#solartrackers

The 2026 energy landscape is being reshaped by the rapid evolution of the Solar PV Balance of System market as it moves into the realm of "Specialized Deployment." The Global Solar PV Balance of System Market was valued at USD 83,729 Million in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 197,687 Million by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.2% from 2025 to 2030. This year, the "Solar PV Balance of System market report" highlights that "Advanced Tracking Systems" are becoming the standard for utility-scale projects. Unlike fixed-tilt structures, modern single-axis trackers use AI-driven sensors to follow the sun's path with millimetric precision, even adjusting for cloud cover to capture diffuse light. This innovation significantly increases the energy yield per acre, making solar projects more financially attractive for investors and land-constrained regions alike.

Insights from the latest Solar PV Balance of System industry studies suggest that "Material Innovation" is the key to lowering the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) this year. In 2026, the use of high-strength, lightweight composites in mounting structures is replacing traditional galvanized steel in many residential and commercial applications. This shift not only reduces the carbon footprint of the system itself but also makes installation faster and safer for rooftop teams. By reducing the dead weight on a building's structure, these modern BOS solutions allow solar to be installed on older warehouses and commercial centers that were previously considered unsuitable for heavy solar arrays.

Australian Solar Quotes carefully follows the evolving solar power technologies as they are released into the international solar market.

SPG Solar, a former EPC, recently launched its next generation SunSeeker single-axis tracker, the G3.3. This particular model was specifically designed to improve quality, shorten delivery; lower installation times and reduce costs.

This particular technology reduces 20 per cent of the system’s hardware and relocates the supply chain. Hence solar customers are realizing significant savings in shipping costs and lower labour hours.

SPG Solar began as an EPC in 2001 by constructing the first commercial grid tied system in the U.S. This facility was located at Blakes Autobody in Rohner Park, California.

The company now has a total of 72 employees and is proud to list many firsts in its portfolio. One of them is the Kentfield School District in Kentfield, California which they built in 2004. This is the first school district to be completely dependent on a solar power system.

Later, in 2006, this former EPC built the first non-penetrating system on the side of a dam for the Sonoma County Water Agency.

But it is in its solar tracking products that this company is well known for. “The key to achieving tracker differentiation lies in the product design, delivery and install,” says Tim Cain, Vice President of Product Management.

“SPG Solar has taken a lead in optimizing a total solution that drives down cost, while ensuring top quality. Our engineering team has now released the most cost effective and efficient single-axis tracker in the market today,” he adds.

The solar trackers produced and installed by this company coupled with California Senate Bill 594 are the ideal combination that will help alleviate Los Gatos Tomato’s energy costs. Los Gatos Tomato is a farm which also operates a tomato paste processing plant. This company uses solar power in their farm and processing facilities.

There are multiple wells in the farm which use large amounts of energy in the afternoon. With the solar trackers in place, the solar system delivers the most energy at that time. Under SB 594 the company can combine multiple meters on adjoining pieces of land. That means energy from a solar system can offset costs of several wells.

Australian Solar Quotes works with a number of commercial and residential solar companies, some that offer solar trackers for large-scale solar projects.

Sunseeker Trackers are automated single axis trackers that can follow the sun as it goes through its course during the day. This method produces more than 30 per cent solar energy compared to a fixed tilt solar system.

SPG Solar resorted to developing their own solar tracking system because of the inherent advantage of the business concept. “To begin with, there was a clear need in the market,” said Dylan Dupree, Vice President of EPC at SPG.

Dupree says that they have the experience in installing such systems. They have already installed more than 100 MW of solar systems in the United States. The cost aspect is also attractive, he says. Instead of buying equipment from another company, they get their materials directly from component suppliers.