Low friction coatings tech news
On June 28, 2026, SolarSlick Coatings announced the commercial launch of "PV--Glide," a transparent low--friction coating specifically designed for utility--scale solar panels. The coating utilizes a fluorinated nanostructure to reduce the friction coefficient of automated cleaning brushes by 25%. By decreasing the mechanical resistance encountered by cleaning robots and preventing the electrostatic adhesion of dust, the technology improves maintenance efficiency and preserves the integrity of anti--reflective panel surfaces in desert environments.