Surge in Installed Capacity Drives Steady Market Expansion for Mounting Systems
According to statistics from the National Energy Administration, my country’s newly installed photovoltaic (PV) capacity reached 317.51 GW in 2025—an all-time high and a year-on-year increase of 14.22%. Globally, Global Market Insights estimates the PV mounting system market size at approximately $49.7 billion in 2025, with a projected rise to $83.2 billion by 2035. This market expansion not only generates continuous orders for mounting system manufacturers but also amplifies the diverse requirements for mounting systems across different projects.
Why Customization Has Become the Mainstream
Although PV mounting systems are structural products, their application scenarios vary drastically.
Factors such as solar resources, terrain, wind and snow loads, soil corrosivity, and even grid connection standards differ by region, making it difficult for standardized products to balance safety with power generation efficiency.
The industry generally recognizes that providing customized solutions tailored to specific projects is key to enhancing structural reliability and project returns. In 2025, steel mounting systems accounted for approximately 58.3% of the domestic market, while aluminum alloy systems—which are experiencing rapid growth—accounted for about 29.1%;
this diversification in material and structural choices directly reflects the rising demand for customization.
Customization Capabilities of Leading Manufacturers and the Competitive Landscape
According to data from the Qianzhan Industry Research Institute, the top three Chinese PV mounting system enterprises by global shipment volume in 2024 were Jiangsu Guoqiang, Arctech (Zhongxinbo), and Antai Solar.
These top three companies accounted for 37.9% of total shipments, while the top ten companies held a 73.8% share, indicating a high level of industry concentration.
In the solar tracking mounting sector, data from S&P Global indicates that Arctech has ranked second globally in shipment volume for two consecutive years, holding a market share of approximately 13% and leading the market across the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region.
Leading manufacturers generally adopt an integrated “R&D/design plus manufacturing” model, possessing the capability to customize tilt angles, array spacing, foundation types, and anti-corrosion solutions for specific projects;
some companies have even launched digital twin-based optimization platforms to provide tailored designs for individual power plants.
Key Considerations for Procurement of Customized Solutions
Industry experts advise power plant owners and EPC contractors to focus on four key areas when selecting a supplier for customized mounting solutions: first, engineering calculation and design capabilities—specifically, the ability to produce compliant structural calculation reports based on project loads and geological conditions; second, materials and anti-corrosion processes—assessing suitability for challenging environments such as coastal, alpine, or sandy regions;
third, project delivery and local support—covering logistics, installation guidance, and after-sales operations and maintenance; and fourth, full-lifecycle commitments—including structural warranty periods and requirements for operational data feedback.
According to industry research, the adoption rate of smart actuators—featuring capabilities like remote tilt adjustment and wind-speed adaptive locking—reached 41.6% in 2025, making a high level of intelligence a significant advantage for customized solutions.
Trends and Outlook
Looking ahead, as the penetration of bifacial modules increases and the scale of ground-mounted power plants grows, the adoption of tracking mounts and customized solutions is expected to rise further.
At the policy level, stricter technical standards regarding structural safety guarantees and operational data reporting will accelerate the market exit of smaller players, benefiting leading enterprises with integrated design, manufacturing, and service capabilities.
For purchasers, incorporating customization capabilities into the supplier evaluation process helps control costs and risks throughout the project lifecycle.
