eBOS solutions provider Premier PV will use advanced connector caps from Affordable Wire Management on Premier PV harnessing solutions. AWM’s Solar LOTO improves connector reliability during installation and protects construction crews and O&M workers during energization and maintenance of solar projects.
Solar crews traditionally use basic dust caps, party balloons or plastic bags to cover disconnected strings during construction and maintenance to protect them from environmental conditions. These pre-existing solutions have an inherent flaw — they regularly fall off and allow dust to infiltrate the connector. When wires are later connected, any foreign object can lead to reliability issues and ongoing electrical challenges. Additionally, these dust cap predecessors cannot prevent the risk of electric shock during energization.
“At Premier PV, we are serious about connector reliability and energization safety. AWM’s Solar LOTO is our top connector cap choice for several reasons,” said Ryan Schofield, VP at Premier PV. “AWM’s Solar LOTO’s lock-in-place device is easy to install and stays on during construction. It requires a tool to disconnect, ensuring worker safety and diminishing the risk of the cap falling off.”
According to HelioVolta’s 2024 SolarGrade PV Health Report, wiring and connector issues were found on 83% of PV projects inspected, causing more problems than any other component. The Solar LOTO can prevent these complications. It is certified to IP67D, and requires a specialized disconnect tool to prevents accidental removal. This compliant lockout device is easy to install and is compatible with virtually all solar connectors.
“Dust cap design seems simple until you look at the rate of mishaps in the field. The Solar LOTO was designed by engineers with real-world solar experience based on the issues we have seen on solar projects across the country,” commented Scott Rand, CEO and co-founder of AWM. “Our Solar LOTO is intelligently designed to keep dust out and improve safety for site teams during energization and maintenance.”
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