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Project Overview/
- Patriot Solar Group (PSG) began initial layout and mounting designs in 2013 to build the Saratoga Springs Solar Installation, a 2MW array located in Upstate New York. The 6,950 solar panels will offset approximately 12% of their annual electricity consumption.
- The ground mount array utilized driven pile I-beams in accordance with local building codes, desired height clearance, and site specific soil conditions
Faced with substantial snow fall and ice covering the majority of the field, Patriot’s 6-man crew was able to complete the entire racking assembly in 13 days.
Project Objectives/
- Design racking system in compliance with all local building codes.
- Engineer post design to work with site soil conditions and achieve desired height clearance of 30 inches above grade at a 25° panel tilt.
- Deliver racking material within 6 week lead time to ensure no project delays.
- Install racking system quickly to maintain project schedule.
Project Results/
- Racking design met the desired height clearance in accordance with 90 MPH wind load and 50 PSF snow load.
- I-beam post design worked well with soil conditions, experiencing on post refusal during installation and meeting all design criteria.
- All racking material was delivered on time.
- Patriot’s Install crew completed entire racking assembly ahead of project schedule.
Saratoga Springs
Project Name
Saratoga Springs
Location
Saratoga Springs, NY
Completion Date
April 2014
Project Size
2MW
Panel Type
72 Cell - 300 Watt
Racking Type
Fixed Tilt - Post Driven Ground Mount
Terrain
Open Field
Install Services
Racking Assembly
General Contractor
Dynamic Energy USA
