105 of the adjacent photovoltaic modules on the left and right sides.

[0040] Specifically, the left and right pressure blocks can be set to be tightly attached vertically or spaced apart vertically; preferably, the left and right pressure blocks are spaced apart vertically.

[0041] More specifically, the snap-fit ​​groove 105 can be a U-shaped groove, a V-shaped groove, a trapezoidal groove, etc., and the snap-fit ​​groove 105 can be used to fix the position of the left and right pressure blocks and the photovoltaic module 3. Any of these settings are acceptable. Preferably, the snap-fit ​​groove 105 is a U-shaped groove, as the U-shaped groove has a simple structure and is easy to process.

[0042] More specifically, the second fastener 102 can be a bolt, spring pin, etc. The second fastener 102 can be used to achieve a firm connection between the left pressure block and the right pressure block and the second connecting frame 101. Any such setting method is acceptable.

[0043] Furthermore, the gap between the second fastener 102, the second connecting frame 101, and the photovoltaic module 3 is filled with a second seal 104.

[0044] Specifically, the second sealing element 104 can be a sealant, a sealing strip, a foam rod, etc. The second sealing element 104 achieves sealing between the second fastener 102, the second connecting frame 101, and the photovoltaic module 3. Any of these configuration methods is acceptable. Preferably, the second sealing element 104 is a combination of sealant and foam rod, which improves the sealing effect.

[0045] A second buffer 502 is provided between the backlight surface of the photovoltaic module 3 and the crossbeam 5. The second buffer 502 can be a rubber strip or the like. The second buffer 502 buffers the crossbeam 5 and the photovoltaic module 3, preventing damage to the photovoltaic module from hard contact.

[0046] A third buffer 41 is provided between the backlight surface of the photovoltaic module 3 and the column 4. The third buffer 41 can be a rubber strip or the like. The third buffer 41 is used to buffer the column 4 and the photovoltaic module 3, preventing damage to the photovoltaic module from hard contact.

[0047] Reference Figure 3 A photovoltaic module junction box 6 is provided at one end of the photovoltaic module 3 near the horizontal connecting component 2, which is used to connect the photovoltaic module 3 to the cable and transmit the electrical energy generated by the photovoltaic module 3 to external equipment.

[0048] Example 2:

[0049] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 The photovoltaic curtain wall system with horizontal open frame in this embodiment is based on embodiment 1, with the second connecting frame 101 set in two sections.

[0050] Specifically, when the second connecting frame 101 is set in two sections, the first section of the second connecting frame 101 is connected to a second fastener 102, and the second fastener 102 of the first section is connected to the left pressure block. The second section of the second connecting frame 101 is connected to a second fastener 102, and the second fastener 102 of the second section is connected to the right pressure block. Setting the second connecting frame 101 in two sections facilitates installation and maintenance.

[0051] Example 3:

[0052] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 In this embodiment of the photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal frame, based on embodiment 1, a clearance cavity is formed between the cover plate 202 and the pressure plate 201; the end of the first fastener 206 near the light-facing surface of the photovoltaic module 3 is located in the clearance cavity, thereby concealing the first fastener 206 and improving the aesthetics of the photovoltaic curtain wall system.

[0053] Example 4:

[0054] Reference Figures 1-5 In this embodiment of the photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal frame, based on embodiment 1, the horizontal beam 5 is connected to the column 4 via a third fastener 501. The third fastener 501 can be a bolt, a spring pin, etc. The third fastener 501 achieves a secure connection between the horizontal beam 5 and the column 4, improving the overall stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system. Any of these installation methods are acceptable. Preferably, the third fastener 501 is a spring pin, which is easy to install, provides good fixing, and is reusable.

[0055] Furthermore, the transverse connection component 2 also includes a support plate 207, which is fixedly connected to the crossbeam 5 and supports the lower end of the photovoltaic module 3.

[0056] Example 5:

[0057] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 In this embodiment of the photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal frame, based on embodiment 1, a baffle is provided below the second connecting frame 101, and the baffle is connected to the column 4. The baffle provides stable support for the second connecting frame 101, further improving the stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system.

[0058] The working principle of this utility model of a photovoltaic curtain wall system with a horizontal exposed frame is as follows: the column 4 is fixed to the building structure, and the crossbeam 5 is connected to the column 4 by the third fastener 501; the horizontal sides of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 3 are connected by a horizontal connecting component 2; the vertical sides of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 3 are connected by a vertical connecting component 1; the pressure plate 201 and the cover plate 202 of the horizontal connecting component 2 form a visible horizontal exposed frame, and the pressure plate 201 enhances the structural stability of the photovoltaic curtain wall system.

[0059] The preferred embodiments of this utility model are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape, and principle of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A photovoltaic curtain wall system containing horizontal mullions, comprising a plurality of photovoltaic modules (3) arranged in an array; a vertical connecting assembly (1) is arranged between the vertical edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules (3); a horizontal connecting assembly (2) is arranged between the horizontal edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules (3), characterized in that: The transverse connecting assembly (2) comprises a crossbeam (5), a first connecting frame (205), a pressing plate (201), a first fastener (206) and a cover plate (202); The crossbeam (5) is connected with the transverse edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules (3); The first connecting frame (205) is connected with the crossbeam (5), and the first connecting frame (205) is located between the transverse edges of two adjacent photovoltaic modules (3); The pressing plate (201) is connected with the first connecting frame (205) through the first fastener (206); The cover plate (202) is sleeved on the side of the pressing plate (201) away from the crossbeam (5), and the cover plate (202) extends to the light-receiving surface of the photovoltaic module (3) to form a visible horizontal mullion.

2. The PV curtain wall system with a horizontal mullion according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each photovoltaic module (3) near one end of the transverse connecting assembly (2) is provided with a photovoltaic module junction box (6).

3. The PV curtain wall system with a horizontal mullion according to claim 1, wherein: The cover plate (202) and the pressing plate (201) form a space for accommodating the first fastener (206); The end of the first fastener (206) near the light-receiving surface of the photovoltaic module (3) is located in the space for accommodating.

4. The PV curtain wall system with a horizontal mullion according to claim 1, wherein: The vertical connecting assembly (1) comprises a vertical column (4), a longitudinal connecting piece fixedly connected with the vertical column (4), and a transverse connecting piece (103) connected with the longitudinal connecting piece; The vertical end of the photovoltaic module (3) is provided with a clamping groove (105); The end of the transverse connecting piece (103) away from the longitudinal connecting piece extends into the clamping groove (105).

5. The PV curtain wall system with a horizontal mullion according to claim 4, characterized in that: The longitudinal connecting piece comprises a second connecting frame (101) and a second fastener (102); The second connecting frame (101) is connected with the transverse connecting piece (103) through the second fastener (102).

6. The PV curtain wall system with a horizontal mullion according to claim 5, characterized in that: The transverse connecting piece (103) comprises a left pressing block and a right pressing block; The left pressing block and the right pressing block are each connected with the second fastener (102), and the ends of the left pressing block and the right pressing block away from the second fastener (102) respectively extend into the clamping grooves (105) of the adjacent photovoltaic modules (3).

7. The PV curtain wall system with a horizontal mullion according to claim 5, wherein: The second connecting frame (101) is provided in two sections, a first section of the second connecting frame (101) is connected with the second fastener (102) and the left pressing block, and a second section of the second connecting frame (101) is connected with the second fastener (102) and the right pressing block.

8. Photovoltaic curtain wall system with level mullions according to any of claims 4 to 7, characterized in that: The vertical column (4) is connected with the crossbeam (5).

9. The photovoltaic curtain wall system containing horizontal mullions according to claim 5 or 7, characterized in that: A baffle is arranged below the second connecting frame (101), and the baffle is connected with the vertical column (4).

10. The PV curtain wall system with a horizontal mullion of claim 1, wherein: The transverse connecting assembly (2) further comprises a supporting plate (207), the supporting plate (207) is fixedly connected with the crossbeam (5), and the supporting plate (207) supports the lower end of the photovoltaic module (3).

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