Tracker Design Review

sbp sonne offers comprehensive services in the field of qualification, certification and structural testing of PV tracker systems, components and installations. We apply the basic principles of German checking engineering, in particular the complete and independent reference calculations of the proposed structures using our own analysis models and calculation algorithms.  

Our focus is on the review of applied methodology, execution and application of wind-tunnel test results in static and dynamic structural design. The fundamental understanding of dynamic loading and system response on lightweight steel structures is in sbp’s DNA; in addition to our consultancy services for PV trackers, we have also successfully adapted this knowledge for our own technology developments such as parabolic troughs or heliostats.  

In addition to an extensive review of the documentation provided, the fulfilment of all requirements within technical specifications of the plant owner and the third-party expert reports is checked. Results of the OEM/Designer are checked through reference calculations. 

Review concept: ‘global to local to global’

Phase 0           
Review of technical drawings and design documents

Phase 1       
Checking the primary structural elements through reference calculations

Phase 2
Checking system components, connection details

Phase 3         
Overall assessment of safety concept, commentary and feedback loops, confirmation of structural integrity

Overview

Other expertise

Techno-economic development of solar components
PV-Tracker Projects Review
PV-Tracker Third-party Consulting
PV-Tracker Root-Cause Analysis
Feasibility & optimization studies

Techno-economic development of solar components

We are continually breaking new ground and developing solar technology solutions that meet the tasks at hand – both in the PV and CSP market. From early concept design to the last bolt of the serial production process, sbp sonne covers every stage of the technology development.

PV-Tracker Projects Review

sbp sonne offers comprehensive services in the field of qualification, certification and structural testing of PV tracker systems, components and installations. We apply the basic principles of German checking engineering.  

PV-Tracker Third-party Consulting

sbp sonne is a highly reputable consulting engineering office with over 40 years of experience in the solar industry. Since   20 years, we provide consulting services for all stakeholders within the PV- and PV-Tracker industry. 

PV-Tracker Root-Cause Analysis

Based on our broad experience within the industry and our wide in-house knowledge about the specific behavior of single-axis tracking structures, sbp sonne serves as independent expert consultant for structural failure / root-cause analysis investigations.

Feasibility & optimization studies

Minimizing the cost per kilowatt-hour for the electric energy provided or maximizing ROI is the main objective of solar power plant design and optimization. Thus, it can be reasonable to accept higher investment cost if, in return, the performance and output rise significantly, or the operating expenses decrease.

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Max Dinkelaker