US-based Applied Energy Technologies (AET) has expanded and modified its ECO line of products to accommodate east/west orientation of PV modules to maximize PV production and increase array density on the rooftop.
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PV system design has been constrained by conventional racking systems designed for south facing orientation that can limit the size and density of deployed systems on buildings with non-optimum sun orientation.
Solution
AET’s ‘Rayport-B’ ECO East-West System provides an east/west orientation to maximize PV production and increase array density on the rooftop. East to west orientation provides advantages for PV power production with a dynamic grid. With greater array density, the system provides dual exposure during peak PV production times. The Rayport-B ECO East-West System, like its family of ECO products, is constructed from galvanized steel. It has one common bolt for all joints and has panel clamps with integrated grounding. The Rayport-B ECO System is wind tunnel tested, UL 2703 listed and comes with a 25-year limited warranty.
Applications
PV racking system for rooftop applications requiring compact east/west orientation.
Platform
The Rayport-B ECO is wind tunnel tested; UL 2703 listed and comes with a 25-year limited warranty. It fits all major solar modules on the market and is available in a variety of panel configurations.
Availability
May 2016 onwards.
