Total Stow
™ is a protection system that safeguards solar trackers during extreme weather conditions.Built for Extreme Weather Conditions.
As severe weather events become more frequent, utility-scale PV plants face growing risks of structural damage, energy loss, and costly downtime.
Advanced Protection for Harsh Environments
TotalStow™ minimizes structural stress by automatically positioning PV trackers in a high-tilt angle to withstand wind forces from any direction. With a 75° stow position, it provides superior protection against hailstorms and extreme weather events, ensuring greater durability and plant uptime.
Protects utility-scale PV assets against wind, hail, and severe weather events.
Minimizes structural stress to extend tracker and module lifetime.
Reduces costly downtime and maintenance after storms.
Ensures operational continuity and long-term plant reliability.
TotalStow™ vs traditional methods
TotalStow™
- Quick movement to the nearest secure high-tilt position.
- Faster time to reach safety, avoiding zero-degree tilt.
- Designed to withstand sudden wind direction changes.
Nose Down Into Wind
- Delayed repositioning due to dependence on wind alignment.
- Movement passes through unsafe zero-degree tilt.
- Ineffective against rapid wind direction changes.
Flat Stow
- Slower response, taking more time to reach a stable position.
- Trackers remain exposed to wind instability for longer durations.
- Inadequate for extreme wind ramps.
Key features for
extreme weather resilience
Fast Automated Stowing
Achieves secure tilt positions in half the time of traditional methods.
75° Hail Stow Position
Shields XXL modules from hail impact, reducing damage risk in severe storms.
Bi-Directional Stowing
Optimizes load distribution by stowing in either direction based on wind flow.
Superior Wind Adaptability
Handles sudden gusts and shifting wind directions without compromising stability.
Frequent questions and answers
How does TotalStow™ protect against extreme winds?
It automatically positions trackers into a secure high-tilt angle that evenly distributes wind loads, ensuring structural stability even during sudden gusts.
How fast does it react to weather events?
The system reaches safe stow positions in roughly half the time of traditional methods, providing rapid protection when severe conditions hit.
What makes the hail protection effective?
Its 75° hail stow angle shields modules from direct impact, significantly reducing damage risk to XXL and standard-size panels.
Does frequent stowing increase wear on tracker motors?
No. The system reduces mechanical stress by aligning movement with external forces, extending motor and structure lifetime.
Can it be used during construction phases?
Yes. TotalStow™ secures inactive trackers on site, reducing structural risks and improving safety for EPC teams during assembly.
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