Different Ground Mounted Solar Panel Racking Systems?
1. Traditional: The most cost effective way to install a ground mount system is using steel pillars. If the ground is deemed suitable during the geotechnical analysis steel pillars can be driven in without pre-drilling and are wind-rated for Wind Region A in Australia.
2. Concrete: In some cases may require a concrete footing may be required to install the mounting system for the panels. This enables greater stability and resistance to wind.
3. Ground Screw: Ground screws are often more costly to install, but provide a highly stable solution. The screws can be drilled in with custom equipment.
4. Ballasted: In some circumstances it is preferred not to penetrate the ground at all. Solar panels can also be installed using concrete blocks which sit on the ground and their weight holds the system in place.
5. Single Axis Tracking: Tracking systems have motors that pivot the panels through-out the day to keep them tilted at the optimal angle to the sun. Single axis trackers follow the sun path from East to West.
6. Dual Axis Tracking: Dual axis trackers have multiple motor distinctions which enable the panels to move in a more circular motion and maximise the potential output of the panels.