Design Renewable Infrastructure Into Your Next Project
Specifying a Solar Canopy Structure is about more than adding photovoltaic panels to a car park. It's about creating a practical solution that generates renewable energy, supports EV charging and enhances the long-term value of a development.
Our Solar Canopy Structures are designed and manufactured in the UK, providing architects with flexible solutions for a wide range of commercial and public sector projects. Whether you're working on a new build or refurbishment, our team can support you from the earliest design stages through to specification and project delivery.
Download our Architect's Guide to explore our canopy range, key specification considerations and the support available throughout your project.
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Our Architect's Guide has been created to help architects understand the key considerations when specifying solar canopy structures.
Inside you'll find:
- An overview of each canopy design
- Key specification considerations
- EV Beam integration
- Technical guidance
- Design support information
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Why Specify Solar Canopy Structures?
Generate Renewable Energy On Site:
Produce clean electricity from existing parking areas, helping to reduce reliance on grid energy and improve the long-term performance of a development.
Support integrated EV charging infrastructure:
Create future-ready parking facilities by incorporating EV charging into your project, helping to meet growing demand for electric vehicle infrastructure.
Maximise existing parking areas:
Make better use of available space by generating renewable energy above parking bays without reducing the number of spaces below.
Enhance long-term asset value:
Add lasting value to commercial developments by introducing renewable infrastructure that supports changing occupier and operational requirements.
Contribute towards sustainability and net zero objectives:
Help clients meet environmental targets through on-site renewable energy generation and improved energy efficiency.
Flexible solutions for a range of site layouts:
With four canopy designs available, our range can accommodate a variety of parking configurations and project requirements.
Solar Canopy Structure Designs:
Our 4 Basic Designs:
SIG Building Solutions offers innovative solar canopy support structures designed to enhance sustainability and support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Our range includes four key designs: the Double Gull Wing, which supports up to six photovoltaic (PV) panels in portrait orientation for maximum energy generation per space; the Double Mono, a cost-effective solution that accommodates up to five PV panels in a portrait layout, ideal for south-facing locations; and the Single Row, which can be inclined or declined to support three PV panels in portrait orientation, making it a perfect fit for EV charge points.
Double Gull Wing:
Support system for up to 6 PV panels* in portrait giving the most kWp per space.
Single Row:
Decline or Incline support structure for 3 PV panels* in portrait. Ideal for EV charge points.
Double Mono:
Low cost support system for up to 5 PV panels* in portrait for south facing location.
Hot Rolled Single Post Canopies:
Our single post canopies are ideal when twin post canopies aren't suitable due to car park layout, such as angled or herringbone designs. Made in the UK, they feature hot-rolled steel columns and a cold-formed steel canopy, offering a waterproof solution without losing parking spaces.
Continue Your Specification Journey:
Looking to explore solar canopies in more detail?
We've created a range of additional resources to support your project. Pick below from our new news articles to support your specification journey. If you're looking for something more visual, click below to watch our construction steps to see how a Solar Canopy Structure is installed.
News:
Key Considerations When Specifying Solar Canopies
Explore the factors that influence canopy selection, site layout and project planning.
News:
Four Solar Canopy Designs for Different Car Park Layouts
Learn more about our four canopy options and discover which design is best suited to different parking configurations.
News:
Why Architects Are Designing Solar Canopies Into Car Parks
Discover why solar canopies are becoming an increasingly popular addition to commercial developments.
Construction Steps:
Watch our Solar Canopy Structures Take Shape
See our Solar Canopy Structures come together from installation through to completion.
Contact Us:
Book a call with a member of our solar canopy structures team today to understand how we can support your next project. One of our team members will be in touch to learn more about your requirements and walk you through how our solutions work.
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Meet the Solar Canopy Structures Team:
Guy Chilvers
National Sales Manager
Guy brings together technical expertise, a straightforward, practical approach to sales and over 50 years industry experience in different roles. He works with clients to deliver high-quality, UK-manufactured canopy structures that are efficient, durable, and built to perform long-term.
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Peter Szatter
Business Development Manager
Peter combines years of energy sector experience with a calm, customer-focused approach. He works closely with clients to understand their needs and connect them with the right solar canopy structure solutions, ensuring a responsive and flexible experience throughout.
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Alexander Kerr
Project Manager
With extensive experience across agricultural and industrial sectors, Alexander understands the detail behind every component. He takes a hands-on, personable approach to project delivery, ensuring smooth execution and clear communication from start to finish.
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