Mounting Methods Overview

Mounting Methods for Roofs

Mounting Methods for Roofs Naps has developed a low cost and easy-to-install methods of attaching solar modules to roofs. Some of our more standard solutions for standard solar modules are shown below:

Sloping Roofs
For existing sloping roofs we have developed a mounting system called Slide-In. The mounting system leaves an air gap between the modules and the roof to aid module cooling. This reduces the module operating temperature thus increasing the efficiency of electricity production. Also we have a range of mounting hooks that do not require drilling through the roof material.

A totally smooth surfaced and low-profile solar roof installation can be achieved using our integrated system with special module frames.

Flat Roofs
Existing flat roofs are normally fitted with standard size framed solar modules with standard support structures to achieve the required tilt. Special single module mountings are also available for this purpose. In either case, the flat roof needs some strengthening to take increased weight and also the maximum wind loading on the tilted modules (i.e. to prevent them tearing up their roof fixings, and part of the roof at the same time).

Mounting Methods for Walls

Facades over existing walls are normally done with standard module sizes and specially-developed mounting structures. Naps has the Drop-In mounting profile for cases where modules are mounted 'upright' (long side vertical) and the Hook-On structure for cases where the modules are mounted 'sideways' (long side horizontal). Both provide a small air gap between the solar modules and the building wall. This reduces the module operating temperature and increases working efficiency.

Drop-In facade structure for modules with a special slim frame, giving an extremely simple installation method and, in the rare cases that it is needed, easy maintenance or module replacement.

Hook-On Structure for facades where special hooks are attached to the back of a module. These locate on to bolts in a U channel mounted on the wall. As with the Drop-In structure, modules can easily be removed after installation. To prevent theft, a special locking mechanism can be provided.

General purpose Step Profile
Naps Step Profile is a versatile Slide-In mounting system that allows the mounting of standard modules in a variety of locations that our other mounting systems do not cover. It may be mounted either vertically or horizontally.