computers can make arrays look sharp (was 'looks Sharp, man...) [RE-wrenches

[Bob Maynard, Energy Outfitters]

Hi Graham,

Sharp's new systems are not available yet.  Sharp will continue to offer
their standard modules along with the new products.  This will allow
contractors to pick their preference.

Regards,
Bob Maynard

-----Original Message-----
From: Graham Owen [mailto:graham at solarexpert.com] 
Sent: Friday, July 25, 2003 11:47 AM
To: RE-wrenches at topica.com
Subject: RE: computers can make arrays look sharp (was 'looks Sharp,
man...) [RE-wrenches

Hi Nick,

I haven't seen the new Sharp systems but I have heard that the module
frames have a lip on them which prevents the use of the Pro Solar
top-down clamp mounts.  From what I have heard Sharp is losing some
business from installers who prefer the Pro-solar mounts as opposed to
the Uni-Rack mounts which come with the Sharp systems.  I know a number
of installers who really liked the Uni-Rack mounts, until they have to
try and remove a module a year or so later for servicing.  I have been
told that the bolt heads spin in the channel and it is very difficult
trying to hacksaw the nut off the bolt in order to remove modules.  This
is all just hearsay. I believe there are a few installers in So Cal
installing the new Sharp systems, they sure have nice modules and the
inverter sounds promising.

Graham




-----Original Message-----
From: Nick Nicholas, APS [mailto:APS at SBCGLOBAL.NET] 
Sent: Friday, July 25, 2003 11:29 AM
To: RE-wrenches at topica.com
Subject: Re: computers can make arrays look sharp (was 'looks Sharp,
man...) [RE-wrenches


Hi wrenches:
    I have been through the sharp dealer training.  Unfortunately, they
could not display the new system (only the inverter), because the racks
have not been manufactured yet, not even a prototype (as of July 8).
    Also, the sharp look seen in the Sharp Literature is computer
generated, note that the array would be facing north, in relation to the
roof shadow. The racking system was designed, but installation seems
challenging.

            Nick Nicholas
            Chief of Engineering
            Alternative Power Systems, Inc.
            135 Colfax Ave. Grass Valley CA 959545
            530-274-0588 530-274-0589 530-913-5605
            aps at sbcglobal.net alternativepowersystems.com

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