Apr 8 2010
Unirac, Inc., North America’s leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) mounting solutions, announced today they are currently manufacturing products in Ontario, Canada, which meet all Ontario Power Authority local-content requirements.
Locally manufactured residential and light commercial racking products are available today, with commercial and utility racking products also available and shipping in late April. This significant milestone demonstrates Unirac’s commitment to the Canadian market. It also signifies a direct response to Ontario’s pioneering FIT and MicroFIT programs, which offer attractive renewable energy compensation rates for solar installation customers.
“Canada is a growing market for solar energy due to the country’s proactive FIT and MicroFIT programs. We applaud Ontario Power Authority’s support of solar energy and programs that allow homeowners and business owners the opportunity to make a sound financial investment that is also environmentally responsible,” said Doug May, president and CEO of Unirac. “By manufacturing our mounting solutions locally, we adhere to the programs’ local content requirements, contribute to local economic growth, and provide Canadian customers access to our innovative line of products that are the building blocks for superior solar installations.”
Unirac is a recognized leader in the PV mounting market with industry-leading technology and a breadth of product solutions and services designed to meet the needs of any type of solar installation. Initial product offerings in Canada will include Unirac’s SolarMount, ISYS Ground Mount, and ISYS Roof Mount systems.
SolarMount is the most versatile PV mounting rail system on the market today. Installer-friendly components have been engineered for maximum flexibility, and allow for even the most challenging PV mounting solutions to attain accurate and superior results.
ISYS Ground Mount requires zero field fabrication—no welding, drilling or cutting at the installation site, making it one of the fastest systems to install with consistent and repeatable installation steps. Engineered to accommodate any type of foundation option, ISYS Ground Mount is one of the easiest and most cost-effective solutions available in the marketplace today.
ISYS Roof Mount is a flat roof solution that requires zero field fabrication, and can be installed at a rate of 2-3kW per man hour. The configurable design accommodates 0-30 degree module tilt and enables customers to maximize their project’s power production. ISYS Roof Mount utilizes Unirac’s patented I-beam components that demonstrate superior strength to weight ratio to withstand the demanding wind, snow and ice conditions in Canada.
Source: http://www.unirac.com/