Tracking system mounted structures can be used for all kinds of solar tracking systems as well as solar water pumping systems, allowing for a maximum of sun radiation that can be used for generating electricity. They especially pay-off in hot climates. There are two different types of mounted structures for tracking systems, that are: a)Â one-axis [...]
Top-of-pole mounted structures are structures where mounting poles are secured into the ground and tightened with concrete and the solar module is mounted on the top of the poles. The advantage is that it is rather not exposed to vandalism and accumulation of dirt, leaves and snow, but are not easy to clean.
Ground mounted structures typically keep the wire run distances between the solar array and the battery bank or inverter to a minimum. They do not require ground fault protection (GFP), but a precise foundation setup and run danger of being exposed to vandalism, accumulation of dirt, leaves and snow at the bottom of the array. (Source: [...]
Roof mounted structures typically keep the wire run distances between the solar array and the battery bank or inverter to a minimum, but require roof penetrations and run danger of causing roof leakages, thus the roof must be well sealed. Another disadvantage of roof mounted structures can come up if the roof orientation and angle [...]
What are mounting structures? Solar modules need to be secured, mounted and tightened on a very stable and durable structure, protecting the array against adverse climatical impacts from snow, wind, hail, rain and even minor earthquakes. They are either mounted on ground, on roofs or on poles. The right and proper choice of the mounting [...]
