Wire Management is a vital part of every residential solar photovoltaic (PV) Installation. It is the foundation of efficiency, good production, and safe operation of the array. PV systems are complex, the environment is harsh, and installation can be difficult. As a result, getting wire management right is not always easy, but with quality equipment […]

Unlike traditional wire management which leaves spans of unsupported wire between attachments, SolarTray supports the entire length of the wire. This continuous support system eliminates the risk of sagging wires that cause failed inspections, expensive service calls and equipment damage. Plus, SolarTray installs faster and costs the same as typical wire clips.

Powerarch Improves Strength by up to 60% Installers are constantly looking for a better tile hook, and thanks to a product development team deeply committed to improvement and innovation, Unirac recently delivered. Its new Powerarch technology yields a Pro Series Solarhook that’s up to 60% stronger, at the same price and with the same installation […]

Unirac’s Pro Series SolarHooks with PowerArch technology deliver up to 60% more strength that standard tile hooks but have the same simple installation process and for the same price. Watch the following videos to learn more about the strength of the patented PowerArch and to see a typical installation.  

*Installing Mounts on an S-Tile Roof Second in a series: Attachments for Tile Roofs Last month, I shared the top takeaways from the evaluation process I managed when I was responsible for vetting and approving mounting equipment for one of the largest national solar integrators. In that article, I shared key features that make a […]

When it comes to installing solar on tile roofs, Tile Hooks or Tile Replacement Mounts are the best options. Watch these videos to learn how to install Flashkit TR and Pro Series Solar Hooks. The Unirac Pro Series Solar Hooks with Power Arch Technology delivers superior strength without a bulky arm, so there is no […]

First in a series: Attachments for Composition Shingle Roofs There are an overwhelming number of solar roof mounting attachments on the market and more are released every year. Selecting the right product can seem daunting. Believe me, I know how it feels! For a great portion of my solar career, I worked for a large […]

There are two main types of solar attachments for composition shingle roofs—flashing and flashing-free. Flashing’s primary waterproofing mechanism is simple: a flat metal flashing is inserted between shingle courses and sheds water down the slope of the roof. Flashing-free attachments rely on high-grade sealants to seal penetrations in the roof, and are installed without disturbing, […]

AC solar panels simplify installation by integrating the inverter and module into a ready-to-install unit, eliminating steps to mount microinverters and to connect and manage DC leads. Mounting AC panels requires making a few key adjustments to the typical installation process and may be new to some installers. This video demonstrates how to unlock the […]