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Create a carport system

Create a presentation-ready solar carport layout with single- or double-sided structures.

Before you start

Have the project address or an image, drawing, or PDF of the site available. When using an uploaded underlay, make sure you know one real-world reference dimension and the north direction.

Define the carport area

  1. Start the project from Google Maps or an uploaded site plan.
  2. Draw the outline by selecting one of the action keys in the toolbar: rectangle or polygon.
  3. Select the ‘carport’ surface type in the side panel
  4. Add buildings, trees, access lanes, fire routes, or other keep-out zones as obstacles.

Create the PV layout

  1. Continue to Module Layout and select the carport surface.
  2. Choose a module from the database and select an existing mounting system or use the add button to create a carport system.
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  3. Enter the required carport spacing parameters.
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  4. Enter the required panel parameters.
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  5. Select azimuth alignment method
  6. Use Autofill to populate the full available surface or Free size to define a specific installation zone.
  7. Select one or more carports with the selection tool.
  8. Move, duplicate, or delete the selected carports.
  9. Use Add modules to continue the layout with the same or a new configuration.

Analyse and configure the system

  1. Run a shadow simulation to identify (and remove) shaded modules or areas.
  2. Review the yield settings and expected monthly production.
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  3. Add consumption and financial inputs when they are relevant to the project decision.
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Finish the project

  1. Review the project overview and check totals by roof face and for the full project.
  2. Generate a branded report and publish an interactive 3D link to engage with your stakeholders.
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