Unirac unveils CLICKSYS, the next generation in residential PV mounting technology
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, May 4, 2009 – Unirac Inc., North America’s leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) mounting solutions, today announced the launch of CLICKSYS™, an innovative new click-system mounting solution offering better value and installation ease for flush roof residential PV market.
The unique I-beam design of CLICKSYS™ solution allows installers to simply click connections at an approximate location, and then slide the connection to the exact rafter location for final attachment to the roof, eliminating the use of bolts and nuts.
“Our customers have come to count on Unirac innovation to deliver the most installer-friendly PV mounting technology in the industry” said Douglas May, Unirac CEO. "We are pleased to deliver CLICKSYS™, our most economical residential solution on the market today. We are committed to fueling the renewable energy industry by finding new ways to deliver technology at reduced costs.”
Featuring an unprecedented number of attachments for tile and shingle roofing type, CLICKSYS™ offers installation freedom and flexibility on a variety of roofing types and supports most PV modules.
"We are excited to debut Unirac's revolutionary CLICKSYS™ racking system at the Conergy Solar Success! Training Event co-located at the American Solar Energy Society's National Solar Conference, May 11-17 in Buffalo, NY. The training event, organized by Conergy, is the largest professional training for dealers, installers and solar business start-ups, this year we anticipate a record 400 registrants. The opportunity to present products such as the CLICKSYS™ system adds value for our attendees by providing hands-on technical and sales training on the industry's newest products," says Don Massa Mounting System Product Manager, Conergy.
CLICKSYS™ also delivers unparalleled peace-of-mind with extensive documentation and easy to use Quick Engineering Guides to make this mounting solution easier to design, quicker to install and more cost effective from purchase to installation. Go to www.clicksys-beam.com to gain instant access to all documentation and a wide variety of online tools including a specification tool, webinars, installation videos and an interactive distributor locator map. In addition, the CLICKSYS™ website is easily accessible from mobile and PDA devices.
CLICKSYS™ is conveniently available nationwide now from Unirac's network of stocking distributors. Visit www.clicksys-beam.com to find the contact information for a stocking distributor.
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