Solar parking sheds, designed and made in Lahore
Single side arm, double side arm and shed type parking structures that shade vehicles and generate power over the same land.
10 year warranty
Where they are used and what they are made of
A solar parking shed does two jobs over the same land. It shades vehicles, and it generates power from space the site was already using for parking. FERO designs and fabricates three types, chosen by the bay layout, the number of vehicles and the loads the foundation must carry.
Iron parking structures are made from SS400 iron and hot-dip galvanized to ASTM A123 after fabrication, with a 90 micron coating. Structure fasteners are galvanized and module fasteners are SS304. The standard design wind speed is 35 m/s (126 km/h), customized per project, and the standard inclination is 5 to 15 degrees. The three types below cover a single row of bays, two rows, or a large block of parking. Send us the parking plan and we calculate bays covered and kWp.
The three types
FERO-PARK-SSA
Single-Side Arm Parking Shed
One column supports a cantilevered arm that carries the modules over a row of bays, keeping the bays open on one side.
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FERO-PARK-DSA
Double-Side Arm Parking Shed
One central column supports arms on both sides, covering two rows of bays with one line of columns.
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FERO-PARK-SHED
Shed Type Parking Shed
A framed shed with columns at both ends of the span, giving a roof of modules over a larger parking area.
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Bay size and column spacing
A standard car bay is roughly 2.5 m wide and 5 m long, so the column spacing is set from the bay width to keep columns out of the way of doors.
Height clearance
Height clearance for the vehicles you park, from cars to vans and trucks, sets the column height.
Wind and footings
Wind loads on a large open canopy are high, so footings are sized for overturning and are a large part of the cost.
Drainage
Rainwater run-off and the fall of the array are designed so water drains away from vehicles.
Cables, EV charging and batteries
Cable routes, EV charging points and a battery system can be planned into the design where a site wants them.
How the structures in this range compare
| Structure | Single-Side Arm Parking Shed | Double-Side Arm Parking Shed | Shed Type Parking Shed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choose it for | Open bays on one side, one row of bays | Two rows of bays with fewer columns | A large block of parking |
| Columns | One column line, arm on one side | One central column line, arms on both sides | Columns at both ends of the span |
| Bays covered | One row | Two rows | A larger parking area |
| Application | Car park | Car park | Car park |
| Material and grade | SS400 iron | SS400 iron | SS400 iron |
| Coating | Hot-dip galvanized to ASTM A123, 90 microns | Hot-dip galvanized to ASTM A123, 90 microns | Hot-dip galvanized to ASTM A123, 90 microns |
| Inclination | 5 to 15 degrees, customizable | 5 to 15 degrees, customizable | 5 to 15 degrees, customizable |
| Design wind speed | 35 m/s (126 km/h), customizable | 35 m/s (126 km/h), customizable | 35 m/s (126 km/h), customizable |
| Warranty | 10 year warranty | 10 year warranty | 10 year warranty |
Comparing across structure types? Read the guide to choosing a solar structure in Pakistan.
Common questions
How many cars can a solar parking shed cover?
It depends on the bay size and layout. Send us the parking plan and we calculate bays covered and kWp.
Which type should I choose?
Choose single side arm when you want open bays on one side, double side arm to cover two rows with fewer columns, and shed type for a large block of parking.
Is the structure galvanized?
Yes. Iron parking structures are hot-dip galvanized to ASTM A123 after fabrication.
Can the shed support EV charging?
Yes. Charging points can be planned into the design from the start.
Do you build parking sheds for other EPC contractors?
Yes. Send the parking plan, the capacity and the location.
EPC contractor? See what to send for a structure design.
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