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Assessing the Site's Potential Power

Jul 30, 2024

The first factor to consider when designing solar power systems is how much solar power potential does the site have --- how much does the sun shine and for how long? At Solarcraft we base our calculations on NREL data for Typical Winter Peak Sun Hours. Using this number rather than Average Annual Peak Sun Hourrating ensures that the system delivers reliable continuous power in worst-case…

The Frustration of Schedule Delays

Jul 30, 2024

One of the most frustrating status reports in our production department is “waiting on customer supplied parts”. Vexing to schedulers, expediters and customers alike, it means an almost-completed system is held up because a key component is still on order. The result is that delivery dates are extended, and shipping and installation schedules have to be adjusted. This is not only…

Jul 30, 2024

Gas Detection Saves Lives: Make Reliable Solar Power Part of the Solution

Jul 30, 2024

Minimizing risks to workers and damage to the environment while controlling costs is top of mind across all industries, and the petrochemical industry is no exception. Safety is a way of life; but protecting workers from the inherent dangers within storage tank farms extends beyond training and procedures to better technology.