C&D Emerging Energy provides floating PV mounting systems for solar projects installed on lakes, reservoirs and other suitable water surfaces. The system combines floating foundations with aluminum alloy or Zn-Al-Mg coated mounting structures to support framed and frameless PV modules.
Available tilt angles include 5°, 10° and 15°, with module layouts that can be configured in the same direction or in symmetrical half-coverage arrangements. The system is designed for project-specific conditions, including module dimensions, array layout, wind load, snow load and installation environment.
Floating Solar Mounting System Specifications
| Specification |
Available Configuration |
| Foundation |
Floaters |
| Mounting Structure |
Aluminum alloy or Zn-Al-Mg coated structure |
| Tilt Angle |
5°, 10° or 15° |
| Maximum Wind Load |
≤60 m/s |
| Maximum Snow Load |
≤0.5 kN/m² |
| Compatible Modules |
Framed or frameless PV modules |
| Module Orientation |
Landscape |
| Array Layout |
Same direction or symmetrical half-coverage |
| Customization |
According to module and project requirements |
What Does a Floating PV Mounting System Include?
A typical floating PV project may involve the following structural and supporting elements:
| System Element |
Function |
| Main Floaters |
Provide buoyancy and support the PV array |
| Module Supports |
Hold modules at the specified tilt angle |
| Mounting Structure |
Connect and support the PV modules |
| Connecting Components |
Join individual floats and structural sections |
| Maintenance Walkways |
Provide access for installation and maintenance |
| Anchoring and Mooring System |
Keep the floating array within the designed area |
| Cable-Management Components |
Organize and protect project cables |
Custom Floating PV Mounting System
| Category |
Specification |
| Applicable PV Modules |
Framed and frameless PV modules; compatible with mainstream modules according to size and weight |
| Module Orientation |
Landscape installation; same-direction or symmetrical half-coverage layout |
| Tilt Angle |
5°, 10°, 15° |
| Floating Structure |
HDPE floaters with aluminum alloy or Zn-Al-Mg coated steel mounting structure |
| Wind Resistance |
Designed according to local wind conditions, up to 60m/s |
| Snow Load |
Designed according to project requirements, reference up to 0.5kN/㎡ |
| Floating Components |
Module floaters, walkway floaters, connecting floaters, and main floaters |
| Anchoring System |
Bank or bottom anchoring, evaluated according to water depth, water-level variation and bottom conditions; anchor types include screw anchor, plate/toggle anchor, deadweight (gravity) anchor, pillar anchor, chemical anchor; design based on bathymetry, topography, water-level data, current analysis, geotechnical survey and dynamic pressure |
| Corrosion Protection |
Configured according to freshwater, brackish water, or seawater environments |
| Maintenance Access |
Optional walkway and O&M solutions available |
| System Capacity |
Suitable for kW to MW-scale floating solar projects |
| Design Life |
Reference service life 25–30 years |
Main Features of Our Floating PV Mounting Solution
C&D EMERGING ENERGY Floating Mounting System is UV-resistant, anti-aging, non-polluting, and recyclable. Furthermore, the seamless formation of the whole pontoon prevents water seepage and water retention problems. This makes the system suitable for efficient and sustainable use in various floating projects. Solar panels installed on bodies of water, typically yield a higher energy output due to the cooling effects of the water, which optimizes the panels' performance. Additionally, these devices offer the added benefit of providing shade for the water below, thus reducing water loss to evaporation.
Where Can the Floating PV Mounting System Be Used?
The floating solar mounting system is designed for water surfaces where available land is limited, expensive or reserved for other uses. Typical project sites include:
- Reservoirs
- Artificial lakes
- Irrigation ponds
- Industrial water basins
- Fish ponds
- Water-treatment facilities
- Hydropower reservoirs
- Mining and quarry lakes
The suitability of each site should be evaluated according to water depth, water-level variation, wave conditions, wind speed, bottom conditions, water chemistry and available anchoring points.
Every floating solar project is unique. Tell us about your water conditions, module specs and array requirements, and we'll configure a mounting system built for your site — not a generic catalog product.
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