HQ Mount Solar Ballasted System BR4

Right now solar ballasted systems are the most popular for a commercial roof, but the degree is usually under 10 degrees which generates less power compared to other systems that’s using a tilt angle of 35 degrees.

Today we will explain why people choose Solar ballasted mounting and what to be considered during a concrete solar roof investment.

1. To design a solar rooftop system 1st rule is to have a waterproof solar system. No one wants to endanger their shopping centers with high-value products. So using the ballasted racking system we do not need to penetrate the roof.

HQ Mount Facing South Ballasted System

2. A lot of commercial roofs are already with ballasted stones to reduce heat, so the additional weight for the roof after installing solar PV systems is expected to be as small as possible. Ballasted systems using under 10 degrees are only increasing by 2-6 pounds per square meter.

HQ Mount Ballasted System Design

3. To be as simple as possible. HQ Mount ballasted system is already has a pre-specified degree and the ballasted to be put above the plate directly. This is a very simple and easy installation process for an experienced solar contractor.

HQ Mount Rapid Clamp for Ballasted System

4. To consider roof maintenance problems. For every building or project maintenance is what a good supplier will consider for you what happens 20 years later. HQ Mount ballasted pv system is one of these systems. Because it’s not attached to the roof, so it’s easy to be moved as well. Or if 10 years later the roof needs to add something new like a conditioner this solar flat roof won’ t be a headache.

HQ Mount East-West Ballasted Mounting System

But to choose a good ballasted system with the following factors:

1, The ballasted system engineers need to design based on wind speed snow load, etc to make sure the strength is enough

2, Where to locate the solar roofing system is also important not to have shadows and affect the solar power generation.

3, The material of the solar ballasted mounting system is what makes sure it can stand outdoors for 30 years.