Energy

Solutions for solar tracking applications

Intelligent actuators from LINAK help solar panels follow the sun across the sky and provide feedback to ensure a clear measurement.

Actuator solutions improve output from solar power plants

As traditional fossil energy sources are phased out, the demand for optimizing output from renewable energy sources will increase. In solar power plants with concentrators, the demand for accurate and optimal positioning is essential as this ensures that the sunlight is directed precisely towards the powered device.

With customized intelligent actuator solutions – single or dual axis – you get:

Sturdy and durable actuators certified to work in harsh conditions
Clean, lightweight, low-maintenance solutions
Intelligence - ability to integrate fully with other control systems

Viability and reliability are some of the main priorities for manufacturers of solar power plants. With large solar power plants come large investments. So, return on investment (ROI), increased output and minimal downtime play a significant part for customers and financial institutions. In modern solar power plants, intelligent actuators provide it all. They support several systems – Photovoltaic (PV), Concentrated Photovoltaic (CPV) as well as Concentrated Solar Power (CSP).

Use actuator solutions suitable for harsh conditions
LINAK actuators for solar applications are thoroughly tested to endure even very tough environments. Heavy downfall, strong winds, high or low temperatures and heavy loads in general are taken into consideration, when choosing materials and designs.

Get a low-maintenance solution that's easy to install
Solutions with electric actuators have no hoses, pumps or compressors and thus no oil spills. This makes them clean and easier to install. Once installed, LINAK actuators take up less space than other solutions and require hardly any maintenance throughout their service life.

Monitor performance and assist service staff
LINAK actuator solutions are customizable and designed to communicate with other control systems. This means providing feedback and alarms to relevant staff performing service at the solar power plants. Additionally, the increase in detailed position data helps staff fine-tune the plant and optimize production even more.

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Focus on solar tracking

Product catalogue presenting an overview of the LINAK solar product range - designed with all challenges in mind.

TECHLINE product overview

Explore the wide variety of tough and powerful TECHLINE products. Built to last, built for hard work and built for work in harsh environments.

LINAK test brochure

Each and every component in an actuator is subjected to a comprehensive battery of tests at the LINAK test center. Learn more in this folder.

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