CHANGZHOU, China, Jan. 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Trina Solar
Limited (NYSE: TSL) ("Trina Solar"
or the "Company"), a global leader in photovoltaic ("PV") modules,
solutions and services, today announced that its State Key
Laboratory Testing Center became the first testing center in the
solar industry to receivethe Power Measurement Uncertainty
Assessment Service ("UAS") Certificate from TUV Rheinland. This
certificate validates the accuracy of on-site power measurements
recorded at the Trina Solar State Key Laboratory Testing Center.
Following the certification, all products assessed by the Company's
State Key Laboratory Testing Center will carry a TUV Rheinland
certification mark.
Trina Solar received the Power
Measurement UAS Certificate from TUV Rheinland after seven months
of continuous tracking, identifying key influencing factors,
technique optimization and rigorous on-site training. This
certification proves that the procedures, test equipment and staff
capabilities employed during the process of power output
measurement at Trina Solar's State Key Laboratory Testing Center
are in accordance with stringent International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard
as well as TUV Rheinland strict assessment criteria.
The certification provides clear guidance to PV manufacturers
and buyers on the power rating of PV modules, provides transparent
information about the performance, and minimize measurement
uncertainty of PV module output. It also helps manufacturers
improve the accuracy of measurements and reduce measurement
errors.
"We are delighted to obtain the TUV Rheinland Power Measurement
UAS Certificate and the accreditation recognizes our State Key
Laboratory's capability in power output measurement," said
Wei Zhou, Vice President of Quality
Department of Trina Solar. "The PV
industry is facing fierce competition. Modules verified by an
objective third party greatly enhance customer confidence and
increase sales. With the continuing development of solar power in
China, ensuring the quality of
solar power plants is paramount. TUV Rheinland's recognition of our
internal power measurement system assures our partners and
customers of the reliability and quality of our modules. It will
further strengthen our position as the leading module manufacturer
in the world."
"Our power measurement system is not a simple certification
assessment but rather a continuous process of improvement and
optimization," said Robert Struwe,
Vice President of TUV Rheinland Greater China Solar/Fuelcell Technology Division. "We
are pleased to see Trina Solar
become the first solar company to pass the assessment for corporate
laboratory power measurement. Throughout the verification process
we witnessed Trina Solar's
unremitting commitment to improvement and we look forward to
further support Trina Solar in the
future."
About Trina Solar Limited
Trina Solar Limited (NYSE:TSL) is a global leader in
photovoltaic modules, solutions and services. Founded in 1997 as a
PV system integrator, Trina Solar
today drives smart energy together with installers, distributors,
utilities and developers worldwide. The company's industry-shaping
position is based on innovation excellence, superior product
quality, vertically integrated capabilities and environmental
stewardship. For more information, please visit
www.trinasolar.com.
About TUV Rheinland
TUV Rheinland is a global leader
in independent inspection services, founded more than 140 years
ago. The group maintains a presence in 66 countries with 18,000
employees; annual turnover is more than EUR
1.6 billion. The independent experts stand for quality,
efficiency and safety for people, technology and the environment in
nearly all aspects of life. TUV
Rheinland inspects technical equipment, products and services,
oversees projects and helps to shape processes for companies. Its
experts train people in a wide range of careers and industries. To
this end, TUV Rheinland employs a
global network of approved labs, testing and education centres.
Since 2006, TUV Rheinland has been
a member of the United Nations Global Compact to promote
sustainability and combat corruption. Website: www.tuv.com
Safe Harbor Statement
This announcement contains forward-looking statements within
the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities
Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements
of historical fact in this announcement are forward-looking
statements, including but not limited to, the Company's ability to
raise additional capital to finance its activities; the
effectiveness, profitability and marketability of its products; the
future trading of the securities of the Company; the Company's
ability to operate as a public company; the period of time for
which the Company's current liquidity will enable the Company to
fund its operations; general economic and business conditions;
demand in various markets for solar products; the volatility of the
Company's operating results and financial condition; the Company's
ability to attract or retain qualified senior management personnel
and research and development staff; and other risks detailed in the
Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks
and uncertainties and are based on current expectations,
assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company and the
industry in which the Company operates. The Company undertakes no
obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect
subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its
expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the
Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward
looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such
expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions
investors that actual results may differ materially from the
anticipated results.
For further information, please contact:
Trina Solar
Limited
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Brunswick
Group
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Teresa Tan, CFO
(Changzhou)
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Rachael
Layfield
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Phone: + (86)
10-5960-8600 (Beijing)
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Email:
teresa.tan@trinasolar.com
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Email:
trina@brunswickgroup.com
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Yvonne
Young
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Investor Relations
Director
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Email:
ir@trinasolar.com
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