CASE STUDY
Client:
Ceiba Renewables
Location:
Corryvreckan
Project:
Ground screw foundations and 1-in-portrait solar racking installation
Install Team:
No More Digging Scotland
Challenge
Set in a striking but exposed coastal environment, the site presented immediate challenges around access, terrain and installation conditions. Moving equipment into position and working across uneven ground required a solution that could adapt without relying on heavy groundwork or extensive preparation.
The design of the array added another layer of complexity. Rather than a standard layout, the system was configured in a V formation to capture both morning and evening sunlight, creating a more consistent, spread-out energy profile throughout the day. This meant foundation heights needed to vary across the site to maintain alignment and structural integrity.
Solution
Ground screws were selected to provide a flexible, low-impact foundation system suited to the site conditions. A total of 36 screws were installed, using a mix of 1250 mm and 1550 mm lengths to accommodate the changing ground levels and required array heights.
The 1-in-portrait solar racking system was then installed directly onto the screws, forming the V-shaped array designed to optimise solar gain at either end of the day. The ability to vary screw lengths allowed the team to achieve a consistent structure without extensive groundworks or disruption to the landscape.
