CORNELIUS, N.C., June 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The PV Solar industry continues to adopt tracker systems for increased energy yields and higher power output during more hours of the day. However, trackers can pose difficulties for monitoring systems and O&M providers due to inadequate visibility of real-world operations. Unlike fixed tilt sites, trackers also introduce multiple mechanical and electrical challenges. If left unattended, shortfalls in production accumulate, which can create significant production losses over time.
myPV IQ helped identify and resolve issues, removing barriers to commercial operation &; accelerating capacity testing.
Owner s Agent Mike Whitson with PowerOn Energy Consultants contacted Solar Operations Solutions, LLC (Solar-Ops) with an operational visibility and control requirement in a new tracker system. Tracking mechanical failure mode in realtime was exceptionally difficult and the mechanical issue was amplified by improper wiring
April 30, 2021
The cause of a Thursday evening fire in Monmouth is currently under investigation by the Illinois State Fire Marshal.
According to a release from the Monmouth Fire Department, responded at around 6:42 to reports of smoke and flames coming from inside of the Smithfield Foods plant on North 6th Street.
Upon arrival, firefighters found an exterior wall of the structure to be producing smoke. Firefighters conducted a search for occupants in the immediate area and attempted to identify the fire’s source.
A request for mutual aid was made, and additional departments responded to the scene. The fire was contained in the immediate area and did not spread to a large extent.