[RE-wrenches] Best elevated ground mount

[William Miller]

James:

We have put up a few of the MPM mounts and we too spent a lot of time 
assembling.  This was due to unfamiliarity and will not be an issue in the 
future, making this rack a viable option for us.

The foundations required were substantial and expensive.  I am hoping that 
a system will be developed that can use driven pipe.  Pipe driving 
equipment is becoming more available and concrete is getting more expensive.

What took too much time was providing wire shielding.  Our customers did 
not elect to fence the arrays to comply with 690.31(A) so we built custom 
wire guards from expanded aluminum.  Ask if you want a photo or two.

I am really hoping some manufacturer will develop wire 
shielding.  According to the inspectors, locals are using chicken wire or 
hardware cloth which I doubt is reliable or bonded.

William Miller



At 11:49 AM 12/19/2012, James Reismiller wrote:
>Hi All,
>   We are looking for a faster, less expensive elevated ground mount 
> solution.  Wondering what folks like for a 10 kW size array elevated to 
> 8' above ground.  We tried DP&W Multi-pole mount and spent a LOT of time 
> building the rack.  We use Solarmount for low ground mounts, and are also 
> looking for something faster for that purpose as well.  Thanks in advance!
>Regards,
>James Reismiller