# FloatSolar > FloatSolar designs and manufactures floating solar (FPV) racking and mounting structures in the United States. The company is channel-only: it sells wholesale to solar distributors, online solar retailers, EPCs and installers, and marine, dock and pond dealers, who resell and install the systems. FloatSolar does not install, does not bid projects, and never quotes a reseller's customer. Gen3 structure kits support 560W to 710W modules and are sold as structure kits, with panels, inverters and wiring supplied separately. Full crawlable body text of the primary FloatSolar pages, concatenated for language-model ingestion. Canonical source: https://float.solar ## Homepage — FloatSolar floating solar racking manufacturer URL: https://float.solar/ - Technology - Components - Pricing - Compare - ROI Calculator - Videos - Blog Floating solar racking manufacturer · Sold through dealers & distributors ### Floating Solar Racking, Manufactured in the United States American-made floating solar structures for ponds and reservoirs. Gen3 kits carry 560W-710W modules and ship wholesale to dealers, EPCs and distributors. We do not install, we do not bid projects, and we do not sell direct to end users. We manufacture the racking, confirm jurisdictional status when it helps your customer, and support the channel that resells and installs our floats. - Manufacturing - Made in USA - Module support - 560–710W - Deployment - 4–8 weeks #### What FloatSolar Is FloatSolar is a United States-based manufacturer of floating solar racking. We produce six Gen3 structure kits that support solar modules from 560W to 710W, sized for residential, commercial and small-utility arrays on calm water bodies. We sell wholesale through a channel-only model. Our customers are distributors, online retailers, EPCs, solar installers, and marine, dock and pond dealers. We do not install systems, we do not bid end-customer projects, and we never quote a reseller's customer directly. The kits are designed for retention ponds, detention basins, process ponds, irrigation reservoirs, quarry lakes and wastewater lagoons. We ship and support projects across the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Why FloatSolar #### Why Distributors and EPCs Specify FloatSolar ##### Free Jurisdictional Pre-Screen Most private retention ponds are non-jurisdictional after Sackett — we'll confirm yours in writing before you spend a dollar. ##### Immediate ROI for Property Managers Start reducing electric bills in 6-8 weeks. Typical savings: $50-200 per unit per month for apartment complexes. ##### No Roof Impact Perfect for apartments with limited roof space. Utilizes unused retention pond area with zero tenant disruption. ##### 560W-710W Panel Support Gen3 structures are built to support 560W-710W modules, giving you a future-proof design at maximum efficiency. Product range #### Gen3 Floating Solar Kits Marine-grade floating solar structures built for 560W-710W panel support and fast deployment on non-jurisdictional water bodies. Three array sizes, each available in two electrical configurations. All prices are MSRP for the structure kit only. ##### Single-Phase ##### 5 kW $ 2,552 MSRP (structure kit only) - Modules - 9 × 560 W - Footprint - 320 sq ft Marine-grade floating structure kit sized for a 5 kW single-phase array using 560W modules. Includes floats, rails, module mounting hardware, inverter mounts and grounding. Dealer and distributor pricing available on request. ##### 10 kW $ 3,633 MSRP (structure kit only) - Modules - 18 × 560 W - Footprint - 640 sq ft Floating structure kit for a 10 kW single-phase array on 560W modules — the common size for HOA and multi-family retention ponds. Dealer and distributor pricing available on request. ##### 20 kW $ 5,680 MSRP (structure kit only) - Modules - 36 × 560 W - Footprint - 1,280 sq ft Twenty-kilowatt single-phase floating structure kit on 560W modules for larger multi-family and light-commercial pond installations. Dealer and distributor pricing available on request. ##### Three-Phase ##### 5 kW $ 2,552 MSRP (structure kit only) - Modules - 8 × 640 W - Footprint - 300 sq ft Three-phase floating structure kit sized for a 5 kW array using 640W commercial modules. Marine-grade floats, rails and grounding included. Dealer and distributor pricing available on request. ##### 10 kW $ 3,633 MSRP (structure kit only) - Modules - 16 × 640 W - Footprint - 600 sq ft Ten-kilowatt three-phase floating structure kit on 640W modules for commercial and municipal water bodies. Dealer and distributor pricing available on request. ##### 20 kW $ 4,796 MSRP (structure kit only) - Modules - 32 × 640 W - Footprint - 1,200 sq ft Twenty-kilowatt three-phase floating structure kit on 640W modules — the workhorse configuration for industrial process ponds and wastewater lagoons. Dealer and distributor pricing available on request. Channel program #### Sell FloatSolar FloatSolar is a manufacturer. We build floating solar racking in Winter Garden, Florida and sell it wholesale to distributors, online retailers, EPCs and marine contractors. We do not install and we do not bid projects, so we never compete with the companies that resell our floats. - Four volume tiers, from 2–4 kits/year to 25+ stocking distributor - Dropship to the job site or stock kits in your warehouse - Domestic manufacturing with BABA documentation for public bids #### Why Choose FloatSolar for Floating Photovoltaic Systems? FloatSolar builds Gen3 floating solar structures engineered to support the industry's largest solar panels (560W-710W), and we help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit before you spend anything on the project. ##### The Post-Sackett Jurisdictional Reality Traditional floating solar installations can require extensive environmental permits, wetland studies, and regulatory approvals that take 18-24 months. Since Sackett v. EPA (2023) narrowed the definition of "waters of the United States," many privately owned, isolated retention ponds, process ponds and irrigation ponds fall outside federal wetlands jurisdiction and outside Rivers and Harbors Act navigability rules. When that's true for your site, the federal wetlands and navigability permits simply don't apply. Because this depends on the specific water body — and the applicable rule still varies by state — we run a free jurisdictional pre-screen and give you the answer in writing. Learn more on our permits and jurisdiction page or see what this looks like for a typical property on our retention pond solar page . ##### Domestic Manufacturing FloatSolar structures are manufactured in the USA and built to comply with Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements, which matters for publicly funded and municipal projects. See our Made in USA page for details on our domestic supply chain. ##### High-Wattage Module Support FloatSolar Gen3 structures support 560W to 710W solar panels. Higher-wattage panel support means: - Fewer panels and mounting points needed to reach a given system size - Lower installation costs from fewer components - Future-proof design ready for next-generation panels - Reduced maintenance with fewer connections ##### Ideal Applications FloatSolar systems are well suited to farm ponds, irrigation reservoirs, retention basins, wastewater treatment lagoons, industrial cooling ponds, quarry lakes, and private water bodies throughout the United States, subject to the jurisdictional and permitting status of each site. Reference #### Answers to the four questions buyers ask first ##### Floating solar racking cost per watt What does the structure actually cost? Published MSRP for all six kits, $0.234 to $0.506 per DC watt. ##### Floating solar manufacturers, compared Who should I buy floats from? Nine criteria across FloatSolar, Ciel & Terre, AccuSolar and imported OEM floats. ##### FEOC rules and floating solar Can imported floats put my tax credit at risk? What changed in 2026 and what documentation to request. ##### Floating solar glossary What does that term mean? 58 definitions covering anchoring, permitting, tax credits and distribution. FAQ #### Frequently Asked Questions About Floating Solar Everything you need to know about floating photovoltaic systems and permitting from FloatSolar ##### What is floating solar and how does it work? ##### Does floating solar need a federal permit? ##### What permits still apply even on a non-jurisdictional pond? ##### How much does a FloatSolar system cost? ##### What size solar panels can FloatSolar support? ##### How long does it take to install a FloatSolar system? ##### Where can FloatSolar systems be installed? ##### Does FloatSolar offer wholesale pricing for installers? #### Ready to Put Your Pond to Work? Get a free jurisdictional pre-screen and, where your pond qualifies, a floating solar system deployed in as little as 4-8 weeks. Dealer Program Wholesale floating solar racking for distributors, retailers, EPCs and marine dealers. Made-in-USA floating solar structures. We help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit, then deploy floating photovoltaic systems in weeks. Technology - How Floating Solar Works - 710W Panel Technology - Permits & Jurisdiction - Made in USA - Retention Pond Solar - Hurricane Protocol Resources - Racking Cost Per Watt - Manufacturers Compared - FEOC & Domestic Content - Floating Solar Glossary - ROI Calculator - Recommended Components - Videos - Blog - About FloatSolar Contact FloatSolar Winter Garden, FL 34787 United States (571) 741-3749 sales@float.solar - Dealer & Reseller Program - Contact Us © 2026 FloatSolar. All rights reserved. Floating solar racking manufactured in the United States and sold through distributors, EPCs, installers and marine and pond dealers. --- ## How floating solar deployment works URL: https://float.solar/how-it-works - Technology - Components - Pricing - Compare - ROI Calculator - Videos - Blog ### How Floating Solar Installation Works From consultation to commissioning in just 6-8 weeks - 10x faster than traditional floating solar #### Installation Timeline ##### Consultation & Planning Site assessment, energy needs analysis, and system design. Our team evaluates your water body and determines optimal placement for your floating solar array. ##### Kit Selection Choose your Gen3 floating solar kit size (from 10kW to 500kW+) and select recommended components including inverters, cables, and anchoring systems. ##### Shore Permitting Electrical permit for shore connection runs concurrently with kit preparation. For qualifying private, non-jurisdictional water bodies, this is often the primary permit needed. ##### Kit Delivery Your pre-engineered FloatSolar Gen3 kit ships from our facility and arrives at your location, ready for assembly. ##### Installation Assembly and deployment of your floating solar structure. Marine-grade components designed for fast, straightforward installation. ##### Commissioning Final electrical connections, system testing, and grid interconnection. Your floating solar system goes live. #### Why FloatSolar Deploys 10x Faster Than Traditional Floating Solar ##### Often No Federal Wetlands Permit Since Sackett v. EPA (2023), many privately owned, isolated ponds are non-jurisdictional, meaning no Clean Water Act §404 or Rivers and Harbors Act §10 permit applies. Traditional floating solar projects on jurisdictional waters can require 12-18 months of environmental permits. ##### Pre-Engineered Kits Gen3 floating solar kits ship immediately from inventory - no custom design time required like traditional systems. ##### Parallel Processing Shore electrical permits happen concurrently with kit preparation, cutting weeks off the timeline. ##### Simple Marine-Grade Installation Modular design with marine-grade components enables rapid on-water assembly by trained installers. #### Timeline Comparison Traditional Floating Solar Timeline: 18-27 months FloatSolar Timeline: 6-8 weeks That's up to 10x faster deployment for qualifying private ponds #### Detailed Floating Solar Installation Process ##### What Makes FloatSolar Different? Traditional floating photovoltaic (FPV) installations require extensive environmental impact assessments, wetland permits, Army Corps of Engineers approval, and often state-level environmental review. This process typically takes 18-27 months before a single panel can be installed. Following Sackett v. EPA (2023), "waters of the United States" is now limited to relatively permanent standing or flowing waters and wetlands with a continuous surface connection to such waters. As a result, a privately owned, isolated stormwater retention pond, process pond, irrigation pond, or quarry lake is frequently non-jurisdictional and non-navigable - meaning no Clean Water Act §404 permit and no Rivers and Harbors Act §10 permit applies. This is what removes 18-24 months from a traditional floating solar timeline. Whether this applies depends on the specific water body and state, and local building permits, electrical permits, and utility interconnection requirements still apply. FloatSolar offers a free jurisdictional pre-screen: send us your pond's location and we'll tell you, in writing, which permits apply to your site and which don't. ##### Who Installs FloatSolar Systems? FloatSolar systems can be installed by qualified solar contractors with marine experience, or through our network of certified wholesale partners. We provide comprehensive installation training and technical support for every project. #### Frequently Asked Questions ##### How long does floating solar installation take? For qualifying private, non-jurisdictional ponds, the full process from consultation to commissioning typically takes 6-8 weeks, roughly 10x faster than traditional floating solar projects that require federal wetlands permitting. ##### What are the steps in the FloatSolar installation process? The process runs through six phases: consultation and planning, kit selection, shore permitting, kit delivery, on-water installation, and commissioning, with shore electrical permits typically processed in parallel with kit preparation. ##### Do I need a federal wetlands permit for floating solar? It depends on your water body. Since Sackett v. EPA (2023), many privately owned, isolated ponds are non-jurisdictional, meaning no Clean Water Act Section 404 or Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 permit applies. Local building, electrical and utility interconnection requirements still apply, and we offer a free jurisdictional pre-screen to confirm your site's status. ##### Who installs FloatSolar systems? FloatSolar systems can be installed by qualified solar contractors with marine experience or through our network of certified wholesale partners, backed by comprehensive installation training and technical support. Dealer Program Wholesale floating solar racking for distributors, retailers, EPCs and marine dealers. Made-in-USA floating solar structures. We help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit, then deploy floating photovoltaic systems in weeks. Technology - How Floating Solar Works - 710W Panel Technology - Permits & Jurisdiction - Made in USA - Retention Pond Solar - Hurricane Protocol Resources - Racking Cost Per Watt - Manufacturers Compared - FEOC & Domestic Content - Floating Solar Glossary - ROI Calculator - Recommended Components - Videos - Blog - About FloatSolar Contact FloatSolar Winter Garden, FL 34787 United States (571) 741-3749 sales@float.solar - Dealer & Reseller Program - Contact Us © 2026 FloatSolar. All rights reserved. Floating solar racking manufactured in the United States and sold through distributors, EPCs, installers and marine and pond dealers. --- ## Permits and jurisdiction after Sackett v. EPA URL: https://float.solar/permit-free - Technology - Components - Pricing - Compare - ROI Calculator - Videos - Blog ### Most Private Ponds Don't Need a Federal Permit. We'll Tell You If Yours Does — Free. Since Sackett v. EPA (2023), many privately owned ponds fall outside federal jurisdiction entirely. We check your specific site and put the answer in writing before you spend a dollar. #### Free Jurisdictional Pre-Screen Send us your pond's location and we'll tell you, in writing, which permits apply to your site and which don't — before you commit to anything. #### What Sackett v. EPA (2023) Changed For decades, the reach of the Clean Water Act depended on a shifting, often expansive definition of "waters of the United States" (WOTUS). In Sackett v. EPA , 598 U.S. 651 (2023), the Supreme Court significantly narrowed that definition. Under Sackett, WOTUS is now limited to (1) relatively permanent, standing or continuously flowing bodies of water connected to traditional navigable waters, and (2) wetlands that have a continuous surface connection to such a water body, making it difficult to determine where the water ends and the wetland begins. Separately, whether a structure requires authorization under the Rivers and Harbors Act depends on whether the water body is "navigable" — a distinct but related test. A moored floating structure is also not automatically a federal "vessel": in Lozman v. City of Riviera Beach , 568 U.S. 115 (2013), the Supreme Court held that a floating structure not practically capable of being used for transportation is not a "vessel" under federal maritime law — the opinion expressly lists "a swimming platform on pontoons" among the things that are not vessels. No maritime classification exempts a floating array from permitting. #### Why This Matters for Your Pond A privately owned, isolated stormwater retention pond, process pond, irrigation pond or quarry lake is frequently non-jurisdictional (outside WOTUS) and non-navigable . When both are true, no Clean Water Act Section 404 permit and no Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 permit applies to placing a floating structure on it. That absence of federal permitting — not a vessel exemption — is what removes 18-24 months from a traditional floating solar timeline for the ponds where it applies. See our retention pond solar page for what that timeline looks like in practice. #### Important Caveat: This Depends on the Water Body, Not the Product None of the above is a blanket exemption. Whether a given pond is jurisdictional depends on its hydrology, its connection (or lack of one) to other waters, and state-specific rules — it has to be evaluated site by site. It is also state-dependent and currently in flux. As of July 2026, EPA and the Army Corps apply the amended January 2023 rule — which incorporates the Sackett standard — in 24 states plus D.C. and the territories, while the pre-2015 regulatory regime remains in effect in the other 26 states because of ongoing litigation. A further proposed rule has been pending since November 17, 2025. We track this and factor the applicable regime for your state into every pre-screen. #### Permits That Still Apply A non-jurisdictional pond removes federal wetlands and navigability permitting. It does not remove every permit. Depending on your project, expect to still need: - Local building permit for the installed structure. - Local electrical permit for the electrical work. - Utility interconnection agreement and compliance with NEC Article 690 (solar photovoltaic systems). - State submerged-lands or environmental resource permits where the water body is state-owned — in Florida, this means FDEP sovereign submerged lands authorization and an SFWMD Environmental Resource Permit. - USACE Section 408 review if the project touches or affects U.S. Army Corps of Engineers infrastructure. - Storm-securing plan reviewed with your installer — see our hurricane protocol page for how FloatSolar's disconnect design factors into that conversation in hurricane-belt states. - FERC involvement if the site is part of a FERC-licensed hydro project. - NEPA review if there is any federal funding or other federal nexus to the project. #### Domestic Content on Federally Funded Projects If your project involves federal grant or loan funding — common for municipal water, wastewater and irrigation district ponds — Build America, Buy America (BABA) domestic-content requirements can apply on top of the permits above. FloatSolar's racking is manufactured domestically in the United States, which supports that documentation; see our made-in-USA and BABA compliance page for details on what domestic content can and can't cover. #### Frequently Asked Questions ##### Does floating solar need a federal permit? It depends entirely on the water body. If the pond, lake or basin qualifies as a 'water of the United States' (WOTUS), placing a structure on it can trigger a Clean Water Act Section 404 permit and, if the water is also navigable, a Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 permit. Many privately owned ponds do not meet the current WOTUS definition, which means neither permit applies — but that has to be checked for your specific site, not assumed. ##### What did Sackett v. EPA change? In Sackett v. EPA, 598 U.S. 651 (2023), the Supreme Court narrowed the definition of 'waters of the United States' to relatively permanent standing or continuously flowing water bodies connected to traditional navigable waters, plus wetlands with a continuous surface connection to such a water body. That eliminated federal jurisdiction over many isolated, private ponds that had previously been treated as regulated waters under a broader interpretation. ##### Is my retention pond a water of the United States? Privately owned, isolated stormwater retention ponds, process ponds, irrigation ponds and quarry lakes frequently fall outside the post-Sackett WOTUS definition because they lack a continuous surface connection to a relatively permanent, continuously flowing water body. That said, jurisdiction is fact-specific — hydrology, connection to other waters, and state rules all matter. We check this for you in writing before you commit to anything. ##### What permits do I still need? Even on a non-jurisdictional pond you'll typically still need a local building permit, a local electrical permit, a utility interconnection agreement with NEC Article 690 compliance, and — if the water body is state-owned — state submerged-lands or environmental resource permits (in Florida, FDEP sovereign submerged lands authorization and an SFWMD Environmental Resource Permit). If your project touches U.S. Army Corps of Engineers infrastructure you may need a Section 408 review, a licensed hydro project would trigger FERC involvement, and any federal funding or federal nexus can trigger NEPA review. ##### How fast can a non-jurisdictional pond be deployed? When a pond is confirmed non-jurisdictional and non-navigable, there is no CWA Section 404 or Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 permit to obtain, which is what typically removes 18-24 months from a traditional floating solar timeline. Local building, electrical and interconnection approvals still apply, and most projects in that position deploy in roughly 4-8 weeks. ##### Do you determine jurisdiction for me? We run a free jurisdictional pre-screen using your pond's location and available site data and tell you, in writing, which permits we believe apply and which don't before you spend anything. For anything ambiguous, we'll tell you that too, and where appropriate recommend a formal jurisdictional determination from the Army Corps. ##### Is the jurisdictional rule the same in every state? No. As of July 2026, EPA and the Army Corps apply the amended January 2023 WOTUS rule, which incorporates the Sackett standard, in 24 states plus D.C. and the territories, while the pre-2015 regulatory regime remains in effect in the other 26 states as a result of ongoing litigation. A further proposed rule has been pending since November 17, 2025. This is actively in flux, which is exactly why we check each site individually rather than relying on a general rule. ##### Is this legal advice? No. This page is general information about federal jurisdiction over water bodies. Jurisdictional determinations are site-specific and depend on facts we can only evaluate once we have your location and site data. Nothing here should be treated as a legal opinion or a substitute for a formal jurisdictional determination where one is warranted. #### Get Your Free Jurisdictional Pre-Screen Send us your pond's location and we'll tell you, in writing, which permits apply to your site and which don't — before you commit to anything. This page provides general information about federal jurisdiction over water bodies following Sackett v. EPA. It is not legal advice. Jurisdictional determinations are site-specific, depend on facts about your particular water body and state, and should be confirmed for your project before you rely on them. Dealer Program Wholesale floating solar racking for distributors, retailers, EPCs and marine dealers. Made-in-USA floating solar structures. We help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit, then deploy floating photovoltaic systems in weeks. Technology - How Floating Solar Works - 710W Panel Technology - Permits & Jurisdiction - Made in USA - Retention Pond Solar - Hurricane Protocol Resources - Racking Cost Per Watt - Manufacturers Compared - FEOC & Domestic Content - Floating Solar Glossary - ROI Calculator - Recommended Components - Videos - Blog - About FloatSolar Contact FloatSolar Winter Garden, FL 34787 United States (571) 741-3749 sales@float.solar - Dealer & Reseller Program - Contact Us © 2026 FloatSolar. All rights reserved. Floating solar racking manufactured in the United States and sold through distributors, EPCs, installers and marine and pond dealers. --- ## Made in USA and BABA compliance URL: https://float.solar/made-in-usa - Technology - Components - Pricing - Compare - ROI Calculator - Videos - Blog ### An American Floating Solar Mounting System Manufacturer Gen3 floating solar racking, manufactured domestically in the United States and built to support Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements on public infrastructure projects. #### Why a US-Based Floating Solar Mounting System Manufacturer Matters Search for "floating solar mounting system manufacturer" in the United States today and you will find very few companies that can credibly answer the question with a domestic production story. Most floating photovoltaic (FPV) racking sold into the US market is manufactured overseas, shipped in containers, and subject to ocean freight schedules, port congestion, and import tariffs that can add months and unpredictable cost to a project timeline. FloatSolar's Gen3 floating structures are manufactured domestically in the United States. We are not disclosing a specific plant address here, but we can confirm the general production region and provide facility documentation directly to customers and procurement officers during the quoting process. For most residential and commercial buyers, "made in USA" is a preference. For a growing share of our customers, particularly public agencies, it is a procurement requirement with real financial consequences attached. #### What Build America, Buy America (BABA) Actually Requires Build America, Buy America (BABA) was established under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. In broad terms, it requires that iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in federally funded infrastructure projects be produced in the United States, subject to certain exceptions and waivers issued on a project-by-project or category basis by the relevant federal agency. BABA does not apply to every solar project — it applies specifically to infrastructure projects that receive federal financial assistance, which includes many municipal water, wastewater, and irrigation district projects funded through federal grant or loan programs. For projects that fall under BABA, domestic content compliance is not optional unless a waiver has been granted. ##### BABA Shows Up in Real Floating Solar RFPs This is not a theoretical concern. The North Unit Irrigation District's floating photovoltaic RFP explicitly names Build America, Buy America compliance as a requirement for bidders on that federally supported project. As more irrigation districts, water utilities, and municipalities pursue floating solar with federal grant or infrastructure funding, we expect BABA language to appear in RFPs more frequently, and in some cases to be a scored criterion that separates compliant bids from non-compliant ones. A floating solar mounting system manufacturer that cannot document domestic content is effectively disqualified from these opportunities before pricing is even compared. #### Domestic Content and Federal Tax Incentives ##### Section 45X Production Credit The Section 45X advanced manufacturing production credit provides a per-unit credit to manufacturers of eligible domestically produced clean energy components. Domestic racking and structural components manufactured in the US can support a project's broader domestic content story, though 45X eligibility is determined at the manufacturer level and specific credit amounts depend on the components involved. ##### ITC Domestic Content Bonus Projects that meet applicable domestic manufacturing thresholds may qualify for an additional bonus adder on top of the base investment tax credit (ITC). Whether a specific floating solar project clears the required domestic cost percentage depends on the full bill of materials — racking, anchoring, electrical balance-of-system, and modules — not on racking alone. Domestic content percentages, BABA waiver applicability, and tax credit eligibility are project-specific and should be confirmed with your project's tax and legal advisors. FloatSolar provides manufacturing and bill-of-materials documentation per order to support that review. #### Lead Time and Freight Advantages of Domestic Manufacturing ##### Weeks, Not Months Domestically manufactured structures generally ship in a matter of weeks. Overseas container shipments are subject to ocean transit time, port scheduling, and customs clearance that regularly add months to a project timeline. ##### No Port or Tariff Exposure Domestic production avoids port congestion, customs delays, and the tariff exposure that has repeatedly disrupted imported solar hardware pricing and availability in recent years. ##### Easier Warranty and Parts Support Replacement parts and warranty claims can be fulfilled from domestic inventory rather than waiting on another overseas container shipment for a handful of components. ##### No Container-Load Minimums Overseas manufacturers frequently require minimum order quantities tied to full container loads. Domestic manufacturing supports smaller and mid-size municipal, irrigation, and commercial orders without that constraint. #### Who Domestic Manufacturing Matters To - Municipal water and wastewater utilities evaluating floating solar over treatment ponds and reservoirs - Irrigation districts pursuing floating PV over canals and storage reservoirs, often with federal grant funding attached - Any project receiving federal financial assistance where Build America, Buy America requirements apply - EPCs and general contractors bidding public infrastructure work who need documented domestic content to remain competitive on scored RFPs #### Built for Modern High-Output Modules Gen3 floating structures are engineered to support a wide range of module formats, including 560W–710W panels, so procurement teams standardizing on domestic racking are not locked out of current-generation module technology. #### Need BABA Documentation for an RFP? We provide domestic content and manufacturing documentation per order to support procurement review, RFP scoring criteria, and tax credit due diligence. #### Frequently Asked Questions ##### Is FloatSolar's floating solar racking made in the USA? Yes. FloatSolar's Gen3 floating solar structures are manufactured domestically in the United States rather than imported in shipping containers from overseas factories. Exact production facilities and regional details are shared with customers during quoting. ##### What is Build America, Buy America (BABA)? Build America, Buy America is a set of domestic-content requirements established under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. It generally requires that iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in federally funded infrastructure projects be produced in the United States, unless a waiver applies. ##### Does BABA compliance actually matter in floating solar RFPs? Yes, for projects receiving federal funding. Municipal floating solar procurements increasingly score or require domestic content compliance. For example, the North Unit Irrigation District floating PV RFP names Build America, Buy America compliance as a requirement for bidders on that federally supported project. ##### How does domestic content affect the 45X and ITC domestic content bonus? The Section 45X advanced manufacturing production credit rewards domestic manufacturing of eligible components, and the investment tax credit (ITC) offers a domestic content bonus adder for projects that meet applicable domestic manufacturing thresholds. Whether a specific project qualifies, and to what extent, depends on the full bill of materials and must be evaluated by the project's tax and legal advisors. ##### What are the practical advantages of domestic manufacturing versus overseas import? Domestically manufactured racking generally ships in weeks rather than months, avoids port congestion, customs delays, and tariff exposure, and makes warranty claims and replacement parts easier to fulfill without ordering another full container. It also removes minimum order quantities tied to container loads, which matters for smaller municipal and irrigation district projects. ##### Who typically needs BABA-compliant floating solar racking? Municipal water and wastewater utilities, irrigation districts, other public agencies with federally funded infrastructure projects, and EPCs bidding on public work where domestic content is a scored or required criterion. ##### Can FloatSolar provide documentation for a BABA compliance review? Yes. Domestic content percentages, applicable waivers, and manufacturing documentation are project-specific and are provided per order to support your procurement or compliance review. Dealer Program Wholesale floating solar racking for distributors, retailers, EPCs and marine dealers. Made-in-USA floating solar structures. We help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit, then deploy floating photovoltaic systems in weeks. Technology - How Floating Solar Works - 710W Panel Technology - Permits & Jurisdiction - Made in USA - Retention Pond Solar - Hurricane Protocol Resources - Racking Cost Per Watt - Manufacturers Compared - FEOC & Domestic Content - Floating Solar Glossary - ROI Calculator - Recommended Components - Videos - Blog - About FloatSolar Contact FloatSolar Winter Garden, FL 34787 United States (571) 741-3749 sales@float.solar - Dealer & Reseller Program - Contact Us © 2026 FloatSolar. All rights reserved. Floating solar racking manufactured in the United States and sold through distributors, EPCs, installers and marine and pond dealers. --- ## Floating solar for retention and detention ponds URL: https://float.solar/retention-pond-solar - Technology - Components - Pricing - Compare - ROI Calculator - Videos - Blog ### Floating Solar for Retention Ponds & Detention Basins Turn unused pond surface into generation capacity — with realistic sizing, engineering, and permitting expectations. #### Pond Types Suited to Floating Solar Floating solar is not limited to large utility reservoirs. Many of the best candidates are small, engineered water bodies that already exist on commercial, municipal, and residential-community properties and currently produce no economic value beyond stormwater or process function. ##### Stormwater Retention & Detention Basins The most common candidate — engineered basins built to manage runoff, often sized for solar coverage without competing land uses. ##### HOA & Multi-Family Ponds Community and amenity ponds that are otherwise unused surface area, subject to HOA and local approval. ##### Golf Course Ponds Water hazards and irrigation storage ponds distributed across a course, frequently paired with course-wide energy use. ##### Industrial Process Ponds Cooling ponds and process water storage at industrial and manufacturing sites. ##### Wastewater Lagoons Treatment lagoons at municipal and private wastewater facilities, often with adjacent electrical loads for aeration or pumping. ##### Irrigation Reservoirs On-farm and district-owned storage reservoirs used for agricultural irrigation. ##### Quarry Lakes Flooded former quarry sites repurposed as water storage or amenity lakes with large, uninterrupted surface area. #### Typical Sizing Per Acre of Pond Surface As a general planning range, floating arrays deliver roughly 150–250 kW of nameplate capacity per acre of surface area actually covered, based on typical coverage ratios of about 30–50% of total pond area. A one-acre pond might therefore support a system somewhere in the tens to low hundreds of kilowatts, depending on layout and module choice. Coverage percentage — not raw surface area — is usually the limiting factor. Anchoring geometry, access lanes for maintenance and inspection, required setbacks from inlet and outlet structures, and local permitting or stormwater-function requirements typically constrain how much of a pond can be covered well before the physical surface area runs out. Gen3 floating structures are engineered to support 560W–710W modules, which helps maximize output within whatever coverage area a given site allows. #### Evaporation and Algae Co-Benefits ##### Reduced Evaporation Shading the pond surface typically reduces evaporative water loss from the area under the array. The magnitude of the effect varies with climate, wind exposure, and coverage ratio, so any specific figure should be treated as a typical or reported range rather than a guaranteed outcome for a given site. ##### Algae Suppression Reduced light penetration under the array can help limit light-driven algal growth, which is commonly reported as a secondary benefit on nutrient-rich retention basins. This is a typical reported effect, not an engineered water-treatment guarantee — outcomes depend on nutrient loading, depth, and circulation. #### Anchoring and Freeboard for Fluctuating Water Levels Retention and detention basins are designed to fluctuate with storm events, sometimes significantly. Anchoring design has to account for that movement rather than assume a static waterline. - Bank anchoring vs. bottom anchoring: Smaller basins often anchor to the bank or embankment; larger or deeper basins may use bottom anchors instead. - Slack tethers for stage fluctuation: Anchor lines are typically sized with slack so the array can rise and fall with the water surface rather than becoming taut or over-stressed at low or high stage. - Freeboard and bounce during design storms: The array's position and tether length account for expected freeboard during a design storm event, so the structure isn't driven into contact with the bank or overtopped. - Clearance from outlet structure and spillway: Layout keeps the array clear of the primary outlet structure and emergency spillway at all anticipated water levels, so the array cannot obstruct basin function during a flood event. - Winter ice considerations: In freeze-prone climates, ice formation and ice-sheet movement are factored into anchor and structural design. For ponds in hurricane-prone regions, anchoring design also connects to storm preparedness. See our hurricane protocol page for how FloatSolar's quick-disconnect shore connection and independently anchored platforms are designed to be secured ahead of a storm. #### Permitting: Where Private Ponds Often Stand Apart Private retention ponds and detention basins are precisely the type of water body most likely to fall outside federal Clean Water Act jurisdiction following the Supreme Court's 2023 decision in Sackett v. EPA , which narrowed the definition of "waters of the United States." Many of these ponds are engineered, isolated basins with no continuous surface connection to a jurisdictional water — meaning a Clean Water Act Section 404 permit or Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 permit typically does not apply. That determination is always site-specific, and local building and electrical permits, along with utility interconnection approval, still apply regardless of federal jurisdictional status. Before committing engineering time to a pond project, it's worth confirming its jurisdictional status. Our free jurisdictional pre-screen is built for exactly this question. #### Next Steps ##### Check Jurisdictional Status Start with our free jurisdictional pre-screen to understand what, if any, federal permitting applies to your pond. ##### Estimate Your Return Model system size, energy production, and payback for your specific pond footprint. #### Have a Retention Pond in Mind? Tell us about your pond's size, water level fluctuation, and location, and we'll help you figure out whether floating solar is a fit. #### Frequently Asked Questions ##### How much solar can fit on a retention pond per acre? As a general planning range, floating solar arrays typically deliver roughly 150–250 kW of nameplate capacity per acre of covered water surface, based on common coverage ratios of about 30–50% of total pond area. Actual capacity depends on module wattage, layout, and how much of the pond can realistically be covered. ##### Why isn't the whole pond surface covered? Coverage is usually limited by anchoring geometry, maintenance and inspection access, required setbacks from the outlet structure and emergency spillway, and local permitting or stormwater design requirements — not by a lack of available surface area. ##### Does floating solar reduce evaporation from a pond? Shading from a floating array typically reduces evaporative water loss from the covered surface. Reported reduction figures vary by climate, coverage ratio, and pond geometry, so any specific percentage should be treated as a typical range rather than a guarantee for a given site. ##### Can floating solar help with algae in a retention pond? Shading can help suppress light-driven algal growth under the array, which is often cited as a secondary benefit of floating solar on nutrient-rich basins. Results vary by nutrient loading, water depth, and circulation, so this should be treated as a typical, reported benefit rather than an engineered water-treatment outcome. ##### How is a floating array anchored in a pond with fluctuating water levels? Detention and retention basins are designed to fluctuate with storm events, so anchoring typically uses either bank-based anchor points or bottom anchors with slack tethers that allow the array to rise and fall with the water surface. Design also accounts for freeboard and bounce during design-storm events, and keeps the array clear of the outlet structure and emergency spillway at all water levels. ##### Do winter conditions affect a floating array on a retention pond? In colder climates, ice formation and ice movement need to be considered in anchoring and structural design. Site-specific ice loading is part of the engineering review for any pond in a freeze-prone region. ##### Does a private retention pond need a federal wetlands or waterways permit for floating solar? Many private retention and detention ponds are engineered, isolated basins that are not connected to a jurisdictional "water of the United States," particularly after the Supreme Court's 2023 decision in Sackett v. EPA narrowed federal Clean Water Act jurisdiction. That means a Clean Water Act Section 404 permit or Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 permit typically does not apply to these ponds — though this determination is site-specific. Local building and electrical permits, and utility interconnection approval, still apply regardless of federal jurisdictional status. ##### How do I find out if my pond is federally jurisdictional? We offer a free jurisdictional pre-screen to help identify whether a given water body is likely to fall under federal Clean Water Act jurisdiction before you invest in engineering or permitting work. Dealer Program Wholesale floating solar racking for distributors, retailers, EPCs and marine dealers. Made-in-USA floating solar structures. We help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit, then deploy floating photovoltaic systems in weeks. 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Floating solar racking manufactured in the United States and sold through distributors, EPCs, installers and marine and pond dealers. --- ## Storm protocol for floating solar arrays URL: https://float.solar/hurricane-protocol - Technology - Components - Pricing - Compare - ROI Calculator - Videos - Blog ### A Floating Solar Array You Can Disconnect and Secure Before the Storm FloatSolar platforms are designed around a quick-disconnect shore connection and independent anchoring, so a storm-securing sequence can be reviewed and rehearsed with your installer well before hurricane season. #### Why a Fixed, Monolithic Array Is a Storm Liability Many floating solar installations are built and wired as a single continuous structure spanning the entire pond or lake surface. That approach can simplify construction, but it also means there is no practical way to isolate part of the array from the electrical system, and no way to address one section of the structure without affecting the rest. When a named storm is approaching, a facility owner with a fixed, monolithic array is left with few options beyond hoping the anchoring and wiring hold. FloatSolar takes a different approach at the design level. Platforms are kept under 60 feet and anchored independently of one another, so an array covering a pond is actually a set of discrete, separately anchored units rather than one continuous raft. That segmentation is a structural design choice, reviewed per site with your engineer of record, and it is also what makes a section-by-section securing sequence realistic in the first place. #### A Quick-Disconnect Shore Connection, by Design The electrical link between a FloatSolar platform and the shore-side equipment is designed to be broken deliberately, in the field, using wet-location rated twist-lock disconnects at the shore connection point — including Hubbell 20A and 30A, 30Y 120/208V devices. These are the same class of connector used elsewhere in wet-location electrical work, chosen here specifically because they can be mated and de-mated by hand without special tools. Consistent with standard PV labeling practice, disconnect points and associated conductors are labeled "WARNING: PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE" and "CAUTION SOLAR CIRCUIT," so anyone working at the shore connection — whether that's your maintenance crew, an electrician, or first responders — can immediately identify an energized PV circuit before touching it. The exact disconnect hardware, conductor sizing, and labeling scheme are confirmed per project with your electrical contractor and reviewed against the site's specific interconnection design; nothing here substitutes for that site-specific electrical design work. #### The Securing Sequence, at a High Level A pre-storm securing sequence is designed to be straightforward enough that facility staff can execute it with advance notice of an approaching storm, working with your installer's site-specific plan: - Isolate each platform's shore connection at the wet-location twist-lock disconnect, de-energizing that section of the array. - Confirm anchoring hardware and tether condition for each independently anchored platform, per the site's anchoring plan. - Where the site design calls for it, reposition or add slack to platforms to account for expected surge and wave action, reviewed with your installer for the specific water body. - Document the pre-storm state of each platform and disconnect point for post-storm inspection. This is a description of design intent, not a promise of a specific completion time or a specific storm outcome. The actual sequence, crew size, and timing for your site should be developed with your installer and documented before hurricane season. #### Multiple Independent Platforms, Not One Monolithic Raft ##### Under 60 Feet, Independently Anchored Each platform is kept under 60 feet and anchored on its own, rather than relying on a single anchoring system for an entire array spanning a whole pond. That approach is also relevant to how the array's anchoring is reviewed on a pond such as those discussed on our retention pond solar page, where water level fluctuation is already part of the anchoring design conversation. ##### Segmented Risk, Not Eliminated Risk Building an array as multiple independent units means a problem with one platform's anchoring or connection does not necessarily propagate to the rest of the array. It does not mean any platform is immune to storm conditions — every claim about performance in a storm should be reviewed against the specific site, water body, and anchoring design. #### Where the Engineering Documentation Stands Structural and anchoring documentation to support hurricane-belt siting is currently in development with a licensed Florida professional engineer. We are not publishing a completed, project-specific PE-stamped engineering package on this page, and we do not make any wind-rating or storm-survivability claim for the platform. What we can say is that the disconnect hardware, labeling approach, and platform segmentation described above reflect current design intent, and that we expect to make more formal engineering documentation available as it is completed. In the meantime, any site-specific storm design question should be reviewed with your installer and, where structural sign-off is required, with a licensed engineer for your jurisdiction. #### Why This Matters to Owners and to Insurability Conversations For owners of ponds, lakes, and reservoirs in Florida and other hurricane-belt states, the question of what happens to a floating array before, during, and after a storm is a legitimate part of project due diligence — alongside the anchoring and structural questions covered on our retention pond page and the manufacturing questions covered on our made-in-USA page . Being able to describe a specific, reviewable disconnect and securing plan — rather than simply asserting the array will be fine — is the kind of documentation many owners want to have on hand when they talk to their insurance agent or risk manager. We are not able to tell you what your insurer will do with that information, and we do not claim any premium or coverage outcome. What we can offer is a design built around isolation and segmentation, and documentation of that design that you can bring into your own insurance and risk conversations. #### Planning a Hurricane-Belt Installation? Tell us about your site and we'll walk through the disconnect design, anchoring approach, and what documentation is available today versus what's still in development. #### Frequently Asked Questions ##### Can a floating solar array be disconnected before a hurricane? FloatSolar platforms are designed to be electrically isolated from shore power using wet-location twist-lock disconnects at the shore connection point, so the array can be de-energized as part of a pre-storm securing sequence reviewed with your installer for the specific site. ##### What connectors does FloatSolar use for the shore disconnect? The shore connection is designed around wet-location rated twist-lock disconnects, including Hubbell 20A and 30A, 30Y 120/208V devices, labeled "WARNING: PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE" and "CAUTION SOLAR CIRCUIT" per standard PV labeling practice. Exact device selection is confirmed per project with your electrical contractor. ##### Does FloatSolar guarantee a specific wind rating? No. We do not publish a wind rating for the platform, and any wind or storm-load claim should be treated with caution industry-wide. Structural and anchoring performance depends on site-specific engineering, water body geometry, and anchoring design reviewed for your location. ##### Will a disconnectable array lower my insurance premium? We do not make insurance claims or promise a discount. A documented, site-specific electrical isolation and securing plan may be a useful piece of information to share with your insurer or agent, but any outcome is between you and your insurance carrier. ##### Does this remove the need for permits? No. A quick-disconnect design is an electrical and structural feature, not a permitting exemption. Local building and electrical permits and utility interconnection approval still apply regardless of how the array is secured. See our permitting overview for what applies to a given site. ##### Is a FloatSolar array one giant structure or several platforms? FloatSolar arrays are built from multiple platforms, each kept under 60 feet and anchored independently, rather than as a single monolithic structure spanning the entire water surface. That segmentation is part of why each platform can be addressed and secured individually ahead of a storm. ##### Is the hurricane securing procedure engineered and stamped by a PE? Structural and anchoring documentation for storm securing is in development with a licensed Florida professional engineer. A completed, project-specific PE-stamped package is not yet available for every configuration; ask your installer what documentation applies to your site and project stage. Dealer Program Wholesale floating solar racking for distributors, retailers, EPCs and marine dealers. Made-in-USA floating solar structures. We help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit, then deploy floating photovoltaic systems in weeks. Technology - How Floating Solar Works - 710W Panel Technology - Permits & Jurisdiction - Made in USA - Retention Pond Solar - Hurricane Protocol Resources - Racking Cost Per Watt - Manufacturers Compared - FEOC & Domestic Content - Floating Solar Glossary - ROI Calculator - Recommended Components - Videos - Blog - About FloatSolar Contact FloatSolar Winter Garden, FL 34787 United States (571) 741-3749 sales@float.solar - Dealer & Reseller Program - Contact Us © 2026 FloatSolar. All rights reserved. Floating solar racking manufactured in the United States and sold through distributors, EPCs, installers and marine and pond dealers. --- ## Dealer and reseller program URL: https://float.solar/dealers - Technology - Components - Pricing - Compare - ROI Calculator - Videos - Blog Dealer & Reseller Program ### Sell Floating Solar Without Competing With Your Supplier FloatSolar is channel-neutral by design. We manufacture floating solar racking in Winter Garden, Florida and ship it to you. We do not perform EPC work, we do not install, and we do not bid projects. Every job our floats land on is your job. We do not install No EPC crews, no self-performed work. We do not bid projects We never respond to an RFP you are chasing. We do not quote your customer Inbound project leads are referred to you. #### A manufacturer, not a competitor Most floating solar suppliers in North America also develop, engineer or install projects. That means the company selling you hardware can appear on the other side of your next bid. FloatSolar makes one thing: the float and the racking that sits on it. Everything downstream of the pallet is yours — the sale, the design fee, the install labor and the service contract. ##### No project bidding We do not respond to EPC RFPs or quote installed systems. Inbound project leads in your territory get referred to you. ##### Manufacturer margin You buy the structure kit direct from the factory floor. There is no distributor layer between you and the tooling. ##### Documentation on demand Datasheets, domestic-content statements and structural details — including our hurricane protocol documentation for hurricane-belt bids — are available under your cover page for public-sector bids. #### Who sells FloatSolar ##### Distributors & online retailers Solar and electrical distributors and e-commerce solar retailers adding a floating category alongside ground and roof racking. Kits ship as palletized SKUs with fixed dimensions and weights, so they slot into an existing catalogue and freight model without special handling. ##### EPCs & installers Commercial solar EPCs and electrical contractors that already win pond-adjacent work — HOAs, multi-family, wastewater authorities, agriculture and industrial process water — and want a domestic float supply they can price with confidence at bid time. ##### Marine, dock & pond dealers Dock builders, aquatic management firms and pond service companies with existing water-access equipment and customer relationships. Anchoring and on-water assembly are familiar work; the electrical scope is subbed to a licensed partner. #### Dropship or stock — your call ##### Dropship You take the order, we ship the kit straight to the job site or your customer's yard. No warehouse, no inventory carry, no forklift. Packing lists and shipping notifications carry your order reference. Best for dealers testing the category or selling a few systems a quarter. - • Per-kit freight, quoted at order - • Build-and-ship window confirmed at order - • Zero inventory risk ##### Stocking You take truckload or partial-truckload freight into your own warehouse and sell from the shelf. Freight per kit drops substantially and your customers get same-week availability, which is what wins competitive retrofit work. - • Consolidated freight, lowest landed cost per kit - • Immediate availability for your customers - • Qualifies for the highest volume tiers Pricing #### MSRP and dealer volume tiers Prices below are structure-kit MSRP. Modules, inverters and wiring are sold separately and sourced by you. Dealer net pricing is quoted with freight at order once your application is approved. - Kit - Capacity - Configuration - Modules - Footprint - MSRP - Gen3 FloatSolar Kit — 5kW (Single-Phase, 560W Panels) - 5 kW - Single-Phase - 9 × 560 W - 320 sq ft - $ 2,552 - Gen3 FloatSolar Kit — 10kW (Single-Phase, 560W Panels) - 10 kW - Single-Phase - 18 × 560 W - 640 sq ft - $ 3,633 - Gen3 FloatSolar Kit — 20kW (Single-Phase, 560W Panels) - 20 kW - Single-Phase - 36 × 560 W - 1,280 sq ft - $ 5,680 - Gen3 FloatSolar Kit — 5kW (Three-Phase, 640W Panels) - 5 kW - Three-Phase - 8 × 640 W - 300 sq ft - $ 2,552 - Gen3 FloatSolar Kit — 10kW (Three-Phase, 640W Panels) - 10 kW - Three-Phase - 16 × 640 W - 600 sq ft - $ 3,633 - Gen3 FloatSolar Kit — 20kW (Three-Phase, 640W Panels) - 20 kW - Three-Phase - 32 × 640 W - 1,200 sq ft - $ 4,796 MSRP is for the structure kit only · dealer net quoted on application. 2–4 kits / year Entry dealer 5–9 kits / year Regional reseller 10–24 kits / year Volume dealer 25+ kits / year Stocking distributor Dealer net pricing for each tier is released with your approved application. FloatSolar maintains a minimum advertised price policy so approved dealers are not undercut on published pricing. #### Domestic racking your public-sector customers can bid Floats and racking are manufactured in Winter Garden, Florida. For municipal, water district and federally assisted projects, domestic manufacturing supports Build America Buy America documentation and helps your customer pursue domestic-content bonus credits. We provide the paperwork; you put it in the bid package. #### Built for the hurricane belt The Gen3 structure is engineered in Florida, where design wind speeds are among the highest in the country. Marine-grade HDPE floats, anodized aluminum rails and stainless hardware resist UV and salt spray; the low-profile array geometry reduces wind uplift; and the mooring approach uses a perimeter anchor system sized to site fetch, water depth and design wind speed. Structural and anchoring documentation is in development with a Florida PE; current site-specific requirements are reviewed case by case with our engineering partner. - • Marine-grade HDPE floats with UV stabilization - • Anodized aluminum rails, stainless fasteners - • Supports 560W-710W modules - • Anchoring sized per site wind and fetch #### Dealer application Tell us about your business and territory. A channel manager responds within 1-2 business days with the dealer price list and freight terms. Prefer email? Write to sales@float.solar . #### Dealer program FAQ ##### Does FloatSolar compete with its dealers? No. FloatSolar is a manufacturer. We build floating solar racking in Winter Garden, Florida and sell it wholesale to distributors, online retailers and EPCs. We do not perform EPC work, we do not install, and we do not bid projects, so we are never across the table from the companies that resell our floats. ##### What are FloatSolar dealer volume tiers? The dealer program has four tiers set by annual committed volume: entry dealer at 2-4 kits per year, regional reseller at 5-9 kits, volume dealer at 10-24 kits, and stocking distributor at 25 or more kits per year. Entry and regional tiers typically use dropship fulfillment, while volume and stocking tiers take consolidated freight into their own warehouse. Dealer net pricing for each tier is released with your approved application. ##### Can FloatSolar dropship directly to my customer? Yes. Dealers can choose dropship fulfillment, where FloatSolar ships the kit directly to the end customer's job site under the dealer's order, or stocking fulfillment, where the dealer takes freight in bulk to a warehouse and sells from inventory with shorter lead times and better freight economics. ##### Is FloatSolar racking Build America Buy America compliant? FloatSolar floats and racking are manufactured domestically in Winter Garden, Florida, which supports Build America Buy America documentation on federally funded municipal and water district projects. Dealers can request BABA and domestic-content documentation for a specific bid. ##### Who qualifies for the FloatSolar dealer program? Solar and electrical distributors, online solar retailers, EPCs and installers, and marine, dock and pond service contractors. Applicants need an active business with a resale certificate and a realistic annual volume commitment. Territory scope is discussed case by case. Dealer Program Wholesale floating solar racking for distributors, retailers, EPCs and marine dealers. Made-in-USA floating solar structures. We help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit, then deploy floating photovoltaic systems in weeks. Technology - How Floating Solar Works - 710W Panel Technology - Permits & Jurisdiction - Made in USA - Retention Pond Solar - Hurricane Protocol Resources - Racking Cost Per Watt - Manufacturers Compared - FEOC & Domestic Content - Floating Solar Glossary - ROI Calculator - Recommended Components - Videos - Blog - About FloatSolar Contact FloatSolar Winter Garden, FL 34787 United States (571) 741-3749 sales@float.solar - Dealer & Reseller Program - Contact Us © 2026 FloatSolar. All rights reserved. Floating solar racking manufactured in the United States and sold through distributors, EPCs, installers and marine and pond dealers. --- ## Recommended balance-of-system components URL: https://float.solar/components - Technology - Components - Pricing - Compare - ROI Calculator - Videos - Blog ### Recommended Components Optimal panels and inverters for your FloatSolar system #### About FloatSolar-Compatible Components FloatSolar manufactures the floating structure kit — the buoyant racking that holds panels above water and anchors the array in place. It does not manufacture the solar panels or inverters themselves. The components listed below are third-party panels and inverters that are dimensionally and electrically compatible with FloatSolar's Gen3 racking, chosen because their physical size, voltage, and power output line up with our rail spacing and extension hardware. How to choose a panel: match panel dimensions to the structure kit's rail spacing (so the frame clamps correctly), check the panel's Vmp against your inverter's MPPT voltage window, and consider bifacial designs for water-reflection gains on floating installations. How to choose an inverter: match continuous/peak VA output and MPPT voltage range to your chosen panel, confirm whether your electrical service is single-phase (240V) or three-phase (208Y), and check the resulting DC:AC ratio to keep clipping losses low. Wiring, connectors, and anchoring are site-specific and sized to your array layout and pond conditions; they are not itemized on this page. Contact FloatSolar or your dealer for a full bill of materials for your project. #### For Single-Phase 560W Kits These 560W panel and microinverter choices are sized for FloatSolar's Gen3 structure kit and typical 240V residential or small-commercial electrical service. ##### JA Solar JAM72S30-560 - • 560W output, 144 half-cells - • 2278×1134×30mm - perfect fit for Gen3 rail spacing - • Vmp: 41.95V (optimal for IQ8HC microinverter) - • High efficiency, proven reliability ##### Enphase IQ8HC-72-M-US - • 384VA continuous, 400VA peak output - • MPPT range: 29.5-45V (perfect for 560W panels) - • DC:AC ratio 1.46 (acceptable clipping) - • 25-year warranty included Complete Single-Phase Pairing: $500-575 per panel + inverter #### For Three-Phase 640W Kits These 640W bifacial panel and three-phase microinverter choices are sized for FloatSolar's 640mm structure extension and typical 208Y commercial or industrial electrical service. ##### Trina Vertex 640W - • 640W output, 132 cells - • 2384×1303×35mm - matches FloatSolar 640mm extension - • Bifacial design (10-20% water reflection gain) - • Vmp: 37.7V (ideal for IQ8P-3P) ##### Enphase IQ8P-3P-72-E-US - • 475VA per phase output - • MPPT range: 35.5-53V (optimal for 640W) - • Three-phase 208Y commercial rated - • DC:AC ratio 1.35 (minimal clipping) Complete Three-Phase Pairing: $625-720 per panel + inverter #### Structure Kit and Anchoring ##### FloatSolar Gen3 Structure Kit The floating structure kit is manufactured by FloatSolar in Winter Garden, FL. It is the buoyant racking frame that supports panels above the water surface — it does not include panels, inverters, wiring, or anchoring hardware, which are selected separately based on your chosen panel/inverter pairing and site conditions. Choosing anchoring: anchor type and quantity depend on pond depth, bottom composition, and local wind/wave exposure, and are specified per project rather than sold as a fixed SKU on this page. #### Quick Pairing Guide ##### Single-Phase Systems Best for: Residential, small commercial, 240V service JA Solar 560W + Enphase IQ8HC - ✓ Perfect voltage matching - ✓ Proven reliability - ✓ Easy installation ##### Three-Phase Systems Best for: Commercial, industrial, 208Y service Trina 640W + Enphase IQ8P-3P - ✓ Higher power density - ✓ Bifacial gain potential - ✓ Commercial-grade #### Components FAQ ##### Does FloatSolar sell panels and inverters directly? FloatSolar manufactures the floating structure kit. The panels and inverters below are third-party components we recommend for compatibility with our racking; they are typically sourced from your preferred distributor, not sold directly by FloatSolar. ##### How do I choose between the single-phase and three-phase kits? Single-phase 560W kits pair with 240V residential or small commercial electrical service. Three-phase 640W kits are designed for 208Y commercial or industrial service where higher power density and bifacial gain are useful. ##### Why does panel dimension and voltage matter for a floating racking kit? The FloatSolar structure kit's rail spacing and extension lengths are engineered around specific panel dimensions, and the inverter's MPPT voltage window must match the panel's Vmp for efficient energy harvest, so panel and inverter choice directly affects fit and performance. Prices vary by supplier and market conditions. Contact us for current quotes and availability. Reselling FloatSolar structure kits? Dealer pricing → Dealer Program Wholesale floating solar racking for distributors, retailers, EPCs and marine dealers. Made-in-USA floating solar structures. We help you find out fast whether your pond needs a federal permit, then deploy floating photovoltaic systems in weeks. Technology - How Floating Solar Works - 710W Panel Technology - Permits & Jurisdiction - Made in USA - Retention Pond Solar - Hurricane Protocol Resources - Racking Cost Per Watt - Manufacturers Compared - FEOC & Domestic Content - Floating Solar Glossary - ROI Calculator - Recommended Components - Videos - Blog - About FloatSolar Contact FloatSolar Winter Garden, FL 34787 United States (571) 741-3749 sales@float.solar - Dealer & Reseller Program - Contact Us © 2026 FloatSolar. All rights reserved. Floating solar racking manufactured in the United States and sold through distributors, EPCs, installers and marine and pond dealers.