3S Swiss Solar Solutions

What 3S Swiss Solar Solutions does

3S Swiss Solar Solutions AG is a Swiss manufacturer of building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), founded in 2001 and headquartered in Thun, with additional manufacturing operations in Ruedlingen (Schaffhausen). The company designs and produces solar modules that replace conventional building envelope materials — specifically solar roofs (Solardach), facades (Solarfassade), balcony railings (Solargeländer), and overhead canopies/carports (Solar Overhead) — enabling buildings to generate electricity while preserving or enhancing architectural intent. Its engineering capability is evidenced by installations at extreme altitudes, including a 90.63 kWp facade at the P791 Car Residence, and BIPV facades at Glacier 3000 (3,000m) and Bergstation Espace Weisshorn (2,700m).

The business sells quote-priced, project-specific hardware systems through three motions: a certified installer/roofer network (Fachpartner) gated by 3S Academy training and surfaced publicly via the Installateur-Verzeichnis directory; direct enterprise engagement with architects and specialized planners on premium commercial, hospitality, mountain, and heritage projects; and direct regional sales to private homeowners and property investors. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of custom BIPV systems, supplemented by professional services including consulting, planning, training, and the 3S Designer specification tool.

Pricing is quote-based with multi-year contract cadence rather than standardized tiers, supporting premium 'Swiss Made' positioning at the top of the BIPV market. Customer concentration skews toward enterprise-scale Swiss projects (hotels, mountain stations, automotive and residential complexes) with a secondary long tail of mid-market residential installations. The firm is private, independently held, has 51–100 employees, and currently serves primarily Switzerland with an English-language international website signaling selective geographic expansion.

Name

3S Swiss Solar Solutions

Legal name

3S Swiss Solar Solutions

Website

https://3s-solar.swiss

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

3S Swiss Solar Solutions is a Swiss manufacturer of building-integrated photovoltaics (solar roofs, facades, railings, and overhead systems) founded in 2001, headquartered in Thun, serving architects, certified installers, and premium property owners across Switzerland via a Fachpartner network and direct enterprise sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar PV Module Manufacturing (Cells, Modules, Thin-Film) (EUAMABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO), Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

Keywords

• Building-integrated photovoltaics
• Solar roof systems
• Solar facade panels
• Solar balcony railings
• BIPV manufacturer

Headquarters

HQ city

Thun

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. BIPV Solar Hardware Sales: Sale of building-integrated solar systems including roofs, facades, railings, and overhead structures. These are one-time hardware sales where customers purchase complete solar system installations integrated into building materials.
2. Professional Services: Consulting, planning, and design services for architects and specialized planners. Installation support and training through 3S Academy for certified Fachpartners.
3. Swiss Made Premium Positioning: The company emphasizes Swiss manufacturing origin as a key value driver, positioning products at the premium end of the BIPV market with associated pricing power.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

3S Swiss Solar Solutions designs and manufactures building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) solar systems that replace conventional building envelope materials. Its product lines include 3S Solardach (solar roofs), 3S Solarfassade (solar facades), 3S Solargeländer (solar balcony railings), and 3S Solar Overhead (solar carports/canopies). The company sells primarily through a certified Fachpartner installer network and via direct project engagement with architects, planners, and property owners.

Product overview

3S Swiss Solar Solutions offers a portfolio of building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products designed and manufactured in Switzerland. The core product line includes 3S Solardach (solar roof tiles), 3S Solarfassade (solar facade panels), 3S Solargeländer (solar railings), and 3S Solar Overhead (canopy/carport systems). These products are complemented by the 3S Designer design tool for architectural planning, the 3S Academy training program, and an Installateur-Verzeichnis (installer directory) for customer referrals. The systems are positioned as premium, aesthetically integrated solutions for residential, commercial, and specialized alpine applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 3S Solardach (Solar Roof)

Quantifiable outcome

• 90.63 kWp total capacity with approximately 64,000 kWh annual generation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Baur AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFachpartner (certified installer) responsible for installation of the P791 Car Residence solar facade project in Belp bei Bern. Baur AG serves as the installation contractor for this 90.63 kWp building-integrated photovoltaic project.
• Solstis SAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner company involved in the Glacier 3000 mountain station project at 3,000 meters altitude. Solstis SA collaborated on this high-profile high-altitude BIPV installation as part of the project team.
• Morand Constructions Métalliques SAcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMetal construction partner for the Glacier 3000 project, responsible for structural metal work supporting the solar facade installation at the Scex Rouge mountain station.
• solarUp energiecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFachpartner (certified installer) for the Hotel Maison Hornberg project in Saanenmöser-Gstaad, installing the largest solar power plant in the region on the hotel property.
• Dörfler AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFachpartner (certified installer) led by Luzian Dörfler, responsible for the Oberrieden EFH (single-family home) project in Zurich's historic village center. Demonstrates heritage building renovation capabilities.
• JBC Architectes SIAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLead architectural firm for the Bergstation Espace Weisshorn project at 2,700 meters in Zinal (VS). Co-designed the mountain station featuring innovative BIPV facade integration.
• Kevin Epiney Architecte EPFLcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitect (EPFL) and co-designer of the Bergstation Espace Weisshorn, collaborating with 3S on building-integrated photovoltaic design solutions for the high-altitude mountain station.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Solaxess SA: Swiss specialist in building-integrated photovoltaic facades and colored PV for architectural applications. Closely comparable to 3S's Solarfassade product line and Swiss-made premium positioning.
• Onyx Solar: Spanish manufacturer of photovoltaic glass for building-integrated applications including facades, skylights, and curtain walls. Comparable in BIPV glass products and commercial-architectural customer base.
• Avancis GmbH: German manufacturer of CIS thin-film solar modules targeted at building-integrated applications including facades and roofs. Comparable in BIPV product focus and European architectural-installer customer base.
• ISSOL SA: Belgian producer of custom BIPV solar glass for facades and architectural projects. Comparable to 3S in design-led BIPV products serving architects and commercial building owners in Europe.
• Ertex Solar (Glaswerke Arnold): German manufacturer of building-integrated photovoltaic modules for facades, roofs, and special structures. Comparable to 3S in custom architectural PV modules and European project-based sales model.
• Megasol Energie AG: Swiss manufacturer of building-integrated and roof-integrated solar modules serving residential, commercial, and architectural projects. Most direct comparable to 3S in geography, product category, and BIPV positioning.

Emerging players

• Tesla Energy (Solar Roof): Tesla's Solar Roof product is a building-integrated solar roofing offering targeting premium residential customers. Comparable to 3S Solardach in product category though at much larger scale and with different aesthetics.

Broad incumbents

• Meyer Burger Technology AG: Swiss-headquartered premium solar module manufacturer with strong European residential and commercial presence. Comparable to 3S in Swiss origin and premium positioning, though focused on standard rooftop modules rather than envelope-replacement BIPV.
• Solarwatt GmbH: German premium solar manufacturer offering glass-glass modules and integrated rooftop PV systems. Comparable to 3S in premium positioning and European residential/commercial customer overlap, though broader in product scope.
• SunPower Corporation: US-headquartered premium solar panel manufacturer with integrated roof solutions. Overlaps with 3S in premium solar positioning and roof-integrated products but operates at much broader scale and global reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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