Pre-Construction Engineering & Design
Our team reviews project requirements, site information and design risks early to establish a clear engineering foundation for each ground-mounted solar project.
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Ground Testing & Foundation Assessment
We develop project-specific solar table layouts and 3D mounting system designs to suit module configurations, ground levels, slopes, clearances and installation requirements.
Overview
What's Involved
Pull-out testing (POT) assesses the uplift performance of proposed foundation piles under actual site ground conditions. Where suitable test data is unavailable, our team develops a project-specific test schedule, selects representative locations and carries out testing using trial piles. Compression and lateral load testing can also be included where required.
We interpret pile testing results alongside available ground investigation information, site observations and preliminary structural reactions. This helps us assess pile capacity, displacement, suitable embedment depths and potential installation risks.
Our ground testing and foundation services include
Ground investigation and soil data review
POT scope and test schedule development
Representative test location selection
Trial pile supply and installation
Uplift testing, with compression and lateral load testing where required
Load-displacement data recording
Pile drivability and refusal assessment
Existing pile test data review and interpretation
Assessment against preliminary design reactions
Pile capacity and displacement assessment
Recommended pile embedment depths
Below-ground corrosion and design life review
Key deliverables
Pile testing schedule and test requirements
Site testing records
Load-displacement results
Test data interpretation
Foundation capacity assessment
Pile testing report with embedment depth recommendations
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Mounting System Layout & 3D Design
We develop site-specific solar table layouts and 3D mounting system designs to suit your module configuration, ground levels, slopes, clearances and installation requirements.
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Software-based analysis, member design, connection checks and engineering reports verify the strength, stability and serviceability of each mounting system.
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We manufacture project-specific solar mounting components in the UK, with consistent quality control, flexible production and reliable lead times.
Learn more →Solar Installation & Site Support
Our practical technical support helps solar mounting installation teams manage pile tolerances, frame assembly, connections and unexpected site conditions safely and efficiently.
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