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SOLAR POWER SOUTHEAST
May 15th-16th, 2018
Sheraton Atlanta Hotel – Atlanta, GA
Solar Power Southeast leads the way for solar professionals doing business in this area of the U.S. Over 600 attendees and 50 exhibitors will venture to Atlanta this year. With ample opportunities to network with solar companies based in the region, as well as the chance to gain knowledge on the trends and policies impacting the Southeast, Solar Power Southeast proves to be the premier place to build your business and connect with industry leaders. is year's event features three workshops, multiple organized networking events, and 15 education sessions.
www.events.solar/southeast
Features just some of the companies and technologies attendees will see at this year’s show.
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SOLAR CANADA ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXPOSITION
June 20th-22st, 2018
BMO Centre – Calgary, Alberta, Canada
e Canadian solar energy market is growing rapidly. Provincial governments and consumers are focusing more on renewable energy in an e ort to lower greenhouse gases and utilize more a ordable sources of energy. is has created a tremendous opportunity for companies to expand their market presence in Canada. Solar Canada Conference & Exposition provides an excellent platform to connect with industry professionals and enter this growing market.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to network with thousands of attendees and hundreds of exhibitors representing the entire industry: solar integration, development, engineering and EPC, equipment manufacturers, utilities, consultants, federal, provincial and municipal governments, communities, and students.
www.solarcanadaconference.ca
Features just some of the companies and technologies attendees will see at this year’s show.
Plug & play, wireless balance of systems
Shoals’ combiner-less BLA harness
has helped streamline installation while creating between 20 and 60% material savings. e newest addition to this is the introduction of BLM which adds current and voltage monitoring along with autonomous I/V curve measurement. I-V curve measurement provides more information about the performance of a PV module or array than any other measurement method and is coupled with the fastest possible measurement tools. e entire system is plug and play and completely wireless - allowing for maximum functionality. Shoals Technologies Group www.shoals.com
Solar wire management clip
Nine Fasteners’ NFI-1307-V90 is a UL Listed solar wire management clip designed to hold 1 or 2
PV wires securely to standard solar PV module frames. e NFI-1307-V90 is oriented at a 90° angle for when a standard oriented clip does not t the application. is clip is designed to allow the solar panel to lay at when implemented
on a railed system, yet is still easy to install
even without a lead lip. As with all of Nine Fasteners solar wire management clips, this clip is manufactured in the U.S.A. with a rolled outer edge for maximum wire safety.
Nine Fasteners | www.ninefasteners.com
Integrated PV solution for harsh conditions
GP JOULE is a global renewable energy company developing, engineering, constructing, operating, and nancing commercial and utility-scale renewable projects. Globally, GP JOULE has installed over 500MWs of PV projects and manages 600MWs of assets across Europe and North America. eir full range of PV products and services is focused on delivering low installed cost in tough environments. Combining turnkey EPC expertise with its proprietary PHLEGON single axis tracker, GP JOULE o ers a bankable solution with engineering, installation, and commissioning services. Designed speci cally for harsh climates and challenging sites, the PHLEGON tracker uses heavy-duty linear actuators that intelligently integrate German- engineered control systems. is technology contends with heavy snow and high winds to ensure production 365 days a year. Cost-e ective PHLEGON utilizes up to 50% fewer piles, has a low fastener count, and o ers easy ground maintenance access.
GP JOULE | www.gp-joule.com
Independent service provider for PV O&M Northwind is a progressive, customer- focused service organization delivering asset monitoring, performance analytics, and operations & maintenance (O&M) services to the renewable energy industry. eir mission is to minimize asset down time and maximize the value of renewable energy assets today and for the long
term. Established in 2004, Northwind is a Spark Power Company. Founded in 2010, Spark Power is an integrated, end-to-end energy solutions provider, delivering technical innovation, project development, contracting, maintenance, service, and operational support to the ICI, renewable energy, and utility markets.
Northwind Solutions Group, Inc.
www.northwindsolutions.com
PV system protective fuses
With a dedicated range of products to disconnect, clip, and isolate, that includes string and NH
style fuses, supporting fuse gear, surge protective devices (SPDs), power distribution blocks (PDBs), and switches, Mersen provides the appropriate measures to shield the wiring between strings and protecting system components. With their HelioProtection product line, faulty circuits are safely isolated and system longevity and reliability are increased, allowing for continuous generation of clean and e cient power. Mersen recently introduced Crimp Cap Termination for their HP10M, HP15M, and HP15G HelioProtection photovoltaic fuses. In addition to the standard ferrule terminal, Mersen’s wire crimp terminal (CC option) permits solderless wire-to-fuse connection for overmold encapsulation of fuse and wiring, speci cally designed for in-line fuse applications. UL Listed.
Mersen | ep.mersen.com
Seasonally adjustable ground mount
Kinetic Solar’s new seasonally adjustable ground mount brings versatility and strength while being economical and fast to install. Each module section is balanced in order to make seasonal adjustments with 60- or 72-cell modules simple and easy, no heavy lifting required. Seasonal adjustment can o er a yearly increase in production of up to 14% (when compared to xed tilt) without the added cost of a tracking system. Standard tilt angles include 20°, 45°, and 60°. It is engineered to withstand 1kPa of wind and 2.5kPa of snow, making it suitable for use in nearly any location in North America. Its design tilts at for fast and easy construction. Available with optional string inverter mount, micro inverter mount, and rear cable shielding panels. e structure’s sturdy steel construction and hot dip galvanized coating stands up to hostile environmental conditions. Kinetic Solar | www.kineticsolar.com
Rail-less mounting system
POWER DISK is a unique roof attachment that can go anywhere on residential rooftops. It does not need
to be secured to rafters and allows
solar modules to be installed in four simple steps. POWER DISK is exible and adaptable; it allows installers to
set modules in portrait or landscape format and can be attached directly to rafters, if desired. Fitting most framed 60- and 72-cell modules, POWER DISK is pre-assembled and quick-to-install with built-in electrical grounding clips integrated in the mount and optional ashing. POWER DISK in UL2703 code compliant. PLP’s website also features
a new POWER DISK design tool which provides optimal residential roof layouts with the unique deck mount attachment and o ers built-in code compliant engineering, and a simple user interface. Preformed Line Products www.preformed.com
Versatile plug & play inverter solution
Ingeteam’s Medium Voltage Inverter Station is a compact, customizable, and versatile plug & play solution that can be con gured to suit each customer’s requirements. is brand new medium voltage solution integrates all the devices required for a multi-megawatt system, customized up to 3.6MVA. With high adaptability and power density
of 5.2 W/in3, not only does Ingeteam’s Inverter Station o er low CAPEX, but
also low OPEX, thanks to its long-lasting design, ease of access and serviceability, and maximum protection. e high- performance design uses electronic conversion topologies capable of achieving e ciency values of up to 98.9%. Its dual channel air cooling system makes it possible to increase the ambient operating temperature for maximum enhanced functionality, thus maximizing return on investment. e INGECON SUN PowerMax B Series is certi ed in compliance with
UL 1741 SA and pairs well with their INGECON SUN STORAGE PowerMax three-phase bidirectional battery inverters. Ingeteam | www.ingeteam.com
Solar carports and support systems
Baja Construction’s in-house design engineers create custom Baja Carport Solar Support Systems for their extensive Baja Carport product- line that meet the engineering speci cations of the customer and
their city’s criteria. Baja’s engineers provide customers with carport structure plans that seamlessly integrate into their property’s layout
for the greatest coverage and power production possible. Baja steel carports and canopies are engineered “site-speci c” to meet live loads from 20 psf up to 60 psf, and wind speeds from 90mph to 140mph.
Each Baja Carport is highly specialized, designed, and engineered to the customer’s speci cation using pre-fabricated (with intention for
no eld welding), pre-galvanized high-tensile, light-gauge steel. ey use their workforce to ensure quality from delivery to installation. Baja has logistics in place to complete projects anywhere; their customers include hospitals and medical centers, Fortune 500 companies, schools and colleges, municipalities, multi-family, and a ordable housing. Baja Carports | www.bajacarports.com
Topographically adaptable ground mount
DCE Solar o ers the Contour ground mount system which delivers a
wide selection of foundation types
to cost. Contour’s design conforms
to challenging topography and accommodates all soil types to minimize or eliminate the need
for expensive grading. Utilizing its shared foundations con guration will decrease the number of foundations per MW to further reduce cost and diminish ground refusals. Electricians enjoy the ease of wiring which o ers compounded savings in both grounding and wiring costs. DCE’s Contour is
easy to install and reduces installation man hours. e DCE team always provides client support to ensure EPC’s and developers meet or exceed their expected goals. All DCE products are backed with reliable delivery times along with a 20-year warranty.
DCE Solar | www.dcesolar.com
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Versatile ground mount system
e Advanced Modular ground mount system is a solution for large commercial and utility scale solar projects. Innovative features like integrated bonding, cable management trays, and UL Certi ed components reduce electrical costs. Engineered cross bracing, high strength steel, and physical testing on every site makes the Advanced Modular ground mount system
a very rigid system. AP Alternatives’ shallow helical foundations allow massive versatility with soil issues, including: soft soils, low friction soils, high water tables, shallow bedrock,
deep frost lines, and rolling topography all at basically no cost increase.
AP Alternatives | www.apalternatives.com
Non-penetrating solar mounting solution
KB Racking’s EkonoRack 2.0 is a simple, non-penetrating solar mounting solution for commercial at rooftops. e safe and robust system is ETL Certi ed and can
be grounded with only one grounding lug per array. EkonoRack 2.0’s design is composed of only one major component, acting as a ballast tray windshield mount and multiple panel support. e system’s pre-attached roof mats save time on installation and provide maximum protection for the roof.
KB Racking | www.kbracking.com
O&M services
With 30 years of experience and 10GW of energy under contract in North and South America, EDF Renewable Services helps optimize plant performance, maximize availability, and minimize downtime. With services including full O&M, Asset Management, and 24/7/365 Monitoring, they bring an owner-operator sensibility to all projects. eir development group, EDF Renewable Energy, has over 9GW of renewable energy projects developed in North America.
EDF Renewable Services
www.edf-rs.com
E ective deep foundation solution
Helical piles are an increasingly popular and e ective deep foundation option. Almita Piling’s helical piles
are composed of a steel pipe shaft
with a 45° cut at the bottom and one
or more formed helical plates welded outside. Helical piles reduce a project’s environmental footprint, increase the speed of installation, and are suitable for applications within diverse soil and environmental conditions.
Almita Piling | www.almita.com