8/7/10 - Installation Director, Paul Taylor, is using German expertise to keep The Green Electrician at the forefront of new photovoltaic technology. At the end of June, Paul attended a training session for Sonnen_System, manufacturers of dual-axis tracking systems, developed in cooperation with photovoltaic specialists, SMA Solar Technology.

"The education content included detailed technical characteristics of the Sonnen_system and maintenance requirements. The course included pratical training and complete assembly of Sonnen_system's 3_30, 3_40 and 3_60 Trackers. It was a fascinating course and a truly impressive system. 

"The advantage of a tracking systems is that it moves on a dual axis, tracking the sun throughout the day. This gives it a 25-35% increase efficiency over fix mounted photovoltaic systems. With a permanent performance monitoring system through SMA, this system is ideal for solar fields and commercial ground mounted systems in the UK."