• March 10. 2023

Some solar photovoltaic panels have a frameless design, with the cells sandwiched between two pieces of glass, while other, more flexible designs use polymers to protect the electronics. But for all other solar panels with a frame, it's likely to be made of aluminum. There is now a growing momentum to use other framing material options for environmental and practical reasons. Steel is one of them....

• March 15. 2023

Wintop roof solar mounting system is developed to fit all types of L feets in solar roof mounting projects. Fasteners are uniquely designed to more easier and quicker installation with the use of simple tools. Our company is fully based on the Australian AS/NZS1170.2 standard in the design of the product structure. When installing on roof, you must obey the local safety standards, and pay attentio...

• April 04. 2023

Metal roofs are considered the best medium for photovoltaic systems because metal roofs are specially designed and prefabricated to meet the needs of the building's climate and location, and the warranty period is usually as long as 40 years or so. And the average lifespan of solar panels is typically around 20 to 25 years, so metal roofs don't have to worry about the risk of needing to replace th...

• April 14. 2023

Adoption of solar energy has become easier and more common across the globe. The International Energy Agency predicts that global solar PV capacity will nearly triple between 2022 and 2027, making it the world's largest source of electricity generation. Inflation Reduction Act Despite the enormous benefits of solar power, implementation is not always seamless. Sometimes developers can foresee comm...

• April 19. 2023

A solar inverter is an essential component in a solar system. So how to choose a suitable solar inverter? here we come to find out. 1. Understand the commonly used solar inverters It is essential to understand the different types of solar inverters and how they work. Generally speaking, solar inverters on the market are mainly divided into three types: grid-connected, off-grid and hybrid. 2. Compa...

• July 05. 2023

A new study details how floating photovoltaics affect wind flow and irradiance in a lake, and the effect on water temperature at different depths. However, the authors say more research is needed on how to design systems to maximize the benefits of the water bodies themselves. A team of researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE and the University of Freiburg evaluated ...

• July 27. 2023

Solar energy has emerged as a promising way to address the world's growing energy needs while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pursuing a sustainable energy future. As solar penetration soars, the decision between high-slope solar installations and plain area solar installations is getting a lot of attention from developers, policy makers and homeowners. Understanding comparative factors is c...

• August 03. 2023

A solar system can only work properly if the solar panels can capture energy. Solar panels need sunlight to generate energy using the photovoltaic effect. Sunlight travels to the panel in the form of photons. When a photon hits a solar cell, it dislodges electrons from the cell, creating electron space. Inside each cell are two wafers, one with phosphorus added to create free electrons and a negat...

• August 16. 2023

A rooftop solar ballast system is a method of installing solar panels on a flat roof. Concrete blocks are placed in a ballasted racking system to reduce the weight of the solar array and protect the panels from weather elements such as wind and snow. There are many benefits to using a ballast solar system instead of a traditional roof rack. Ballast systems on commercial rooftops provide: limited t...