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Shanghai MK Aluminum Co. , Ltd.

Shanghai MK Aluminum Co., Ltd. Dongtai factory, occupying more than 210 hectares, includes 8 production buildings, 2 office buildings, and 1 apartment building, which is more than 200,000 square meters of building area in total. Since 2006 MK has specialized in aluminium extrusion design and production.

MK aluminum profiles are widely applied in modular assembly products, modular conveyors, machine frames, fences, workstations, linear motion products, stair and platform products, commercial complexes, resort hotels, apartment buildings, villa and office buildings, solar frames, solar racking products across the world. The annual output of aluminum profiles is over 60,000 tons.

We have a professional R&D team with rich technical experience and innovation ability. The company focuses on technological innovation, constantly promotes the development of the field of intelligent equipment, and cooperates with customers to customize solutions that meet their needs.

With quality as the core, we strictly control the product manufacturing process to ensure product quality and reliability. The company's products comply with relevant international and domestic standards and have passed corresponding certifications and testing.

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Economic benefits of using solar brackets to install solar panels

The economic benefits of using solar brackets to install solar panels are mainly reflected in the following aspects:
Saving electricity costs:Solar panels can convert solar energy into electricity to provide electricity supply for homes or businesses. After installing solar panels, you can significantly reduce your reliance on traditional grid electricity, thereby reducing electricity expenses. The specific amount of electricity saved depends on the power generation of the solar panels, the local electricity price, and the abundance of solar resources. For example, if a household's monthly electricity bill is 2,000 yuan, and the installed solar panels can reduce electricity expenses by 20,000 yuan per year, it will only take about 6 years to recover the investment cost. As the service life of the solar panels increases, the electricity savings will gradually accumulate.
Obtaining government subsidies:In order to encourage the development of renewable energy, many countries and regions will provide certain subsidies to households or businesses that install solar panels. Subsidies may include direct financial subsidies, tax exemptions, or electricity price discounts. Specific subsidy policies vary from region to region, but they usually bring certain economic benefits to users who install solar panels. For example, the Chinese government adds a certain subsidy for each kilowatt-hour of electricity generated by household photovoltaic power stations. After the filing is completed, the power grid company transfers the electricity price subsidy to the installing households on a monthly basis.
Increase the value of real estate:With the popularization of environmental awareness and the promotion of clean energy, more and more homebuyers are beginning to pay attention to the energy efficiency and environmental protection facilities of houses. Real estate with solar panels installed can often attract more homebuyers' attention and obtain higher prices in the market because of its clean energy supply and energy conservation and emission reduction characteristics. According to a survey in the United States, the installation of solar panels in a home can increase the value of the property by about 4%.
Promote energy conservation and emission reduction:As a clean and renewable energy source, solar energy does not produce pollutants such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides during its use. After installing solar panels, the carbon emissions of households or enterprises can be significantly reduced, contributing to the cause of environmental protection. This not only helps to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but also enhances the social image and sense of responsibility of enterprises and individuals.
Improve energy self-sufficiency rate:After installing solar panels, households or enterprises can achieve energy self-sufficiency to a certain extent. Especially in sunny areas, solar panels can provide users with electricity supply almost all day long. This not only reduces dependence on traditional power grids, but also improves the stability and reliability of energy supply. In emergency situations, such as power outages or natural disasters, solar panels can also be used as backup power to provide necessary power support for homes or businesses.

The economic benefits of using solar racks to install solar panels are multifaceted, including saving electricity costs, obtaining government subsidies, increasing property value, promoting energy conservation and emission reduction, and improving energy self-sufficiency. The realization of these economic benefits requires comprehensive consideration of local climate conditions, policy environment, and the performance and quality of solar panels.

Solar brackets require maintenance to keep them in good working condition

As the core supporting structure of the solar power generation system, the stability and durability of the solar bracket are directly related to the power generation efficiency and service life of the entire system. Therefore, it is crucial to regularly maintain the solar bracket to ensure that it remains in good working condition. Here are some key maintenance measures:
Regular inspection and tightening:Tightening status inspection: Due to natural factors such as wind and temperature changes, the bolts at the bracket connection may gradually loosen, thereby affecting the overall stability of the bracket. Therefore, maintenance personnel should carry professional tightening tools and check and tighten all bolts one by one according to the established inspection cycle (such as monthly or quarterly) to ensure the stability and reliability of the bracket structure.
Structural integrity inspection: In addition to bolt tightening, the structure of the bracket should also be checked to see if it is intact, and whether there is any deformation, breakage or cracking of the welding point. Once a problem is found, measures should be taken in time to repair or replace it.
Cleaning and anti-fouling:Regular cleaning: Dust, bird droppings and other dirt on the surface of the photovoltaic panel will block sunlight and reduce the photoelectric conversion efficiency. Therefore, regularly using a soft brush or a high-pressure water gun (note to adjust to the appropriate pressure to avoid damaging the photovoltaic panel) to clean the surface of the photovoltaic panel and the bracket is an effective means to increase power generation. Avoid using corrosive or hard objects when cleaning to avoid damaging the bracket and photovoltaic panels.
Anti-fouling treatment: In an environment prone to pollution, you can consider applying an anti-fouling coating on the surface of the bracket or using a bird-proof device to reduce the impact of dirt adhesion and bird nesting on the bracket and photovoltaic panels.
Anti-corrosion and anti-rust:Coating inspection: Photovoltaic brackets are in outdoor environments for a long time, eroded by wind and rain, and are prone to rust. Regularly check whether the surface coating of the bracket is intact. If there are signs of peeling or rust, it should be repaired or re-sprayed with anti-rust paint in time to extend the service life of the bracket.
Anti-rust treatment: In a humid or highly corrosive environment, you can use anti-rust oil or rust inhibitor to spray or brush the bracket to improve its corrosion resistance.
Environmental monitoring and evaluation:Soil settlement monitoring: For ground-mounted solar brackets, soil settlement should be monitored regularly to evaluate the stability of the bracket foundation. Once problems such as soil settlement or loose foundation are found, measures should be taken in time to reinforce them.
Surrounding environment inspection: Check whether there are weeds, vines and other plants growing around the bracket, and clean them up in time to prevent them from climbing onto the bracket to affect ventilation, heat dissipation and light reception. At the same time, attention should also be paid to the potential threats that changes in the surrounding environment may cause to the bracket (such as strong winds, floods, etc.).
Safety precautions:Safe operation: When performing bracket maintenance, you should comply with relevant safety operating procedures and wear necessary protective equipment (such as safety helmets, safety belts, etc.) to ensure personal safety.Power outage operation: When replacing or repairing bracket components, you should first cut off the power supply and ensure that the system is in a safe state before operating.
Through the implementation of maintenance measures such as regular inspection and tightening, cleaning and anti-fouling, anti-corrosion and rust prevention, environmental monitoring and evaluation, and safety precautions, it is possible to ensure that the solar bracket remains in good working condition and provide strong guarantees for the long-term stable operation of the solar power generation system.

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