Wedoany.com Report on Mar 4th, Solar mounting system manufacturer Schletter Group has recently completed the installation of the mounting system for a 96MWp photovoltaic project in the suburbs of Udine, northern Italy. Located in a seismically active area, the project features an enhanced structural design to address geological challenges.

In collaboration with engineering contractor EnValue Solar, Schletter provided the steel mounting and foundation system for the project. Developed by MSE Solar, the site installed a total of 156,700 solar modules using the FS Duo dual-post mounting system arranged in multiple rows. Three modules were vertically stacked per row to enhance land utilization and shorten the construction cycle.

To meet the high standards required for seismic zones, Schletter utilized hot-dip galvanized steel foundations, which received certification from independent structural engineers. Fabian Madl, Key Account Manager at the company, stated: "A project of this scale demands a robust structural design, certified material quality, and a reliable supply chain. This is precisely where we can leverage our strengths."

Madl added: "From the planning phase, it was clear that we needed to work with a significantly increased safety margin. Therefore, we aligned the structural design with regional regulations at an early stage and closely coordinated the verification process with independent structural engineers, authorities, and EnValue Solar."

Italy has strict regulations regarding land use for photovoltaics, increasing the complexity of constructing ground-mounted projects. As solar applications expand to more regions, suppliers need to adapt to adverse terrain and weather conditions. Mounting system companies are providing customized solutions to address steep slopes and structural strength requirements, while industry organizations are also promoting the development of technical standards.