[RE-wrenches] SnapNrack

Christopher Warfel cwarfel at entech-engineering.com
Fri Jun 26 14:40:40 PDT 2015


Someone in this thread mentioned a Unirac integrated bonding end clamp.  
Our supplier has that on the packing slip, but it was still the same end 
clamp we always receive.  I have checked their website and do not see an 
integrated bonding end clamp; just mid clamp.  Does Unirac make an 
integrated bonding end clamp?  Thanks for any help.

Chris

On 6/25/2015 4:13 PM, Jason Szumlanski wrote:
> 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 
> <mailto: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 <http://www.ecotechenergy.com>
>     dana at ecotechenergy.com <mailto:dana at ecotechenergy.com>
>     360.318.7646 <tel:360.318.7646>
>
>     On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 12:09 PM, Jason Szumlanski
>     <jason at fafcosolar.com <mailto: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 <mailto: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 <tel:760-403-6810>
>             "Building a Better Future For The Next Generation"
>
>             ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>             *From:* Allen Frishman <amfrish at aeonsolar.com
>             <mailto:amfrish at aeonsolar.com>>
>             *To:* RE-wrenches <re-wrenches at lists.re-wrenches.org
>             <mailto: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 <http://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 <tel:760-403-6810>
>>             "Building a Better Future For The Next Generation"
>>
>>             ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>             *From:* Solarguy <ntrei at 1scom.net <mailto:ntrei at 1scom.net>>
>>             *To:* 'RE-wrenches' <re-wrenches at lists.re-wrenches.org
>>             <mailto: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>
>>             [mailto: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
>>             <mailto: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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