At Solar Capture Technologies (SCT), our Composite Solar Roof Tile is helping reshape housing and renewables in the UK. But that’s only part of the story.
For decades, SCT has also been designing and manufacturing bespoke solar modules for critical applications — from offshore lighthouses and maritime buoys to ambulances, solar vehicles, and remote monitoring systems.
By combining in-house R&D, certified UK-based manufacturing, and deep sector expertise, SCT provides solar solutions where performance and reliability are non-negotiable.
- Tailored Design for Maximum Performance
No two applications are the same and off-the-shelf solar often falls short.
SCT’s team works directly with clients to design solar modules that:
- Integrate seamlessly into existing devices or structures.
- Optimise power output from limited footprints.
- Use the latest cell technology with in-line testing for efficiency and durability.
Case in point: A customer approached us with a lighting product built around a 160W panel. In real-world use, it delivered only ~130W due to poor-quality cells. SCT redesigned the module using the same footprint but with optimised layout, tested cells and achieved 180W output. The result? A reliable product that worked year-round, even through the UK winter.
- Built for Harsh Environments
Many of our bespoke modules operate in remote or critical locations, places where failure isn’t an option.
- Offshore lighthouses and buoys: powering maritime safety infrastructure that protects the UK’s waterways.
- Emergency roadside telephones & remote CCTV: systems where uptime is essential.
- Ambulances & vehicles: integrating solar into body panels to extend operational capability.
In these environments, reliability and efficiency aren’t just cost savings, they are mission-critical.
- UK Manufacturing With Global Standards
SCT’s Northumberland facility is designed to scale from prototype development to high-volume production, backed by international certifications:
- ISO 9001 – quality management.
- ISO 14001 – environmental responsibility.
- ISO 45001 – health and safety.
Because everything is designed and built in the UK, customers benefit from:
- Shorter, more transparent supply chains.
- Ethical and audited sourcing.
- Consistent quality and traceability at every step.
- Innovation Partner + Volume Manufacturer
What makes SCT unique is our ability to be both:
- An innovation partner: working with clients to solve complex design and integration challenges.
- A volume manufacturer: delivering those solutions at scale, ready for market.
This dual capability means customers don’t have to choose between innovation and reliability, they get both, in one UK partner.
Conclusion
From powering offshore lighthouses to developing solar-integrated vehicles, SCT’s bespoke solar manufacturing proves what’s possible when R&D expertise and UK manufacturing come together.
Whether you’re developing a new product or scaling a proven solution, SCT delivers solar technology that is efficient, reliable, and built to last.
👉 Learn more about SCT’s bespoke solar manufacturing capabilities or contact us at enquiries@solarcapturetechnologies.com.