Spanish company Fator has launched a new rivet and riveting tool to install solar panels on trackers. It claims that they have anti-corrosion properties and offer faster installation than conventional systems.
February 10, 2025
Pilar Snchez Molina
Image: Fator
From pv magazine Spain
Spanish company Fator, an industrial fastener specialist, has developed the Steptail rivet for PV trackers.
“Fixing solar panels to solar trackers has traditionally involved the use of screws, washers and nuts and this method, although functional, presents drawbacks such as the complexity of the installation, the time required and the risk of loosening due to vibrations and adverse weather conditions,” a company spokesperson told pv magazine.
The new rivet reportedly offers easy and fast installation, as well as vibration resistance. Its robust and secure design guarantees a firm and long-lasting connection, even in environments with strong winds and constant vibrations, the company said, noting that it has also anti-corrosion properties. The new aluminum rivet is said to be resistant to corrosion and wear, ensuring a long service life in demanding weather conditions.
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