Legnica – Review of a photovoltaic farm with a capacity of 0.8 MW. Economic review of a photovoltaic power plant in the province of Lower Silesia.
Recently, together with our team, we conducted a economic review of a photovoltaic farm with a capacity of 0.8 MW. This was a visit to assess the technical condition of the entire installation, without taking measurements. The farm is located on the ground, which required special attention to the inspection of both photovoltaic panels and support structures. Our work also included inspecting the transformer station and, more precisely, writing its health and safety equipment.
Photovoltaic panels and their condition
The solar farm consists of 1,778 monocrystalline panels of 450 watts each. During the inspection, we focused on assessing their visual condition. We paid attention to cracks, discoloration, or possible mechanical damage that could affect the system’s performance. It was also important to check for dirt on the panels, such as dust, leaves or other obstructions that could cause shading. The condition of the photovoltaic panels required a module cleaning service due to significant dirt from dust from surrounding fields and bird droppings. Also, the land on which the power plant stands needs mowing.
Legnica – review of 0.8 MW photovoltaic farm – inverters
The farm uses seven Huawei SUN2000 inverters, each with a capacity of 105 kW. These units are known for their high reliability and efficiency. During the inspection, we checked the tightness of the enclosures, the condition of ventilation and cable connections. Another important point was to check that no alarms or warnings appeared on the inverters’ displays. All the devices worked flawlessly.
Transformer station and its health and safety equipment
The transformer station, which converts the voltage from the inverters to a higher voltage suitable for transmission to the power grid, was therefore thoroughly inspected by us for safety. As part of the review, we paid attention to the presence and condition of health and safety equipment at the 0.8 MW photovoltaic farm in Legnica.
The station had powder and snow extinguishers, which are adapted for extinguishing fires in electrical equipment. We checked their expiration dates and technical condition. In addition, the station was equipped with electrical insulating mats, which are necessary when working on live equipment, and insulating gloves. A fire blanket and a well-equipped first aid kit were also on site.
Signage and health and safety instructions were also important – we made sure they were legible and complied with current requirements.
Legnica – review of 0.8 MW photovoltaic farm – SUMMARY
The economic inspection of the photovoltaic farm allowed us to assess that the farm is operating smoothly, and its technical condition is not objectionable. Regular inspections of this type are essential to maintain the reliability of the installation and work safety. By properly equipping the transformer station with health and safety equipment, workers can perform their tasks safely, which significantly affects the correct assessment of the entire system.
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