Abstract:
A method for installing a solar collector can include slip-forming a concrete track including a groove; curing the concrete track; placing a foot of a support structure of a solar collector in the groove; and applying adhesive between the foot and groove. Curing the concrete track optionally can include maintaining wetness of the concrete track for a sufficient period of time after slip-forming the concrete track. The foot optionally can include at least one of an aperture and a tab, and the adhesive flows through the aperture or around the tab. A foot of a support structure of a solar collector also is provided. The foot can be configured to be inserted into a groove and comprising a back wall, a first side wall including a first side tab, a second side wall including a second side tab, a third side wall, a fourth side wall, and a bottom wall.