How Long Does Your Module Live? - Methods to Simulate Environmental Ageing of PV Modules in an Accelerated Way (Printed Electronics & Photovoltaics Europe 2010)

After having studied physics and biology, Andreas Riedl worked three years as a scientist on thermal decomposition of organic molecules within a joint venture project of the German Aerospace Research Institute (DLR) and the University of Göttingen. In 1992, Andreas joined the German industry association of motor home manufacturers where he became director of technical and environmental affairs. In 1999, Andreas Riedl joined Atlas Material Testing Technology, first as Global Standards Manager, later as Product Manager for the German made weathering instruments. Since 2006, Andreas Riedl has been managing Atlas' global consulting business. Since April 2009, he has been functioning as Global Manager of Atlas' Solar Energy Competence Center.

Atlas is a recognized leader in material testing, offering a complete line of instruments and services for accelerated and natural weathering. The Atlas Consulting Group helps clients develop the best weathering processes for their products, as well as offers education and training courses worldwide. For accelerated laboratory and outdoor testing, Atlas Weathering Services Group has five laboratories and over 20 outdoor exposure sites around the world in a variety of climates, including desert, subtropical, high-altitude and corrosive. Atlas operates a Solar Test Center in Phoenix, AZ and provides custom-designed solar simulators for a testing purposes. Atlas Material Testing Technology is ISO 17025 and ISO 9001:2000 registered. Atlas products are designed and manufactured to conform to international, national and industry standard test methods including ISO, ASTM, DIN, JIS and numerous others.