COMPARISON OF SOLAR STRUCTURES
There are three commonly used steel structures for supporting solar PV power system.
We present the three most commonly-used types for large-scale installations such as the SolarNova tenders in Singapore.
Basic Fabricated Steel
Pros:
- Easy access to raw materials and fabricators.
- High flexibility in design.
Cons:
- Design is seldom optimized; economy of materials often result in mounting rails that can only support 3 panels.
- Inconsistency in quality during large quantities due to reliance on manual fabrication techniques.
Suitability:
- This system is suitable for large-sized installations if a reliable steel fabricator is available.
Struts System
Pros:
- Familiar system for M&E contractors.
- Easy access to materials and accessories.
Cons:
- Customizing of design results in higher costs from the use of more accessories and materials.
- Shortage of connecting accessories and brackets often result in lost productivity on site.
Suitability:
- This system is suitable for mid-sized installations.
Lightrus Solar Structures
Pros:
Custom designed to optimize output.
Value engineering can be applied to optimize output.
Cons: More costly on small installations.
Comparing between the basic quality of Lightrus Zincalume solar structures and the commonly-used Struts system, customized hot-dipped galvanized structures from both local and overseas markets(HDG), the zincalume structures by Lightrus are more cost-effective and outperform hot-dipped galvanizing (HDG) in outdoor applications.
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