Solar Connections International

What Solar Connections International does

Solar Connections International is a Crystal Lake, Illinois-based, family-owned manufacturer founded in 2015 that designs and produces solar attachment hardware for roof-mounted photovoltaic installations. The company's product line covers rail and bracket systems (PowerMount Adjust, PowerMount PMR1-S, PowerMount 9000-S, Z-Bracket, L-Foot-SLT), the PV Cube Series module clamps, the SCI Solar Connection Kit, PowerPlate flashing accessories, and newer Fusion Mount and Fusion Conduit Mount rails. Differentiated technology centers on a patented Silver Bullet Set Screw, proprietary GroundBonding Technology, and PushLock Technology integrated into the PV Cube and PowerMount lines. The company holds UL 1703, UL 2703, Florida Product Approval, and HVHZ hurricane-zone designations and is a SEIA member.

The company sells a compact, standardized SKU family that simplifies installer decision-making across residential and light-commercial rooftop scenarios, including severe-weather jurisdictions. Product variants are offered in both domestic US content and non-domestic content configurations to accommodate procurement-driven buyer preferences, and the company maintains worldwide shipping capability alongside a hybrid direct-plus-channel-partner go-to-market. Sister-company relationships (Sno-Gem, UCPS) extend the corporate footprint but are not consolidated financially in publicly available material.

Solar Connections International is a bootstrapped, privately held company with no disclosed venture capital or private equity funding. Management appears to comprise approximately 13 people based on the public team roster. Revenue is not disclosed, and the company has not filed public financial statements. Forward signals in 2025—four product launches, regulatory milestones, and North American trade-show expansion—are consistent with a company reinvesting organically into product breadth and channel reach rather than pursuing inorganic scale.

Name

Solar Connections International

Legal name

Solar Connections International

Website

https://solarconnections.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Solar Connections International is a family-owned Crystal Lake, Illinois manufacturer founded in 2015 that designs patented solar attachment hardware—PV Cube Series, PowerMount rails, and Fusion Mount lines—for roof-mounted PV installers, sold direct and via channel partners with worldwide shipping.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Mounting Hardware

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO)

akta.pro secondary industry

Solar Mounting, Racking & Trackers (Fixed-Tilt, Single/Dual-Axis, Rooftop Mounts) (EUAMABAF)

Keywords

• Solar mounting hardware
• Roof attachment solutions
• Solar panel clamps
• Rail-less mounting
• Metal roof attachments

Headquarters

HQ city

Mchenry

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Solar Attachment Hardware Sales: Revenue generated from manufacturing and selling solar panel mounting and attachment hardware including PV Cube series, PowerMount products, Z-Bracket, L-Foot-SLT, Solar Connection Kit, PowerPlate, Fusion Mount, Fusion Conduit Mount, and I-Clamp 360. Products sold with both domestic (USA-made) and non-domestic content options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Solar Connections International designs, develops, and manufactures solar panel mounting and attachment hardware for roof-mounted photovoltaic installations. Its product line covers standing seam, corrugated, S-style corrugated, ribbed metal panels, and asphalt shingle roof systems for both rail and rail-less installations. Products are sold in both domestically manufactured (USA-made) and non-domestic content options through distribution partners and direct sales worldwide.

Product overview

Solar Connections International offers a comprehensive portfolio of solar panel mounting and attachment solutions for both rail and rail-less installations. The product line centers on metal roof attachments including the PV Cube Series (standing seam clamps with patented Silver Bullet set screws), PowerMount Adjust (adjustable for various corrugation widths), PowerMount PMR1-S (for S-style corrugated roofs), PowerMount 9000-S (angled design for valleys), Z-Bracket (universal valley attachment), and I-Clamp 360 (for I-beam installations). These attach to the Solar Connections Kit rail-less system or the Universal L-Foot-SLT for railed systems. For shingle and asphalt roofs, the company offers PowerPlate and Fusion Mount. The Fusion Conduit Mount handles cable management. An All-In-One Measuring Tool helps installers select the correct clamp for their specific roof profile. Products are available in both domestically manufactured and non-domestic content options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PV Cube Series: Standing seam metal roof attachment clamps available in Standard, Mini, Wide, KLOC, and KLOC Mini variants.
• PowerMount Adjust
• PowerMount PMR1-S
• PowerMount 9000-S
• Z-Bracket
• PowerPlate
• Fusion Mount
• Fusion Conduit Mount
• I-Clamp 360
• Solar Connection Kit
• Universal L-Foot-SLT
• All-In-One Measuring Tool

Products and services

• PV Cube Series Standing seam metal roof attachment clamp series featuring the patented Silver Bullet set screws that do not penetrate or pierce the roof panel seam. Includes Standard, Mini, Wide, KLOC, KLOC Mini, and KLOC Mini SL variants for different seam profiles, designed for solar installation professionals.
• PowerMount Adjust Adjustable single-piece clamp with independent power wings that adjust to any corrugation angle or width from 3/4 inch to 3 inches wide, designed for R-Panel, corrugated panel, and non-seamed trapezoidal panel installations for solar professionals.
• PowerMount PMR1-S Single-piece bracket designed for S-style corrugated metal roof panel systems with 4 fully gasketed fasteners and stainless steel cap, for solar installers.
• PowerMount 9000-S Bracket providing increased strength and pull-out performance due to its angled fastening attachment design, intended for valley and unique metal roof system sections for solar installations.
• Z-Bracket Universal valley attachment with slotted design for versatility, featuring pre-applied EPDM gasket for watertight seal. Compatible with L-Foot-SLT and Solar Connections Kit, for solar installers.
• Universal L-Foot-SLT Custom designed slotted L-Foot for solar rail and racking system applications, compatible with all SCI metal roof attachments and other clamp systems on the market.
• Solar Connections Kit UL 1703 and UL 2703 listed rail-less solar panel mounting system with GroundBonding Technology that creates conductive bond from panel to panel. Features PushLock cable management technology and is compatible with all SCI metal roof attachment solutions.
• PowerPlate Asphalt or composite shingle roof attachment plate with elevated water seal design, incorporating SCI L-Foot-ELV and custom-fit premium EPDM gasket for watertight connection.
• Fusion Mount Shingle roof mounting solution with robust single-piece installation featuring preset location points for easy fastener installation. Available in mill finish aluminum or powder coated finish.
• Fusion Conduit Mount Conduit mounting solution for solar panel system installations, designed for both wall and roof installation to reduce labor costs and streamline component appearance.
• I-Clamp 360 I-Beam clamp attachment solution for solar panels, including SCI M8-Bolt and stainless steel cup point set screws for installation.
• All-In-One Measuring Tool Standing seam metal roof panel seam measuring tool in six sizes (Standard, Mini, KLOC, KLOC Mini, KLOC Mini SL, and Wide) to ensure accurate clamp selection for solar attachment needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Considerably fewer SKUs than competitors while covering nearly all standard and customized metal roof panel systems

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Sno-GemminorOthersSister company under common ownership. Sno-Gem is a related company in the building materials or solar adjacent industry.
• UCPS (United Component Products)minorOthersSister company under common ownership. UCPS is a related company in the building materials or component manufacturing industry.
• SEIA (Solar Energy Industries Association)minorOthersIndustry trade association membership. SCI is an active member of SEIA, the primary trade association representing the U.S. solar energy industry.
• Domestic VendorscoreOthersLocal and valued domestic vendors for manufacturing 100% domestically made products in the United States.
• International VendorscoreOthersTrusted international vendors for non-domestic content products, providing cost-effective options based on project needs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• EcoFasten: EcoFasten manufactures solar mounting solutions for metal, shingle, and tile roofs, with a strong presence in rail-less and composition shingle attachments. Its product portfolio and target customer base (US installers, distributors) closely mirror SCI's go-to-market.
• Unirac: Unirac is a major US solar mounting and racking manufacturer offering rail-based and rail-less solutions, plus roof attachments for shingle, tile, metal, and flat roofs. It competes head-to-head with SCI across residential and commercial solar attachment categories.
• IronRidge: IronRidge is one of the largest US manufacturers of solar racking and mounting hardware for rooftop PV systems. It sells rails, L-feet, flashings, and attachments for various roof types, directly competing with SCI's Universal L-Foot-SLT, PowerPlate, and PV Cube product lines.
• Quick Mount PV: Quick Mount PV specializes in code-compliant solar roof attachments and flashings, particularly for composition shingle and tile roofs. Its product focus on watertight, code-compliant roof attachments directly overlaps with SCI's PowerPlate and Fusion Mount lines.
• RBI Solar: RBI Solar manufactures ground-mount and roof-mount racking systems for commercial and utility-scale solar projects, including ballasted and mechanically-attached systems. It competes with SCI on larger commercial metal-roof installations and offers broader project-scale capabilities.
• S-5!: S-5! is a leading manufacturer of clamps and brackets for standing seam and exposed-fastened metal roof attachments, including snow retention and solar mounting. It is the closest direct competitor to SCI's PV Cube standing seam clamps and Silver Bullet set screw approach.
• Roof Tech: Roof Tech manufactures rail-less solar mounting systems and waterproof flashings for residential and commercial rooftops, particularly for composition shingle and metal roofs. Its rail-less approach and code-compliance focus closely parallel SCI's Solar Connections Kit.
• SnapNrack: SnapNrack designs and manufactures solar mounting systems for residential and commercial rooftop PV, including rail-based and rail-less solutions. It competes directly with SCI's Solar Connections Kit and Universal L-Foot-SLT for installer share.

Broad incumbents

• Schletter Group: Schletter Group is a large European-based manufacturer of solar mounting systems for pitched, flat, and ground-mount applications. It competes with SCI globally, particularly in commercial and utility-scale rooftop segments, and benefits from significantly greater scale and capital backing.
• K2 Systems: K2 Systems is a globally established German manufacturer of solar mounting systems with a broad portfolio spanning pitched-roof, flat-roof, and ground-mount solutions. It is a much larger, well-funded incumbent that competes broadly with SCI in rail-based rooftop systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/solar-connections-international

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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