The total cost of installing a solar photovoltaic (PV) system on a roof depends on factors such as system design and engineering, solar panels, inverters, monitoring equipment, logistics, installation hardware, and labor. Other fees such as licenses and inspections will also affect the total price.

Compared to the entire system, the total hardware cost may only account for 5-7% of the final cost, but it should be carefully considered as they will also affect labor, shipping, equipment, and other logistics costs from an overall analysis. From a broader perspective, if you can reduce your working hours by 20% or more, you can accomplish 20% more work. This will also increase revenue and ultimately boost profits.

You may want to know how to reduce costs and save time on projects. One approach is to use trackless installation solutions for each metal roof project. Over the years, the trackless installation method of metal roofs has become increasingly popular for obvious reasons.

Advantages of trackless systems

Trackless systems are much lighter than traditional rail systems, which helps reduce your shelf costs. A high-quality and carefully designed trackless installation system is 85% lighter than most rail systems. Due to an 85% reduction in hardware weight and a significant decrease in shipping costs, the project's carbon footprint and environmental impact have also been significantly reduced.

When installing photovoltaic panels, this weight reduction measure is crucial for controlling the budget and meeting the allowable additional load limits of the building structure. Trackless solutions can reduce transportation costs by up to 60% while minimizing the need for on-site loading and unloading and material transportation equipment.

The trackless solution adopts a pre assembly method, requiring only three components, while the rail system requires ten or more components, so there are fewer parts to manage from start to finish. In addition, once the installation personnel master the "install and use" installation method, the installation of each module only takes about 90 seconds.

S-5! The PVKIT solution is a trackless DirectAttach ™  Solar bracket, suitable for upright locking edges and exposed fixed metal roofs. By utilizing the integrated "guide rails" on the roof, PVKIT solar brackets can be installed quickly and efficiently. This method can also reduce the weight of the support system and use fewer components, achieving a 25% load distribution optimization.

PVKIT and all S-5! The fixture is compatible and can be used with almost any S-5! Use in conjunction with the connecting bracket. This affordable and lightweight bracket can replace traditional rail installation, saving time and cost for your next project.

The total weight of trackless systems is much lower than that of rail systems, which can significantly save transportation costs. In fact, the components of the 50 kW system are very compact and can even fit into the trunk of a car.