What follows are the Top Solar Mounting Products for 2022. Take a look at this year’s innovative products (listed alphabetically by company) within the solar racking and mounting category (grouped by pitched roof, flat roof, ground-mount, tracking systems and carports).
See the full list of the 2022 Top Solar Products here.
CHIKOUUSA’s Standing Seam Metal Mounts are designed to fit a wide variety of seam types. The patented top-down, single bolt design dramatically reduces install time. Why tighten four bolts from the side when you can tighten one from the top? Innovation combined with lowest industry cost creates a perfect product!
EcoFasten’s RockIt Smart Slide is a simple solution for installing the RockIt rail-less racking system to composition shingle roofs. Eliminate the need to pry up shingle courses and install a metal flashing, or to add material when architectural shingles aren’t level. Longer 6.75” slide avoids overlaps in shingle courses.
The Splice Foot XL is an all-in-one mount and splice with a built-in rail support shelf. It is preassembled with K2 EverSeal flexible flashing technology, so no sealant is required. It is installed using self-tapping screws that can be either rafter or deck attached.
KB Racking’s Seamrack 2.0 is versatile, non-penetrating and easy to install. Seamrack 2.0 features complete adaptability for both fully railed and shared-rail mounting configurations for standing seam rooftops. SeamRack 2.0’s adaptable design is complemented by its feature-rich KB10 rails, integrated wire management and 25-year warranty.
MageFoot Rail-less Mounting Kit is a mounting system with two components: the mounting foot and mid or end clamp. The mounting foot is a deck-mount bracket with a butyl sealing gasket. It can be attached to the roof deck or rafter, while the mid clamp has integrated bonding capability.
Skip the rafters and mount anywhere on the roof with QuickBOLT’s Deck Mount. Install in 20 seconds with only four screws, no pre-drilling necessary. The Deck Mount base is backed with silicone and screws are pre-assembled with Umbrella Washers for superior holding and water protection. Screws and 90° T-Foot included.
The RT-APEX rail-less PV mounting with top-down self-flashing AlphaSeal is compatible with asphalt, metal, TPO and EPDM roofs. It is fully waterproof and IBC and IRC Code compliant for direct-to-deck, rafter or hybrid attachment. Going rail-less will allow more flexibility in design and reduce waste with fewer materials.
MightyMount System is a modified direct-mount system designed for a smaller footprint. MightyMount is compatible with composition shingle and trapezoidal metal roofs and features SpeedSeal Technology. The basic system installs by creating a precise layout, attaching mounts, placing panels and securing with Ultra Rail Mid and End Clamps.
Using patented counterbalance technology, Z-Rack is the most universal sloped roof racking solution available. Allowing systems to lay flush on any roof type, Z-Rack requires no penetrations for installation and shaves install time down for projects of any scale.
The SMR System is the best-value pitched roof mounting system on the market. Optimized design makes the SMR Rails not only the lightest but also the strongest rails on the market. One-tool assembly and Pop-On technology allow for a fast and worry-free installation.
The Roof Versatile system is engineered to function on any roof material or pitch. Rails can span up to 12’, reducing the number of parts needed. Clamps and splice connections come pre-assembled and require only one tool to assemble. The system is UL 2703 listed for bonding and grounding.
Thoughtful design, rigorous engineering and reliable supply chain are the foundation of NXT UMOUNT. One-tool installation with a variety of flashless attachments including FlashLoc and Butyl options. Features such as integrated wire management with new open channel rail and click-in assembly create an effortless installation experience.
Ballasted, low-slope rooftop product with variable inter-row spacing, simple east-west and north-south wire management, and designed to protect the block and rooftop surface. Need power density? Use a 6″ inter-row or stretch the inter-row to 30″ to optimize the tilt angle.
U-Anchor 2400 is the ideal mounting solution for solar installs on low-slope roofs. It installs easily in minutes, saving time and labor while being included in most warranties. Strong and lightweight, with its efficient installation and compatibility with all roof membrane types, the revolutionary U-Anchor is changing commercial rooftop solar.
The CompactFLAT solution is ideal for high-wind areas. It is a bracket-based system with adjustable click-clamps and punched holes. All parts are pre-assembled with self-drilling screws and washers. The product is backed by a 25-year product warranty and is wind tunnel tested and certified to UL 2703.
New patent-pending DynoRaxx DynoGrip Evolution mounting system for flat roofs. The DynoGrip is a tool-less, snap-in-place locking module clamp. It works universally on all framed modules. The system is cost-competitive, 100% tool-less, lightning fast and straightforward to install and manufactured in the highest-quality fiberglass and stainless steel.
KB Racking’s EkonoRack 2.0 is a ballasted system available in 5,10, 15 and 20° tilt options. Ekonorack 2.0 enables faster install times with single-tool installation, click-in module clamps and preinstalled roof protection pads. The Ekonorack 2.0 is ETL Certified and comes with a 25-year warranty.
The clawFR racking platform is UL 2703 and UL 3741 listed and rigorously tested for high-wind installations. Available in 5° tilt, 10° tilt and Dual Tilt configurations, the system boasts faster build speeds, versatile design options and intelligent O&M features along with reliability you can expect from PanelClaw.
Using all recyclable materials and 90-95% less GHG-emitting concrete than traditional ballasted racking systems, Z-Lite is securely entrenched as the lightest-weight (4 psf) flat-roof solar solution on the market. Z-Lite’s self-ballasted design allows you to minimize onsite waste, labor, roof load, carbon emissions and, ultimately, cost.
The Roof Tilted system features pre-assembled tilt legs made for modules to be tilted at either 5 or 10°. Single- and double-rail applications support north-south or east-west roof runs. One-tool installation makes it simple and fast to install. The system is UL 2703 listed for bonding and grounding.
Maximizing the potential of flat-roof solar projects, RM10 EVO is designed to increase module density by up to 20%. Improved functionality, strength and reliability of the module clamps make simplicity with power possible.
The Hydrelio aiR floating solar system enables PV panels to be installed on large bodies of water like reservoirs, quarries and irrigation ponds. It’s a simple, affordable alternative to ground-mounted solar. Hydrelio is especially suitable for energy and water-intensive industries that can’t afford to lose land or water.
The TITAN DUO 4R is designed for large-format modules in regions with extreme weather conditions. Ground screws are standard and ideal for projects with glacial till, dense soils and rock. The system features telescoping posts to adjust for topography and a continuous row design to optimize every project.
Full Tilt is an optimized fixed-tilt racking solution designed to meet the installation challenges of any jobsite. Coupled with manufacturer-direct pricing and design flexibility, Full Tilt can accommodate any module size and features self-aligning Longhorn panel rails, cinch clip compatibility and the option to install modules in the flat position.
Did you know with the all-new, modular OSPREY PowerRack, you can save 72-plus work hours per residential ground mount? Take back those hours you save and put your install teams back on the roof driving more revenue. Try our patented OSPREY PowerRack and experience what everyone is talking about.
The Windmaster Ground Mount is the ideal solution for projects in regions that are at a high risk for wind storms, such as the coastal United States and the Caribbean. Windmaster becomes a power-producing reinforcement shield when placed around an existing ground mount, in a configuration called Perimeter Shield.
Designed to fit either ground screw or driven pile foundations, GLIDE is a fixed-tilt ground mount system engineered to follow the existing terrain of a project site. GLIDE is designed with simplified connections to reduce install time in the field and can accommodate heavy snow loads and high wind loads.
U.S.-made parking canopies for C&I projects, ranging from 40 kW to multi-MW. Standard models include Single Cantilevers up to four high and Double Cantilevers up to seven high. Also offering Y models (east-west orientation) and the ability to design custom units per the client’s needs.
The SolarZone solar charging table is the perfect solution for creating a comfortable and functional shaded outdoor workspace. Ideal for schools, corporate campuses, cafes or anywhere you need a seat in the shade and a place to get a charge! ADA-compatible and does not require foundations or underground electrical work.
Make a statement! The stunning QuadPod Double Cantilever provides the highest density electrical production out of all of Quest Renewables’ industry-leading products. It requires minimal foundations and was designed with safety and speed of installation in mind.
Inventive parking solutions that enhance functionality and power your business while showing your commitment to sustainability. Terrasmart’s trusted experience in manufacturing and project planning results in optimized projects with shorter lead times and less risk. Our custom Surface Lot and Garage solutions will optimize any space.
APA’s A-Frame 2.0 is a tracker interface for SAT sites with challenging soils using ground screws or helicals. The 2.0 is tooled up for high-volume production at a cost-effective price point and integrates seamlessly with top SAT manufacturers. The A-Frame mitigates foundation risk and frost heave concerns.
Array provides time-proven, locally sourced, easily installed utility-scale solar tracking solutions worldwide with extreme weather risk mitigation. Developers and EPCs come to Array for optimal project returns and value. Our flagship product, DuraTrack, is considered the most reliable and efficient solution, and now we offer the STI H250 and OmniTrack.
The Nevados ATT is the only true All Terrain Tracker on the market. Compatible with slopes of up to 37% and 26% slope change at every foundation, the ATT supports developers and EPC’s in eliminating grading; resulting in reduced civil and labor costs, improved construction schedules and a simplified installation.
NX Horizon-XTR breaks the paradigm of the “straight-line row” design constraint by conforming to the existing ups and downs of north-south ground slope undulations. By adopting this new technology, trackers no longer require installation along a single plane, but instead can follow natural site contours.
The OMCO Origin Tracker, optimized for bifacial modules with a two-in-landscape design, delivers more energy production than one-in-portrait or two-in-portrait trackers. Engineered to meet the energy yield demands of utility-scale solar, Origin offers an open-back design, uniform back-side irradiance and the highest ratio of tracker height to cord.
SFONE is the 1P single-axis tracker by Soltec. This tracker combines the mechanical simplicity with the extraordinary expertise of Soltec. Specially designed for larger 72- and 78-cell modules, this tracker is self-powered thanks to its dedicated module, which results in a lower cost-operational power supply.
Built for reliable performance, TerraTrak will maximize energy output and returns to conquer the most challenging sites. Employ PV where you never thought possible through durable mechanics and intelligent control technology. Structurally optimized tracker rows and reduced part count simplify installation, making it easy and affordable to deploy PV anywhere.