Our services
We offer you comprehensive services for the successful planning and realisation of PV projects. From initial planning to structural calculations and geological surveys through to detailed pile-driving plans - we support you in every phase of your project. With our expertise and commitment, we ensure that your PV system is implemented efficiently, economically, safely and sustainably.
Our offer
In addition to the services directly related to our assembly systems, FORM-TEC is a reliable partner that also offers services beyond this area and supports its customers with all available means:
- We come on site - Is there an issue that cannot be solved so easily by video calls, telephone calls or the exchange of documents? - No problem! Our experts will be happy to come to your office or directly to the construction site and take the time to solve even complex problems together with you.
- We also provide further advice - Where is the best place to run a cable trench? How do I securely fasten the DC cabling for a long lasting life? Please get in touch with us! We have a very experienced team and an excellent network and are also happy to provide support on topics that are not directly related to our products.
- We solve problems - A rescheduling of the system becomes necessary during the construction phase? Materials have gone missing and the construction site is about to come to a standstill? Construction is an area that is always full of surprises. We do everything in our power to support our customers in difficult phases and solve any problems that arise.
Planning & construction
- Site analysis: The choice of location is crucial for the efficiency of the system.
- Conflicts of use: In agriculture, potential conflicts of use must be taken into account.
- Regulatory requirements: Compliance with local building regulations and environmental requirements is crucial.
Occupancy & pile-driving plans
- Optimisation of space utilisation: The occupancy plan should make optimum use of the available space to ensure perfect performance.
- Consideration of obstacles: Natural and artificial obstacles such as trees, buildings, paths and supply lines must be taken into account in open areas and in agriculture.
- Integration with agricultural use: When planning agrivoltaic systems, the layout plan must take into account the agricultural use of the land. The type and size of agricultural machinery should be taken into account.
Static calculations
- Fundamentals of statics: Structural calculations are based on the design regulations of the Eurocode and the respective national annexes of a country.
- Load assumptions: The load assumptions are based on the location of a project. The terrain category, the elevation of the construction site and the loads specified in the standards for a specific location result in an individual load situation for each project, which must be verified by a structural analysis.
- Dimensioning of the substructure: We always have our dimensioning and preliminary measurements for the substructure validated by a static calculation from an external engineering firm.
Geological surveys
- Load-bearing capacity of the soil: The expert opinion determines the load-bearing capacity of the soil, which is of central importance for the dimensioning of the foundations and the stability of the substructure.
- Chemical analysis: It determines the chemical composition of the soil and thus provides reliable information about the required corrosion protection measures for supports and soil nails depending on the desired service life of a system.
- Groundwater conditions: The soil survey(s) also takes into account the groundwater conditions, which can influence the stability and longevity of the foundations.
Extraction test
- Determining the ground conditions and load-bearing capacity is an essential step in the planning and realisation of photovoltaic projects.
- The most important methods include pull-out tests, which help to determine the bearing capacity of the soil.
- Conclusions about the duration and pressure setting on the hydraulic rams can be drawn from pull-out tests.
The key to success
Solid planning is the key to the success of any PV project. At FORM-TEC, we offer you comprehensive support to ensure that your project is realised efficiently and economically. Our experts analyse the specific requirements of your project area and develop customised concepts aimed at the optimal alignment and placement of the solar modules.
Solid base
A comprehensive geological survey is essential to analyse the soil and geological conditions of your project area. Our experts at FORM-TEC carry out detailed investigations to identify the bearing capacity of the soil, possible ground movements and other geological risks. This information is crucial for the selection of suitable anchoring systems and foundation types. With our geological surveys, we ensure that your PV project is on a solid footing and that potential risks are minimised.
Structural integrity
The structural integrity and safety of your PV power plant are of critical importance. Working with registered structural engineers, we prepare verifiable structural analyses and perform precise structural calculations to ensure that the supporting structures of the solar modules can withstand local wind and snow loads. We take into account the specific conditions of your project area, including climatic and geographical factors. Our thorough structural calculations ensure that your PV system is robust, durable and reliable.
On request, we can also organise a review of the submitted structural calculations by accredited structural engineers. This allows us to fulfil the stringent requirements of a private-law inspection or an inspection ordered by the building authorities.
More than just profiles
- Customised solutions that meet the specific requirements of each project.
- Additional services such as technical advice, project management support, occupancy and pile-driving plans and much more.
- Focus on a holistic view of the projects to ensure that the products are perfectly harmonised.