As someone who’s spent years learning the ins and outs of the solar sector, I was excited to see the announcement of two new, innovative mounting components for rooftop solar panels by US-based S-5!, one of the premium manufacturers in the game. Their new designs are geared towards versatility and simplicity, making it easier to install and manage your solar array for home.
The first component, the MLPE Mount, is specially designed to connect microinverters and power optimizers directly to solar panel frames. If these terms seem a bit like Greek to you, just know that microinverters and power optimizers help get the most production possible from your solar panels. The genius in this new design lies in its practical approach to wire management. It allows for these vital electronic pieces to be installed before the solar panels even ascend to your roof – a feature that will no doubt be appreciated by solar companies and DIY enthusiasts alike.
The design of the MLPE Mount also adheres to all the required grounding rules, simultaneously providing the flexibility you need to ensure the maximum efficiency of your solar panels for your home. The brilliant new design caters to all solar modules and is suitable for attachment to any microinverters and optimizers weighing not more than 1.3 kilograms.
One thing I love about this mount is that it matches perfectly with either rail-based installations or S-5!’s rail-less solar mounting solution. The latter option is a popular one for metal roofs, as it provides a seamless integration of the solar panels into the roof design.
The second component, named the Protea II mounting bracket, is designed to fit perfectly on most trapezoidal rib (both single-skin and insulated) metal panel roofs. It’s adaptable, accommodating different widths, heights, and angles of roof ribs. This makes it a handy addition to both rail and rail-less systems.
I’m excited for the unveiling of these groundbreaking solar solutions at the forthcoming Solar and Storage Live Australia event. It’s advancements like these that not only make it easier for home and business owners to adopt solar but also streamline the processes for solar companies.
In the grand scheme of things, more efficient and user-friendly solutions like the ones S-5! are introducing will help grow the adoption rate of solar panels for homes. That’s excellent news for all of us, as solar represents a clean and inexhaustible energy source that can help us tackle climate change, one rooftop at a time.
S-5!’s commitment to practicality and versatility is a clear indicator of the focus on simplicity when it comes to installing and maintaining a solar array for home. No wonder their solutions have been chosen for over 2.5 million installations globally. And I’m confident their latest products will be just as successful as their predecessors.
To keep up with the ever-evolving world of solar, stay tuned to the blog. I’m always sharing the latest solar company news, tips for getting the most from your panels, and advice on navigating this exciting sector.
Original Articlehttps://pv-magazine-usa.com/2024/04/11/s-5-unveils-new-mounting-systems-for-rooftop-solar/
