Solar PV anchoring is essential for the stability and longevity of floating solar installations. These systems provide stability, ensuring that solar arrays remain secure and operational in dynamic aquatic environments. With proper engineering and anchoring, these systems can withstand the forces of wind, currents, and fluctuating water levels, helping them perform at their best.
AccuSolar works with companies who specialize in mooring systems to design site specific layouts and anchor points. Collectively we decide upon an advanced anchoring design which provides a flexible solution accommodating different water depths, water level variations, wind and wave action, and site constraints. Many floating solar arrays are on lined ponds which do not allow for below water anchors, which then requires securing above the berm. All systems are designed to withstand hurricane-level winds, and our system offers resilience in the face of extreme weather conditions. Due to the structural integrity of our design, the anchoring layout on an AccuSolar system minimizes the quantity of components and reduces installation time at a fraction of costs, when compared to alternate FPV. This creates a more efficient and durable system that adapts to each site’s unique conditions ensuring long-term performance.
Anchoring keeps the floating solar system secure while also protecting the electrical components. Since the floating solar system rests on the water, protecting the connections between panels and inverters is essential to avoid issues caused by movement or exposure to the elements. Without adequate anchoring, wires and cables could become strained, damaged, or submerged, which could disrupt power output or, in severe cases, cause safety hazards. During electrical engineering, it is always important to understand the water level variations the body of water can experience, and to accommodate with proper cabling length allowing for necessary slack.
Environmental factors like bathymetry, water depth, local wind patterns, and tidal changes are key to choosing the best anchoring solution. In areas with fluctuating water levels or strong wave action, flexible and durable solutions like AccuSolar’s are essential to ensure the panels remain in place.
The installation process is critical. Anchors need to be carefully installed to avoid disrupting the integrity of the water body, including minimizing impact on the sediment and local ecosystems. AccuSolar can assist this process in coordinating installation as this phase often requires teams with expertise in both solar technology and marine environments to ensure the system is securely anchored and compliant with local environmental regulations.
Floating solar anchoring is a foundational element in the design and success of floating solar installations. Our history in floating docks anchoring, along with help from qualified companies allows us to provide advanced anchoring design and floating solar systems are designed to withstand the harshest weather conditions while maintaining performance and environmental safety. Contact us to learn more about how our anchoring solutions can enhance the performance and reliability of your floating solar installations.
