

Rooftop photovoltaic (PV) mounting system are the core structural system installed on building roofs to fix and support PV modules.
Based on roof type, they are usually divided into flat roof mounting system (often using concrete counterweight foundations to avoid damaging the waterproofing layer) and pitched roof mounting system (fixed to the structure under roof tiles or on corrugated steel sheets by hooks or clamps). Based on materials, they commonly use carbon steel or aluminum alloy.
Floating photovoltaic (PV) mounting systems help to install modules on the water surface (such as lakes, reservoirs, and ponds) to generate electricity. They mainly consist of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) floats, brackets for solar modules, brackets for inverters, and anchoring system. They are suitable for waters with considerable depth where piling is not feasible.
The floating PV saves land resources. The cooling effect of the water can improve power generation efficiency by approximately 10% ~ 20%. The surface coverage can reduce evaporation by up to 70% and inhibit algae growth. The HDPE material is safe to contact drinking water.
The ground mounting structures are supporting systems installed on the ground foundation and used to fix and bear the photovoltaic (PV) modules. They are essential component of solar farms to ensure the power generation efficiency and safety.
The foundation types include ground screw pile, spun pile, ramming pile, concrete block and cast-in-place foundation.
Solar tracking systems effectively improve irradiance reception efficiency and power generation by driving photovoltaic modules to follow the sun's position in real time. They are mainly divided into three types: horizontal single-axis (high cost-effectiveness, simple structure), tilted single-axis, and dual-axis (all-angle tracking, higher gain).
Compared to fixed mounting, they can typically increase power generation by 10% to 40%. The system integrates key technologies such as intelligent tracking algorithms, independent or multiple controls, slewing drive, and automatic protection under different weather and maintenance conditions.
The Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) use photovoltaic modules directly as building materials, as such roof, curtain wall, waterproof shed, sunroom.
BIPV solution achieves a deep integration of power generation, building materials and aesthetics, thereby transforming the building from an energy consumer into a producer.
Solar First Group has been focusing on solar mounting structures (Fixed Mounting Structure, Trackers, Floating) and BIPV solution, space truss structures, building structures and grating structures. Its sales network covers all over China and all major regions worldwide, including Southeast Asia, Europe, the Middle East, East Asia, Africa and Latin America.
Solar First obtained ISO9001/14001/45001 system certification, 6 invention patents, more than 60 utility model patents, 2 software copyrights, and has rich experience in the design and manufacture of renewable energy products. Solar First is also a "Chinese National High-Tech Enterprise", "Small Technology Giant", "Contract-Abiding and Credit-Worthy Enterprise", "Industrial Enterprise Above Designated Size in Xiamen", "Small and Medium-Sized Technology-Based Enterprise" and "Class A Enterprise in Tax Credit", which researches, develop, manufactures and sells renewable energy products.







September 30. 2026
From October 7 to 9, 2026, the International greentech & eco products exhibition & conference Malaysia (IGEM 2026) will take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Solar First Group will be exhibiting at Booth 2019-2022, highlighting floating solar systems, the HORIZON D+ Smart Tracking System, ground mounting, and rooftop mounting. These products cover diverse application scenarios—including water surfaces, large-scale ground-mounted power plants, commercial and industrial (C&I) projects, and distributed PV systems—and provide highly reliable and adaptable PV mounting system solutions to facilitate the efficient implementation of clean energy projects in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. IGEM 2026 is a major exhibition in the green technology and eco-product sectors in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Focusing on renewable energy, green building, environmental protection technologies, and sustainable development, it brings together policymakers, project developers, technology suppliers, and industry experts, providing an efficient platform for corporate exchange and cooperation in the Malaysian and ASEAN markets. To meet the demands of large-scale ground-mounted PV projects in Malaysia, Solar First Group’s HORIZON D+ smart tracking system can flexibly adapt to complex terrain. The system employs a 2P multi-drive electrical configuration, upgrading from single-point to multi-point drive, which significantly enhances the system’s torsional rigidity and critical wind speed while effectively reducing pile foundation costs. Its low-inclination wind-resistant design can withstand extreme winds, adapt to continuous undulations and irregular terrain, and meet design requirements for steep slopes. Additionally, the system supports one-to-one independent control, enabling real-time monitoring of the mounting structure’s operational status to promptly identify faults and minimize power generation losses. By integrating data on varying terrain and real-time weather conditions, it intelligently optimizes tracking angles to further increase power generation. The product has undergone rigorous wind tunnel testing and targeted structural design, resulting in superior overall stability and reliability. As validated by practical application, the system effectively reduces LCOE and improves IRR, significantly enhancing project profitability and full-lifecycle value. Designed to address Malaysia’s abundant water resources and limited land availability, the floating solar system utilizes highly weather-resistant floats and a reliable anchoring design, making it suitable for various aquatic environments such as reservoirs, lakes, and tailings ponds. The system’s rail and front-rear support structures are simple, enabling a convenient and efficient installation process that effectively shortens the construction timeline; module spacing is flexibly adjustable to accommodate different installation angle requirements; cable channels can be flexibly arranged according to on-site layouts to suit various site cabling needs; and the system supports multiple anchoring solutions, including underwater pile anchors, concrete pile anchors, and shore pile anchors. The U-shaped steel connectors feature an articulated design that effectively dissipates environmental loads such as wind and waves, enhancing the system’s overall stability. The product has been tested and certified by a third-party organization, demonstrating excellent float strength and overall reliability, ensuring the long-term stable operation of floating power plants. The ground mount system covers PHC pile solution and adjustable slope mounting solution, flexibly adapting to various geological and topographical conditions in Malaysia. The PHC pile solution replaces traditional concrete foundations with prestressed high-strength concrete piles, offering strong load-bearing capacity and corrosion resistance, making it especially suitable for soft soil foundations (such as swamps, coastal tidal flats, etc.) and fishery solar complementary projects. While the adjustable slope mounting solution offers two foundation types — screw pile and C shaped steel pile — specifically designed for undulating and irregular terrain, featuring flexible and efficient installation that effectively reduces construction costs. Also on display are rooftop mounting systems, covering commercial & industrial and residential distributed PV projects, which together with floating system and ground mount system form a full-scenario solution. Adhering to the philosophy of New Energy, New World, Solar First Group continues to deepen its presence in the Southeast Asian new energy market. With product designs tailored to tropical climates and complex terrain, combined with localized service capabilities, we provide Malaysian customers with end-to end mounting solutions from scheme design to on-site support. We sincerely invite industry partners to visit Solar First Group at Booth 2019-2022 for face-to face exchanges, to discuss new trends and new opportunities in the Malaysian and Southeast Asian PV markets, to explore more possibilities for cooperation. We look forward to gathering with globalpartners in Kuala Lumpur to jointly contribute to the region’s clean energy transition with innovative technologies and reliable solutions. See you in Kuala Lumpur in October!
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September 10. 2026
On September 4, 2026, the Thai-German Institute (TGI) Solar Power Learning Center officially opened in Chonburi Province, Thailand. The learning center also serves as a systematic solar technology training program for Thailand’s industrial sector, aimed at imparting knowledge and skills covering the entire process of solar power system design, installation, and operation and maintenance. As a key sponsor of the learning center, Solar First Group provided financial support and showcased its core equipment. Three of its products—BIPV curtain walls, ground mounting systems, and rooftop mounting systems—will be installed long-term at the center, serving as a hands-on technical demonstration platform for training talent in Thailand’s solar industry. The Thai-German Institute is a nonprofit organization jointly established by the Thai and German governments in 1992. Affiliated with the Industrial Development Foundation under Thailand’s Ministry of Industry, it has long been committed to transferring advanced manufacturing technologies to Thailand’s industrial sector and is renowned in the industry for its training capabilities in automation, tool and die technology, precision measurement, and robotics. The opening of this solar power training center marks a significant step in the institute’s efforts to expand its renewable energy technology training programs and will provide strong support for Thailand’s industrial sector as it upgrades its technology in the clean energy sector. According to the cooperation plan, the learning center will serve multiple functions, including technical demonstrations of solar power generation systems, hands-on training, and industry exchanges. The BIPV curtain walls, ground mounting systems, and rooftop mounting systems provided by Solar First Group will serve as core exhibition equipment and will be on long-term display at the training site, allowing trainees and visiting companies to observe and learn up close. These products represent Solar First ’s latest research and development achievements in the field of solar mounting systems. They cover a wide range of application scenarios—including building-integrated solar systems, ground power plants, and rooftop distributed systems—and will provide practical technical references for local engineering and technical personnel in Thailand. Solar First Group is a leading domestic provider and manufacturer of BIPV solutions, solar tracker systems, flexible mounting system solutions, and floating photovoltaic mounting system solutions. The company is recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise and a Municipal Specialized, Refined, Unique and Innovative Enterprise. It boasts a professional R&D team and has established an R&D center in collaboration with key universities both domestically and internationally. Its products have obtained international certifications including CE, UL, TUV, and SGS, as well as ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 system certifications; the company has secured dozens of invention patents, utility model patents, and software copyright registrations. Its sales network covers all of China as well as major global regions including Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, East Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Adhering to its corporate philosophy of "New Energy, New World," Solar First Group is committed to driving the innovative development of the photovoltaic industry through advanced technologies. Its participation in the joint construction project of the Taide Research Institute Solar Power Generation Learning Center represents another significant initiative by Solar First Group to deepen its market presence in Thailand and Southeast Asia. With BIPV photovoltaic curtain walls, ground-mounted mounting systems, and rooftop mounting systems now permanently established at the Taide Research Institute Learning Center, Solar First Group will leverage its robust localized technology demonstration and service capabilities to continuously empower talent development and technological upgrading within Thailand's photovoltaic industry, contributing the strength of a Chinese enterprise to advancing the region's green energy transition.
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July 09. 2026
On July 8-9, Solar & Storage Live Vietnam 2026 was held at SKY EXPO in Ho Chi Minh City. The event brought together over 5,500 attendees, more than 200 exhibitors, and over 120 speakers. Solar First Group showcased its three major product lines—rooftop mounting systems, ground mounting systems, and floating systems—at Booth 1-M14. Thanks to the robust performance of its products and a precise understanding of the Vietnamese market's needs, the company attracted numerous local Vietnamese and Southeast Asian clients to stop by and engage in discussions. Roof Mounting Systems: Precisely Meeting Vietnam's Surging Demand for Distributed PV Vietnam is promoting the development of rooftop solar power with unprecedented vigor. In March 2026, the Prime Minister of Vietnam signed Directive No. 10/CT-TTg, whose core provisions focus on strengthening energy conservation efforts and promoting the development of rooftop solar power. The Ministry of Industry and Trade subsequently issued an implementation plan, setting a national electricity savings target of no less than 3% for 2026, with the savings target during the high-temperature peak consumption season (April–July) raised to no less than 10%. Clear annual development goals were established: 10% of government agencies and 10% of residential homes nationwide are to complete the installation of rooftop solar systems. In terms of policy incentives, Vietnam's government recently issued Decree No. 243/2026, raising the cap on the proportion of surplus rooftop solar power fed into the grid from 20% to 50%. Provided grid capacity allows, this proportion may be further increased before December 31, 2030. In areas not connected to the national grid—such as mountainous regions, border areas, and islands—there is no cap on the sale of surplus electricity. The rooftop mounting systems exhibited by Solar First Group are made of high-strength aluminum alloy with an anodized surface treatment, ensuring a long service life. Installation requires no drilling or welding, preserves the roof's waterproofing, and is compatible with a variety of roof types. Against the backdrop of accelerated rooftop solar installations by Vietnamese government agencies, businesses, and residential homes, these products provide reliable support for all types of rooftop solar projects. With an aluminum alloy recycling rate as high as 95%, they meet the requirements of a circular economy. Ground Mounting Systems: Supporting Large-Scale Ground-Mounted Power Plants and Off-Grid Projects in Vietnam The solar market in Vietnam is growing rapidly. According to the 8th Power Development Plan (PDP VIII), Vietnam has set a target of 46 GW to 73 GW of solar installed capacity by 2030. Market data indicates that the Vietnamese solar market was valued at approximately 19.5 GW in 2025, is projected to grow to 21.76 GW by 2026, and is expected to reach 37.63 GW by 2031. The ground mounting systems exhibited by Solar First Group are suitable for large-scale ground-mounted power plants, offering easy installation and adaptability to complex terrain. The main material used is a new type of aluminum-magnesium-zinc-coated steel, which provides excellent corrosion resistance and comes with salt spray test reports. In regions such as the Central Highlands of Vietnam—where solar resources are abundant but terrain is diverse—these products can effectively handle challenging terrain conditions such as steep slopes and ravines, providing a cost-effective support solution for ground-mounted power plant construction. Floating PV Systems: Aligning with the Trend of Large-Scale Floating PV Development in Vietnam's Water Areas The floating PV (FPV) market in Vietnam is expanding at an accelerated pace. Recently, Son La Province launched a large-scale FPV project with an installed capacity of 800 MW. With a total investment of approximately 17 trillion VND (approx. 646 million USD), the project spans over 1,139 hectares of water surface and will be constructed in four phases. The first phase of 200 MW is expected to be commissioned in 2027. In Dak Lak Province, the 304 MW KN Srepok 3 FPV project, with an investment exceeding 7.66 trillion VND, is scheduled to go online in the fourth quarter of 2027. Multiple other FPV projects are also underway in provinces like Gia Lai. Furthermore, Power Generation Joint Stock Corporation 1 (EVNGENCO1) has proposed the investment and construction of 3 floating PV projects in the reservoir areas of Lam Dong Province, with a total capacity of nearly 270 MW. The floating PV systems exhibited by Solar First Group are specifically designed for water-based scenarios, featuring convenient construction, high system adaptability, and reliable safety performance. These products can be widely applied to various water body scenarios, including lakes, reservoirs, and rivers. As Vietnam's floating PV sector transitions from pilot projects to large-scale development, this product series is poised to embrace vast market opportunities. Vietnam's Energy Transition Accelerates, Driving Sustained Demand for Multi-Scenario Mounting Systems Vietnam is currently at a critical juncture in its energy structure transition. The Power Development Plan 8 (PDP8) has significantly raised the country's solar energy development targets. In 2025, Vietnam's newly installed PV capacity reached 586 MW, with distributed generation serving as the primary driver of growth. With the upward adjustment of the feed-in tariff ratio for surplus electricity from rooftop PV and the implementation of the Direct Power Purchase Agreement (DPPA) mechanism, demand is expected to surge significantly in 2026. In the floating PV sector, the 800 MW project in Son La Province alone requires a water surface coverage of over 1,139 hectares, while the 304 MW project in Dak Lak Province occupies approximately 360 hectares. This large-scale development places higher demands on the adaptability, safety, and construction efficiency of floating PV mounting systems. Against this backdrop, the exhibition of Solar First Group's floating PV systems is perfectly timed. During the exhibition, the Solar First Group team engaged in in-depth exchanges with EPC contractors, project developers, and industry organizations from Vietnam and neighboring countries. Discussions centered around topics such as local water conditions in Vietnam, the development of rooftop distributed PV, and the construction of ground-mounted utility-scale PV power plants. Leveraging its deep roots and continuous cultivation in the Southeast Asian market, Solar First Group has won the initial recognition and trust of its customers. Looking ahead, Solar First Group will continue to uphold its brand philosophy of "New Energy New World". Relying on its technical expertise in rooftop mounts, ground mounts, and floating PV systems, and with product adaptability and service responsiveness at its core, the company aims to contribute more reliable power to the energy transition in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
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June 25. 2026
On July 8 - 9, 2026, the 9th Vietnam Solar, Storage & Charging Expo (Solar & Storage Live Vietnam 2026) will be held at SKY EXPO in Ho Chi Minh City. Solar First Group will showcase its roof mounting structure, ground mounting structure, and floating PV system. We warmly invite you to visit our booth 1-M14 to explore solar innovations and support Vietnam's clean energy transition. As a key event in Southeast Asia's renewable energy calendar, Solar & Storage Live Vietnam 2026 focuses on solar PV, energy storage, and EV charging infrastructure. It brings together technology providers, project developers, and industry experts, offering a dynamic platform for networking and market expansion in Vietnam. Solar First will highlight its roof and ground mounting solutions, designed for Vietnam's growing rooftop and utility-scale solar segments. Also on display is the floating PV system, ideal for Vietnam's abundant reservoirs and water surfaces. Together, these products deliver reliable, adaptable support across residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Guided by the philosophy "New Energy, New World", Solar First continues to strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia. With a focus on practical design and local service support, the company provides end-to-end mounting solutions tailored to Vietnam's climate and project needs. Moving forward, Solar First will remain committed to delivering full-lifecycle PV mounting systems - from roof to ground to water. Through continuous innovation, we strive to build a greener, more sustainable world.
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