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Description

Nearly all solar professionals, at 98%, perform technical onsite assessments prior to construction, and more than half of them do this before finalizing a sale. Despite these efforts, solar companies often invest hours using ladders and manual measurements on rooftops, which can slow down project timelines, compromise precision, and elevate safety hazards. By leveraging drone technology and advanced 3D modeling, Scanifly’s solar design software significantly reduces the need for roof climbs, cutting onsite time by as much as 90%, and enhances design precision to prevent costly redesigns, change orders, or delays during installation. Traditional tools like ladders, tape measures, and handwritten notes can result in inaccuracies and errors due to guesswork. In contrast, the integration of drones and 3D modeling tools optimizes the workflow, boosting efficiency, safety, and design accuracy. Capture images using your drone (JPEG format) to digitize various aspects of the project. Furthermore, this innovative technology automatically generates scaled 3D models of the proposed sites, providing a comprehensive overview for solar planning.

Description

Photovoltaic systems can vary widely, ranging from small installations on residential rooftops to expansive utility-scale projects. Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) systems are utilized for generating electricity and come in various forms, such as parabolic troughs, power towers, and linear Fresnel designs. Projects often involve power purchase agreements (PPAs) that connect the system to the grid at a designated interconnection point, allowing revenue generation through the sale of electricity. Ownership of these projects can reside with a single entity or involve partnerships that may include flip or leaseback arrangements. Additionally, there are instances of third-party ownership where the solar system is situated on the property of the customer, but the ownership lies with a separate developer who compensates the host for the electricity produced, typically through a PPA or a lease agreement. This model not only facilitates the adoption of solar energy but also provides financial incentives for property owners to invest in renewable energy solutions.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Solcast No 

Integrations

Solcast Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Scanifly

Country

United States

Website

scanifly.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Founded

1977

Country

United States

Website

sam.nrel.gov/

Product Features

Drone Mapping

2D Maps No 
3D Maps No 
Annotations No 
Compare Maps No 
Distance Measurement No 
Elevation Profiles No 
Overlays No 
Photogrammetry No 
Sharing Tools No 
Site Progress Tracking No 
Virtual Inspections No 

Solar

2D/3D Drawing No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Bill of Materials No 
CMMS No 
Estimating No 
Field Service Management No 
PV Animation No 
Permitting No 
Preventive Maintenance No 
Proposal Management No 
Solar Design No 
Solar Maintenance Management No 
Solar Monitoring No 
Solar Project Management No 
Solar Sales / CRM No 

Product Features

Solar

2D/3D Drawing No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Bill of Materials No 
CMMS No 
Estimating No 
Field Service Management No 
PV Animation No 
Permitting No 
Preventive Maintenance No 
Proposal Management No 
Solar Design No 
Solar Maintenance Management No 
Solar Monitoring No 
Solar Project Management No 
Solar Sales / CRM No 

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