The Only Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Solar Carports — Made for the Americas
Twice as strong as steel.
A quarter of the weight.
Installed for less.
AMRENERGY’s pultruded FRP carport structures bolt onto a shallow 2.5 ft footing, carry 150 mph wind and 60 psf snow loads, never rust, take any color — and cost less installed than steel or aluminum. Plus potential 12kWdc to 15kWdc per dual carports of solar power.
150 MPHwind load
60 PSFsnow load
11 FT to 14 FTTop clearance
12kW to 15kWdual car spots
Why FRP vs Steel & Aluminum
The material that makes steel look overbuilt & overpriced.
Pultruded fiber-reinforced polymer is engineered at the molecular level for structural work. Every line in this matrix converts directly into lower installed cost, faster schedules, and zero corrosion callbacks for your crew.
Structural weight
Footing depth
Strength-to-weight
Metric | AMREN FRP | Structural Steel | Aluminum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structural strength | 2× steel, pound for pound | Baseline | Lower than steel |
| Structure weight | 75–80% lighter than steel | Heaviest | 30% heavier than FRP |
| Footing depth | 2.5 ft shallow pier / footing | 6 ft deep foundation | 4–6 ft foundation |
| Corrosion | Immune — never rusts | Rusts, needs recoating | Resistant, pitting possible |
| Installation | Bolt-up, light equipment, no welding | Welding, heavy cranes | Specialized fabrication |
| Finish & colors | Paintable in any color | Limited, repaints fade | Anodized only |
| Electrical safety | Non-conductive | Conductive | Conductive |
| Maintenance | Near zero over lifespan | Ongoing corrosion control | Moderate |
| Design life | 25+ years, warrantied | 15–25 years w/ upkeep | 15–20 years |
| Installed cost | Lower than steel | High | Highest |
Shallower excavation = lower sitework costNo heavy cranes requiredFactory-fabricated, minimal lead timePE-stamped drawings provided
Installed-Cost Calculator
See what steel is really costing you.
Estimate the installed cost of an AMREN FRP carport structure versus structural steel — foundations, labor, equipment and 25-year maintenance included. Drag the slider and watch the numbers move.
Lot condition
Approx. solar capacity
450 kWFooting depth
2.5 ft vs 6 ftYour estimated savings
$0
AMREN FRP installed
Structural steel installed
Estimates reflect typical US commercial & industrial projects and current AMREN dealer pricing; a firm quote depends on site conditions, wind/snow zone and module selection.
Get a Firm Quote →Engineering Specifications
Utility-scale numbers. Residential-simple install.
150 MPH
Wind load rating
60 PSF (14–16 inches PSF)
Snow load rating
11 FT to 14 FT
Standard ground clearance —
Commercial & EV fleet ready
7° to 10°
Optimal tilt, prefabricated into the truss
64
Modules per section — portrait, 6–8 high × 8 across
25 YR
Structural warranty
Features & Benefits
- 4 structural components & minimal hardware
- Prefabricated tilt angle built into the truss
- UL 2703 & UL 467 grounding washer connections
- Pre-punched purlins matched to panel mounting holes
- G-90 galvanized steel purlins, 26.5–27 ft spans
- Handles difficult terrain — 30° EW / 30° NS grades
- Compatible with all module brands — 60, 72 & 96 cell
- Bolted foundation for fast, repeatable installation
Factory to Foundation
Every carport is precision-manufactured and assembled from pultruded FRP composite components in our factory, then shipped site-ready. Concrete pier foundation, FRP columns and trusses, pre-punched purlins — your crew bolts it together on a 2.5 ft footing instead of excavating 6 ft.
Fewer trades on site. Lighter equipment. Minimal lead time on manufacturing. PE-stamped drawings for your state included.
Third-Party Tested & Code Approved
Engineered to the standards your AHJ already trusts.
Seismic
ASTM E72
Tornado Shelter
ICC 500 — 250 MPH
Fire Safety
ASTM E84 / E119 · NFPA 285 / 268
Air & Water
ASTM E330 / E331
Ballistic
ASTM E3107
Blast Resistance
ASTM F1642
Structural
ASTM E695 · TAS 201 / 202
Code Approval
ICC-ESR 4327 / AC 86
Applications & Markets
A new revenue category for your trade.
Whether you install, design, pave, or develop — FRP solar carports bolt a high-margin product line onto the work you already sell.
Solar Installers & EPCs
Win more C&I carport bids with a structure that installs faster and prices below steel — without welding crews or crane rentals.
Electrical Engineers
PE-stamped drawings, UL 2703/467 grounding built in, and a non-conductive structure that simplifies your electrical design.
Asphalt & Paving Contractors
Turn every parking lot you build or resurface into a solar-ready asset — 2.5 ft footings mean minimal saw-cutting and excavation.
Commercial Architects
Any-color finishes, clean cantilevered lines, and 14 ft clearance give you design freedom steel can't match at this price.
Property Developers & REITs
Add covered parking, on-site generation, and EV readiness to your pro forma — 25-year warranted structures boost NOI.
Real Installations
EV Fleet & Charging Depots
Canopy-scale generation directly above your chargers. High clearance, fleet-friendly spans, and conduit-ready columns.
Standing strong in rain, snow & summer heat.
Real Installations & Concepts
Channel Partner Program
Grow your business. Add FRP solar carports to your sales arsenal.
Solar carports are one of the fastest-growing C&I categories — and FRP lets you sell them at price points steel fabricators can't touch.
We manufacture. You sell and install. Everyone wins.
01
Partner Onboarding
Dealer and installer pricing, sales collateral, and a dedicated AMRENERGY rep for your region.
02
Engineering & Stamps
Fast custom engineering with PE-stamped drawings for your state, ready for permitting.
03
Factory-Direct Delivery
Pultruded components fabricated in a controlled facility, shipped site-ready with minimal lead time.
04
Bolt-Up Installation
2.5 ft shallow footings, 4 components, no welding — your crew completes installs in days, not weeks.
Why partners choose AMRENERGY
- Single-source partner for you and your clients
- Rapid deployment without waiting on other trades
- Controlled-environment manufacturing quality
- Off-site commissioning for quicker issue resolution
- Lightweight, non-conductive — a safer work environment
- Lower embodied carbon than steel and aluminum
Limited territories
Become the FRP carport source in your market.
Tell us about your business and pipeline — we’ll follow up with dealer pricing, engineering support details, and territory availability.
Start a Project or Partnership
Talk to the FRP solar carport team.
AMRENERGY, LLC
- 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 1167, Minneapolis, MN 55435, USA
- Toll-Free: (855) 5-AMREN-3
- Direct: (612) 400-7500
- info@amrenergy.com
- www.amrenergy.com
The Only Global manufacturer & distributor of FRP composite solar structures for the US, MEXICO and LATAM Markets.
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Matt Mahmood, CEO
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