Create Energy wins U.S. patent for QuickGrip solar rail tech

Create Energy subsidiary SOL Components has secured U.S. Patent No. 12,726,152 for its QuickGrip solar mounting technology, a step that expands the company’s intellectual property portfolio. The patented rail system is designed to speed up solar tracker and EBOS installations by as much as 50% when used together.

Why it matters: - The patent adds protection around Create Energy’s solar mounting technology and strengthens the company’s intellectual property portfolio. - QuickGrip is tied to installation speed, which can affect project timelines, labor needs and overall deployment costs. - The technology supports Create Energy’s push to offer more integrated solar infrastructure through its OnTrack ecosystem.

What happened: - Create Energy announced the issuance of U.S. Patent No. 12,726,152, titled “Solar Panel Rail,” from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. - The patent was officially issued on Sept. 1, 2026. - SOL Components, a Create Energy subsidiary, secured the patent for the QuickGrip™ solar mounting technology. - The announcement was made Sept. 9, 2026 from Portland, Tennessee.

The details: - QuickGrip is designed to deliver faster, simpler and more efficient installation for Create Energy’s single-axis tracker platform. - When paired with Create Energy’s integrated EBOS platform, tracker and EBOS installations can be completed up to 50% faster than comparable systems on the market. - The patented technology covers solar panel rail systems used in photovoltaic installations. - Create Energy said the patent reinforces its strategy of building differentiated solar infrastructure solutions through a vertically integrated, one-stop-shop ecosystem. - Dean Solon, founder and CEO of Create Energy, said the patent reflects the work of the engineering, product development and operations teams. - Solon said the company is investing in technologies that improve solar deployment, reduce costs and create long-term value for customers and partners. - Solon said protecting innovation is critical to maintaining leadership in the market. - Solon said the patent supports faster installation, improved reliability and greater value for customer energy projects.

Between the lines: - The patent signals that Create Energy is treating installation hardware as a strategic advantage, not just a component part. - The focus on faster installs suggests the company is competing on both performance and project economics. - The announcement also points to a broader effort to build a defensible product stack across solar, battery storage and EV charging.

What's next: - Create Energy is expected to keep expanding its intellectual property portfolio as it scales. - The company will likely continue using OnTrack and its integrated product lineup to position itself as a single-source provider for energy projects. - The patent may help support future commercialization of related solar mounting and tracker solutions.