As solar energy projects continue to scale up worldwide, efficiency, precision, and cost control have become increasingly critical. At Trinabot, we are proud to see our cutting-edge installation robots gaining international recognition for transforming the way large photovoltaic (PV) projects are deployed.
Recently, industry-leading media platform PV Magazine featured Trinabot in a special report, highlighting how our robotic solutions are reshaping the future of solar installation. The article underscored that large PV projects often face challenges such as labor shortages, installation errors, and escalating costs. Trinabot’s robots directly address these issues by automating the installation process, increasing speed, ensuring consistent quality, and significantly reducing project timelines.
Innovative Robotic Solutions for PV Projects
Trinabot is proud to unveil Buildex, a cutting-edge line of solar panel installation robots purpose-built for large-scale PV projects. Engineered to tackle diverse terrains and conditions, Buildex combines built-in forklifts, robotic arms, and advanced automation software to carry, pick, and place modules with remarkable precision and efficiency
Highlights of Buildex Robotics:
● High-speed installation: Capable of positioning up to 60 modules per hour, significantly speeding up deployment
● Two tailored models:
· Buildex S — A hybrid-powered variant designed for fixed-tilt systems, weighing around 9.5 tons.
· Buildex E — Fully electric and compatible with trackers, at approximately 9 tons
● Long operation time:
· Buildex S: up to 40 operational hours.
· Buildex E: up to 10 operational hours
● Versatile installation support: Height-adjustable for both 1P and 2P layouts, with tilt positioning ranging from 27° to 45°
● All-terrain capacity: Designed to navigate sand, grass, snow, slopes, and hills—managing inclines up to 20° with a top speed of around 5.5 km/h. Operational temperature range spans −20 °C to 50 °C
● Precision and safety: Equipped with machine vision, multiple image sensors, and automation software for exact navigation. Real-time obstacle detection works with ±10 cm accuracy, while adaptive gripping preserves panel integrity
● Global reach: Trinabot is actively expanding into markets across the Middle East, Europe, and Australia, supplying both the Buildex robots and broader solar infrastructure solutions.
For developers and EPC contractors, the benefits are clear:
● Higher Efficiency: Robots can install modules continuously, without fatigue, ensuring steady project progress.
● Improved Accuracy: Automated positioning reduces errors and enhances system reliability.
● Cost Savings: Shorter construction schedules translate directly into lower labor costs.
● Safety: Reducing the need for heavy manual work minimizes occupational risks on site.
Driving the Future of Solar Installation
Based in Changzhou, China, Trinabot was founded in 2018 under the incubator of the Trina Solar State Key Lab for PV Science & Technology and is funded by Trinastella Investment Development—a holding of Trinasolar’s founder.
According to the PV Magazine report, Trinabot’s robots have already been applied in large-scale solar projects, delivering measurable improvements in both installation speed and overall cost-effectiveness. The coverage emphasizes that automation is no longer a distant concept in the PV industry—it is an immediate solution to the pressing challenges of global energy transition.
Trinabot remains committed to continuous innovation in renewable energy automation. With the rising demand for large-scale solar farms, our mission is to provide reliable, scalable, and intelligent robotic systems that empower stakeholders to meet ambitious clean energy goals. Ready to boost your PV project efficiency with robotic installation? Contact our team today.
<<Source: pv magazine, “Trinabot offers installation robots for large PV projects,” August 26, 2025. >>
