IntegraRack IR EarthScrew™ Mounting Kit
Each IR EarthScrew Kit is good for 5 BallastRack frames, includes 10 EarthScrews. This kit provides fast and easy installation in almost any terrain with incredible strength. The IR EarthScrew is NOT recommended for silt/sand or rocky terrain, only dense compacted soil types. Ten pack kit is good for five BallastRack frames.
*One EarthScrew must be tested at the installation site to ensure it can withstand a minimum of 1,000 lbs of uplift.
*1" Conduit Pipe / EMT (NOT included) is required to link the frames together and can be sourced at any local hardware or electrical supply store in 10' lengths, which is enough to cover two panels.
For really dense soil types:
Pre-drilled holes may be required using an SDS Hammer Drill & 30 Inch SDS-Max Speed-X Carbide Rotary Hammer Bit for Concrete Drilling. Concrete mix can be poured into the holes with water for an even stronger anchor.
Pros:
- Fast and easy install
- No heavy equipment required
- Easy leveling of the system
- Ideal for compacted soil types
- In most cases, building permits are not required according to the 2018/2024
- International Building Code (IBC®) Chapter 1, Section [A] 105.2 (see Documentation)
Cons:
- Not recommended for rocky soil
- Not for use in silty sand or soft soil types
- One Earth Screw must be tested to at least 1,000 lbs of uplift at installation site
Includes:
- 10 Earth Screws
- Premium Ratchet Wrench