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Installation

Every solar installation is tailored to the customer's needs and the unique feautures of the site, considering elements like sun exposure, roof or ground size, energy usage, and available budget. The type of installation largely depends on the intended use, system size, and the nature of the structure on which it is installed.

The main categories include:



RESIDENTIAL PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS

- ROOFTOP INSTALLATION
Residential photovoltaic systems are the most common type. Panels are typically mounted on the rootops of single-family homes, duplexes, or apartment buildings.
These systems are designed to cover the home's energy consumption.

  • Sloped roofs: Panels are mounted at optimized angles to maximize solar irradiation capture.
  • Flat roofs: Panels are installed on tilted mounting structures to achieve optimal orientation and improve performance.

    • - GROUND-MOUNTED INSTALLATION: When a rooftop isn't suitable - due to the lack of space or structural limitations - solar panels can be installed on the grounds, such as in private gardens, as long as the site receives optimal sun exposure.



    COMMERCIAL AMD INDUSTRIAL PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS

  • Rooftop systems on industrial buildings and commercial facilities: Many businesses and shops, particularly those with ample roof space, install photovoltaic systems to reduce energy costs. These systems usually have greater capacity than residential ones and can cover most or all of a building's electricity needs.
  • Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV): These solar systems are embedded directly into the building's architecture, replacing traditional construction materials such as windows, walls, or roofing. They're visually appealing and blend seamlessly into the architecture, though they often involve higher upfront costs.
  • Solar farms (or ground-mounted industrial systems): Designed for large-scale power generation, these systems are deployed on agricultural or industrial land. They're capable of producing substantial amounts of energy and are typically intended for sale to the national grid.



    • SELF-CONSUMPTION PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS

  • Systems with energy storage: These systems store solar energy in batteries, allowing it to be used during period of low solar production (e.g., at night or on cloudy days). They're ideal for boosting energy independence and cutting down on electricity bills.
  • Systems without energy storage: In this configuration, solar energy is consumed in real time or fed into the public grid. Self-consumption is achieved only when solar production aligns with the energy demand of the user.



    • PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS WITH TRACKING

  • Solar tracking systems: These photovoltaic systems are equipped with tracking mechanisms that allow panels to follow the sun's movement throughout the day. This technology enhances energy yield by optimizing solar exposure but generally involves higher initial investment costs.



    • FLOATING PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS

  • Floating solar installations: These systems are installed on water surfaces such as lakes, tanks, or artificial basins. They're a smart way to use unused water space and can boost panel efficiency thanks to cooler temperatures.