At Solar Group, we are excited to share our knowledge and skills with clients to help them create the most cost-effective and energy-efficient solutions that harness the power of the sun to meet their power needs. The parking area is one of the most prominent features that can serve dual purposes at a larger facility. While covered parking is a great perk for employees and one they genuinely appreciate, business owners and managers will be equally impressed when they discover how simple it is to include solar panels and a solar energy system in that same parking structure.
A New Build Solar Parking Structure From Start To Finish
The experts at Solar Group are ready to provide all the information, expertise, and answers you need to justify the construction of a solar parking structure on your commercial property. All you need to do is make a call to harness the power of Solar Group and the sun to make your project a resounding success. With years of experience and perfecting the planning and construction of solar parking structures, working with Solar Group will make you wonder why you waited this long to take advantage of solar power in this manner.
Step 1: A site survey will determine the best layout for the parking structure to maximize sun exposure, drainage, and capacity of the solar panels, as well as the vehicles you need to accommodate. This information will be used to design the parking structure and the solar system that will be integrated into the construction process.
Step 2: With the design completed and approved, the excavation begins. This process will open the areas where concrete will be poured to create the foundation for the structure that will anchor it securely to the ground.
Step 3: The metal frame of the parking structure is constructed with beams, columns, and trusses selected to accommodate the added components of the solar system. This frame is connected to the concrete foundation to ensure the structural integrity of the structure and its support for the solar panels and other parts of the solar system.
Step 4: With the parking structure taking shape, it is time to attach the mounting rails and brackets to hold the solar panels at the perfect angle to capture the most energy from the sun.
Step 5: With the parking structure nearly complete and the rail system in place, the solar panels arrive and are carefully lifted to the top of the structure and mounted with the panel-specific fasteners.
Step 6: Next, the solar panels are all connected using wiring cables, which in turn are connected to the inverter that turns the DC power into AC power.
Based on the location of the parking structure and local building code requirements, drainage and water management systems can be incorporated into the construction process prior to the installation of the panels to ensure compliance and functionality of the parking structure in moist environments. From beginning to end, your solar parking structure installation can be simple and stress-free simply by making the crucial choice to entrust the solar portion of the project to the skilled professionals at Solar Group.
