15 years of

Akotec solar thermal

This collector is based on an entirely new tube technology, the so-called "heat pipe" tube, developed specifically for this purpose. We not only adapted and optimized the tube but the entire collector accordingly. The result is a collector that is not only considerably easier to maintain than its predecessors but also highly flexible for various applications. With this innovation, we're once again setting standards in the solar thermal industry and eagerly look forward to supporting our customers with this high-quality product.

It was a logistical challenge that we mastered in just under two hours, and then the long sea journey began. We take pride in saying that everything went well, and our products arrived safely and intact in the USA. This was a significant milestone for our company, highlighting the demand for our products not only locally but also internationally.

There, we had the opportunity to showcase our Inflecs-Pro system, an in-roof reflector system for our full vacuum tube collectors. The fair provided the perfect platform to present our product portfolio to a broad audience and gain valuable insights into the latest developments in the solar industry. During the event, we established many new connections and engaged in interesting and insightful conversations. This experience expanded our understanding of our customers' needs and requirements, motivating us to continuously work on innovative solutions for solar thermal technology.

This was a very special moment for us as it was our first award and a well-deserved recognition of our years of hard work. We were and still are overwhelmed with pride regarding how far we have come and how much our team has achieved. The Brandenburg Future Prize was an affirmation of our efforts to develop innovative solutions in the field of solar technology and make a positive contribution to the environment and sustainable energy production. This award continues to motivate us to advance on our path and invest even more in the future of renewable energy.

These fair visits are always a great opportunity for us to see our existing customers, better understand their needs, and simultaneously establish new contacts. We value the opportunity to present our product portfolio and share our expertise in the field of renewable energy. The Enertec fair once again emphasized how important personal contact with our customers and partners is.

Our shared objective in this collaboration is to attract well-educated professionals to the Uckermark region. At the same time, we aim to align education and research more closely with the actual needs and practical challenges of our region. This cooperation will enable us to educate qualified talents while simultaneously developing innovative solutions to meet the requirements of our community.

The STC consists of a full vacuum tube and a manifold tube, working together to form a high-performance collector unit. These two components are the essential building blocks that make the STC an efficient and powerful solar thermal collector. Through this presentation at the fair, we were able to reaffirm our commitment to innovation and quality in the solar thermal industry.

For this visit, we brought a specially crafted compact model of our typically large MEGA collector, which usually has a size of 2x6 meters. This journey took us south to Austria, where we showcased our innovative product and explained the advantages of the MEGA collector.

This journey allowed us to showcase our offerings to a professional audience and subsequently visit potential stakeholders directly. The trip to Portugal was highly successful and provided us with valuable opportunities for business expansion.

These 10 years have been full of developments and progress for AKOTEC, and it's time to take the next step. Therefore, we have decided to appoint Katrin Sprenger as Managing Director. This is an exciting milestone in our company's history, and we look forward to continuing our success story together.

The use of the MEGA collector enables the avoidance of expensive and time-consuming piping of solar fields, facilitating a sustainable and efficient use of solar energy. In total, 206 companies, organizations, and start-ups applied for the Berlin Brandenburg Innovation Award, and we are pleased that our work was among the ten outstanding submissions nominated by the jury for this prestigious award. This recognition reflects our efforts and our team's commitment to innovative solutions in the field of renewable energy.

This contract includes the construction of a large-scale solar thermal system for the largest process heat system in Germany, the gas pressure regulating plant of the Eugen natural gas pipeline in Kienbaum. To accomplish this ambitious project, we will manufacture a total of 165 MEGA collector segments, which will be assembled on-site into a large collector. These collectors, covering an area of 4000 square meters, will supply the Kienbaum facility with green energy. This is further evidence of our expertise in solar thermal technology and our commitment to sustainable energy solutions. We are proud to contribute to the use of renewable energy in such a significant facility.

The office building has been energetically renovated and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including both a photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal system. As a visible symbol of our identity and commitment, we have also added the AKOTEC logo to the building's façade. This enables every visitor to recognize from a distance that they are in the right place to discover our high-quality solar thermal and energy solutions.

This transition aligns with the announcement made three years ago and represents an important step in our company's development. We are proud of his long-standing contributions and dedication. Leadership of AKOTEC will now be assumed by Katrin Sprenger as Managing Director, supported by an experienced management team comprising Sandy Hasenbein, Jan Köhler, and Marcel Ganske. Together, they will shape and drive our company's future. We are confident that this change will ensure continuity and growth for our organization. We thank Reinhold Weiser for his dedication and warmly welcome the new leadership team.

December: In December, we were deeply saddened by painful news: Our founder, former Managing Director, mentor, partner, and friend, Reinhold Weiser, passed away after a brief, severe illness. His sudden loss leaves a significant void in our company and in our hearts. We honor his memory with immense gratitude for his visionary leadership and tireless dedication to AKOTEC. His legacy will live on in our work and our pursuit of excellence.

The reason for this expansion is our consistently high order volume, which requires more space for production and storage of our finished products. This expansion also allows us to better support our growing workforce by providing improved working conditions. We take pride in our continuous growth and our ability to expand our capacity to meet the needs of our customers.