Full Tilt
Full Tilt Energy Systems, a division of BCI Engineering, designs and manufactures a modular fixed-tilt solar PV racking system for utility-scale ground-mount projects, selling directly to EPCs, developers, and IPPs worldwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2021
- HeadquartersLeetsdale, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Full Tilt does
Full Tilt, operated as Full Tilt Energy Systems (a division of BCI Engineering / BCI Steel), designs and manufactures a fixed-tilt ground-mount solar PV racking system for utility-scale projects. The system is built around a simplified six-component modular architecture, anchored by the proprietary Longhorn self-aligning panel rail, with integrated DC wire management, rotatable rack geometry for flat-position installation, and module-fastening options including threaded fasteners, lock bolts, and ARaymond PowAR Cinch and PowAR Wedge snap clips that eliminate torqueing and claim 30–40% labor reduction versus traditional systems. The product is module-agnostic, supporting standard 72-cell modules and First Solar Series 6 / Series 6 Plus thin-film formats, and is tested to 100+ mph wind loads with compatibility for steep and undulating terrain.
The company sells directly to EPCs, developers, and independent power producers on a quote-based, per-project manufacturer-direct model, leveraging BCI's global supply chain — 16 offices and manufacturing hubs across the US, Canada, Mexico, Chile, Italy, Australia, India, Malaysia, Japan, Hong Kong, and China — to deliver projects on six continents. BCI has delivered over 20–30 GW of solar racking as a contract manufacturer (largely for tracker OEMs), and Full Tilt is its first own-brand product, launched in April 2021. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales (Matt Carroll, Tim Fish, Francesco Allegri), trade-show presence at RE+ and Intersolar, and strategic integrations with ARaymond and First Solar. A September 2022 equity investment from The Calandra Group (affiliate of JM Steel) is funding Pittsburgh capacity expansion for both Full Tilt fixed-tilt and adjacent tracker torque tubes, while the company's recent first Italian project (6.2 MW for Bienergy srl, January 2023) and a new Bergamo-based EMEA sales office mark the start of a deliberate European expansion.
Full Tilt firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Full Tilt
- Legal name
- Full Tilt
- Website
- https://ft.solar
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2021
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Full Tilt Energy Systems, a division of BCI Engineering, designs and manufactures a modular fixed-tilt solar PV racking system for utility-scale ground-mount projects, selling directly to EPCs, developers, and IPPs worldwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Full Tilt industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Solar PV Racking Systems
- NAICS
- Custom Roll Forming (332114)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Solar Mounting, Racking & Trackers (Fixed-Tilt, Single/Dual-Axis, Rooftop Mounts) (EUAMABAF)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Solar Mounting, Racking, Trackers & Structural BOS Manufacturing (EUAMAHAC)
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Where Full Tilt is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Leetsdale
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
Full Tilt business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Fixed-Tilt Solar Racking Hardware Sales: Full Tilt generates revenue through the sale of its fixed-tilt solar racking systems directly to EPCs, developers, and project owners. The company offers manufacturer-direct pricing, selling the complete racking solution including Longhorn rails, cinch clips, and structural components. Systems are manufactured to per-project specifications.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Manufacturer Direct Pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels4 records
Full Tilt product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Full Tilt designs, manufactures, and sells a fixed-tilt solar PV racking system for utility-scale ground-mount installations. The offering is built around a simplified 6-part modular design with the proprietary Longhorn self-aligning panel rail, rotatable rack frames, and snap-together module fastening options (Cinch Clips, threaded fasteners, and PowAR Wedge clips). The system is module-agnostic, compatible with First Solar Series 6 and standard 72-cell modules, and is sold manufacturer-direct to EPCs, developers, and project owners.
Product overview
Full Tilt is a fixed-tilt solar PV racking system produced by BCI Engineering, designed as a ground-mount solution for utility-scale solar installations. The system is built around a simplified 6-part design that includes the proprietary Longhorn panel rail for self-aligning module installation, and offers multiple module attachment options including Cinch Clips (ARaymond PowAR Cinch) and PowAR Wedge clips. The product is module-agnostic, compatible with standard 72-cell modules, First Solar Series 6, and newer larger module formats. The system features rotatable racks for flat-position installation, self-grounding components, and integrated DC wire management.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Full Tilt Energy Systems: A division of BCI Steel offering an innovative fixed-tilt solar racking solution focused on radically reducing installation time and cost, with installations in the USA and Europe and a multi-GW pipeline of future projects.
Products and services
- Full Tilt Fixed-Tilt Solar PV Racking System Module-agnostic fixed-tilt solar racking system for utility-scale ground-mount installations, using a simplified 6-component design with self-aligning Longhorn rails, rotatable rack frames, and multiple module fastening options (threaded fasteners, self-grounding Cinch Clips, and PowAR Wedge clips for First Solar Series 6). Sold manufacturer-direct to EPCs, developers, and project owners with integrated DC wire management and 100+ mph wind-rated structural performance.
Quantifiable outcome
- 30-40% reduction in module installation labor compared to other available solutions
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Full Tilt
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Full Tilt technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Full Tilt partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- First SolarcoreFull Tilt's system is compatible with First Solar's Series 6 and Series 6 Plus thin film modules. The combination of Full Tilt's racking with First Solar's SpeedSlot technology in the Series 6 modules enables lightning-fast installation times. Pilot project completed Q4 2021.
- ARaymondcoreStrategic partnership announced September 30, 2021 for integration of ARaymond's PowAR Cinch and PowAR Wedge clip fasteners into Full Tilt's fixed-tilt racking system. The PowAR clips allow PV panels to snap easily into place without labor-intensive nut and bolt systems, reducing installation time by 30-40%. Full Tilt is the first fixed-tilt solar racking system to integrate these technologies.
- Solar Pile InternationalminorBCI co-founded Solar Pile International, which produces ground-mount options including I-beam, Solar X Wing Pile, and Solar X Blade Pile designed for challenging soil conditions. Full Tilt pairs with Solar Pile's foundations for installations in loose, sandy, rocky soils, reactive clays, and frost-heave zones.
- Invinity Energy SystemsminorBCI has a hand in energy storage offerings with Invinity Energy Systems as part of its broader solar ecosystem approach.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Full Tilt competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Nextracker: Global market leader in solar trackers and a top customer of BCI's contract manufacturing capacity. Competes with Full Tilt in the broader solar racking/mounting category for utility-scale ground-mount projects and sets the competitive benchmark on cost, reliability, and yield.
- Array Technologies: Largest U.S. supplier of solar tracking systems for utility-scale projects. Overlaps with Full Tilt in utility-scale ground-mount racking and tracker structures, though Array's core focus is single-axis tracking rather than fixed-tilt — directly relevant on the 'racking for ground-mount PV' axis of differentiation.
Direct peers
- GameChange Solar: U.S.-based manufacturer of fixed-tilt and tracker racking for utility-scale and C&I solar. Closely comparable to Full Tilt in product, target customers (EPCs and developers), and emphasis on installation speed and cost-per-watt reduction.
- Schletter Group: German manufacturer of solar mounting structures for ground-mount and rooftop. Direct peer on steel ground-mount racking, sells to the same utility-scale developer and EPC customer base in EMEA and globally.
- FTC Solar: Single-axis tracker company competing in utility-scale ground-mount solar. Operates in the same downstream RFP environment as Full Tilt and frequently competes head-to-head for project specifications with EPCs and developers.
- IronRidge: Manufacturer of solar mounting and racking systems for both distributed and utility-scale ground-mount applications. Comparable product category, customer base (EPCs and installers), and emphasis on fast-install mechanical design.
- RBI Solar: U.S. manufacturer of solar ground-mount racking and substructure solutions. Closely comparable on fixed-tilt product, EPC customer base, and emphasis on fast installation for utility-scale projects across North America.
- Unirac: U.S.-based solar mounting and racking manufacturer with both ground-mount and rooftop product lines. Direct competitor to Full Tilt in the North American fixed-tilt racking segment with overlapping EPC and developer customers.
- K2 Systems: European-headquartered solar mounting systems manufacturer with global footprint and strong ground-mount/racking presence. Comparable on product (steel/aluminum racking), end markets (utility and C&I scale), and global distribution model.
- Mounting Systems (Risen Energy): Solar racking and mounting structure manufacturer with global operations, owned by Risen Energy. Direct peer on fixed-tilt ground-mount racking sold to utility-scale EPCs and developers — competes in the same RFP-driven sales environment.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Full Tilt leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
Full Tilt funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Full Tilt M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Full Tilt
What does Full Tilt do?
Full Tilt designs, manufactures, and sells a fixed-tilt solar PV racking system for utility-scale ground-mount installations. The offering is built around a simplified 6-part modular design with the proprietary Longhorn self-aligning panel rail, rotatable rack frames, and snap-together module fastening options (Cinch Clips, threaded fasteners, and PowAR Wedge clips). The system is module-agnostic, compatible with First Solar Series 6 and standard 72-cell modules, and is sold manufacturer-direct to EPCs, developers, and project owners.
Is Full Tilt a public or private company?
Full Tilt is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Full Tilt founded?
Full Tilt was founded in 2021. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Full Tilt based?
Full Tilt is headquartered in Leetsdale, United States, in the North America region.
How does Full Tilt make money?
One revenue line is on record: fixed-Tilt Solar Racking Hardware Sales.
Who are Full Tilt's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Nextracker and Array Technologies. Direct peers are GameChange Solar, Schletter Group, FTC Solar, IronRidge, RBI Solar, Unirac, K2 Systems and Mounting Systems (Risen Energy).
Does Full Tilt have an API?
No public API is recorded for Full Tilt.
What industry is Full Tilt in?
Full Tilt's product category is Solar PV Racking Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAMABAF, Solar Mounting, Racking & Trackers (Fixed-Tilt, Single/Dual-Axis, Rooftop Mounts), with a secondary code of EUAMAHAC, Solar Mounting, Racking, Trackers & Structural BOS Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 332114.