Prisma is a solar thermal collector that uses materials and manufacturing processes from the automotive industry. At the heart of the process is the moulding of a polymer material that is used to bond the monocoque steel chassis to the front glass. This provides the collector housing with optimal protection from wind and weather and gives it a seamless surface with a soft feel. It thus offers a better grip when handling and, in combination with the low weight, simplifies installation.
Statement by the Jury
Prisma convincingly demonstrates how an innovative manufacturing process can decisively improve the usability of a product.