Joao Amaral

With the expansion of the photovoltaic energy generation market, it is essential to consolidate an agile and efficient supply chain, capable of meeting its increasingly dynamic logistical and technical demands. In this way, component manufacturers and distributors play a fundamental role in supporting the specification of solutions offered to their customers. When designing a photovoltaic system, several variables must be taken into account to evaluate the energy generation potential; Incidence of solar irradiation (W/m²) in the region; Relief and nearby buildings that will cause shading; Available area; Model of photovoltaic panels; Type of surface where the system will be installed; This last characteristic will determine which manufacturer and type of fixing structure should be used. Before making the purchase, we recommend following the guide below, which will provide greater efficiency, savings and quality for your project. 1st step: check the type of roof (ceramic, fiber cement, metallic, etc.) and dimensions available for installation; 2nd step: search for technical information in the manufacturer's datasheet, ensuring that the structure in question is applicable to your project; 3rd step: quantify the material according to the number of panels and technical sheets from the structure manufacturer; 4th step: request a quote with all relevant information, answering questions with the technical sales team and ensuring that the budget is consistent with the project. Ready! Now, just choose the cheapest supplier, right? Wrong! Let's think together: structures for photovoltaic panels generally represent 8% of the project value. A 10% variation in prices between one supplier and another would represent less than 1% in the final value of the project. However, if the structures fail, the losses can be large, leading to the famous “cheap but expensive” situation. Of course, evaluating prices is important, but we need to check other valuable criteria such as supply capacity, the brand's reputation in the market, the manufacturer's investments in new solutions, commitment to sustainability, as well as product guarantees and quality of service. Through solid management, Solar Group makes constant investments in people, research and products to provide the best results. More than selling, we want to relate to the market.

Joao Amaral

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