2023 News on Rooftop Solar Cable Trays
2023-06-22
I. Application of Cable Trays in Domestic Rooftop PV Projects
546.7kW Distributed PV Project in Suzhou Suxiang Cooperation Zone (November 2023)
Fengtu Busway supplied fully enclosed hot-dip galvanized cable trays for this rooftop PV project. The trays are highly corrosion-resistant and long-lasting, adapting to harsh rooftop conditions such as rain, snow and strong winds. They are laid parallel to PV panels and fixed to color steel plates, with cross-arm reinforcement every 1.5–2 meters and hoops securing covers against wind lift. Proper grounding was implemented throughout, and the project was connected to the grid by the end of 2023.
3.5MW Industrial & Commercial Rooftop PV Project in Zhuji, Zhejiang (November 15, 2023)
A subsidiary of China Merchants Property won the bid to provide a full set of equipment including PV modules, inverters and cable trays, covering multiple industrial and commercial rooftops in Datang Town, supporting large-scale distributed PV deployment.
RMB 200 Million Rooftop PV Project Procurement in Meizhou, Guangdong (November 24, 2023)
A public tender was launched for the procurement of cable trays, trunking, wires and cables, and lightning protection and grounding devices for a RMB 200 million project, representing a major procurement case for PV cable management systems in South China.
II. Technical Standards & Breakthroughs in New Materials (September 27, 2023)
- Group Standard for Phosphogypsum Flame-Retardant Cable Trays Released
- The group standard Polymer Alloy Phosphogypsum Flame-Retardant Cable Trays (T/CEEIA 714-2023), drafted by Chengfengda Group, was issued and implemented by the China Electrical Equipment Industrial Association.
- This standard fills an industry gap. Made with phosphogypsum, the trays combine the load-bearing performance of metal trays with the insulation, flame retardancy and corrosion resistance of plastic materials, making them suitable for harsh, humid and corrosive rooftop environments while promoting the recycling of industrial solid waste.
III. Overseas Project Procurement & International Cooperation
Cable Tray Procurement for Vietnam SK 6.9MW Rooftop PV Project (September 27, 2023)
PowerChina SD Sichuan Engineering Co., Ltd. won the cable tray procurement bid for a rooftop PV project in Vietnam, demonstrating the international competitiveness of Chinese PV cable tray products.
Clenergy at Solartech Indonesia 2023 (November 2023)
The company exhibited its RUNNUR series PV-specific cable trays and promoted PV cable management solutions in partnership with JJ-LAPP, expanding its presence in the Southeast Asian rooftop PV market.
IV. International Innovative Products & Technical Trends
Solar Snake Max Overhead Cable Management System (July 2023)
Snake Tray launched the world’s first overhead cable routing system for PV plants, replacing traditional underground cabling without trenching. Insulated separators maintain cable spacing, reduce heat buildup and improve power output, delivering an extra 30Wh per meter. It is suitable for both large-scale ground-mounted and rooftop PV projects.
Solar Snake-Loc Cable Hangers (July 2023)
A new tool-free snap-fit cable hanger designed for 750 Kcmil cables, compliant with NEC spacing requirements, cutting labor and installation time for rooftop PV cabling.
Overhead Cable Management Becomes a Mainstream Trend (March 2023)
Industry reports noted that overhead cable management (e.g., catenary systems) is replacing traditional cable ties and buried wiring in rooftop PV systems due to faster installation, lower costs, easier maintenance and longer service life. It gained rapid popularity in North America and Europe, with growing adoption across other regions.
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