Ground-Mounted Solar Panels
Are you looking for ground-mounted solar panel racking systems?
Reach your sustainability and energy creation goals and protect your solar investment with our range of ground-mounted solar panels on RADIX Ground Screws. We offer three ground-mounted solar panel systems, for commercial and domestic use.
Customer reviewsOur new RADIX SolarMount Racking System
The RADIX SolarMount Racking System is designed for all types of ground conditions, and is easily adapted to problematic ground.
This system has been expertly designed to offer durability and adaptability and comes with a 25-YEAR WARRANTY. The racking system is easily assembled and the added advantages of our ground screw foundations make this complete solution a far better alternative to other types of foundations used for ground-mounted solar panels
The RADIX SolarMount range offers four configurations of double-screw pile or ground screw options for a range of panels:
- RADIX SM 2.1 – 2 posts / 1 panels / portrait
- RADIX SM 2.2 – 2 posts / 2 panels / portrait
- RADIX SM 2.3 – 2 posts / 3 panels / landscape
- RADIX SM 2.4 – 2 posts / 4 panels / landscape
For any questions about solar panel mounting brackets, solar panel mounting rails, planning permission for ground-mounted solar panels, or other technical questions, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to help.
Module orientation:
Landscape and portrait
Module arrangement:
1 panel portrait, 2 panels portrait, 3 panels landscape and 4 panels landscape
Inclination:
Standard angles between 10 and 30°, with the ability to manufacture angles up to 45º for some project cases
Materials:
Framework – Magnelis ZM310
Panel Clamps – Aluminium alloy 6063-T6
Ground Screws – Galvanised steel S235
Max wind speed:
26m/s
Max snow load:
0.7 kN/m2
The benefits of the RADIX SolarMount Racking System
The RADIX SolarMount has been specially designed for large-scale solar farms, but can be used in smaller projects as well.
- Manufactured in the UK
- A 25-year warranty
- The frame is highly corrosion-resistant
- The system can be made to fit any solar panel specification or size, thus avoiding the common problem of overhanging solar panels with existing ground-mounted solar panel systems.
- With solar panels getting larger and thinner, badly fitted panels, overhanging panels, and non-secure panels can lead to damages and insurance not covering the costs.
- Accommodates landscape; 2-4 arrangement
- The solar panel rails are adaptable and can span a wider distance (3.4m span), which leads to fewer screws being required –– which reduces costs, and a faster installation process.
- We have the manufacturing capabilities to produce mounting systems to accommodate 1MW a week (5000 panels)
Our other ground mounted solar solutions
Which solar racking system do you need?
The RADIX SolarMount is not the only ground mounting solar panels system we have. We also have our RADIX SolarTerrace Racking System, and the RADIX SolarTripod Racking System, which is often used for smaller projects.
Each ground-mounting solar solution has unique benefits, so speak with us, and we can simplify the choice based on your needs.
Chris and Rob installed the ground screws and frame for solar panels in a remote and hard to access location. Despite the hostile weather and short working daylight hours, they completed the job on time and within budget. Highly recommended.
Excellent solution: a delightful company to work with….they erected a bespoke frame for 20m2 solar panels for me, fixed to the ground with 8 of their ingenious ground screws….no digging, no concrete, no mess, and all in less than a day. Unequivocally excellent.
Which ground-mounted solar package do you want?
At RADIX, we offer complete flexibility in the purchase options of our ground screw foundations and racking systems for ground-mounted solar panels. If you have any questions or require technical information, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to help.
Buy any of our ground-mounted solar panels racking systems
Just buy our ground-mounted solar panel systems. Contact us for a quote on which system and how many racks you want. Or ask for advice!
Ground-mounted solar panels racking systems and screw foundations
Purchase our ground-mounted solar panel racking system and the correct screws for you to install yourself. We can supply screws and installation tools.
Any of our Solar mounting systems, screws and installation
Ground-mounted solar panel systems, and the installation of the mounts on our screws by our highly experienced solar installation teams.
Why our screws are the perfect match for your ground-mounted solar panels
One of the significant strengths of our ground screw foundations over a traditional pile driven system is the significant increase in wind uplift capacity provided.
The continuous helix of each ground screw provides greater friction in the soil than a traditional driven pile. Ground screws are specified and installed to the correct depth, based on site specific testing, to achieve the tensile capacity required, typically in excess of 15kN per screw, providing the best foundation for ground-mount solar arrays, especially in wind-exposed areas.
Other advantages of our screws for ground-mounted solar panels systems
RADIX screw foundations are easy to remove at the end of the solar array’s lifespan, which is a positive in the planning approval process. No excavations, no damage to surroundings, and no earth removal costs.
Our expert teams can survey, supply and install our foundation screws and solar mounting systems any time of the year, and in all weather conditions, so you can be confident you get the right foundation solution for even the most time-critical solar projects.
We can use extendable screw piles to suit soft, sloping and uneven ground. We can install our foundations in hard-to-access and off-grid areas, with the machinery we use for solar farm projects.
We deliver quick Installations without digging up or damaging natural habitats. Designed with efficiency in mind, our expert teams can supply and install our ground-mounted solar panel systems, easily and quickly, so you can mount the panels, and operate faster.
The cost-effectiveness of our solar mounting systems coupled with RADIX screw foundations
It’s all about reducing costs to maximise your return on investment with our ground-mounted solar panel system and screw foundations.
RADIX’s innovative solar mounting system, which uses our specially engineered ground screws, ensures cost-effectiveness throughout the project’s lifecycle.
From designing and planning customised mounting solutions for all sizes of projects to the actual installation, you will see the financial advantages of choosing RADIX for your ground-mounted solar panel needs.
Get a quote from us for your private project or commercial solar farm.
Installing our ground-mounted solar panel racking systems on sustainable foundations
Experience seamless and efficient installation with RADIX. Our market-leading products and vast experience in ground screw and screw pile foundations ensure a secure, reliable, and timely installation for your ground-mounted solar panels.
Engagement and project review
When you engage with us, we review your solar project, your needs, timelines, and budgets and come up with a proposal that satisfies both parties. You decide which solar package you want from us.
Project site survey and load testing
We need to inspect the location, evaluate the site, and review the overall project again to customise a plan of action that will be most cost-effective for you.
Design and planning
We design and plan out a bespoke solar panel mounting solution to exactly fit your needs. All the equipment and team members we need are booked for your ground-mounted solar panels installation.
Ground preparation for the ground mount solar systems
We prepare the site to ensure a fast and easy installation process. Aligning the spots where the ground screw anchors will go in and making sure everything is level.
Installation of the ground-mounted solar panels on screw foundations
Our experienced installation team completes the screw foundations and builds the ground-mounted solar panel racking systems, or we just do the foundations if that is what we are contracted for.
Electricians connect your ground-mounted solar panels to source
Qualified electricians and solar technicians install and connect the solar panels to start producing your renewable energy.
Large-scale commercial solar farms
Ground-mounted solar panels and foundations, for any size of solar farm
At RADIX, we hold the largest stock of ground screws and screw piles in the UK, and we can ramp up our manufacturing to supply large commercial solar farm projects with the foundations of our ground-mounted solar panel systems.
Depending on the timescale, our solar mounting systems can also be produced to accommodate your commercial project, no matter the size.
We offer a fully bespoke service tailored to your needs and solar plan layout requirements. All you need to do is add the solar panels and connect everything. If your solar farm is feeding into a battery energy storage system, we can also do the foundations for this.
Embrace sustainable energy at home on our solar mounting systems
Ground-mounted solar panels for home use are becoming more popular. We understand space constraints may limit the viability of ground-mounted solar compared to solar panels on roofs. With our team, we can evaluate the location and if suitable, we can install our ground-mounted solar panels on screw foundations quickly and at a cost-effective price.
Whether you want a single solar ground mount or a larger solar panel mounting solution, we can help you.
If you have questions about ground-mounted solar planning permission and other technical or regulatory issues that may arise, speak with us.
Solar panel companies and solar panel manufacturers in the UK and abroad
Partner with RADIX for your ground-mounted solar panels.
If you own a solar panel business that requires solar panel mounting on the ground, then speak with us about creating a seamless solution for all of our customers. Our solar panel stand for ground-mounted solar arrays and our fast and cost-effective installations, combined with your solar panels, can be a winning combination.
FAQs about ground-mounted solar panels and solar mounting systems
Here are some questions and answers on ground-mounted solar panels and the installation of them. If you have any other questions, please contact us.
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Ground-mounted panels offer easier maintenance, optimal orientation for maximum sun exposure, no roof penetration risks, and are suitable for properties with unsuitable roofs. They can be used for private residences, farms, businesses and are more commonly used in solar farms or solar parks.
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Typically, for every kilowatt of solar panels, about 100 square feet of space is needed. This can vary based on panel efficiency and installation angle.
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They can be more efficient than solar panels on roofs as they can be positioned at the perfect angle and orientation, and they stay cooler due to air flow on all sides, enhancing performance. The efficiency of your solar panels will also come down to the panels being used and the set-up of them.
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Ground-mounted solar panels are extremely durable depending on the system you use. We offer warranties with each of the mounting systems we have. They are built to withstand various environmental conditions and with cutting edge technology and materials.
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Maintenance is relatively minimal, primarily involving regular cleaning and occasional checks for structural integrity and electrical connections. We are always here to assist customers if help is required.
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Planning permission is required. The specifics depend on the location and size of the installation, amongst many other factors. Speak directly with your local council.
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Some ground-mounted systems are adjustable or have tracking systems to follow the sun. They can be relocated, but this can be a complex and costly process depending on the solar mounting system and the foundations you used. Remember, a benefit of our screws is they are moveable, reusable and can be recycled.
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Generally, solar installations increase property value. The exact impact varies depending on the location and the local property market.
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Ground-mounted systems are generally more expensive due to additional framing and mounting requirements, but they can offer higher efficiency and easier maintenance.