SOLAR  MOUNTING STRUCTURES & PUNCHING

Solar panel mounting structures are the backbone of solar power plants. These structures provide support to the modules and uplift the solar panels so that they can absorb the maximum solar radiation. Without the existence of Solar panel mounting structures, the solar panels won’t be able to have the minimum amount of solar radiation for optimum solar energy. A perfect mounting structure not only handles the weight of the modules but also, they have the capacity to resist extreme weather conditions like floods and storms. These mounting structures are made up of various materials, including wood and polymers, that make them strong.

Types of solar mounting structures

To get better production and efficiency of the solar panels, the right decision must be taken in terms of mounting structures. The investment over mounting structures is a single-time investment, and the decision to purchase must not be taken lightly. There are five types of mounting structures for solar panels:

Mounted Roof Racks: These racks help in keeping the wires from running distances between the solar arrays and the inverter to a minimum. The mounted racks require roof penetrations, and that acts as prevention from causing any roof leakages. So, always make sure to have a well-sealed roof. Roof mounts require a large place for the installation of the panels.

Ground-mounted Racks: Ground-mounted racks are ground-mounted solar structures that are used for the installation of solar panels on the grounds or anywhere in your house. These are adjustable that can be inclined up or down to absorb maximum solar energy at different timing of the day. These types of mounting structures are utilized to secure locations with stable and clean environments.

Top-of-pole-mounted Racks: As the name suggests, these racks are placed on poles. There are two types of mounted poles, one is a top pole, and another is a side pole. Top-pole enables the solar panel to sit on the top of the pole. Whereas the top-pole mounted racks allow the mounting poles to be settled into the ground and are fitted with concrete, and then the solar modules are mounted at the top of the poles.

Side-of-pole-mounted Racks: Here, the solar panels are placed on the side of the pole. They consist of a small number of modules that are used for solar panels. These are specially designed for lighting systems in remote areas and are arrived at your place with the poles where they are easily attached.

Tracking-System Mounted: These mounts are used for all types of solar tracking systems, pumping solar water and allowing maximum sun radiation that produces electricity. There are two types of tracking systems, named one axis and two axes. The one axis helps in tracking the movement of the sun from east to west, while the two axis tracks the movement of the sun on a daily basis.