--- title: Steel Metal Solar Carports | Commercial Solar Canopy Structures description: Discover Solspan's high-performance steel solar carports, designed for large-scale applications with customisable features and bespoke options image: https://solspan.uk/hubfs/Optisol%20Vertex%20(4).jpg --- [![SolSpan logo](https://solspan.uk/hubfs/SolSpan%20logo.svg)](https://solspan.uk/) - [Our Products](https://solspan.uk/solspan-solar-carports-car-parks-commercial) - [Steel Solar Carports](https://solspan.uk/steel-solar-carports) - [Timber Solar Carports](https://solspan.uk/timber-solar-carports) - [Aluminium Solar Carports](https://solspan.uk/aluminium-solar-carports-solspan) - [Our Services](https://solspan.uk/solar-carport-consultancy) - [Solar Savings Index](https://solspan.uk/solar-savings-index) - [About Us](https://solspan.uk/about-us-solspan) - [Projects](https://solspan.uk/featured-projects) - [Gallery](https://solspan.uk/image-gallery-solspan-solar-carports-car-parks) - Resources - [Blog](https://solspan.uk/blog) - [FAQs](https://solspan.uk/faq) [Contact us](https://cta-eu1.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLKd9dx1nE%2FU60iYX8T4msbGgjWSEwHsjKuEJX5gLBzWTJxm6KuU%2Bzh%2BtNr9FiknGlgUFzcQvPTarP3TO5%2B5L9yXX4%2FSESOjClGbsx05SEIiH%2B46OPMySrjLIwQ%2BJcx%2BRDn84CgH79ytfwBQ9Nwj6NKdgHGTrthIMfhrG86tEuFL34Of4REfJ15ZUnKZ2gHLsj8KcMPhS7p3kvMpkBgZN9FNqWagE0b8&portalId=144642568) # Steel Solar Carports Solspan’s steel [carport systems](https://solspan.uk/solspan-solar-carports-car-parks-commercial) are the go-to choice for large-scale commercial or public sector applications. Designed for high performance, low maintenance, and seamless solar integration, they’re engineered to handle the toughest environments. ![Mid Kent College Solar Carport (9)](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Mid%20Kent%20College%20Solar%20Carport%20(9).jpg?width=1188&height=667&name=Mid%20Kent%20College%20Solar%20Carport%20(9).jpg) ## Steel Metal Carport Product features #### Versatile, Bespoke Designs The versatility of steel enables us to adapt our designs to meet your needs, whether that's an extra wide span or post spacing specially adapted to your car park. #### Optional Branding Add your company colours and branding to your carports to demonstrate your commitment to sustainability and [Net Zero goals](https://solspan.uk/solar-savings-index).  #### Integrated drainage Gutters and downpipes are unobtrusively built-in to ensure rapid, effective water runoff. #### Optional Lighting and Subroof Choose from additional features such as built-in lighting, or our unique Nexus subroof system, which offers waterproofing while keeping the solar panels visible. #### Easy Expansion Add more bays to your carport simply and easily thanks to our modular designs. #### Compliant with European Standards Designed and manufactured in Europe, our range of steel carports is compliant with stringent European standards, including BS EN 1991/1993 ## Why Choose a Steel Frame Solar Carport? Our steel carports have a number of benefits, including: ![Mid Kent College Solar Carport (12)](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Mid%20Kent%20College%20Solar%20Carport%20(12).jpg?width=1000&height=656&name=Mid%20Kent%20College%20Solar%20Carport%20(12).jpg) ### High-Performance Structures for All Types of Vehicles Our steel solar carports are strong and robust, and can cover large areas and vehicles - not only cars but also vans, trucks,  and buses. It also enables to cover large spans with cantilevered roofs, avoiding the loss of parking spaces ![Optisol Volta Steel Solar Carport](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Optisol%20Volta%2012m%20wide.jpg?width=1067&height=667&name=Optisol%20Volta%2012m%20wide.jpg) ### Value for Money Designed to be cost-effective, low maintenance, fully galvanised and last for 50 years or more, our steel solar carports are designed with long-term durability in mind, representing excellent value for money in the long run. ![Steel Solar Carport for Car Parks](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%202.webp?width=1000&height=667&name=Image%202.webp) ### Avoid Losing Parking Spaces Steel's ability to withstand huge forces makes it ideal for cantilevered solar carports. Supporting large roof spans with just one or two central supports means that the posts can be positioned in between rows of bays and avoiding the loss of precious parking bays. Our Products ## Optisol Solar Carports Manufactured from environmentally friendly cold-rolled steel (which has up to 70% less carbon emissions), [Optisol](https://solspan.uk/optisol) is flexible in configuration with a wide range of designs available - including for larger vehicles like trucks and buses [Discover the Optisol range](https://solspan.uk/optisol) ![Optisol Vertex Steel Solar Carport](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Optisol%20Vertex%20(3).jpg?width=1067&height=667&name=Optisol%20Vertex%20(3).jpg) Our Products ## Utilisol Solar Carports Designed to cover large car parks rapidly and cost-effectively, our [Utilisol carports](https://solspan.uk/utilisol-solar-carports) are available in single and double roof designs. Recommended for larger projects. [Discover our Utilisol carports](https://solspan.uk/utilisol-solar-carports) ![Utilisol Steel Solar Carport](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Utilisol%20Solar%20Carport%20-%20single%20roof.jpg?width=890&height=667&name=Utilisol%20Solar%20Carport%20-%20single%20roof.jpg) Our Products ## Gradasol Solar Carports An elegant gull wing design for large spans and large car parks. All cables and drainage are concealed for a  minimalist appearance. Recommended for a minimum of 20 spaces. [Discover our Gradasol range](https://solspan.uk/gradasol) ![Mid Kent College Solar Carport (14)](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Mid%20Kent%20College%20Solar%20Carport%20(14).jpg?width=1000&height=667&name=Mid%20Kent%20College%20Solar%20Carport%20(14).jpg) Our products ## Stilosol Solar Carports A double-post large span design, Stilosol is well suited to covering large areas - with the option to expand the roof span up to 16m for maximum solar generation. [Discover our Stilosol range](https://solspan.uk/stilosol) ![Stilosol Plus Steel Solar Carports](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Stilosol%20Plus%20(cropped).webp?width=2560&height=1600&name=Stilosol%20Plus%20(cropped).webp) Contact us ### Looking for a robust, scalable carport solution? Let's talk about your ideas today [Get in touch](https://solspan.uk/contact-solar-carports-carparks-solspan) ![Optisol Terra Steel Solar Carport](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Optisol%20Terra%202.jpg?width=575&height=323&name=Optisol%20Terra%202.jpg) Useful articles ## Related resources ### [![Solar Carport Structures for council areas](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Optisol%20Ponta%202.jpg?width=600&height=400&name=Optisol%20Ponta%202.jpg) Unrealised potential: Five areas councils could tap for renewable energy Discover five areas where councils can harness renewable energy to reduce costs and carbon... Continue reading](https://solspan.uk/blog/five-areas-councils-could-tap-for-renewable-energy) ### [![Solar Carport Structure Installation](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Mid%20Kent%20College%20Complete%20EDITED%20LS.jpg?width=600&height=400&name=Mid%20Kent%20College%20Complete%20EDITED%20LS.jpg) What is the ROI on a solar carport installation? And how is it calculated? Discover how solar carports can transform wasted parking spaces into energy-generating assets,... Continue reading](https://solspan.uk/blog/roi-on-solar-carport-installation) ### [![Councils making use of solar caport canopies & covers](https://solspan.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Mid%20Kent%20College%20Solar%20Carport%20(14).jpg?width=600&height=400&name=Mid%20Kent%20College%20Solar%20Carport%20(14).jpg) Plug Into Profit | How Local Councils Can Maximise EV Charging Revenue Maximize EV charging revenue with solar carports, partnerships, and strategic pricing. Leverage... Continue reading](https://solspan.uk/blog/how-local-councils-can-maximise-ev-charging-revenue) ![SolSpan logo - inverse](https://solspan.uk/hubfs/SolSpan%20logo%20-%20inverse.svg) Our high quality turnkey solar carport solutions, projects and installations help our clients realise their sustainability goals whilst generating a return on investment and enhancing brand equity. 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