Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Design Services

Site Investigation
- Site visit to determine the best location and orientation of Solar Modules
- Determination of potential shading issues due to the change of the sun’s path with the change of seasons
System Sizing
- Type and quantity of Solar Modules
- Size and quantity of inverters
- Associated AC and DC feeders
- Accurate estimate of potential energy production using solar irradiance data available from the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
- Short circuit and available fault current analysis of DC system
Cost Estimating
- Reliable and current pricing of cutting edge technologies to provide customers with an accurate estimate of overall system costs
Incentive Information
- Information on Federal Rebates
- Information on State incentives depending on where the system is to be installed
System Integration
- Design of interconnection with new or existing electrical services
- Work with consulting engineers from mechanical and structural disciplines to design active or passive tracking devices and structurally sound mounting
National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 Compliance
- Article 690 – Solar Photovoltaic Systems
- Article 250 – Grounding and Bonding
Utility Company Coordination
- Metering requirements – Net Metering
- Verification of maximum size in kW allowed by local utilities
- Utility incentives or rebates