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Array Technologies says it has developed a 77-degree solar tracker mount designed to protect solar assets from hail and high winds in response to severe weather events.
Array Technologies, a supplier of commercial-scale PV trackers, said at the RE+ solar industry conference in September that it is developing a new solar tracker with a 77-degree stowage tilt capability.
The tracker is designed to tilt the panels up to 77 degrees, protecting them from hail and strong wind damage during severe weather events.
“With the increasing frequency of multi-million dollar hail damages, the need for reliable and effective mitigation has never been greater,” the company said.
Array Technologies has built the new high-tilt tracker on its proven DuraTrack mounting design, supported by Array SmarTrack Hail Alert Response software. The tracker is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to improve the resiliency and efficiency of solar systems in hail-prone areas.
Earlier this year, it launched its Hail Alert Response software and SkyLink tracking system, along with a study on the effectiveness of its patented passive wind anchoring technology.
Features of the 77 degree stowage system:
77-Degree Stowage Capability: The new steep-angle hail tracker will feature a high stowage angle in any direction, regardless of wind speed or direction, offering protection from hail and wind. According to the company, this angle offers all the advantages of passive wind retention, including an energy gain of up to 5% compared to active retention trackers.
Integrated Hail Mitigation: Combining high-angle hail protection with ARRAYs Hail Alert Response and Passive Wind Protection capabilities, the tracker is designed to mitigate hail risk proactively and reactively.
Durability Improvements: Updates, including a new bearing housing, larger gear rack and advanced damper, will allow for a hard stop at a steeper angle, improving system resilience in severe hail conditions.
The product is expected to be available in early 2026. |
