Tag: Roof Tech
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How new solar mounts reduce install risks and roof time
The lack of certified / qualified solar installers is a big storyline in the industry. As more training and apprenticeship programs ramp up, established solar companies can also ease solar installations for installers of all skill levels with newer mounting systems. Many rooftop mounting manufacturers have enhanced their product lines in ways that make installation……
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What to see at Intersolar and Energy Storage North America 2024
Sure, the ball dropping in Times Square is fun, but in solar, the New Year doesn’t really start until Intersolar North America and Energy Storage North America. The 2024 edition is taking place January 17-19, 2024, at the San Diego Convention Center. “With our new experiential activities and resources, 2024 attendees will gain value beyond the exhibit……
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The waterproof flexible flashing of Roof Tech’s AlphaSeal
Every homeowner recognizes the value of having a roof over their head, and how vital it is to have leak-free roofing that retains its integrity over time. When installers of PV systems are required to drill holes into rafters, it can damage shingles and allow rain and snow to permeate the roof and cause leaks….…
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Basics of butyl for rooftop solar installers
Rooftop solar mounting techniques have evolved a lot over the decades. Yesterday’s best practices have a habit of becoming today’s nightmares. There was the “goop and a prayer” era, of course, which led to the metal pipe flashing era. Shoving that metal flashing underneath roof shingles introduced new problems.Those issues with rigid metal flashing have……
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Five ways Roof Tech delivers value for residential solar installers
Faster Installation Means Less Time on the Roof | Roof Tech’s rail-less mounting systems weigh less and use fewer parts, so it’s easier to set up every job. There’s no need to pull up shingles or hunt for rafters: simply place mounting bases exactly where they need to be, screw in the 3/16” stainless wood……