That decision was based on our distribution network offering better pricing on Unirac, and engineers being comfortable with it. Now with the integrated grounding from Unirac, I can't see moving away from it again barring a significant cost benefit. It also stacks and stocks easier than the Ironridge rails.
On Wed, Jun 24, 2015 at 5:55 PM, Dana Brandt <d...@ecotechenergy.com> wrote: > Hi Jason, > > We've used Unirac for years but have been contemplating Ironridge. I'm > curious what your experience was and why you went back to Unirac? > > Anyone else have input on best racking systems for flush-mounted > residential systems on comp roof? > > Thanks, > > Dana > > Dana Brandt > Ecotech Energy Systems, LLC > www.ecotechenergy.com > d...@ecotechenergy.com > 360.318.7646 > > On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 12:09 PM, Jason Szumlanski <ja...@fafcosolar.com> > wrote: > >> By Snap N Rack, you mean Sun Run... >> >> >> http://cleantechnica.com/2014/02/05/sunrun-acquires-rec-solars-residential-business-aee-solar-snapnrack-means/ >> >> I'm curious if these vertical integrators will still make their acquired >> brands available to small dealers through distribution. When SolarCity >> snatched up Zep, I had concerns about being able to service or add onto >> existing Zep systems we installed. That's definitely a concern going >> forward, and reason to perhaps stick with the most compatible racking >> solutions available. We used IronRidge for a while, which is largely >> compatible with Unirac, but now we're back on the Unirac bandwagon. >> >> Interesting times... >> >> >> Jason Szumlanski >> >> Fafco Solar >> >> >> >> On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 12:45 PM, Max Balchowsky <m...@seesolar.com> wrote: >> >>> We have been using Snap N' Rack for a while, Have lots of installs in >>> Hawaii - so far no problems, I like the convenience of the design for >>> snapping in the slider nut in mid rail, and also the ability to install the >>> panels flush with the end of the rails…. >>> >>> Max Balchowsky >>> Design Engineer >>> SEE Systems >>> 1048 Irvine Ave Suite 217 >>> Newport Beach, Ca. 92660 >>> 760-403-6810 >>> "Building a Better Future For The Next Generation" >>> >>> ------------------------------ >>> *From:* Allen Frishman <amfr...@aeonsolar.com> >>> *To:* RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> >>> *Sent:* Wednesday, February 5, 2014 6:17 AM >>> *Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack >>> >>> I am curious about the mid clamps on the snapnrack. The flange that >>> rests on top of the solar panel frame is so small ~ 3/16". Anyone >>> experience any problems with these failing in a big storm? With solar >>> panel frames not being square it is nice to have a little extra to grab - I >>> am always curious as to why these clips are made with such a small area to >>> hold the panels down. >>> >>> All feedback on these clips is appreciated. >>> *Al Frishman* >>> AeonSolar >>> *(917) 699-6641 - cell* >>> *(888) 460-2867* >>> *www.aeonsolar.com <http://www.aeonsolar.com/>* >>> >>> On Jun 1, 2013, at 10:41 AM, Max Balchowsky wrote: >>> >>> Have installed last three systems (35Kw)with snap n rack. >>> love it.... >>> >>> Max Balchowsky >>> Design Engineer >>> SEE Systems >>> 1048 Irvine Ave Suite 217 >>> Newport Beach, Ca. 92660 >>> 760-403-6810 >>> "Building a Better Future For The Next Generation" >>> >>> ------------------------------ >>> *From:* Solarguy <nt...@1scom.net> >>> *To:* 'RE-wrenches' <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> >>> *Sent:* Friday, May 31, 2013 10:11 PM >>> *Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack >>> >>> The only complaint with the Snapnrack rails is the thin wall can easily >>> be distorted. This will allow the nut to drop out of its groove. Love the >>> universal end clamps but have learned to assemble every one to check for >>> proper fit before getting on the roof. >>> Jim Duncan >>> -----Original Message----- >>> From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto: >>> re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Drake >>> Sent: Friday, May 31, 2013 7:32 PM >>> To: re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org >>> Subject: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack >>> >>> Hello Wrenches, >>> >>> How would you rate the SnapNrack mounting systems against Unirac and >>> other mounting systems? >>> >>> Thanks, >>> >>> Drake >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> List sponsored by Home Power magazine >>> >>> List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> Change email address & settings: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List-Archive: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List rules & etiquette: >>> www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm >>> >>> Check out participant bios: >>> www.members.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> List sponsored by Home Power magazine >>> >>> List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> Change email address & settings: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List-Archive: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List rules & etiquette: >>> www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm >>> >>> Check out participant bios: >>> www.members.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> >>> >>> Preferences >>> § >>> 1 >>> 2 >>> 3 >>> 4 >>> 5 >>> 6 >>> 7 >>> 8 >>> 9 >>> 0 >>> - >>> = >>> Backspace >>> Tab >>> q >>> w >>> e >>> r >>> t >>> y >>> u >>> i >>> o >>> p >>> [ >>> ] >>> Return >>> capslock >>> a >>> s >>> d >>> f >>> g >>> h >>> j >>> k >>> l >>> ; >>> ' >>> \ >>> shift >>> ` >>> z >>> x >>> c >>> v >>> b >>> n >>> m >>> , >>> . >>> / >>> shift >>> English >>> Deutsch >>> Español >>> Français >>> Italiano >>> Polski >>> Português >>> Русский >>> alt >>> alt >>> Preferences >>> _______________________________________________ >>> List sponsored by Home Power magazine >>> >>> List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> Change email address & settings: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List-Archive: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List rules & etiquette: >>> www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm >>> >>> Check out participant bios: >>> www.members.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> List sponsored by Home Power magazine >>> >>> List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> Change email address & settings: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List-Archive: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List rules & etiquette: >>> www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm >>> >>> Check out participant bios: >>> www.members.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> List sponsored by Home Power magazine >>> >>> List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> Change email address & settings: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List-Archive: >>> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >>> >>> List rules & etiquette: >>> www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm >>> >>> Check out participant bios: >>> www.members.re-wrenches.org >>> >>> >>> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> List sponsored by Home Power magazine >> >> List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org >> >> Change email address & settings: >> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >> >> List-Archive: >> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >> >> List rules & etiquette: >> www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm >> >> Check out participant bios: >> www.members.re-wrenches.org >> >> >> > > _______________________________________________ > List sponsored by Redwood Alliance > > List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org > > Change listserver email address & settings: > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List-Archive: > http://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/maillist.html > > List rules & etiquette: > www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > www.members.re-wrenches.org > > >
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