1500kW Solar Installation at Shaktigarh Textile and Industries Limited by SolarLogix
SolarLogix successfully designed and executed a 1.5 MW industrial rooftop solar power plant for Shaktigarh Textile and Industries Limited, a jute mill under the manufacturing sector, located at Tatkhanda, Barsul, West Bengal 713151.
The project was developed to address high continuous power demand, reduce electricity and operational costs, and ensure stable, uninterrupted energy supply for large-scale textile operations, while maintaining advanced safety and grid compliance.
This installation stands as a reference rooftop solar project for jute mills and textile manufacturing units in West Bengal.
📍 Project Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Client Name | Shaktigarh Textile and Industries Limited |
| Industry | Manufacturing / Jute Mill |
| Location | Barsul, West Bengal |
| Installed Capacity | 1500 kW (1.5 MW) Rooftop Solar Plant |
| Structure Type | RCC Ballast Structure with Embedded Foundation Bolts |
| Solar Modules | VSun Bifacial Glass to Glass 590wp |
| Inverter Type | Solis String MPPT (110kW * 10 Units) |
| Grid Integration | Zero Export device with MFM & CT |
| Safety Systems | ESE type Lightning Arrester |
| Maintenance | Manual Module Cleaning System |
| Monitoring | Remote Monitoring with Live Feed |
| Insurance | TATA AIG Insurance Enabled |
⚙️ Engineering & Safety Highlights
The system was engineered with a strong emphasis on industrial reliability, safety, and performance:
✔ Zero-Export device with MFM & CT to prevent unintended grid export
✔ ESE type lightning arrester for advanced lightning and surge protection
✔ High-performance Bifacial Glass to Glass modules for maximum yield
✔ RCC Ballast Structure with Embedded Foundation Bolts for extreme durability
✔ Remote monitoring system for real-time energy and performance tracking
The design ensures high uptime and long service life, critical for continuous manufacturing operations.
⚡ Performance & Financial Impact
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Specific Generation: ~1350 units per kW per year
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Estimated Annual Generation: ~2.02 million units
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Applicable Grid Tariff: ₹7.8 / unit
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Estimated Annual Savings: ~₹1.58 Crore
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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 costs, delivering massive long-term savings for the textile facility.
🌱 Environmental Impact
This 1500 kW rooftop solar installation contributes to:
🌍 ~31,113.33 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
🌳 ~36,526.21 trees planted (equivalent)
🏭 ~15,430.35 tons of coal burn avoided
🚗 ~122.34 million km of petrol consumption offset
A strong step towards sustainable, energy-efficient manufacturing and textile operations.
