Building utility scale projects in MENA. The mounting systems perspective.
- 1. Building Utility Scale Projects in MENA BOS Optimization from the Perspective of Mounting Structures Yiorgos Eftychiou Abu Dhabi, 21.01.2016
- 2. Mounting Systems at a glance Over 8GW of mounting structures shipped worldwide More than 20 years of experience in the PV-racking market Complete product portfolio comprising of in-roof, on-roof, flat-roof and ground-mounted solutions Aluminum and steel solutions to cover various projects needs Installation services offered in growing markets, MENA included Strong financial stability as part of a large German industrial group
- 3. Company milestones 20 years of Mounting Systems Opening Office Tokyo, Japan Recertification ISO 9001 Award as accredited training company 180 employees Certified according to EN 1090 (CE marking) Founding of Mounting Systems Inc. with production in West Sacramento, USA Opening of the new site in Rangsdorf with 1.000 m² Company foundation in Dahlewitz near Berlin as RegEnBau Founding of Mounting Systems GmbH Site expansion to 17.000 m² ISO 9001 Certification Acquisition from Conergy Acquisition from NWI 1993 20132004 2008 2010 /2011 20122007 2014 2015 Mounting Systems aquires HatiCon Germany GmbH and HatiCon Solar, LLC 2016
- 4. Key Success Factors for utility-scale projects in emerging markets Optimal project design: Technical design of the system The efficient balance between cost / performance Smooth project implementation: On-time and within budget Commercial and financial conditions: Regulatory frameworks, type of incentives/support mechanisms that maximize the revenue streams
- 5. Optimal Project Design Feasibility Phase a. Site measurements, location and topography as well as environmental factors b. Key design features: type of modules, inclination angle, azimuth, module arrangement c. Optimization considerations: shading, performance degradation, trade-off between increased investment and energy yield
- 6. Optimal Project Design Preliminary project design Site Selection: preliminary ground surveys include valuable information for the available foundation options PV system layout: even at a conceptual stage and given the approximate investment requirements, the right fit between the mounting structure and the desired lay-out is critical for a preliminary cost-benefit assessment
- 7. Optimal Project Design Development of detailed project design: a. Detailed lay-out b. Detailed civil design c. Detailed electrical design d. Revised energy yield e. Construction plans f. Project schedule g. Commissioning plans
- 8. Optimal Project Design Critical factors • Extensive testing to ensure load conditions requirements are met • Corrosion protection system (below ground and atmospheric) • Site specific structural design calculations • Flexibility tolerances to compensate inaccuracies during placement of foundations • Minimize use of tools and level of expertise for installation • Adherence to module manufacturer installation manual • Allow for thermal expansion to avoid mechanical stress of modules
- 10. Smooth project implementation Construction phase – mechanical completion • Achieving contractual obligations, also known as “milestones”, depends on the timely construction-phase execution • The time needed to mount the system impacts substantially the labor costs associated with construction and thus the total project cost • A time-consuming and complicated to install racking system could jeopardize the effective task sequencing of the construction phase
- 11. BoS Optimisation The choice of the mounting structure impacts the on BoS and therefore the ROI a. optimizing inter-row spacing and thus reducing cable runs, avoid shading and therefore enhancing production b. minimizing total costs associated with installation c. Shorten supply times through effective usage of local/regional/supply chain
- 12. BoS Optimization - Considerations on emerging markets Limited options for obtaining-importing the equipment required Long transport times and customs delays New suppliers could have quality issues i.e. additional time- monitoring is generally required to ensure deliveries meet quality standards Packaging and transportation Inexperienced employees of project installation companies Strict quality management is required
- 13. Mounting Systems, your reliable EPC partner Successful track record build upon experience and project optimization know-how acquired in …. more than 50 countries …. with various topographies, ground and environmental conditions …. using all available foundation methods …. under extreme tight installation schedules and budgets
- 14. Global presence International sites GER · Headquarters and production Rangsdorf near Berlin JP · Company subsidiary Tokyo USA · Company subsidiary and production West Sacramento USA · Sales office Michigan ● Local representation / production sites
- 15. Mounting Systems Company Development Production Quality Logistics Service Products References
- 16. Sigma I XL Ground-mount • Ramming posts without ground sealing for all types of modules • Reduced number of foundations required • Time and cost saving thanks the use of ramming posts and a high degree of pre-assembly • Easy dismantling Company Development Production Quality Logistics Service Products References Less posts same performance
- 17. Sigma I XL Steel Ground-mount • Cheaper than aluminum • Ground slope up to 10° east/ west direction • More flexibility thanks Clickstone technology • Different variants for portrait and landscape installation • Height adjustable upper adapter • Different ramming and concrete foundations Company Development Production Quality Logistics Service Products References Same performance – reduced costs
- 18. Sigma II Ground-mount • Available with ramming posts, screw foundations or base plates • Optimal performance by maximum utilization of space • Time and cost saving thanks the use of ramming posts and material optimization • Easy dismantling • Also available in the Steel-Hybrid variant Company Development Production Quality Logistics Service Products References The space saving open terrain professional
- 19. Sigma II Stahl Ground-mount Easy installation, flexibility and optimal use of material • Simple and functional design • Higher load-bearing and stability thanks cap profile posts • Maximum service life due to special coating • Slope up to 10° East/ West • Installation efforts are reduced by using Clickstone technology • Connection to the ground by using ramming posts, screw foundations or foot plates Company Development Production Quality Logistics Service Products References
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