Tag: Mounting Guide
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GAF Energy adds Flex option to give roofers more solar design flexibility
GAF Energy wants to own the roof-integrated solar product category in North America (solar systems installed by roofing contractors), and this new “Flex” option for its redesigned Decotech 2.0 system is another step toward that goal. Flex maintains the efficiency of standard system sizing, while also introducing new configuration choices forRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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10 structural solar mounting problems to avoid, observed by PV Diagnostics
One of the most important factors while optimizing the cost of a solar power plant is Module Mounting Structure (MMS), which is a key ingredient in the successful running of a solar power plant. Most of the BoS components like transformers, inverter, cables, SCB, etc. are bought from the suppliersRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Mounting and Cracking: Structural durability issues to consider amid a wave of new PV module designs
The most important part of a PV mounting structure is the module itself. Along with generating energy, PV modules play a key role in maintaining the overall structural integrity of the entire system. However, they are susceptible to a wide range of mechanical durability challenges that may lead to degradedRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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C&I Buyer’s Guide 2020: Ground-mounts, rooftop racks, clamps and carports
The commercial and industrial (C&I) solar segment continues to lag behind its potential, but it’s not for lack of structural systems. From lightweight rooftop innovations to cost-effective carports to classic fixed-tilt ground mounts, there is a mounting and racking solution to fit any C&I site. C&I rooftop solar systems SunModo’sRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Corrosion and Conformity: Kern Solar on what solar gets wrong (and can learn from other energy industries)
“We build with solar energy — our fabrication facility is powered by renewables. We really believe in it, but solar support structures are kind of a nuisance for me right now,” laughs Tony Worthen, VP of operations and product development at Kern Solar Structures, when giving me the rundown ofRead More — Solar Builder magazine