Ptolemeo - 2-Axis Solar Tracker for Photovoltaic Plants

The motion mechanism is based on two axes. It follows automatically the sun’s azimuthal and polar movement maximizing solar radiation incidence and thus electricity production by the PV panels. The first tracking system to use a specially designed “space frame” (patented OBI 1006740) for the support of the solar panels. It gives unequaled robustness and reliability compared to any other solar tracker even at extreme weather conditions. Combines electromechanical motion for azimuthal rotation and hydraulic for tilt elevation. Not only one but two hydraulic cylinders are used, ensuring thus enhanced holding torque and especially wide, fourpoint (not only three-point) seating.