Solar Operation & Maintenance (O&M)
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Solar Operation
& Maintenance
We work to maintain the plant infrastructure and equipment, with the goal of improving the equipment’s life by preventing excess depreciation and impairment.
This enables the solar power plant to produce the maximum amount of energy throughout its operational life, perfectly aligning the interests of developers, clients and the investors.
The performance of ground mount solar power plants is a function of the climatic conditions, equipment used and the system configuration.
Akuntha ensures the plant functions smoothly, thereby continuously generating solar power.
5 MW Solar Plant, Operation and Maintenance
Location:
Charanka, Gujarat.
Solar Project Size:
5MW
1 MW Solar Plant, Operation and Maintenance
Location:
Gandhinagar & Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Solar Project Size:
1MW
General Checks
As a solar plant is installed, engineers at Akuntha prepare a schedule for preventive maintenance. This includes, but is not limited to, adjustments, cleaning, lubrication, repairs, replacements, and the extension of equipment life. At least twice a year, O&M personnel conduct a general inspection of the installation site.
During this inspection, technicians from Akuntha:
Ensure roof drainage is adequate, and roof drains are not clogged, and confirm that there are no signs of water pooling near the array.
Ensure roof penetrations (if any) are watertight.
Check for ground erosion near the footings of a Ground Mount System
Specific Checks
Apart from the basic checks, some specific checks happen as part of the preventive measures for your solar plant maintenance at Akuntha.
Frequency Of Cleaning
In normal conditions, where there isn’t too much dust or dirt, cleaning is carried out on a fortnightly basis. However, in dusty areas, the cleaning frequency is increased to once a week.
Quality Of the Water
The cleaning of the modules is done keeping in mind the TDS (total dissolved solids) levels, water specifications, and certain wiping details. In India, the TDS level of the water needs to be at least below 250 parts per million (ppm).
Quality Of Cleaning Equipment
Brushes without hard bristles (say fibre brushes) should be used for cleaning. A low-quality brush, like one with metal bristles, could negatively impact the glass surface of the modules.
Innovation In Cleaning
Technicians at Akuntha are currently in the process of developing automated cleaning systems. In the sprinkle-type cleaning system, nozzles will be placed on the module itself.
Post Wash Care for Solar
Post extensive cleaning, modules are wiped off properly to ensure no stain is left to avoid affecting the generation capacity. Since Akuntha takes up the responsibility of maintaining the plant. This maintenance work is recorded.
Easier To Maintenance
It is generally recommended that you perform solar panel cleaning between two and four times per year. So if you install roof solar, it's more difficult to access maintenance.
Inverter
Akuntha carries out servicing on a monthly basis as there is a lot more dust in India compared to other countries. The ventilation is provided via a filter, and this filter needs to be frequently cleaned. Therefore, the usage of high-quality filters is advantageous.
As part of preventive activities, our engineers check the voltage of the string inverter and record it in the periodic log book. This gives an understanding of voltage fluctuations if any.
MC4 Cabling Connector
Under preventive measures, we ensure that there is no gap between the male and female connector pipes. Any gap, irrespective of the size, could cause a fire and damage the modules.
Separately, off-takers can install a “check” meter of equal or higher accuracy with reference to the main meter to cross-check the production level on a monthly basis. All readings have to be, more or less equal, with a 2-3% correction allowance.
Transformer
For transformers at the site with installed capacity in megawatts, parameters such as the operating temperature, OTI (oil temperature), WTI (winding temperature), and oil level are monitored daily. If there is any internal disturbance in the transformer, it reflects in these parameters which are monitored at least three times in a day (at 11 AM, 02 PM and 04 PM as solar power is generated at its peak during these slots).
The transformer has to be cleaned thoroughly once in six months. CleanMax conducts IR test and cable yearly to check the transformer performance.
Protection from external elements
To ensure that the plant is working smoothly (i.e. without any shutdown), the same has to be sealed properly. Else, rats and other rodents can enter, and get electrocuted. This, in turn, can cause a short circuit, and affect the entire plant.
Many people are not aware that even high-pressure water can damage the modules. If the water stream is too strong, our team will place the outlet at a farther distance.
Remote Monitoring
A solar power plant constantly needs to be monitored to detect breakdowns and optimize its operation. The same function could be performed either on-site or remotely wherein we retrieve all the data either from the inverter or from communicating equipment (probes, meters etc.).
How Does a Solar Operation & Maintenance Work?
After solar energy arrays are installed, they must undergo operations and maintenance (O&M) to function properly and meet energy production targets over the lifecycle of the solar system and extend its life. Conducting regular O&M ensures optimal performance of photovoltaic (PV) systems while minimizing the risks of soiling, micro-cracking, internal corrosion, and other problems.
The timely and regular cleaning of solar cells and PV panels. Regular maintenance of all thermal-based components. Servicing of HT side equipment on an annual basis. Diagnosis and tests pertaining to low solar power production.
Benefits Of Solar Operation & Maintenance
The purpose of O&M services is to keep plant infrastructure and equipment in good working order, extend equipment lifetime, and prevent excessive depreciation and impairment
Save Money
O&M services will increase renewable energy systems lifetime, which will save money that would have been spent on a new system. These services will also increase energy delivery, meaning your company or organization will have less dependence on the local energy grid. This will translate to utility savings.
Increase Performance
Routine inspections and maintenance helps to reduce potential system breakdown over time, and corrective maintenance activities address downtime events and equipment repairs to get the systems back to fully operational status.
Lower Carbon Emissions
When your renewable energy system is operating at maximum performance, less energy is used more efficiently. This will increase sustainability and lower your company or organization’s carbon footprint.
Let's make our world a better place by developing and providing access to sustainable and dependable energy sources.
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Akuntha Projects Private Limited is a dominant company in the Gujarat Electricity Distribution ecosystem and we provide Erection, Operations, and Maintenance services (O&M) of 66 kV electric substations. With huge experience in maintaining dozens of substations, now Akuntha has become a fast-growing company in Solar Power Plant Installation, Electric EPC Projects, and the Logistic sector in Gujarat, India.
If you are looking for a reliable and affordable rooftop solar panel system for your home in India, Akuntha’s service is highly recommended as we offer the best residential rooftop solar solutions that can provide you with clean, renewable energy. Our cutting-edge systems are engineered to ensure maximum efficiency and have been tested to withstand all weather conditions. With our hassle-free installation process and excellent customer service, Akuntha’s service is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a reliable source of renewable energy.
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How Often Do Solar Panels
Need Maintenance?
Solar Panel Maintenance is fairly minimal. There are generally three different schedules to keep in mind:
- Annual inspection: Once per year, hire a professional to inspect your solar panels and ensure they’re working properly.
- Cleaning: In general, plan to have your solar panels cleaned about twice per year. You may only need one cleaning per year if you live in an area with lots of rain and where your solar panels don’t collect much dirt or debris. But if you live in an area where your solar panels don’t get much rain or collect lots of dirt or debris, plan for more cleanings.
- Additional maintenance: If you notice a problem with your solar panels outside of your annual inspection, you can schedule a maintenance appointment as needed.
How To Tell When My Solar Panels Need Maintenance
In most cases, your solar panel system won’t need much maintenance outside of your regular inspections and cleaning. But there are some red flags to look out for that may indicate your panels require maintenance sooner than scheduled.
The best indicator that your solar panels need maintenance is a reduction in your energy output. If you suddenly notice that your solar panels aren’t producing as much energy as they normally do and that your electricity bill has gone up, it’s a good sign that you should schedule a service appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
A solar panel is a collection of photovoltaic cells designed to absorb the sun’s rays as a source of energy for generating electricity.
olar power is harnessed using Solar Photovoltaic (PV) technology that converts sunlight (Solar radiation) into electricity by using semiconductors.
There are different ways to install solar panels for home. First, you have to do homework, such as Choose installation area, select type of mounting structure, and no. of solar panels. For that you need to call our an engineer for site survey from here.
The cost of the solar panel depends on the capacity of solar panel, the technology on which the panel is built, variant or model of the solar PV panel, quality, the manufacturer and the brand. The price of solar panel usually varies upon the parameters shared along with similar criteria for the other components that build up for the complete solar system. To know more here.
Rinse solar panels with clean water to clear away loose dirt. Use soft scrubber and soapy water from the bucket or mixing sprayer to gently wash the surface of the panels. Learn more here.
