TCU Edge Controllers
Row-level embedded controllers running hybrid astronomical routines, closed-loop tilt feedback, and local fail-safe behavior.
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TrackLab Telemetry
The Infrastructure Behind Intelligent Solar Tracking
We engineer world-class single-axis tracking hardware and telemetry systems, locally designed to withstand harsh industrial and utility-scale environments.
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Stow Wind Safeguard100%
Energy Yield Increase+35%
Southern African telemetry hubDesigned, manufactured, and supported from Gauteng.
About Us
Global Design and Innovation, with Local Expertise
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Rugged High-Torque Slew Drives
Customized solar tracking hardware capable of closed-loop tilt adjustments and automatic wind stowing safeguards.
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Astronomical Algorithms
Precision tracking using hybrid closed-loop tilt feedback and astronomical solar path calculations.
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LoRa Telemetry Coordination
Wireless data logging and coordinator networks for large arrays in remote industrial zones.
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Weather Integration Safeguards
Real-time wind indicators and weather links for fast, automated protective wind stowing.
Our Mission
Precision Solar Tracking Control Systems
TrackLab delivers precision single-axis solar tracking control systems for utility-scale solar farms. Every component, from embedded firmware to cloud monitoring, is designed, built, and supported by our engineering team in Gauteng, South Africa.
NCU Gateway Coordination
Central coordination for row communications via LoRa wireless telemetry, RS485 loops, CAN-2.0, or fibre interfaces.
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Browser-based commissioning, continuous data logging, custom reporting, remote management, and SCADA integration.
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Expertise & Support
Precision Engineering That Maximizes Yield
Developed by Lumax Energy in South Africa, TrackLab represents the pinnacle of Southern African engineering. Our systems are built to endure harsh mining and industrial environmental climates.
Our team brings together deep expertise in embedded systems, power electronics, and solar field operations. We design our own TCUs and NCUs, writing firmware, PCB layouts, and enclosure specifications in-house.
Precision Tracking Algorithm98%
Closed-Loop Telemetry Accuracy90%
Wind Stow Protection Reliability100%
Years Experience30+
Locally Supported100%
Modular Scaling
Hardware Lineup
Select the modular TrackLab hardware units tailored to scale your solar project seamlessly.
Tracker Controller Unit (TCU)
TCU Edge
Rugged single-row edge controller with closed-loop solar tracking algorithms.
- Closed-loop inclinometer tilt feedback
- Hybrid astronomical backup positioning
- Stainless steel IP65 weather-proof housing
- CC/CV charger system and backup battery support
Network Control Unit (NCU)
NCU Gateway
Central row-network coordinator with integrated local commissioning web service.
- Coordinates row arrays over LoRa wireless networks
- RS485, CAN-2.0, and integrated fibre interfaces
- Local web dashboard commissioning utilities
- Weather data logging center connections
Powered by Lumax Energy
Local Structures, Intelligent Control
TrackLab is developed by Lumax Energy, a South African manufacturer of solar mounting structures headquartered in Midrand, Gauteng. Lumax designs and manufactures structural solutions for photovoltaic installations, from rooftop brackets to utility-scale ground mounts and single-axis tracker systems.
TrackLab is the intelligent control system inside Lumax Energy's single-axis tracker. Lumax provides the physical tracker structure engineered to local building standards and aligned to European code; TrackLab handles the embedded controllers, communication networks, cloud monitoring platform, and over-the-air firmware updates.
Industry Certifications
Lumax Energy holds the following South African industry certifications:
- AFSIA - Africa Solar Industry Association
- SAPVIA - South African Photovoltaic Industry Association
- SAISC - Southern African Institute of Steel Construction
- SASSDA - Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association
- SAMCRA - Southern African Metal Cladding and Roofing Association
- HDGASA - Hot Dip Galvanizers Association of Southern Africa
- Level 2 B-BBEE Contributor
Solar Experts
The Experts Powering Solar Telemetry
Our Midrand-based South African solar engineering team is dedicated to customizable tracking products and local support.
Dr. Werner Haak
Chief Executive Officer
Lumax Engineering
Hardware Architects
Telemetry & Control
Telemetry & Software
Solar Project Operations
Operations & Support
Let's Connect
Ready to Maximize Your Solar Harvesting?
Get in touch with our engineering office to discuss custom mechanical integrations, LoRa telemetry setups, and utility-scale tracker control workflows.
- Corporate Park North, Midrand, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
- info@tracklab.solar
- +27 10 006 0501
Direct Inquiry
Use the secure Haak Client Portal to submit a customized telemetry or mechanical engineering request to the TrackLab team.
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