4 KW Off Grid Solar System in Calais Vermont
This is a 4 kW pole mount array in Calais, VT. This is part of an off grid system for the home that includes solar panels, power center, batteries and back up generator.
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Off Grid Battery Bank
This is a large, high quality battery bank using 2 volt cells. 24 cells are connected in series to make up the battery bank that stores the solar energy and powers all loads in the house. Each lead acid cell weighs over 200 pounds. The bank can store over 100 kW of electrical energy.
7.2 kW Solar System Middlesex, VT (front view)
This is a 7.2 kW solar electric system in Middlesex, VT. The system is set to a 40 degree tilt for maximum annual production. Black framed mono-crystalline modules were chosen for both performance and aesthetics. The array base is constructed out of 3″ galvanized pipe and aluminum rails.
7.2 kW Solar Electric System in Middlesex, VT (side view)
This is a 7.2 kW solar electric system in Middlesex, VT. The system is set to a 40 degree tilt for maximum annual production. Black framed mono-crystalline modules were chosen for both performance and aesthetics. The array base is constructed out of 3″ galvanized pipe and aluminum rails. During construction a service road was placed [...]
Off Grid Solar System- Dual Vented Battery Box
This is the battery box that houses batteries for the off grid system. The box prevents access to the batteries by unauthorized people, maintains a stable environment, and collects any gasses that are produced during charging. We custom build each battery box to fit the batteries and the space. The white pipes coming off the [...]
3.6 KW Dual Axis Tracker Solar System in Waterbury Center, Vermont
This is one of one of three panels in a 3.6 KW dual axis tracker solar system. As you can see from the photo, when placing panels close to a house or near a beautiful landscape, (in this case next to a pond and a garden,) you might opt for a number of smaller ground [...]
2.9 KW Off-Grid Solar System in Duxbury, Vermont
This is a 2.9 KW off-grid adjustable pole mount PV solar system. This is an example of a remote location site where installing a solar system was less expensive- and a better long term investment- than paying to build additional utility power lines to the client’s home. The solar electric array provides a majority of [...]
2.4 KW Grid Tied Solar System with Battery Back-Up In Rochester, Vermont
This grid-tied installation in Rochester, Vermont is set on an adjustable wooden ground mount. Our solar installer created the system to run in a high voltage series back to a step down transformer in charge controller. The day after we converted his system from off-grid to battery back-up, our client’s entire neighborhood lost power. The [...]
2.4 KW Grid Tied Solar PV System in Worcester, Vermont
This is a 20 panel solar installation on two adjustable tilt ground mounts. This system is located on the north side of a large open area, in a field next to a newly revived organic farm. At the Solar Specialists we appreciate the synergy of renewable energy and organic farming practices.
Three Collector Solar Hot Water System in Maple Corner, Vermont
This is a 3 collector solar hot water system designed to meet a majority of the home’s hot water needs. This is an AC drive system, using a differential controller to regulate circulation of glycol to a stainless steel solar storage tank.
5.4 KW Roof Mounted Solar System in Barton, Vermont
This 5.4 KW solar system is a good example of how we’re able to integrate solar panels into older buildings. This structure is part of Barton Veterinary Hospital and was designed to produce 80% of the hospital’s electricity. The structure was a unique challenge, with unusual timber framing and variable attachments at the roof. The [...]
Off Grid System in Progress in Calais, Vermont
This is a picture of a solar installation in progress. After working with the architect and our clients to determine the ideal placement for the 4.1 KW system, we installed it during their given construction timetable alongside the home builders. The panels were placed per the clients’ wishes to allow for ease and accessibility while [...]
3.6 KW Pole Mount System in Montpelier, VT
In this picture our client is standing under a pole mounted solar system with 12 panels. The scale of this photo gives a good idea of the size of the panels. We worked with the client to create the best solar system for the sloping terrain beneath his home. Instead of placing the panels next [...]
5.5 KW PV System in Roxbury, Vermont
This solar system is mounted on the client’s barn. The modules are attached to the standing seam roof with non-penetrating clips. The system was designed to meet 100% of the client’s annual electrical needs. We worked with the utility company to form a group net metering setup. Solar energy production from the barn is credited [...]
3.6 kW Pole Mount System in Montpelier, VT
We had the client stand in front of his two arrays to get a sense of scale. In this picture he is standing in front of a smaller 6 panel array. This installation was unique in that we had to work the mounts into the hillside to the south east of the house.
4.8 KW Pole Mount Solar Array in Northfield, VT
This grid-tied solar system is installed on two poles in the client’s back yard. Each pole holds 2,400 watts of high efficiency panels. The DC wires run back to the house underground and are joined together at the 5,000 watt grid connect inverter.
3 KW Roof Mount in Craftsbury, VT
This is a 3 kW solar electric system installed in Craftsbury, VT. The clients choose to install this system on their business workshop. The panels are mounted onto standing seam with non-penetrating clips.
Solar Installation Training at UL University
Members of the class finish testing polarity and checking worksheets at the solar training lab.
4.8KW Pole Mounted Solar System in Northfield, VT
This system is installed on two poles in the clients back yard. Each pole holds 2,400 watts of high efficiency panels. The DC wires run back to the house underground and are joined together at the 5,000 watt grid connect inverter.
