leader in solar panel recycling technologies

we manufacture Solar Panel Recycling Solution

StokkermillSolar is the division of Stokkermill Recycling Machinery dedicated to the development of advanced technological solutions for the treatment and recycling of end-of-life photovoltaic solar panels.The goal is clear: to concretely and sustainably address the environmental challenge posed by the disposal of decommissioned photovoltaic modules, ensuring the efficient recovery of the most valuable components, including glass, silicon powders and precious metals. Using a functionality-oriented engineering approach, we design and build reliable, automated, low-maintenance PV panel recycling facilities that can operate continuously 24/7 with low operating resources.

The Stokkermill Automatic Series
Solar3000

The recycling line for solar and photovoltaic modules allows for the recovery and reuse of materials found in discarded panels, such as silicon, glass, aluminum, plastic, and wiring. Thanks to an automated and advanced industrial process, each module is precisely dismantled, yielding reusable resources such as glass, silicon powder, aluminum, plastic, and copper. The system minimizes manual intervention and energy consumption (less than 1 kWh per module), ensuring high efficiency and reduced environmental impact. The technology allows for the treatment of polycrystalline, monocrystalline, and even non-standard sized modules, optimizing operating costs and improving the quality of recovered materials.

Efficient recovery, minimal impact.
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✓ Over 99% of components reused
✓ Fully automated process
✓ Low energy consumption
✓ High quality of output material

Impianto Solar 300 - linea automatica

Full automatic plant

Solar Automatic

Automatic line for recycling end-of-life photovoltaic modules. The highly engineered, continuous process allows for the recovery of the main fractions of glass, silicon powder, aluminum, plastic, and metal elements, reducing manual intervention and optimizing energy consumption.

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Mulino a Martelli — Delaminazione Primaria

Primary delamination

Delaminator HMS

Solution dedicated to the first phase of module treatment, optimizing the delamination of the output fractions. The system simplifies and improves the quality of the recovered material.

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Secondary delamination

XRS Delaminator

The Stokkermill XRS secondary delaminator enables the mechanical separation of laminated materials , releasing the silicon/glass fraction trapped in the EVA layer. Thanks to a controlled crushing process, the silicon is recovered in fine form together with a fraction of thin glass. Thanks to its design and special materials, wear is limited, ensuring operational continuity and reduced machine downtime.

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PRG 100 — delaminazione per pannelli scorniciati

Delamination for frameless panels

PRG 100

Solution dedicated to the mechanical separation of layers from modules that are already frameless. The system optimizes the delamination and separation of output fractions, simplifying logistics and improving the quality of the recovered material.

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Tavole di separazione densimetriche Stokkermill serie VT

Glass refining

Glass separation boards | VT

The VT densimetric table is designed for the high-purity separation of glass from recycled solar panels, effectively distinguishing contaminated fractions. Compact, modular, and adjustable, it guarantees high-quality selection, reliability, and simple integration into existing systems.

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Selezionatore ottico Stokkermill OS400

Glass separation

OS1000

Stokkermill horizontal optical separators allow for highly precise separation of glass fractions, with a range between 2 mm and 8 mm. They offer advanced recognition technology and a simple interface for quick and easy programming.

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Separatori a correnti parassite Stokkermill

Separation

Separator for metal fraction MFS 500

The Eccentric Separator is designed for the selective recovery of non-ferrous metals from end-of-life solar panels, ensuring efficiency, operational continuity, and minimal maintenance. Thanks to its advanced technology, it ensures clean, high-quality metals, contributing to an overall material recovery rate of over 99%.

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Efficient recovery, minimal impact.
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✓ Over 99% of components reused
✓ Fully automated process
✓ Low energy consumption
✓ High quality of output material

XRS Delaminator Mill

The Stokkermill XRS delaminator mill allows for the mechanical separation of layered materials, releasing the silicon/glass fraction trapped in the EVA layer. Thanks to a controlled crushing process, the silicon is recovered in fine form together with a fraction of thin glass and any precious metals. Thanks to its specific design and the use of special materials, wear is extremely low, with minimal downtime and high operational continuity.

StokkermillSolar: how solar panel recycling really works

Step 1

Panel loading

Reception and preparation, also with frames.
Step 2

Primary shredding

Controlled reduction of the module.
Step 3

XRS Delamination

Mechanical separation of the layers.
Step 4

Separations

Ferrous/non-ferrous metals, glass, silicon.
Step 5

Storage

Clean and valuable fractions.

How a Solar Panel is Made:

Material and weight

Delaminator Mill XRS

The Stokkermill XRS delaminator mill enables mechanical separation of layered materials, releasing the silicon/glass fraction trapped in the EVA layer. Using a controlled crushing process, the silicon is recovered in fine form along with a fine glass fraction and any precious metals.
Due to the specific design and use of special materials, wear and tear is extremely low, with minimal downtime and high operational continuity.

Recovered materials

From solar panels to new resources

Aluminum - Glass - Silicon - EVA - Copper

Aluminum

The Stokkermill system enables the immediate extraction of aluminum proler right after the first treatment, eliminating the need for additional steps, thus ensuring high-quality recycled proler and a reduced energy footprint.

High recyclability Reduced impact

Glass

The processed glass, in various sizes and grades, is reused in the glass or steel industry.

Main volume Consistent quality

Silicon

The finest fraction of the glass, containing silicon, traces of silver and other metals, is already used in various industrial sectors, but still represents an opportunity to explore for its value and recovery.

Technological value Fine fractions

EVA

The polymer fractions, back-sheet and EVA, free of glass and contaminants, are recovered at the end of the process and, thanks to their good calorific value, are used as alternative fuels.

Encapsulant Controlled separation

Copper

During the recycling of solar panels, copper, although it accounts for only 1.2% of the total weight, is a strategic metal of high economic value with strong potential for industrial reuse.

High yield Established supply chain

Recovered materials

Aluminum

ALUMINUM

Glass

GLASS

Silicon

SILICON

EVA

EVA

Copper

COPPER

alluminum

The Stokkermilll recycling system does not require removal of the aluminum frame, drastically reducing panel processing time. The quality of the output materials is excellent.Aluminum, for example, will be oven-ready free of any pollutants and of the correct size, suitable for downstream metallurgical processing. Thus, maximumvalorization of the material and minimal energy impact during the final processing.

glass

The glass resulting from the treatment operations is of different grain size and quality. Larger size glass is clean, has a low iron content and is reused by the glass industry. A smaller size fraction still finds use in the glass or steel industry, where it can be used for the production of high quality silicon steels.

silicon

The thinnest fraction of glass will contain silicon, traces of silver and other metals. While it already finds wide application in a variety of industries, it is a fraction yet to be discovered in terms of value and recovery opportunities.

plastic

The polymeric back-sheet and EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) fractions, are recovered at the end of the process. They are fractions substantially free of glass and other pollutants and characterized by good calorific value such that they find applications as alternative fuels.

copper

During the solar panel recycling process, copper represents one of the strategic recoverable metals, mainly found in electrical conductors and, to a less significant extent, in the module's internal connections. Although it constitutes only about 1.2 percent of the total weight of a standard panel (about 12 kg out of a ton of treated panels), copper has high economic value and high potential for reuse in industry.

Stokkermill · Solar

Solar and Photovoltaic (PV) Panels Recycling Plant

Industrial line for the recycling of end-of-life photovoltaic modules. Efficient recovery of glass, silicon, aluminum, EVA and copper with an automated process and continuous operation.

≤ 1 kWh/moduleOptimized energy
≈ 99% weightRecovered materials
FractionsGlass · Si · Al · EVA · Cu

Stokkermill Innovation machinery

Stokkermill stands out for its ability to develop innovative technical solutions designed to make industrial processes more efficient, safe, and sustainable. Continuous research and experience in the recycling sector allow the company to anticipate market needs, addressing environmental challenges with concrete solutions. Recent innovations include XRS delaminating mills, designed for recycling photovoltaic panels. These systems accurately separate the layered materials of the modules, maximizing the recovery of glass, silicon, and EVA while minimizing waste. In addition, Stokkermill has developed the PRG delamination system to treat panels that have already been cut, optimizing recovery times and quality. With these solutions, Stokkermill confirms its pioneering role in solar panel recycling, offering plants that comply with the latest regulations and the highest sustainability standards. The XRS and PRG plants offer advanced technology, operational efficiency, reliability, and environmental sustainability, reflecting the company's philosophy: innovating to simplify and transform the complexity of technological waste into new opportunities of value.

Automatic delamination system for treatment of framed solar panels

Focus

Goodbye to manual framing of solar panels

At the E-Waste Conference 2025 held in Frankfurt, Stokkermill previewed the latest innovations for solar panel recycling, attracting great interest from industry players, investors and insiders.Our new delaminator system attracted attention for its ability to revolutionize the processing of photovoltaic panels, completely eliminating the need to manually remove the aluminum frame and setting a new standard in efficiency, automation and quality of recovery.

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recycling solution

Stokkermill is always ready to listen to customer needs and help with tailor-made solutions. Our team of technicians and engineers will provide experience and expertise. An exceptional staff always available.

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