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PanelClaw Announces ETL Certification, Adds Approved Modules
PanelClaw Announces ETL Certification, Adds Approved Modules
NORTH ANDOVER, MA – February 21, 2012 | PanelClaw, a leader in photovoltaic mounting systems, announced today the ETL listing of all PanelClaw products to UL Subject 2703, which establishes safety and performance requirements for PV mounting systems. PanelClaw’s ETL listing includes modules from Canadian Solar, Chaori Solar, ET Solar, Gloria Solar, Helios Solar Works, LDK Solar, Mitsubishi Electric, Motech, MX Solar, and Suniva.
“ETL listing reconfirms PanelClaw’s commitment to making solar a reliable, accessible solution through testing and engineering excellence,” said Costa Nicolaou, PanelClaw’s president. “It will allow more of our partners to realize the significant reduction in labor and material costs we have seen since our initial UL 2703 listing last year.”
PanelClaw systems are ETL listed to UL 2703 by Intertek for their mechanical strength, durability, and ability to electrically bond and ground modules included in the listing. PanelClaw partners can now quickly and easily establish ETL-certified electric bonds between all connected array components, including modules and mounting system components, and eliminate the need for the vast majority of ground lugs and wire. PanelClaw’s Polar Bear® FR, Grizzly Bear® FR, and Panda Bear™ GM flat roof and ground mount systems can reduce grounding costs by $.02-.06/W.
“UL 2703 marks an important evolution in the certification of PV mounting systems, and PanelClaw’s ETL listing demonstrates the quality and performance of our products,” said Mark Gies, PanelClaw’s vice president of technology and innovation. “We’re pleased to work with Intertek, a leader in testing and certification, and to continue advancing industry standards.”
For more information, please visit www.panelclaw.com.
About PanelClaw
PanelClaw is a leader in ballasted PV racking, offering simple, innovative mounting solutions for flat roof and ground mount applications that deliver the lowest life-cycle costs on every project. PanelClaw racking solutions are available in the U.S., Canada, and the European Union.
PanelClaw Names New VP Supply Chain
Thursday, December 01 2011 00:00
PanelClaw Names Angelo Santamaria Vice President Supply Chain
NORTH ANDOVER, MA, USA and DUSSELDORF, GERMANY – December 1, 2011 | PanelClaw Inc., a leader in solar mounting systems, announced today that Angelo Santamaria has joined the company as vice president of supply chain, managing the company’s supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing requirements. He is based in the company’s North Andover, Massachusetts, headquarters.
PanelClaw Moves To High Volume Manufacturing
Thursday, November 03 2011 00:00
PanelClaw Moves to High Volume Manufacturing and Opens New Solar Mounting Systems Innovation and Testing Lab
NORTH ANDOVER, MA, USA and DUSSELDORF, GERMANY– September 29, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar mounting systems, announced today it has begun high volume manufacturing for its ballasted solar mounting systems at facilities across North America. The movement to high volume manufacturing enables PanelClaw to support increasing partner demand for its products. Expanded production and increased automation have pushed the company’s capacity to over 550 MW in North America alone.
"We continue to execute on our strategic objectives," said Costa Nicolaou, PanelClaw President. "Moving to high volume manufacturing is indicative of the success of our products and of our commitment to delivering lowest life-cycle cost.”
PanelClaw will exhibit its ballasted mounting systems at Solar Power International in Dallas, Texas October 18-20 (Booth # 3706). This event is the first time PanelClaw’s ground mount solution, Panda BearTM GM will be on display.
Innovation Lab Opened
PanelClaw has opened a new state-of-the-art Innovation and Testing Lab at its North Andover headquarters in Massachusetts. The 5200 sq. ft. facility houses research and development operations for the company. Activities at the PanelClaw Innovation and Testing Lab will focus new product development and advanced safety and reliability testing.
“We have introduced a new product in each of the last 4 years,” said Mark Gies, PanelClaw VP of Innovation and Technology, “the new lab will accelerate the development of the next generation of mounting solutions and enhance our testing and certification programs.”
For more information, please visit www.panelclaw.com.
About PanelClaw
PanelClaw is a leader in ballasted PV racking, offering simple, innovative mounting solutions for flat roof and ground mount applications that deliver the lowest life-cycle costs on every project. PanelClaw racking solutions are available in the U.S., Canada, and the European Union.
PanelClaw Adds Modules to UL 2703 Certification
Thursday, September 29 2011 00:00
PanelClaw Adds Suntech, Yingli Solar, Trina, and Kyocera Modules to UL 2703 Listing
NORTH ANDOVER, MA, USA – September 29, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar mounting systems, announced today the addition of Suntech, Yingli Solar, Trina Solar, and Kyocera PV modules to its UL 2703 listing. PanelClaw is the first US company to have systems and components listed under UL 2703, a new UL subject specifically focused on evaluating solar PV mounting systems. UL listing demonstrates the effectiveness of PanelClaw’s solar mounting systems and enables installers to drastically reduce grounding costs with modules from these manufacturers.
“Every penny per watt makes a big difference in dropping the cost of solar electricity,” said Wei-Tai Kwok, Vice President of Marketing for Suntech America. “Improved mounting systems and installation components are key contributors in driving the solar industry past grid parity in the U.S. and markets around the world.”
A key component of UL 2703 is the UL recognition of PanelClaw’s mounting systems and module attachment components (Claws) as approved electric bonding and grounding devices. Installers can reduce grounding costs by $.02-.06/W with PanelClaw mounting solutions, by increasing install speed, lowering labor costs, and eliminating the vast majority of copper wire and ground lugs otherwise needed to establish equipment ground connections in a PV system. PanelClaw’s UL listing also enables installers to easily show compliance with array grounding requirements.
“Matching Yingli Solar’s PV modules with PanelClaw’s mounting systems eliminates the need to run copper wire for the purposes of equipment grounding, which reduces installation time and system cost for our customers,” said Brian Grenko, Director of Operations, Yingli Green Energy Americas. “PanelClaw’s certified solution reinforces our commitment to realizing affordable clean energy for all.”
To achieve UL 2703 component recognition and system listing, all PanelClaw solar mounting products successfully completed a rigorous testing program that included temperature and humidity cycling; electrical resistance and conductance testing; manufacturing and operational quality reviews; and module specific conductivity and mechanical load testing.
“UL 2703 listing is part of our continued commitment to advanced testing and certification,” said Costa Nicolaou, PanelClaw’s President. “We will continue to expand our UL testing program and add additional module manufacturers to our listing, helping our partners reduce the cost of solar.”
For more information, please visit www.panelclaw.com.
About PanelClaw
PanelClaw is a leader in ballasted PV racking, offering simple, innovative mounting solutions for flat roof and ground mount applications that deliver the lowest life-cycle costs on every project. PanelClaw racking solutions are available in the U.S., Canada, and the European Union.
PanelClaw To Unveil Gen II Mounting Systems at Intersolar North America 2011
Wednesday, July 06 2011 00:00
PanelClaw’s Gen II products deliver drastically reduced grounding costs, advanced roof protection, and greater design flexibility
NORTH ANDOVER, MA, USA & DUSSELDORF, GERMANY- July 6, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar mounting systems, announced today it will reveal the next generation of its ballasted commercial flat roof solar mounting systems at Intersolar North America, July 12-14, in San Francisco (booth # 7851). PanelClaw’s Polar Bear® FR Gen II and Grizzly Bear® FR Gen II solar racking solutions feature design enhancements that deliver lower project costs and offer greater design flexibility.
“Innovation is at the core of our value proposition,” said Costa Nicolaou, PanelClaw President. “Polar and Grizzly Bear Gen II represent the fulfillment of our promise to invest in cutting edge engineering and deliver the next generation of ballasted solar mounting systems.”
Overview of PanelClaw Gen II Mounting Solutions
Greater Design Flexibility
PanelClaw’s Gen II flat roof solar mounting systems offer several new features that provide increased flexibility to address varied roof conditions and project requirements. Product enhancements include a new 5 degree tilt option, increased inter-row spacing selections, and enhanced wavy-roof friendliness.
Drastically Reduced Grounding Costs
All PanelClaw’s module mounting claws are UL 2703 certified electric grounding and bonding devices. UL 2703 certification enables PanelClaw partners to ground large array segments with a single grounding device, reducing labor and material requirements and increasing installation speeds for Polar and Grizzly Bear Gen II projects.
Advanced Roof Protection
Polar and Grizzly Bear Gen II deliver superior thermal compensation through the addition of a new a-thermalized deflector and an integrated recycled rubber roof protection pad for both Polar and Grizzly Bear. These features, combined with the existing thermal flexibility of PanelClaw’s non-rail based system, provide advanced roof protection and are designed to help PanelClaw partners obtain roofing manufacturer approvals and reduce installation times.
For more information, please visit www.panelclaw.com.
PanelClaw Announces European Strategic Partnership
North Andover, MA and Düsseldorf, Germany, June 3, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar PV mounting systems, and WASI, the world-wide market leader in the supply of stainless steel fasteners and mounting materials, announced a strategic partnership today that brings PanelClaw’s innovative ballasted mounting systems to the European market. WASI Solar, (WASI’s mounting systems business unit), will officially introduce PanelClaw’s solar racking to the European market at the upcoming Intersolar Europe tradeshow in Munich.
PanelClaw Announces UL 2703 Certification
Wednesday, May 04 2011 00:00
North Andover, MA, May 5, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar PV mounting systems, announced today UL electrical bonding and grounding certification for its module mounting components (“Claws”). Official recognition to UL 2703 for electric bonding and grounding will drastically reduce grounding costs for solar arrays mounted with PanelClaw’s innovative Polar Bear® FR, Grizzly Bear® FR, and Panda Bear GM flat roof and ground mount solutions.
UL 2703 electric bonding and grounding certification will enable PanelClaw partners to electrically bond modules and ground arrays simply and quickly, lowering labor costs and eliminating the need for thousands of feet of copper wire and the vast majority of module and racking ground lugs. Multiple strings can now be grounded with a single grounding lug when PanelClaw racking is used in conjunction with appropriately UL tested and listed modules.
“UL 2703 will allow our partners to realize significant project savings through simplified array grounding that slashes labor and material costs,” said Costa Nicolaou, PanelClaw’s president. “Partnering with UL is a clear signal to our partners that PanelClaw is committed to the long-term safety and reliability of our racking solutions.”
UL 2703 is a new UL subject that is specifically focused on Rack Mounting Systems and Clamping Devices for PV Modules and Panels. PanelClaw’s module attachment components or “Claws” were subjected to rigorous testing, including temperature and humidity cycling followed by electrical resistance and conductance analysis, to ensure durable electrical bonding in outdoor environments.
“The emergence of UL 2703 allows PanelClaw and other mounting system companies to demonstrate the effectiveness of racking systems and quality of manufacturing and operational processes,” said Mark Gies, PanelClaw’s vice president of technology and innovation. “We look forward to the evolution of UL 2703 to a standard, and to the continued validation of our products.”
Modules must undergo simple conductivity and load testing with PanelClaw mounting products prior to being added to PanelClaw’s UL certification. If you are interested in having your preferred PV modules added to PanelClaw’s UL 2703 certification or learning more about PanelClaw’s products and services, please contact PanelClaw at (978) 688-4900 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
PanelClaw Announces Pennsylvania and New Jersey Manufacturing
North Andover, MA, March 29, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar PV mounting systems, is now shipping mounting systems from its new production facilities in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The new facilities are part of PanelClaw’s continued manufacturing expansion and will enable the company to serve rapidly expanding East Coast demand for PanelClaw’s solar mounting products. PanelClaw will be producing its Panda Bear GM ground mount and Grizzly Bear® FR integrated ballast flat roof solar mounting products at the new locations. The new manufacturing facilities will reduce lead times and shipping costs for East Coast partners, while supporting the local economy.
First Non-profit FIT Project
Wilder, VT, March 15, 2010 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar PV mounting systems, has partnered with ReKnew Energy Systems to deliver the first non-profit, solar feed-in tariff (FIT) project in the US. The 31.68 kW solar array utilizes PanelClaw's Polar Bear® FR ballasted solar mounting solution and sits atop the headquarters of Advance Transit (AT), a non-profit transit system that provides public transportation to communities in Vermont and New Hampshire.
Helios Names PanelClaw its Preferred Mounting Partner
Thursday, February 10 2011 00:00
Toronto, CA, February 08, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar mounting system, is proud to announce that Helios Energy has selected PanelClaw as its preferred solar mounting technology provider for commercial rooftop solar installations in Ontario.
PanelClaw Supports SunDurance Morris County Projects
Morris County, NJ, February 09, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar mounting system, is proud to announce that SunDurance's Morris County project has been nominated as a finalist in Renewable Energy World's "Excellence in Renewable Energy Award for "Most Innovative Financing". PanelClaw’s Polar Bear solar mounting solution was utilized for the over 1.8MW commercial rooftop portion of this ground breaking project.
PanelClaw Selected for Austin’s Largest Solar Installation
Austin, Texas, January 06, 2011 - PanelClaw, a leader in solar mounting systems and Texas Solar Power Company (TXSPC), a leading solar integrator, have partnered to deliver solar power to the Austin Community College (ACC) Northridge Campus. The 245kW ACC Energy Project is now the largest solar system in Austin (photo).
SPI Product Introductions: SolarPV.TV
SolarPV.TV report from Solar Power International 2010 featuring an interview with Constantino Nicolaou, President and COO at PanelClaw.
To view the video click here