SAFE AND SECURE FIXING FOR PV WITH KINGSPAN POWERPLUS

A Kingspan roof system completes FM4478 testing.

With the huge increase in photovoltaics being installed on both newbuild and existing buildings, Kingspan Insulated Panels has developed a unique fixing system to ensure that this can be done both safely and securely. The Kingspan PowerPlus KS1000RW System has been rigorously tested to FM4478, this system comprises of the QuadCore KS1000RW Roof Panel, the PoweRail RW, and a Longi PV module.

Kingspan PowerRail RW exploded view

This marks the first step in Kingspan’s journey to offer a full range of solar solutions tested to the relevant FM Approvals standards. The FM Approvals certification mark verifies that a product meets its stated conditions of performance, safety, and quality. FM4478 states the approval requirements for rigid PV modules that are installed with a roof assembly. To achieve certification, the assembly is tested in a number of ways, including being subjected to fire from above the structural deck, simulated wind uplift, hail damage, along with electrical performance and safety.

Kingspan PowerRail RW

The Kingspan PoweRail RW component.
Kingspan PoweRail RW fixes directly to the external profile of the roof panel. A major benefit of using this fixing system is that the Kingspan Panel Warranty is not compromised*. Expert technical design support is available to ensure the best configuration for your building.
Kingspan’s RW profile insulated panel systems are used on roofs all over Ireland, and PoweRail RW can be used to retrofit existing roofs with PV, as well as helping to meet the current requirements for PV on new buildings, making solar PV module installation faster, simpler and more robust. This simple but effective fixing method helps to maintain the integrity of the roof and, with a manufacturer warranty of up to 25 years, carries an assurance of performance to provide peace of mind for specifiers, installers and building owners alike.

Additionally, the PoweRail RW has MCS certification: MCS 012 – Pitched Roof Installation Kits, which includes quality management, and third-party resistance to wind uplift and weathertightness testing.

*Warranty subject to Terms and Conditions, please contact Kingspan Technical team for more information.

For further information, contact:
IRE: +353 (0) 42 9698 500
Web: www.kingspanpanels.ie
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/kingspan-insulated-panels

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Michael McDonnell Managing Editor of Irish Construction Industry Magazine & Plan Magazine

Email: michael@irishconstruction.com      WWW.MCDMEDIA.IE 

 

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