Photovoltaics and Profiled Sheeting

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An increasing number of rural businesses are earning extra income by fitting microgeneration systems, such as photovoltaics (PV), onto existing roofs. In this article Andrew Brown, Profiled Sheeting Technical Manager, gives advice about fitting PV panels onto fibre cement profiled sheeting.

In comparison to other microgeneration technologies, PV is a preferred option with many customers looking for an extra income. There are fewer planning requirements compared to wind generation and once on the roof, PV panels are often out of sight and have minimal visual impact on the surrounding countryside.

As a manufacturer of fibre cement profiled sheeting, Marley Eternit is concerned that building owners are compromising their roof structures when installing PV panels onto existing systems because they do not understand the behaviour of the roof covering and support structure.

If you decide to fit PV panels to an existing roofing material, it is important to check that your roof is able to support the additional loadings they impose. To find out more, click here to read the full article and see advice from Andrew Brown about the key points to consider when fixing PV panels on top of a fibre cement roof.
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  • Rebecca Farren - Marley Eternit

    If you decide to fit PV panels to an existing roofing material, it is vitally important to check that your roof is able to support the additional loadings they impose.

    3:02PM 15 Mar