PV Solar Electric Systems—Education
It is estimated that buildings account for 38% of CO2 emissions and 70% of total electricity consumption in the United States. A growing number of institutions, commercial and educational, are making “sustainability” a number one priority and are enjoying the benefits of pollution-free solar electricity. Systems can be customized to meet the needs of your specific location. Solar Works will help you determine the system that is right for you.
Solar Works uses a variety of the industry leading flat roof mounting systems to design the best system for a specific customer site and array size. Mounting systems present certain design trade-offs that Solar Works will optimize for your installation. An increase of power production from a greater angle is evaluated relative to the structural weight load of additional ballast and the lower module count due to row shading.
Features and Benefits
- Non-penetrating, modular design can be installed without roof attachments
- Non-obstructive, the array will not interfere with roof top equipment servicing or with drainage.
- Lightweight, final weight depends on array size and location wind zone however, it is generally less than 6 pounds per square foot.
- Modular, offers design flexibility and rapid deployment to minimize site construction time.
- Twenty-five year expected life
Components
- Solar Panels
- Mounting System
- DC to AC Inverter
Warranty
- 5 Year Solar Works Warranty
- Manufacturer Product Warranty
Options
- Extended Warranty
- Remote Monitoring
- Service & Support Contract
Solar Works has successfully completed many commercial projects on standard sloped roofs. In these applications, the panels are attached to rails that tie into the roof structure or are “clipped” to the seams of a standing seam roof with specially designed clips.
Features and Benefits
- Roof angle of 30 to 45 degrees provides an excellent angle for the greatest amount of solar harvest.
- Low weight on the roof structure. Existing support structure will accommodate additional weight of the array.
- Standoff from roof promotes airflow and ventilation for greater power production.
- Prolongs roof by protecting existing roof from UV damage from the sun.
- Twenty-five year expected life
Components
- Solar Panels
- Mounting System
- DC to AC Inverter
Warranty
- 5 Year Solar Works Warranty
- Manufacturer Product Warranty
Options
- Extended Warranty
- Remote Monitoring
- Service & Support Contract
Thin film laminates offer an easy way to integrate solar PV technology into an existing standing seam roof. The laminates fit comfortably into the standing-seam channels, providing a lightweight yet effective building integrated application for solar electric.
Features and Benefits
- Minimal additional weight load to the roof.
- Building integrated design that blends into the existing roof surface.
- Easy application for adhering the laminates
- Positive aesthetic appeal
- Twenty year expected life
Components
- PV Membrane or Laminate
- DC to AC Inverter
Warranty
- 5 Year Solar Works Warranty
- Manufacturer Product Warranty
Options
- Extended Warranty
- Remote Monitoring
- Service & Support Contract
When roof space is not available because of orientation, shading or structural limitations, alternative mounts can be considered. These alternatives can take the form of ground or wall mounts, covered walkways, atriums, parking lot coverage or even building awnings.
Features and Benefits
- Placement, angle and orientation can be optimized for maximum power generation.
- Totally independent of the other facility structures and easily accessed for service and viewing
- Visible display of commitment to clean energy and investment to counter climate change.
- When incorporated as an atrium, walkway cover or window awning can serve a secondary purpose as well.
- Twenty-five year expected life
Components
- Solar Panels
- Mounting System
- DC to AC Inverter
Warranty
- 5 Year Solar Works Warranty
- Manufacturer Product Warranty
Options
- Extended Warranty
- Remote Monitoring
- Service & Support Contract
