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PSS-G/RAID Alternative Energy System Deployment Guide
Inadequate Ground Securing: PAM Panel Damage
The images below illustrate damage that may occur if PAMs are deployed with inadequate
ground securing. The arrays are lightweight and have large surface areas, making them
ideal to catch wind; they can easily become airborne projectiles. All parts of the array and
stand are flexible and are susceptible to damage due to torsional strain (the presumptive
cause of the damage shown below) as well as impact. Damage could also occur to the
Power Hub 2400 because the PV arrays are attached via the Solar Leash.
Unsecured
PV arrays propelled by high winds may collide with personnel, potentially causing
injury
Figure 39. PAMs deployed without ground
securing: No stakes and no sandbag
Figure 40. Bent or broken U-shaped catches
and latches along the side of the panel
Figure 41. Improvised repair: Panel secured to
stand with a bolt
Figure 42. Panel bent and creased
