Pewter & Silverware Manufacturing
Pinder Brothers
Established 1877. This historic manufacturer trusted Alliant Energy to design and install a 19.68kW flat-roof solar system with ballast mounts — no roof penetrations required.
The project
Background
Pinder Brothers is one of the UK's oldest pewter and silverware manufacturers, with a heritage dating back to 1877. Operating from a traditional industrial premises, they were looking for a way to reduce their energy overhead without disrupting their manufacturing operations.
The solution
Alliant Energy specified a 19.68kW flat-roof solar system using ballast-mounted panels — eliminating the need for roof penetrations and preserving the integrity of the existing roof. The system was installed with zero disruption to the factory floor.
The results
The system generates substantial annual savings for the business, with a 5-year payback and a strong 22.3% return on investment — significantly outperforming most traditional business investments.
System details
- Capacity
- 19.68kW
- Roof type
- Commercial flat roof
- Mounting
- Ballast mounts — no penetrations
- Disruption
- Zero factory downtime
- Warranty
- 25-year performance guarantee
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