Solar Steel introduced the TracSmarT+1P horizontal single-axis tracker for utility-scale solar projects at Intersolar Europe 2026
The tracker incorporates an octagonal torque tube, pre-assembled components, and SmartSlope+ technology to simplify installation and support installations on uneven terrain
Available in single and dual-row configurations, the system supports agrivoltaic applications with up to 2.1 m ground clearance
Utility-scale solar projects focus on lower project costs, high energy yields, and speed of installation. Solar tracker manufacturers are introducing new designs for various site conditions to simplify installation and improve performance. Addressing these requirements, Solar Steel, part of Gonvarri Industries, introduced TracSmarT+1P – the latest evolution of its horizontal 1P single-axis tracker – at Intersolar Europe 2026.
The tracker incorporates an octagonal torque tube that, according to the company, improves torsional rigidity and load distribution while simplifying manufacturing. It also features pre-assembled components that reduce installation time by more than 35%, while a lower component count simplifies assembly and maintenance. According to Solar Steel, the structural design enables longer tracker rows while reducing the number of foundation piles.
For projects on uneven terrain, the optional SmarTSlope+ technology supports installations on north-south slopes of up to 15%. In addition, the tracker supports agrivoltaic installations with ground clearance of up to 2.1 m.
The TracSmarT+1P is available in both single and dual-row horizontal 1P configurations. It supports tracking angles of up to ±60°, row lengths of up to 120 m, and is available with either self-powered or AC-powered drive systems.
The system also integrates the company's TracBoost ecosystem, which includes proprietary backtracking algorithms capable of increasing annual energy production by up to 8%, according to Solar Steel. It also incorporates the SmarTHail hail-protection feature, along with cleaning and night positioning modes. The tracker supports Zigbee communication and Modbus TCP integration.
Designed for deployment across markets including Europe, Latin America, and India, the tracker is intended for installations on irregular terrain as well as desert and coastal environments. The TracSmarT+1P is backed by a 10-year structural warranty, a 5-year warranty for the control system and drives, and a 2-year battery warranty, with extended warranty options available.
Solar Steel also announced a collaboration with Solar-LIT to integrate robotic cleaning and automated panel installation technologies adapted for its trackers.
The company also features in the TaiyangNews Market Survey on Solar Trackers 2026, which can be downloaded for free here.
