New NABCEP PV Technical Sales Prep Bundles are Live on HeatSpring to Meet Updated NABCEP Requirements

In November 2022, NABCEP announced that they were updating the recertification and exam requirements for the PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Certification to align with changes in the industry. The old eligibility option is no longer available after August 31, 2023. 

Let’s dive into these new requirements so you know what it takes to become PV Technical […]

August 2nd, 2023|Categories: Certification, NABCEP, Solar, Solar Business Growth, Solar miscellaneous, Solar Sales & Marketing||

New Free Webinar + NABCEP CEU: 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) Updates for the Solar Industry

Every 3 years, the National Fire Protection Administration (NFPA) publishes the latest National Electrical Code (NEC). Like clockwork for each code cycle, HeatSpring instructors Sean White and Bill Brooks review the code changes, update their book on PV and the NEC, and add updates in their pertinent courses. There’s no doubt that these two really […]

July 31st, 2023|Categories: Certification, Free Courses, NABCEP, Q+A, Safety, Solar, Solar Design & Installation, Solar miscellaneous||

The Importance of Quality Management on Utility Scale Solar Sites

Early in my career, before I switched into Project Management, I had the opportunity to lead the Quality department for a leading US-based EPC company – DEPCOM Power. Prior to this, I’d not seen myself as a Quality guy – my background is in Mechanical Engineering, I’d fallen into the Construction world almost by accident, […]

What’s It Take to Get the NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification?

The NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification is considered the gold standard for PV certifications. It’s renowned for being challenging. Many skilled installers take more than one shot to successfully pass it. It carries weight and holding the esteemed PV Installation Professional (PVIP) means something within the industry. It’s no wonder that many people are wondering […]

June 26th, 2023|Categories: Certification, NABCEP, Solar, Solar Design & Installation, Solar miscellaneous||

What is All This Water Doing in the Inverter? – What Can Happen When Rooftop Conduit Fittings Are Improperly Installed

While it may seem like a minor detail to new solar installers, using the wrong conduit fittings, or installing the right ones incorrectly, can have disastrous consequences. Conduit fittings are used to connect sections of electrical conduit, which protect and direct electrical wiring on installations. When installers use improper fittings or don’t install them properly, […]

May 2nd, 2023|Categories: NABCEP, Solar, Solar Design & Installation, Solar miscellaneous||