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Unirac Chosen by Gexpro Electrical Distribution for 949kW Installation to Power Chicago Pumping Station

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, December 10, 2009—Unirac, Inc., North America’s leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) racking solutions, has been selected by Gexpro Electrical Distribution to supply a ULA (Unirac Large Array) for one of the first solar initiatives in the Chicago area.

The custom ground mount solution for a 949 kW installation will help power Lexington Pumping Station, which transports water originating in Lake Michigan throughout Illinois’ DuPage County. Unirac’s Commercial and Utility Group assisted in designing the 4,745-module array that will power 25% of the pumping station’s daily energy needs.

“Our ability to offer custom hardware, as well as dedicated, professional services is what sets us apart in the mounting solutions industry,” says Douglas May, Unirac CEO. “We are pleased to have been an integral part of the City of Chicago’s effort to move into the renewable energy arena, and look forward to working with Gexpro on additional PV opportunities.”

According to Gexpro’s, Jim Watson, Unirac designers responded quickly to all modification requests. “Our experience proved to us that Unirac has the ability to contend with many variables such as wind speeds, snow accumulation, location challenges, and City ordinances, while offering outstanding support and service,” explained Watson. “We look forward to working with Unirac on a number of upcoming projects,” he added.

The ULA solution accommodates complex site and environmental conditions and outperforms other PV mounting structures on the market today. ULA aluminum or steel components merge with Unirac’s SolarMount rails to form durable, rigid truss structures. It's a cost-effective mounting solution that has grown with the vision of the PV industry. Today, Unirac solutions are routinely used to install hundreds of kilowatts, to megawatts per installation.

The ULA solution is backed by Unirac’s new Commercial and Utility Group, a support team dedicated to supplying a complete suite of services that ensure accurate product installation. Personalized for each customer, these services include structural design, on-site installer training, delivery logistics, and field support.

Unirac Launches New Commercial Roof Mount Solution

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, October 26, 2009—Unirac Inc., North America’s leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) mounting solutions, unveiled its ISYS Roof Mount today. This latest product continues the company’s innovative approach to creating PV racking solutions that address customers’ needs and budgetary requirements.

The innovative roof mounting solution engineered for commercial and large scale utility applications will enjoy wide appeal for its optimization of design, cost effectiveness, and ease of installation. Unirac is showcasing the ISYS Roof Mount at Solar Power International 2009 in Anaheim, CA, from Oct. 27-29, 2009.

The ISYS Roof Mount is a revolutionary, non-penetrating roof mount solution that requires no ballast blocks or concrete in its assembly. It is positioned above roof obstacles—resulting in significant cost savings and preserving roofing integrity. The configurable design accommodates 0-30 degree module tilt to satisfy most solar capture requirements, and offers universal PV module attachment capability. In addition, the ISYS Roof Mount utilizes Unirac’s patented I-beam components that demonstrate excellent strength to weight ratio, and can withstand basic wind speeds up to 120 mph.

“We have redefined the industry standard with our groundbreaking ISYS Roof Mount solution,” says Juan Suarez, Unirac Director of Engineering and Program Management. “We’re confident the market will embrace the ISYS Roof Mount solution for its versatility and performance as well as its ability to reduce labor and cost for our customers.”

In terms of time and cost efficiency, ISYS Roof Mount offers outstanding value. With an installation rate of 2-3kW per man hour, it is one of the fastest and easiest roof mounts available today. In addition the ISYS Roof Mount has 30% fewer parts than competitive systems, ensuring quick set-up with consistent and repeatable installation steps. ISYS’ smart design also allows for pre-fabrication of sub-assemblies prior to delivery to project sites. The ISYS Roof Mount solution comes with a 20-year warranty.

According to Douglas May, Unirac’s CEO, Unirac once again exhibits its innovative spirit with the new ISYS Roof Mount solution. “We listen to our customers and respond with optimal mounting solutions that address a variety of module and site conditions. Unirac has come to be synonymous with leadership, integrity, and reliability—and our comprehensive line of racking solutions are key structural building blocks for the renewable energy industry.”

The ISYS Roof Mount solution is backed by Unirac’s new Commercial and Utility Group, a support team dedicated to supplying a complete suite of services that ensure accurate product installation. Personalized for each customer, these services include structural design, on-site installer training, delivery logistics, and field support.

To learn more about the complete line-up of Unirac PV mounting solutions and services, visit the Unirac booth, #1615, at Solar Power International 2009, in Anaheim, CA, from October 27-29, 2009.

Anthony Borck to Head Unirac Inc.’s New Commercial and Utility Group

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, October 23, 2009 — Unirac, Inc., North America’s leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) mounting solutions, named Anthony (Tony) Borck senior director of the company’s new Commercial and Utility Group.

“My goal is to solidify Unirac’s great reputation as a leader in solar racking and take it fully into the commercial and utilities markets,” Borck said from his office in San Francisco. He will be based there in order to be as close as possible to key customers and prospects. Prior to joining Unirac, Borck was Vice President at the Global Environment Fund (GEF), where he covered the solar industry and worked with a number of solar companies.

“Tony brings to Unirac a tremendous amount of analytic experience dedicated to the commercial and utility solar construction market,” said Doug May, president and CEO of Unirac. “Tony is an experienced, outward-looking executive. His knowledge of the markets and enthusiasm about the mission of solar energy makes him a great choice to further enhance Unirac’s industry-leading support and services. A dedicated, focused organization makes complete sense given the width and breadth of our product line-up.”

The Commercial and Utility Group will collaborate with EPC contractors and integrators. This new group will enhance Unirac’s ability to serve large sophisticated partners across the country and Canada. This new team will primarily focus on Unirac’s new suite of commercial and utility products—ISYS, the new single axis tracker (available later this year) and roof mount solutions.

Borck began his career as an economic analyst at Legg Mason Wood Walker, a Maryland-based investment bank. Pursuing his interest in and commitment to green technologies, he went on to obtain his Master of Business Administration from The George Washington University, where he received the International Business Graduate Award. At GEF he was a vice president with the Clean Technology Group making several investments throughout the renewable energy industry. Borck also holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration, with honors, from Elon University in North Carolina. He grew up in Washington, D.C.

For the complete lineup of Unirac PV mounting solutions and services, visit the Unirac booth #1615 at Solar Power International, in Anaheim, CA, from October 27 to 29, 2009.

Unirac celebrates 10 years leading the PV racking industry

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, October 13, 2009 — On September 30, Unirac Inc., North America’s leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) mounting solutions, celebrated its 10th Anniversary. This milestone represents a decade of providing industry-leading technology and a breadth of product solutions and services designed to meet the needs of residential, commercial and utility-scale solar installations.

Incorporated in 1999, Unirac ignited a racking revolution with the development of universal PV racking solutions unlike anything else available at the time. Ten years later, Unirac solutions have mounted enough megawatts to cover approximately 1,000 football fields with over half of them installed over the past two years.

"Unirac has been true to the ‘Bright Thinking in Solar’ philosophy since fabricating its first PV racking system 10 years ago," said Douglas May, Unirac CEO. “From a proud past to an even brighter future, we believe we will continue to grow at a solid rate as long as we continue to listen to our customers and provide the best solutions. We are excited about what our team and partners have accomplished over the past ten years and we look forward to an even better decade ahead.”

Unirac continues its evolution by developing innovating mounting solutions, improving manufacturing processes and offering an easy-to-do-business model of customer support and services. The company continues to innovate with the introduction and adoption of new platforms such as CLICKSYS, a flush roof residential mounting system, and ISYS, the first modular ground mount system for large scale utility and commercial applications.

“Unirac has been able to create a wonderful success story in the PV mounting industry,” said Chris Phipps, Director of Marketing at DC Power Systems. “We congratulate Unirac on their outstanding achievement and know we can rely on great customer support for years to come.”

For the complete lineup of Unirac PV mounting solutions and services, visit the Unirac booth #1615 at Solar Power International, in Anaheim, CA, from October 27 to 29, 2009.

 

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