Waaree Energies secures NABL accreditation for advanced testing lab

The National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), a globally recognised body for laboratory accreditation, awarded this recognition under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards.

Waree Energies has added another feather to its cap by securing NABL accreditation for its cutting-edge PV Module Test Lab (PMTL). Located at Waaree’s state-of-the-art module manufacturing facility in Chikhli, Gujarat this accreditation further strengthens the company’s deliverance to quality, innovation, and sustainability. This marks Waaree’s second NABL accreditation, following the first achieved for its Thumb manufacturing facility.

The National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), a globally recognised body for laboratory accreditation, awarded this recognition under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards. This accreditation affirms the lab’s competence in delivering precise and reliable results across a wide array of testing parameters. The PMTL now performs over 48 tests, including thermal cycling, damp heat, mechanical load, and potential-induced degradation, ensuring that PV modules meet stringent performance, safety, and durability requirements. By adhering to internationally accepted testing protocols, Waaree demonstrates its ability to produce modules that withstand diverse environmental conditions while maintaining efficiency and reliability.

The PMTL is equipped to conduct design and safety qualifications for PV modules and also accelerated testing to ensure reliability, durability, and optimal performance under diverse field conditions. Specialized testing across disciplines, including biological, chemical, electrical, mechanical, radiological, photometry, IT systems, electro-technical, thermal, and medical equipment.

Amit Paithankar, CEO of Waaree Energies Ltd., hailed this achievement as a transformative step for India’s solar energy landscape. He said: “This second NABL accreditation is another proud milestone for Waaree and a step forward for India’s solar sector. With advanced testing capabilities now extended to our Chikhli facility, we can certify even larger volumes of solar modules domestically, reducing reliance on foreign labs and saving valuable resources. This achievement reinforces our commitment to making India self-reliant across the solar supply chain while ensuring our products consistently meet the highest global standards. The state-of-the-art lab defines our consistent pursuit to deliver dependable, high-quality solar solutions and advance India’s transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.”

With this accreditation, Waaree is set to further elevate its position as a global leader in solar technology. Enhanced testing capabilities and improved production standards bolster the company’s capacity to meet growing international demand, paving the way for increased exports. This achievement aligns seamlessly with India’s vision to emerge as a global hub for solar manufacturing and export.

Waaree’s latest accomplishment not only reinforces its leadership in the solar sector but also underscores its commitment to driving India’s transition to a sustainable, energy-secure future.