Gonvarri Solar Steel: Brand New Spanish 1P Tracker System

Spain-based solar tracker and fixed-structure manufacturer Solar Steel has recently launched its latest dual-row 1P solar tracker system, TracSmarT+1P. Designed to meet the demands of utility-scale PV plant installations with bifacial modules, this new model offers a range of advanced features.

The optimized structure of the 1P tracker system reduces installation time through simplified assembly, which in turn lowers labor costs and accelerates the return on investment (ROI), according to the company. Additionally, its design – featuring fewer and pre-assembled components – minimizes the risk of mechanical failure and optimizes maintenance costs.

The system’s enhanced tracking range, allowing for tilts of up to 60°, enables it to adjust its orientation to maximize sunlight exposure at various times, even during extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain and hail. Furthermore, its robust mechanical locking mechanism ensures the tracker remains in its desired position during high winds by minimizing aeroelastic effects, the company added.

For installations on undulating terrain, the integrated SmarTSlope technology allows the tracker to efficiently adapt to uneven surfaces without the need for shortened rows, while maximizing power generation.

The company also noted that this latest tracker model can be customized for single-row designs. Incorporating features from Solar Steel's existing agrivoltaic line, AgriPV, the new model can be adapted for ground clearance of up to 2.1 meters, meeting various European regulatory requirements for advanced agricultural and livestock PV applications.