MOUNTING STRUCTURES
MOUNTING STRUCTURES
TRENDS / INNOVATION IN SOLAR MOUNTING TECHNOLOGY
Solar is an burgeoning industry, where customer is working on the energy economics based on his requirements and driving the sector growth thus creating RE as a“ favourable option” for everyone. With continuous reduction in the solar system prices w. r. t higher grid rates is resulting in increasing global demand for solar solutions and thus leading to its rapid growth. Solar is undeniable the future
and a leading source of renewable energy.
S olar panels work best when they receive shade free sunlight for maximum number of hours, mounted at precise tilt angle with face directed towards the south. This is where solar panel mounting structures comes into the picture. These structures help panels to rest comfortably, prevent from being damaged and more importantly position them at precise tilt angle to harness maximum sun’ s energy. Mounting structures can be made for rooftops, ground mounting, carports and sun tracker solutions which now have seen a lot of developments in terms of weight, material, adaptability and ease of installation. There have been many technological innovations that have led to reduced cost, faster and better installation, high durability and with enhanced output.
When properly designed and installed, solar power systems are extremely reliable. There are several ways to mount solar panels according to the space availability and to maximize energy production. Here are the latest trends and innovations in solar mounting technologies, that are shaping the solar market:
By Mr. Vinay Goyal, MD, GANGES Internationale
Material
Solar system is designed to function for 20 to 25 years thus material plays an important role in the over all solution. The strength of the material is defined by the geography and environment of the location being installed. Hence, there is a growing need for highly durable, rustfree, corrosion-resistant materials in the industry. This is leading to the emergence of evolutionary products like rust-resistant steel that have become highly popular in the solar panel market with its competitive pricing and greater durability. There are several types of steel depending on its weight, strength grade and coating which involves different prices. While selecting the material one should look at the warranty provided by the company for maximum return on investment.
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