PV Mounting Systems

Description

Types of PV Mounting Systems:

1. Ground-Mounted Systems
   • Solar panels installed on metal frames or racks secured directly to the ground.
   • Variants:
     • Fixed Tilt Systems: Panels remain in a static position.
     • Single/Double Axis Trackers: Panels follow the sun’s path to increase energy production.
   • Applications: Large solar farms, industrial installations.
2. Roof-Mounted Systems
   • Installed directly on building rooftops.
   • Variants:
     • Flat Roof Mounts: Ballasted or tilted for optimal angle on flat roofs.
     • Sloped Roof Mounts: Attached using rails or clamps.
   • Applications: Residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
3. Building-Integrated PV (BIPV) Mounting
   • Solar panels integrated directly into building materials (like roof tiles or façades).
   • Applications: Aesthetic and functional building designs.
4. Pole-Mounted Systems
   • Panels mounted on a single pole or multi-pole structures.
   • Applications: Small-scale installations, rural electrification.
5. Carport Mounting Systems
   • Solar panels installed on elevated structures over parking spaces.
   • Applications: Commercial and industrial facilities, shaded parking areas.
6. Floating PV Systems
   • Mounted on platforms that float on bodies of water.
   • Applications: Reservoirs, lakes, and other water bodies to save land space.