[RE-wrenches] SnapNrack

Solar Energy Solutions solarenergysolutions at yahoo.com
Fri Jun 26 09:59:08 PDT 2015 

We had a situation where an extra square head was left in place under a panel.  It must have been thought to be more trouble than it was worth to remove.  10 year later...Crack goes the Sanyo!  Installer error, we had to do the right thing... it hurt!  Andrew KoyaanisqatsiPresidentSolar Energy Solutions, Inc.Since 1987,Moving Portland and Beyond to an Environmentally Sustainable Future.503-238-4502
www.SolarEnergyOregon.com "Better one's House too little one daythan too big all the Year after." 


     On Friday, June 26, 2015 7:33 AM, Jason Szumlanski <jason at floridasolardesigngroup.com> wrote:
   
 

 So far, so good. No issues like that. However, on one job we had a problem with the bolt heads not "catching" in the rail channel and modules popping up. I chalked that up to an installation error by an installer that was easily resolved. Despite the convenience, I'm not a huge fan of t-bolts for top clamps. Square head bolts that you slide into the channel seem much more secure and less prone to error. However, the bonding feature makes the T-bolts worth the tradeoff.
Jason

On Thu, Jun 25, 2015 at 7:11 PM, Chris Worcester <chris at solarwindworks.com> wrote:

Hi Jason,Have you or others been using the new UniRac SM mid and end clamps with the integrated bonding yet? My concern is the “Stainless steel Midclamp points, 2 per module, pierce module frame anodization to bond module to module through clamp.”We had an MSI Alpha + self-bonding midclamp shatter the glass on an LG 280 last fall, as the factory set point was sticking out too far, so as it was being tightened down, on top of the module the point dug through the module’s top frame hitting the glass, shattering it.I do wonder if there are any issues with this “point” on the UniRac midclamps potential for doing the same damage? Chris WorcesterSolar Wind WorksNABCEP Certified PV InstallerOffice 530-582-4503Cell 530-448-9692Fax 530-582-4603www.solarwindworks.comchris at solarwindworks.com From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-bounces at lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Jason Szumlanski
Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2015 1:13 PM
To: RE-wrenches
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack That decision was based on our distribution network offering better pricing on Unirac, and engineers being comfortable with it. Now with the integrated grounding from Unirac, I can't see moving away from it again barring a significant cost benefit. It also stacks and stocks easier than the Ironridge rails.
  On Wed, Jun 24, 2015 at 5:55 PM, Dana Brandt <dana at ecotechenergy.com> wrote:Hi Jason,We've used Unirac for years but have been contemplating Ironridge. I'm curious what your experience was and why you went back to Unirac? 

Anyone else have input on best racking systems for flush-mounted residential systems on comp roof? Thanks,
Dana

Dana Brandt
Ecotech Energy Systems, LLC
www.ecotechenergy.com
dana at ecotechenergy.com
360.318.7646 On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 12:09 PM, Jason Szumlanski <jason at fafcosolar.com> wrote:By Snap N Rack, you mean Sun Run... http://cleantechnica.com/2014/02/05/sunrun-acquires-rec-solars-residential-business-aee-solar-snapnrack-means/ I'm curious if these vertical integrators will still make their acquired brands available to small dealers through distribution. When SolarCity snatched up Zep, I had concerns about being able to service or add onto existing Zep systems we installed. That's definitely a concern going forward, and reason to perhaps stick with the most compatible racking solutions available. We used IronRidge for a while, which is largely compatible with Unirac, but now we're back on the Unirac bandwagon.  Interesting times... Jason Szumlanski​Fafco Solar​  On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 12:45 PM, Max Balchowsky <max at seesolar.com> wrote:We have been using Snap N' Rack for a while, Have lots of installs in Hawaii - so far no problems, I like the convenience of the design for snapping in the slider nut in mid rail, and also the ability to install the panels flush with the end of the rails…. Max Balchowsky
Design Engineer
SEE Systems
1048 Irvine Ave Suite 217
Newport Beach, Ca. 92660
760-403-6810"Building a Better Future For The Next Generation" From: Allen Frishman <amfrish at aeonsolar.com>
To: RE-wrenches <re-wrenches at lists.re-wrenches.org> 
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2014 6:17 AM
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack I am curious about the mid clamps on the snapnrack.   The flange that rests on top of the solar panel frame is so small ~ 3/16".    Anyone experience any problems with these failing in a big storm?    With solar panel frames not being square it is nice to have a little extra to grab - I am always curious as to why these clips are made with such a small area to hold the panels down.    All feedback on these clips is appreciated.Al Frishman
AeonSolar(917) 699-6641 - cell
(888) 460-2867
www.aeonsolar.com On Jun 1, 2013, at 10:41 AM, Max Balchowsky wrote:

Have installed last three systems (35Kw)with snap n rack.love it.... Max Balchowsky
Design Engineer
SEE Systems
1048 Irvine Ave Suite 217
Newport Beach, Ca. 92660
760-403-6810"Building a Better Future For The Next Generation" From: Solarguy <ntrei at 1scom.net>
To: 'RE-wrenches' <re-wrenches at lists.re-wrenches.org> 
Sent: Friday, May 31, 2013 10:11 PM
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack The only complaint with the Snapnrack rails is the thin wall can easily be distorted. This will allow the nut to drop out of its groove. Love the universal end clamps but have learned to assemble every one to check for proper fit before getting on the roof.Jim Duncan-----Original Message-----
From: re-wrenches-bounces at lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-bounces at lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Drake
Sent: Friday, May 31, 2013 7:32 PM
To: re-wrenches at lists.re-wrenches.org
Subject: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack Hello Wrenches, How would you rate the SnapNrack mounting systems against Unirac and other mounting systems? Thanks, Drake 

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