Validate before you scale
SolMod pilots are structured, measurable deployments designed to reduce decision risk. We work with your team to define scope, install on a target facade, and deliver a clear readout suitable for internal approval processes.
Why pilot sites matter
Retrofit decisions require evidence that is specific to your building, climate, and operational context. A scoped pilot produces the measured data that procurement, finance, and facilities teams need to move forward with confidence.
How a pilot works
Phase 1
Site & Baseline Definition
- Identify target facade, orientation, and occupancy pattern
- Document existing comfort complaints and HVAC baseline
- Confirm what can be credibly measured during the pilot window
- Align stakeholders on scope and success criteria
Phase 2
Deployment & Installation
- Install louver system on selected windows (typically 4-20 units)
- Coordinate with facilities for non-disruptive scheduling
- Deploy monitoring for thermal comfort, energy, and PV output
- Verify system operation and data collection
Phase 3
Measurement & Readout
- Track performance against agreed baseline indicators
- Compare pre- and post-install comfort and energy data
- Produce plain-language summary for decision teams
- Recommend next steps for expanded deployment or refinement
What a pilot evaluates
Comfort
- Occupant survey responses
- Complaint frequency before/after
- Qualitative feedback from residents or staff
Energy
- HVAC runtime and consumption
- Peak demand intervals
- Cooling load behavior on treated vs. untreated facades
Generation
- PV output per louver and per window
- Generation profile across peak hours
- Self-consumption vs. export potential
Operational
- Installation time and method
- Maintenance observations
- Compatibility with facade conditions
What makes an ideal pilot site
Not every building is a fit for a first pilot. The best pilot sites share a few characteristics that make measurement straightforward and results meaningful.
- ✓South or west-facing facade with significant solar exposure
- ✓Recurring occupant comfort complaints (heat, glare)
- ✓Limited rooftop solar opportunity or constrained electrical capacity
- ✓Motivated facilities or sustainability stakeholder
- ✓Willingness to share baseline energy and comfort data
- ✓Accessible window openings on 4+ windows in a common zone
Ready to explore a pilot?
Share your building profile and constraints. SolMod will respond with a practical pilot path designed around measurable outcomes and operational reality.