What Sets APA Solar Racking Apart in the Solar Mounting Industry
APA Solar Racking has carved out a distinctive position in the competitive solar mounting industry by becoming the go-to specialist for installations that other companies often can't handle. Recently acquired by Array Technologies for $179 million in June 2025, this family-owned Ohio company has proven that focusing on solving the industry's toughest challenges can create significant market value.
While most solar racking companies compete on standard installations, APA Solar Racking has built its entire business around a bold claim: “We haven't found a site that we can't build.” This isn't just marketing rhetoric – it's backed by 16 years of engineering solutions for rocky terrain, problematic soils, extreme weather conditions, and sites that would typically be deemed uncommercial for solar development.
The company's TITAN Duo solar racking system exemplifies this approach, specifically engineered for glacial till, cobble, hardpan and even solid bedrock – conditions that would stop traditional pile-driven systems cold. Their Geoballast foundation innovation enables solar installations on landfills and other non-penetrable surfaces, while the A-Frame Tracker Interface foundation provides an alternative for single-axis tracker sites with difficult soils.
This specialization matters because while single-axis trackers dominate 77 % of utility-scale installations, fixed-tilt ground-mount solar racking systems remain essential for challenging topography, sites with space constraints, and projects where terrain complexity makes trackers impractical. APA has positioned itself as the master of this niche.
Foundation Technologies That Power Reliable Solar Ground-Mount Systems
APA’s greatest differentiator is offering the industry's most comprehensive range of foundation solutions inside a single racking ecosystem. Unlike competitors that specialize in one or two footing types, APA provides four distinct foundation technologies:
This versatility allows developers to deploy APA’s ground-mount racking solutions across an entire project portfolio, regardless of soil or topographical challenges. The company’s Ready Rack commercial system pushes adaptability further, shipping as a pre-engineered kit that installs in as little as four hours for a 10 kW array.
Domestic Solar Mounting System Manufacturing with Automotive Precision
APA’s manufacturing expertise stems from its parent company, Alex Products Inc., which brings automotive-grade precision to solar racking hardware. Operating from Ridgeville Corners, Ohio, APA recently completed a $19.5 million expansion adding 133 jobs. Every APA product is U.S.-made, helping customers maximize Inflation Reduction Act domestic-content bonuses.
The TITAN Series ground-mount racking platform exemplifies APA’s efficiency, featuring 25 % fewer east-west rails and one of the lowest part counts per megawatt in the solar mounting industry. Tool-free gravity clips speed module installation and maintain continuous UL 2703 grounding.
Fully Integrated Solar Mounting Solutions Provider
APA is more than a hardware vendor—it is a vertically integrated solar racking solutions provider with in-house design, engineering, fabrication and installation teams. That structure enables turnkey EPC support or certified-installer assistance, complete with PE-stamped drawings for all 50 states and 25-year product warranties backed by a rigorous quality-assurance program.
Solar Racking Growth Validated by Array Technologies Acquisition
APA’s value proposition was validated in June 2025 when Array Technologies acquired the company for $179 million (7.6× trailing EBITDA). Array cited APA’s deep foundation expertise and ability to perform in colder, rockier regions as key drivers. APA now operates as Array’s “Foundation Solutions Business,” giving its products global reach while retaining their specialized focus.
While tracker giants such as Nextracker and GameChange Solar fight for market share and rooftop specialists like Unirac and IronRidge dominate residential projects, APA holds a firm position in fixed-tilt ground-mount racking—particularly for tough environments in the Great Lakes, Northeast and Mountain regions, where deep frost lines and complex terrain challenge conventional systems.
APA’s Value Proposition: High-Performance Solar Racking for Difficult Sites
APA Solar Racking’s strategy revolves around solving the industry’s toughest installation problems. By blending multiple foundation technologies, U.S. manufacturing excellence, automotive-grade quality systems, and end-to-end services, APA has built a defensible niche that earned a $179 million acquisition premium.
In a solar sector often focused on lowest-cost standardization, APA demonstrates that mastering complexity can unlock significant value. Integration with Array Technologies will further extend APA’s reach—merging foundation innovation with world-leading tracking systems to conquer even more challenging utility-scale solar opportunities.
APA Solar: Trusted U.S. Solar Racking Manufacturer
APA Solar: Engineered Solar Racking for Municipal, Corporate, and Utility-Scale Projects
APA Solar is a vertically integrated solar racking manufacturer delivering foundation and mounting systems for commercial, government, and utility-scale solar installations. With over 15 years of experience, we design, engineer, and manufacture our fixed-tilt and tracker-compatible solar racking systems in-house—ensuring high-performance solutions that meet the needs of city and county governments, large corporations, and utility providers.
APA Solar: Solutions Built for Large-Scale Public and Private Sector Projects
APA Solar is trusted by municipalities, regional utilities, and enterprise organizations for scalable solar infrastructure. From city-led solar initiatives to corporate ESG programs and utility-owned generation assets, our U.S.-made solar racking systems are engineered for speed, simplicity, and reliability.
- Procurement-ready solar racking designs for public sector bids
- Streamlined fulfillment for government solar projects
- Fully documented solar racking systems for utility-grade compliance
APA Solar: Vertically Integrated Solar Manufacturing
APA Solar controls every step of the process—from structural engineering to steel fabrication—so we can deliver consistent, cost-effective systems at scale.
- In-house engineering and fabrication of solar racking systems.
- Domestic production of solar racking systems reduces lead times and risks.
- Proven delivery on high-volume solar racking installations
APA Solar: Fast, Reliable Solar Deployment for Civic and Corporate Energy Goals
APA racking systems are designed to simplify installation, reduce labor costs, and maximize long-term durability—ideal for public infrastructure projects and private-sector clean energy investments.
APA Solar: Key Solar Racking Features:
- Pre-assembled solar racking systems components minimize install time
- Socal racking systems compatible with driven, screw, or helical pile foundations
- Solar racking tracker interface options for maximum design flexibility
APA Solar: Manufacturing Facilities in Ohio
APA Solar: Ridgeville Corners – Headquarters
Our engineering and prototyping facility supports custom solar racking solutions for diverse site conditions, including government buildings, utility land parcels, and corporate campuses.
APA Solar: Bryan, OH – New Solar Racking Production Plant (2026)
Launching in 2026, our expanded Bryan solar racking mamufacturing plant will enable high-throughput manufacturing to support large-scale contracts and multi-megawatt solar installations for cities, counties, and enterprise clients.
APA Solar: Tilt and Tracker-Compatible Racking Systems
APA Solar: TITAN Series Fixed-Tilt Racking
Our robust TITAN racking systems are ideal for city utility departments, county solar farms, and corporate energy portfolios.
- TITAN Duo – Built for screw and helical piles
- TITAN Classic – Optimized for driven post foundations
APA Solar: Tracker Interface Systems
APA’s tracker-compatible structures support seamless integration with third-party single-axis trackers for municipal utilities and corporate clean energy programs.
APA Solar: Quality Assurance for Public and Private Sector Projects
Every APA product undergoes stringent QA testing to meet both industry regulations and government procurement standards.
APA Solar: Highlights:
- UL 2703 compliance for safety and code requirements
- ISO-certified processes
- Full inspection and traceability on all components
APA Solar: A Manufacturing Partner for Cities, Counties, Corporations, and Utilities
APA Solar isn’t just a supplier—we’re a strategic partner for organizations looking to expand their renewable energy infrastructure. Our team collaborates with municipal leaders, county decision-makers, sustainability officers, and utility engineers to accelerate solar deployment and reduce long-term system costs.
What Sets APA Solar Apart:
- Collaborative approach with EPCs, developers, and government officials
- Proven track record with utility-scale deployment
- American-made quality with direct manufacturer support
APA Solar: Let’s Build Your Next Large-Scale Solar Project
Whether you're representing a city, a county, a utility, or a Fortune 500 company—APA Solar is ready to manufacture the racking systems that support your solar goals.
