50kW Solar Installation at SK Synthetics by SolarLogix
SolarLogix successfully designed and executed a 50 kW commercial rooftop solar power plant for SK Synthetics, located at B.B.D. Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal.
The project was undertaken to reduce high commercial electricity costs, support daytime operational loads, and help the business transition toward clean and sustainable energy, while ensuring safe grid-compliant operation and long-term reliability.
This installation serves as a reference rooftop solar project for commercial and small industrial units in Kolkata.
📍 Project Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Client Name | SK Synthetics |
| Industry | Commercial / Manufacturing |
| Location | B.B.D. Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Installed Capacity | 50 kW Rooftop Solar Plant |
| Structure Type | TATA Power Certified Sheet-Roof Mounting Structure |
| Solar Modules | TATA Power Make 300+ Series Modules |
| Inverter Type | TATA Power Certified Solis String Inverter with MPPT |
| Grid Integration | Zero-Export Protection |
| Safety Systems | Conventional Lightning Arrester, SS304 Safety Line |
| Maintenance Access | GI Walkways (Purlin-to-Purlin) |
| Monitoring | Remote Monitoring with Live Performance Feed |
| Insurance | TATA AIG Comprehensive Solar Plant Insurance |
⚙️ Engineering & Safety Highlights
The system was engineered with a focus on commercial safety standards, grid compliance, and operational reliability:
✔ Zero-Export device to prevent unintended grid export
✔ Conventional lightning arrester for electrical surge protection
✔ SS304 safety line with tensioner for rooftop working personnel
✔ GI maintenance walkways (purlin-to-purlin) for safe O&M access
✔ Certified mounting structure suitable for sheet-roof commercial buildings
✔ Remote monitoring system for real-time performance tracking
The design ensures safe operation, easy maintenance, and consistent energy generation.
⚡ Performance & Financial Impact
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Specific Generation: ~1300 units per kW per year
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Estimated Annual Generation: ~65,000 units
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Applicable Grid Tariff: ₹8.5 / unit (commercial)
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Estimated Annual Savings: ~₹5.5 lakh
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Payback Period: ~4 to 6 years
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System Life: 25+ years
The solar plant significantly reduces grid electricity consumption, delivering stable and predictable savings over its lifetime.
🌱 Environmental Impact
This 50 kW rooftop solar installation contributes to:
🌍 ~1,037 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
🌳 ~1,218 trees planted (equivalent)
🏭 ~514 tons of coal burn avoided
🚗 ~4.08 million km of petrol consumption offset
A meaningful step towards sustainable and energy-efficient commercial operations.
