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    My MCS reg installer does not think my 4KW system needs registering with the DNO !

    The title says it all really, he says that he never registers installations with the DNO unless they are over 4kW. Every forum I have read says that DNO registration is part of the installation process as much as registering with a supply company for the FIT. Is there a concise statement of...
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    Anual MCS assessment with NICEIC coming up!!!

    Hi guys. Heed some advice from those that have had their annual review... I have my first annual review this week. Have to show one job which is all sorted but what exactly are they looking for on the paperwork side. I have documented info on quarterly meetings. I have documented some...
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    MCS Installation Database - Faulty

    Just a warning - I registered a job this morning and when I finished registering the job the screen kept going back to the last page of the registration instead of the screen that says the certificate has been printed. I clicked on the finshed button again - and you guessed it I've been charged...
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    Chart showing 0-4kWp PV installs vs number of MCS PV Installers

    Thought I'd post this up here to show that there are obviously many companies that still believe in the UK solar market. The growth of new PV installers isn't as fast as the end of last year but it's still growing at a fair old rate.
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    Remove Email From MCS Database / Stopping Spam

    Hi Guys, I am getting fed up of all the bloody Trade Price list coming through on my email, and having to filter through them to all the time. Any idea how to stop this?? or how to remove my email from the MCS Database? I always respond asking to be removed from the mailing list, but it never...
  6. SolarCity

    Narrow panels - MCS certified?

    Does anyone know any panels that are around 600mm or less wide? I've been searching everywhere and can't seem to find anything. Any help would be appreciated
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    Multiple gen meters MCS CERT Question:

    Hi Guys, Got a 10Kwp install to do, split over 3 phase on two buildings next to each other. i will have 3 single phase inverters, connecting into a different phase each. I will put 3 x single gen meters (one fore each inverter) as each building has its own sub main. How would i go about...
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    MCS suppliers performance.

    Wondered if anyone could shed some light on the following; 'add method for adding or removing suppliers & products/materials based on pervious dealings, past history and product approval.' How did you satisfy this requirement, do you have a points system in place, or is it as simple as saying...
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    MCS Delays AGAIN!!!!

    Been waiting for over an hour again for our last MCS certificate. After 2 previously chaotic deadlines and the reduced number of installations going through why on earth can't they get their act together and get the database sorted!!
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    MCS requirement or not???

    Is it an MCS requirement for both the AC isolators to be of the rotary type and to be lockable in the OFF position and where can I find details of this, anyone has a link???:dizzy2::dizzy2:
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    MCS Requirements

    Just trying to find out what requirements the MCS place on solar PV companies. A few come to mind but are they requirements or recommendations? Would be good to see a full list, does anyone know of one? 1. SAP calculation 2. Structural calculation 3. Correct system design 4 Panel testing...
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    MCS Assessment Tips

    Ok, I decided to post on here after having completed my assessment this weekend with no non-conformities (Woo Hoo!). So, as I have realised how much of a good source of information this place is; I decided to try and input a little information, seeing as I have been taking so much from here...
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    MCS Paperwork / signing off other people's work

    Hi I'm an MCS (NICEIC) and REAL accrecredited PV installer. To date I have carried out a number of installations from start to finish i.e. providing materials, fitting panels, commissioning etc. This means I have also done all paperwork from the initial quotation and contract to commissioning...
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    mcs version 1.5 or 2 on assesment

    Hi I have my mcs inspection in a couple of weeks and have been sorting out the QMS on version mcs1.5 that i have a template for but as i started putting this together about six months ago,I see that there is now a version issue 2 that only has 18 clauses.so when does this actually come in to...
  15. SolarCity

    Non-MCS, Non-REAL firm conning people

    Okay, I'm absolutely livid about something that happened yesterday. I received a phone call from the missus' recently widowed auntie. She had had a visit from a firm which promised: To beat the 43.3p deadline - despite installing next week. To pay her all her money back after 5 years. That...
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    solar panel mcs sign off before cut off date only £500

    NEED YOUR SOLAR SYSTEM SIGNING OFF BEFORE THE CUT OFF DATE? WE SIGN OFF INSTALLS IN THE UK FOR ONLY £500 !!!! CALL TODAY TO ARRANGE A SPOT AS THEY ARE GOING QUICK! CALL STEPHEN ON 07854246343 or 0166 4566504 + £100 if located more than 60 miles from leicester
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    MCS non-conformity

    We had our MCS inspection last week and recieved one non com for our a.c isolator next to the fuse board. We used an all in one wylex unit that incorporates a double pole switch, a rcbo, and then the meter. We previously worked for a large company and thats all they ever used and have done 100s...
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    MCS website

    I have 5 jobs PENDING since 10am this morning ??? on MCS website is this normal ??
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    Is anyone MCS accredited for solar thermal aswell as Pv?

    Hi, im planning to add solar thermal to our accreditations and wondered what mods are required to the quality plan? Has anyone done this!? many thanks in advance, Matt
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    Delay on MCS Database

    Currently 5hr delay, probably longer as the week goes on. You'd have thought they would have got it sorted this time!
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