Frito-Lay, Arizona Service Center
Phoenix, Arizona
“Frito-Lay's use of PV power systems on their facilities demonstrates solar power is a viable means to meet the energy resources needed to run a large-scale business while addressing environmental issues.” Sean Seitz, American Solar Electric, Inc.
Unique Feature: Real-time monitoring on the internet with SMA Web Box.
Unique Fact: The Largest Private Sector Photovoltaic System in Arizona.
Date Completed: October 2007
Designer/Installer/Contractor: American Solar Electric, Inc.
System Specifications
- System Size: 201.6kW (DC)
- Estimated Yearly Power Production: 35,000 kWh (+/- 10%)
- System Configuration
- Utility Interaction: Grid Connected
- Solar Modules: 1,008 Kyocera KC200GT
- Inverters: 4 SMA-America Sunny Tower, ST7000U inverters (42 kW-AC)
- Mount Structure: Pro-Solar rail, customized for the facility’s rooftop installation.