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Telescoping Trailer Mounted Portable Solar Light Tower

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Concept render of the Pannexx trailer-mounted solar light tower with telescoping mast

An Inside Glimpse Into the Development of Pannexx's Portable Solar Trailer

3D CAD Rendering

Background & Design Requirements

Pannexx chose Design 1st to integrate existing solar technology onto a commercial-grade trailer to create a mobile solar-powered light tower for municipalities to use in construction and road maintenance events.

  • Use existing off-the-shelf (OTS) trailers that meet highway safety regulations.
  • Create a virtual 3D model for simulation testing before building bench model prototypes.
  • Develop user-friendly design for setup and travel.
Prototype Frame Assembly Fine Tuning

Design and Engineering Challenges

Implementing Design 1st’s proven process, the team was able to overcome several obstacles to:

  • Optimize design for light coverage and battery usage.
  • Run multiple virtual simulations to understand weight distribution, assembly process, and air flow during travel
  • Build a fully-functional machined prototype for testing.
  • Meet highway safety regulations for trailers
First Unit Production according to Specs and CAD Design

Product Results

Through creativity and technical understanding, the Design 1st team developed a production-ready device:

  • Won multiple large government contracts for portable solar power generation units.
  • Achieved rapid turnaround from concept to production in under nine months.
  • Design 1st continues to support Pannex with ongoing manufacturing of solar trailer products.
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