Structural Design
From planning to operation and maintenance
ZIM Track ONE is the high quality, single-axis tracker solution for large scale PV-Systems.
Main Structural Components
From foundation to module clamps – ZIM Track ONE components are robust, durable and form an integral part of the innovative and functional design
- Different pile types for motors and bearings optimise costs
- Strong and robust HEA center pile for optimum stability of drive unit
- Project-specific design of a sigma-shaped profile for bearing piles
- Sturdy hexagonal tubes allow large spans between bearings
- Tapered hexagonal tube ends enable fast and accurate installation
- Integrated shock absorber to deal with high wind events and wind gusts
- Solid steel mounting structure protected with a unique, durable, and environmentally friendly coating


HEA centre piles for drive unit


Sigma piles for torque tube bearings under modules


Adjustable bearing bracket, maintenance free bearings


String cables and bearings completely shaded


Shock absorbers for wind force dampening


Integrated cable management


Patented module holder


Module specific hooks for fast assembly


Various clamping options


Flexible solutions to install electrical components underneath modules


Bifacial optimised module holder


Bifacial optimised cable channel


Grounding pins integrated in module holder
Innovative Integration of Electrical Components
ZIM Track ONE ensures optimal integration of electrical components with high flexibility
- Compatible with any size of PV modules (M6 to M12)
- Innovative module holder includes integrated hooks for quick assembly
- Optimised design for bifacial modules reduces back-shading
- Certified and integrated module grounding pins
- Integrated cable management concept
- All cables are shaded and protected from long-term wear and tear.
Integration of Customer Devices
ZIM Track ONE is ready to integrate various external devices and components
- Specific customer requirements can be accommodated due to the flexibility of the ZIM Track ONE system
- Flexible integration of string inverters or combiner boxes
- Intelligent integration of external monitoring devices
- Other external devices can be easily integrated.


Flexible string inverter integration: underneath modules


Flexible string inverter integration: independent installation


Flexible string inverter integration: central position near drive unit


Integration of plant monitoring and control devices


Tailored solutions for inverter or combiner box installation


Optional inverter or combiner box mounting kits


Inverters and/or combiner boxes shaded underneath PV modules


Packaging optimised for on-site logistics


3D layout planning and project specific ramming plan


Highly flexible and adjustable system to compensate piling inaccuracies


Simple installation without special tools


QR codes on components for fast and easy commissioning


Fast and easy installation process


No on-site drilling, cutting or welding required


High quality components throughout
Installation of ZIM Track ONE System
ZIM Track ONE ensures fast, safe, and easy installation
- Quick and simple installation of modules using the integrated hook fastening system
- Various adjustment options available so system can be quickly adapted
- No special tools required for installation or maintenance
- Low overall system height aids safe installation and maintenance
- QR codes on components enable fast and easy commissioning
- Tracker commissioning managed through a dedicated mobile app.
Operation and Maintenance
ZIM Track ONE guarantees low maintenance – reducing operational costs significantly
- Components are durable for the life of the installation – eliminating the need for scheduled replacement
- Lubrication-free bearings made from UV-resistant plastic
- Decentralised design reduces risk of failure and reduces potential yield losses
- V-Cleaning position enables cleaning of two rows concurrently
- Maintenance-free shock absorbers and control unit included
- Extended maintenance intervals reduce maintenance and repair costs
- Track.Bloxx can be easily and independently exchanged using QR codes.


Individual driven rows for ease of maintenance and cleaning


Low overall system height for ease of maintenance access


Commissioning through dedicated mobile app


Obstacle free access through single row drives


Cleaning V Position


Cleaning V Position


Drive unit simulation based on 100,000 cycles


ZIM Track has a design life of more than 25 years


Steel proof conformity EN 1090


10 years warranty on the structure


Unique, durable, and environmentally friendly coating


Zimmermann quality management system ISO 9001:2008 certified
Quality and Warranty
The ZIM Track ONE single-axis Tracker is the benchmark in state-of-the-art PV tracking systems
- ZIM Track ONE has a design life of more than 25 years
- Risk assessment by TÜV Rheinland, a world-leading testing service provider
- Drive unit simulation based on ~100,000 cycles – equals to approximately 90 years of operation without failure
- 10-year warranty on the structure
- 5-year warranty on electrical components
- Steel proof of conformity (EN 1090: CE Declaration of Conformity) available
- Zimmermann quality management system ISO 9001:2008 certified.