WE HARVEST
THE SUN
LARGE-SCALE
SOLAR HEATING
INSTALLATIONS
CHEAPER
The cost of the sun is always the same: zero. Even when
you take the cost of the facilities into account, large-scale
solar thermal installations will generate the lowest possible
heating costs. Hence, it will stabilize the price of your
heating on a low level. While the cost of fossil fuel energy
is fluctuating (and rising over a long-term period), the price
of solar thermal energy is fixed. And you will know all costs
from the start, meaning that the price of a MWh can be fixed
Every day the sun rises. Besides giving light and life, the sun produces enormous amounts
over a 25-year period. That is independence.
of energy – and heat. With a large-scale solar heating installation from Arcon-Sunmark
you can harvest the sun and turn it into stable and low heating costs. That will make you
independent of external energy suppliers. The sun is the cleanest energy source as it emits
no CO2 and provides a lot of other benefits. That is why we claim that the world’s best
energy is yellow. It is cheap, it is clean and it is lean.
CLEANER
The sun is the cleanest of all energy sources, and the most
powerful source of sustainable energy. It emits no CO2.
A typical solar heating installation will reduce a district
heating plant’s CO2 emission by about 2 tons a year for
each household it supplies. Furthermore it makes no
noise, does not smell and does not spoil the environment.
LEANER
Lean and effective installation of the perfect large-scale
solar heating system demands expertise. Our many years
of experience and countless references have given us a
unique insight into the various stages in planning and
installation of a system. We have optimized every single
stage. From planning to financing, from construction to
installation and to the perfect operations.
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UNLIMITED LARGESCALE ADVANTAGES
Heating and cooling account for a significant part of the world’s energy demand. Actually,
it exceeds the amount of energy used for electricity and transportation. Buildings, industrial
processes and heat-intensive services consume substantial amounts of heat. Solar heating
is the ideal way to cover a large part of that demand. Large-scale installations are by far the
most efficient way to harvest the sun. The list of advantages from using this clean type of
energy is long. In fact, it seems almost unlimited. A few of these are listed here.
BIGGER
IS BETTER
A large-scale solar heating system is 4-6 times more
efficient than solar thermal installations in individual
homes. Three large-scale collectors can provide as
much energy annually as required to provide an
average single-family house with district heating.
WELL-KNOWN
WELL-TESTED
Solar thermal is a known technology, tried and
tested for decades, and now taken to the next
level in large-scale solar installations. The effect
is well documented. Large-scale solar thermal
solutions are already part of many national and
international energy plans for the future.
THE
PERFECT MATCH
Solar heating is a perfect match to other sources of
energy. During summertime, the solar thermal plant
produces more energy and covers most of the
demand, while other energy sources can provide
the required supplement during the wintertime.
THE LIST
GOES ON …
• Solar heating is cost-effective.
• Solar heating will stabilize the price
of your energy requirement.
• Solar energy is the cleanest of all
energy sources.
• Solar heating can be stored.
• Solar heating can be transported.
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BEAUTIFULLY SIMPLE
IT WORKS EVEN IF IT IS CLOUDY
What happens to a solar thermal installation on a cloudy day? As you probably know,
you can be unfortunate enough to get a sunburn even when the sun is hidden behind
clouds. That is exactly why solar thermal works when the sky is not clear – but of course
There are different ways to utilize the energy of the
The collectors contain a number of pipes in which
sun. The most efficient method is solar thermal. A
the water is heated; this is then transported to a
solar thermal plant consists of a number of collectors,
tank for storage or for central heating. Beautifully
often placed on a field. These collectors are capable
simple and efficient.
with less intensity. The important thing is that a solar thermal plant does not need
constant sunshine to maintain efficiency.
of absorbing the radiation from the sun and turning
it into heat, hot water for heating or industrial
processes, or both.
IT CAN BE STORED
As opposed to other alternative energy sources, the energy in hot water can be
stored and used for day to night variation, as well as seasonal storage, from summer
to winter, extending the use of the sun and making the solutions even more profitable.
IT CAN BE TRANSPORTED
The solar heating plant does not necessarily have to be placed right next to the
households. The plant can be located outside of town, and the energy can be
transported to the households connected to the district heating plant.
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WE ARE THE WORLD’S
LEADING SPECIALISTS
WE HAVE THE MOST
EFFICIENT COLLECTORS
We have the most efficient and durable collectors. They simply provide more value for
money than any other solar collectors. The advanced construction (including a special
foil between absorber and glass and an extra thick layer of insulation), will increase
the efficiency by as much as 20%. For special purposes we have special collectors.
No one knows more about large-scale solar heating
We have installed the largest solar thermal plants
plants than us. Since 1974 we have installed hundreds
in Europe – and even the largest plant in the world.
of thousands
m2
of solar collectors in a great variety
of locations – and early 2016 our installations surpass
1 million
m2
Our team has extensive experience in all aspects of
solar heating plants.
collector surface installed in district heating
WE GUARANTEE THE PERFORMANCE
We are not afraid to provide a performance guarantee on our installations.
plants, breweries, mines and in the greenhouse industry.
WE CAN PROVE IT
Arcon-Sunmark is behind the largest solar thermal installation for industrial process
heating in the world – located in Chile. The installation covers a total of 40,260 m2 with
an annual output of 80,000 MWh. In addition, we have installed more than 80% of the
largest plants in Europe. Consequently, we have the references to prove what we claim.
WE DELIVER
HIGH QUALITY, AT LOW COST
Arcon-Sunmark is a Danish company with a global footprint. Denmark has
always been a frontrunner when it comes to sustainable energy, and we lead
the way in solar thermal installations. We will never compromise on quality.
Design, development and a large part of our production is based in Denmark.
However, with our modern production facilities in Vietnam, we have gained a
logistic advantage and an international presence being closer to the market,
wherever our customers reside. Shorter transportation of heavy equipment and
materials combined with quicker service are just a few of the benefits towards
the environment and our international customers.
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Arcon-Sunmark is a merger between two of the world’s
experience and know-how, Sunmark was established in
leading companies within large-scale solar heating
2008 on the isle of Ærø, Denmark. Sunmark established
– ARCON Solar and Sunmark. ARCON Solar was
highly specialized production facilities both in Denmark
established in 1974 in Skørping, Denmark and was a
and in Asia, and installed more than 200,000 m2 of solar
pioneer in the large-scale solar thermal industry, with
heating plants, including the world’s largest solar plant
a special focus on solutions for district heating. ARCON
for the mining industry in Chile. In 2015 the two
Solar has installed the largest large-scale solar thermal
companies joined forces to establish the world’s
systems in Europe. Based on more than 25 years of
leading company in this line of business.
WE ARE HERE TO STAY
We are as solid and future-proof as can be. Arcon-Sunmark is owned by VKR Holding.
In total, VKR Holding’s companies employ some 13,500 people in more than 40
countries. VKR Holding owns companies which bring daylight, fresh air and a better
environment into people’s everyday lives. We always choose the most solid and
reliable partners. Like Energia Llaima in Chile.
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WE MAKE
INDIVIDUAL
SOLUTIONS
Planning
Individual
Energy
Assessment
Financing
Savings
Project Plan
Collectors
PPA
Plant Design
Installation
Construction
Special
Products
Direct
Investment
Exchange
Stations
Control
Systems
Storage
Tanks
Pipes
Lean
Installation
Package
Commissioning
Operations
Ground Work
Certification
Electrical
Installation
Lean Piping
Operation
Optimization
Life Cycle
Management
Test
It takes more than effective collectors to establish
a solar heating plant. We are the experts, and we
can assist in all project stages. From consideration,
planning, decision making and approval, financing,
authority approval, earthworks and installation, to
testing and commissioning. And of course we will
follow up and perform service checks including
onsite inspections to ensure optimum system
WOULD YOU LIKE US TO DELIVER THE INVESTMENT?
Except from the land, we deliver everything, including the necessary capital
from investors. In this case, you will buy the heating from us and pay an agreed
fixed price per MWh. The Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is a long-term energy
service contract. It guarantees energy provided at a certain price, and the investor
a certain return of investment.
operation. Together we can tailor the best solution
– individualized to fit your specific needs.
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PERFECT FOR
DISTRICT HEATING
FUTURE-PROOF SOLUTIONS
The price of fuel fluctuates. However, the price of harvesting
the sun will always be the same low price. Hence, the larger
the part of energy covered by solar heating, the better for
the customers.
A large-scale solar heating installation is the perfect supplement to a district heating
plant. No matter which type of fuel used, it will lead to a lower and stable heating
price and it will prolong the lifetime of the plant. Arcon-Sunmark has installed more
than 80% of the world’s largest solar heating plants connected to district heating.
UNLIMITED BENEFITS
An Arcon-Sunmark system can be installed in conjunction
with any type of heating plant. And the system is always
extendable. There is no downside.
STORE THE ENERGY
As opposed to other alternative energy sources, the
energy in hot water can be stored and used for day to night
variation as well as seasonal storage, from summer to winter,
extending the use of the sun and making the solutions even
more profitable.
THE ENERGY CAN
BE TRANSPORTED
The plant can be located outside of town and the energy
transported to the households connected to the district
heating plant.
LEAN INSTALLATION
An Arcon-Sunmark plant can be installed in short time. Our
collectors and other equipment are optimized for lean and
fast installation.
PROLONG THE LIFETIME
Installing a solar heating system will extend the lifetime
of your existing plant as it will ease the traditional energy
production. It may even be possible to put the existing plant
on standby in the summertime, when the solar heating
installation is at its top performance.
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MORE EFFICIENT
INDUSTRIAL
PROCESS HEAT
LOW AND STABLE PRICE
Be independent of fluctuating energy prices. Why not stabilize
the energy cost of the company at a minimum? With an
Arcon-Sunmark solution, the price of solar heating can be fixed
for the next 25 years, making it a lot easier to budget the cost.
GREEN IMAGE
As industrial companies use energy for both heating purposes and industrial processes,
The focus on how to minimize negative environmental impacts
they can utilize the high temperatures obtainable in a solar heating system.
is ever increasing. The sun is the most environmentally friendly
source of energy, and the installation of a solar heating system
signals a strong desire to protect the environment, leading to
a greener and more positive image.
INTEGRATION WITH
CURRENT SYSTEM
The solar heating system can be integrated with the company’s
existing equipment, optimizing the total energy solution.
FUTURE-PROOF SOLUTIONS
The price of fuel fluctuates. However, the price of harvesting
the sun will always be the same low price. Hence, the larger
the part of energy covered by solar heating, the better for
the customers.
DEDICATED MINING CONCEPT
The precise and stable heating temperature from solar heating is extremely valuable
e.g. for electro winning processes in the copper industry. The result is a more effective
production, improved product quality and higher profit. Arcon-Sunmark has extensive
know-how within the mining industry. We have developed a dedicated mining concept,
including special desert collectors, a collector cleaning system and mining installation
procedures.
Thus solar heating is an extremely strong asset for mining industry processes, for production
and purification of metallic and non-metallic salts, for drying of concentrate, precipitate and
salts, for iodine heap leaching, secondary and primary copper sulphides and other processes.
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Arcon-Sunmark A/S
Skørping Nord 3
DK-9520 Skørping
Denmark
Phone: +45 9839 1477
www.arcon-sunmark.com