Abstract: A module mounting assembly for coupling a solar module to a torque tube comprises a hat rail; a first vertical member pivotably coupled to the hat rail at first connection points and capable of being pivoted to rest flush on a first torque tube side surface during installation, the first vertical member having first retention features; a second vertical member pivotably coupled to the hat rail at second connection points and capable of being pivoted to rest flush on a second torque tube side surface during installation, the second vertical member having second retention features; a locking mechanism configured to cooperate with the first retention features and the second retention features to prevent the first and second vertical members from pivoting to secure the first vertical member flush on the first torque tube side surface and to secure the second vertical member flush on the second torque tube side surface.

Abstract: A ballast foundation includes a portable rolled steel enclosure formed from multiple sections and further includes internal bracing. The internal bracing is used to support an upright vertical structural member that connects to an external load (such as a frame structure for a solar array) that is supported by the ballast foundation when the enclosure is filled with concrete.

Abstract: A ballast foundation includes a portable rolled steel enclosure formed from multiple sections and further includes internal bracing. The internal bracing is used to support an upright vertical structural member that connects to an external load (such as a frame structure for a solar array) that is supported by the ballast foundation when the enclosure is filled with concrete.