Release by Scatec, a renewable energy leasing company under Scatec ASA, has developed a proprietary solar panel mounting structure designed to accelerate utility-scale renewable energy deployment across Africa. Engineered by the company’s South African team, the new system introduces a non-permanent, redeployable substructure optimised for multi-megawatt, ground-mounted PV projects.
Chief Engineer Abri Stegmann says the system’s innovation lies in combining scalability with redeployability. “The substructure achieves a higher ground coverage ratio than standard fixed-tilt systems, allowing more installed capacity per hectare and, in many cases, greater energy generation as well,” he told Energize. The system requires only handheld tools for installation.
“Tested for wind, sand and corrosion resistance under African conditions, the structure uses soil-anchor technology proven in the mining and agricultural sectors to ensure stability with minimal environmental impact. Fixed-tilt systems also require no complex commissioning and minimal maintenance,” he says.
According to Stegmann the mounting structure is compatible with all major PV module types and can be scaled from small to very large installations. It also integrates with battery energy storage systems and thermal generation.
