Case Studies
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Read Article18.4KW System Installed on New Build Domestic Flats
An 18.4 KW system has been installed on a new build block of flats in Fareham as part of the building control requirement to achieve the necessary SAP rating. The system utilised JA Solar panels and Solis 3 phase inverter connected up to the landlords supply. Installation is completed in phases, in line with
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Read Article50KW Flat Roof System installed on Connors Keep for PCC
A 50KW system has been installed on Connors Keep north of Portsmouth as an ongoing commitment by Portsmouth City Council to green their housing stock. The system utilised JA Solar panels mounted on an adjustable framework to maximise the installation capacity and overcome complicated positioning of chimneys and flues.
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Read Article4.5KW Flat Roof System installed on Park Plaza Waterloo Hotel
A 4.5KW system has been installed on the prestigious Park Plaza Hotel Waterloo in London as part of the renewable energy targets for the new building. The system utilised high efficiency JA Solar 300W panels mounted on a fixed framework on a concrete base.
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Read Article20KW SolarEdge System installed on Park Community School in Havant
A 20KW SolarEdge system has been installed on Park Community School in Havant as part of an ongoing commitment by Hampshire County Council. The system was installed to the high standards set out in the HCC Solar PV specification. This requires the system to be linked directly with the fire alarm system so that all
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Read ArticleThree 50KW SolarEdge Systems Installed for Childrensalon, Tunbridge Wells
A third 50 KW SolarEdge system has been completed at the premises of the hugely successful family run retailer of designer children’s clothes. The first two 50 KW systems were installed earlier in the year and are part of an ongoing plan to increase the amount of renewable energy used on site. Implementation of the
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Read ArticleHighest Installation so far for Portsmouth City Council
Two 30KW PV systems have been installed on Barkis and Nickleby tower blocks in Buckland at the heart of Portsmouth. These towers are 19 storey residential blocks and are the highest buildings so far that Solar Voltaics have installed on. Challenges included getting all the materials to roof height and dealing with the exposed
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Read ArticlePortsmouth City Council commission largest solar installation to date
Hot on the heels of installing a 100KW solar energy system on the flat roof of the prestigious PCC Civic Offices building, Solar Voltaics has now completed the largest solar PV system ever ordered by Portsmouth City Council. At 175KW the system is installed on the gently curving roof of the landmark Somerstown Central Community
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Read ArticlePortsmouth City Council continue roll out of solar PV
Portsmouth City Council continue to lead the way in rolling out solar energy across their property portfolio. Solar Voltaics recently completed a 30KW installation on Hamilton House, a building with high daytime energy demands due to the full time care facilities it provides. 117 panels and a 30KW Samil inverter with two Maximum Power Point
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Read ArticleMercedes-Benz South West embrace Solar Energy
Car showrooms are an excellent opportunity for the application of solar energy. Daytime energy consumption is highest during the daytime and more so in the summer – just when the sun shines most and solar power can help out! Mercedes-Benz South West is one of the fastest growing dealerships of its kind in the country.
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Read Article250KW Solar Farm on Hayling Island
Solar Voltaics has completed the construction of a 250KW ground mount solar array for a farmer on Hayling Island. The installation, consisting of over 1000 solar panels, will provide electricity to power farm buildings, machinery and agricultural processes. Large-scale solar farms, typically several MW in size, are usually financed by institutional investors, but this relatively small
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Read ArticlePowering Hampshire Fire & Rescue
Solar Voltaics has been awarded a significant contract with Hampshire Fire & Rescue to install over 700 KW of Solar PV on its landmark headquarters in Eastleigh, along with eleven major fire stations throughout the county. The company conducted feasibility surveys on over 30 fire stations in Hampshire to ascertain the best location and payback
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Read ArticleAgricultural Warehouse expands Solar PV Scheme
Solar Voltaics recently completed a second phase Solar PV installation for Basil Baird Limited in Funtington, West Sussex. A 150 KW system, comprising of 600 panels has been installed on the roof of agricultural buildings used for cold storage at the farm. After the company’s first installation last year, Basil Baird Ltd recognised the financial