Solar Steel, a division of Gonvarri Industries, has unveiled its new product, the TracSmarT+2V Compact, a solar tracker designed to offer higher standards of safety, adaptability, and efficiency.

Iván Arianes, Technical Director of the company, highlights that the development of this new model has been driven by two fundamental pillars: structural safety and adaptability to various markets. In his words: “A much more versatile product, easier to assemble, more homogeneous, and with fewer components.”

In an interview with Energía Estratégica España, the executive emphasizes that it is mainly targeted at markets such as Spain and Italy, where agrivoltaic projects require smaller structures that can adapt to uneven terrain.

In such terrains, structural stability issues with 2V trackers have been common, but this product enhances reliability with innovations such as its 55º protection position against strong winds and an optimized design to mitigate torsional deformation.

Global Expectations and Projections

Globally, Solar Steel expects a more moderate 2024 due to legislative uncertainty, particularly in Europe. However, expectations for 2025 are more optimistic, with a significant recovery expected in the second half of the year.

In this regard, Arianes explains that their strategy is based on optimizing their multiproduct platform: “We balance between fixed structures and 1V and 2V trackers, and we have a policy of renewing all our products with a new version every year.”

Additionally, the company is betting on artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its control systems, especially for the preventive maintenance of trackers.

This system collects data from sensors to assess the health status of each solar tracker, allowing for the prediction of issues and optimizing the durability of the installations.

Arianes believes that AI will transform the sector in the coming years, although it is difficult to predict the full extent of its impact, given the rapid evolution of this technology.

The executive emphasizes the great leadership they have achieved in the global industry, acknowledging that “although Chinese manufacturers already produce with European quality standards, most are focused on their local market.”

Therefore, he does not perceive a direct threat, as this characteristic allows space for other players in internationalization.

In Latin America, Solar Steel sees a great opportunity in countries like Mexico, where they expect that “the recent revival of energy policy following the elections will once again boost the photovoltaic market.”

Regarding other Latin American markets, they are more cautious. Countries such as Argentina and Brazil are not among their immediate priorities, as they face significant entry barriers, such as local industry protection policies in Brazil.