Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Solar Racking Solutions in Scranton
Sustainable Energy Management Systems (SEMS) was founded in 2014 by seasoned technical, logistical, and financial experts with over 100 years of combined experience in renewable energy. Our mission is to lead the American market in storm-hardened solar racking systems through sound engineering and design principles. We deliver robust, reliable solutions with life expectancies up to 50 years, backed by industry-leading warranties and comprehensive support services. Our patented technologies meet or exceed standards set by FEMA, FEMP, NREL, and the Rocky Mountain Institute, ensuring resilience against severe weather events. We specialize in closed-form (tubular) solar racking and tracking systems for residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets.Our Avans Rac Series, Utilitas Trac Series, and TST Series products optimize energy yield while reducing operational risks and lifecycle costs. We provide tailored project financing options through partnerships with lenders offering up to 100% coverage of commercial and utility project costs. Our team includes veterans and industry veterans with decades of experience in product design, manufacturing, and energy project financing. We maintain a robust parts inventory and offer operator training programs to ensure long-term system performance. Our commitment to innovation and quality positions us as a trusted partner for sustainable solar infrastructure solutions.
Services
Solar Racking Systems
Solar Trackers
Project Financing
Support Services
Affiliate Program
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of combined executive experience in renewable energy
- Patent-pending shock-bearing technology for extreme weather resilience
- 50-year structural lifespan with industry-leading 25-30 year warranties
- Compliant with FEMA, FEMP, and NREL storm-hardening standards
- Integrated project financing options covering up to 100% of costs
Services
Avans Rac Series
Our Avans Rac Series provides storm-hardened fixed-tilt solar racking systems engineered for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications. Constructed from closed-form aluminum and galvanized steel, these systems reduce failure points while maintaining structural integrity during severe weather. Decoupled racking sections and patent-pending shock-bearing technology minimize maintenance needs and optimize energy production across diverse terrain configurations.
Utilitas Trac Series
The Utilitas Trac Series delivers ground-mounted single-axis solar trackers combining steel and aluminum for commercial and utility-scale projects. Distributed drive architecture and decentralized control boxes maximize energy yield while reducing operational costs. These systems adjust to +/- 35 to 50 solar angles, featuring dual-clamp designs that double wind resistance compared to standard configurations.
TST Series
TST Series solar trackers adjust for seasonal sun altitude variations in higher latitudes. Engineered with closed-form 6005A aluminum and galvanized steel, these systems maintain performance through extreme weather using decoupled racking sections and Nord-Lock washers. They optimize ground coverage in irregular sites while maintaining 50-year structural longevity and 25-year drive component warranties.
Project Finance Program
Our financing solutions cover up to 100% of commercial and utility project costs through partnerships with major lenders. Programs include power purchase agreements, equipment finance agreements, and export financing with terms from 7-20 years. The team structures deals within 5-10 business days, offering quotes valid up to 90 days for material and funding commitments.
Support Services
Comprehensive support includes installation training, system commissioning, and operator maintenance programs. Our TRAC Right platform provides troubleshooting guidance and parts inventory management. We offer engineering consultations through affiliate partners and field services for system inspection, evaluation, and performance optimization across all solar project phases.
People
Robert J. Loven
President
15+ years in business development and operations leadership. U.S. Army veteran with combat experience in Operation Enduring Freedom. Co-founded SEMS in 2014 to develop innovative solar racking technology combining military-grade durability with commercial efficiency.
James F. Loven
Vice-President
25+ years of product design and manufacturing expertise. Holds four U.S. patents in engineering innovations. Former plant engineer at Allied Fence, transforming production processes to make them the Northeast's largest chain link fence manufacturer before co-founding SEMS.
Thomas White
Vice President of Sales & Finance
30-year executive with energy project financing expertise. Former executive at GE Capital and CIT. Established SEMS' financing programs in 2016, creating equipment leasing solutions that reduced project barriers for commercial and utility-scale solar developers.
John Hoback
Senior Advisor of Business
45-year industry veteran with executive roles at DuPont, GE, and Amoco Chemicals. Led three startup ventures to $100M+ revenue while holding 20+ international patents. Provides strategic guidance on business development and technology commercialization for SEMS' solar products.
Questions
What makes SEMS solar racking systems storm-hardened?
Our systems use closed-form tubular construction, patent-pending shock-bearing technology, and decoupled racking sections to withstand extreme weather while maintaining structural integrity.
Do you offer financing options for solar projects?
Yes, we provide equipment finance agreements, power purchase agreements, and export financing programs covering up to 100% of project costs with terms from 7-20 years.
What warranty coverage do your products include?
Structural warranties up to 30 years, 15-20 year drive component coverage, and industry-leading protection against weather-related damage for maximum project bankability.
Can your systems work in irregularly shaped sites?
Our decoupled racking designs accommodate non-adjacent lots and uneven terrain while maintaining optimal panel density and energy production efficiency across all project configurations.
Do you provide installation support services?
Yes, we offer commissioning assistance, operator training programs, and field service technicians through our TRAC Right support platform for residential, commercial, and utility-scale installations.