740 Saw Sika SolarMount-1 Field Experiences

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Sika SolarMount-1
PV-System Sika SolarMount-1

in Action
Development and use of Sika SolarMount-1 (SSM1)
The aerodynamic mounting system SSM1 was developed for
the successful long term use of PV installations with singleply membranes from Sika. Numerous simulations and tests in
the lab and wind tunnel prepared us for the first field trials.
So far SSM1 installations with a cumulative nominal power
of ca. 5 MWp were installed covering 90,000 m of Sika
membrane. The correct membrane selection is of highest
importance since ideally it should not be replaced during the
expected service life of the PV installation. Periodic roof
maintenance, based on a defined plan, is advisable.
As well as the classic orientation of the PV panels towards the
South it is also possible to build East-West orientated installations with SSM1. With this constellation energy production
is possible in early morning and later in the afternoon, thanks
to the West orientation of the other half of the PV panel
array. The midday peak of a South oriented installation is
reduced, which leads to a better match with the consumption
profile of typical projects. In addition many more PV panels
can be put onto the same roof, with only little loss due to the
non-optimised orientation to East and West.
Field Trials with Sika SolarMount-1
The majority of SSM1 installations were carried out in Germany, with some in other parts of Europe, on mechanically
fastened Sika membranes. Although gravel ballasted roofs
can be an option.
The next expansion will be fully adhered membrane roofs.
This application type is in preparation and should come to field
testing in the near future.
Attachment of SSM1 onto Sikas single-ply
membrane
The most important factor for Sika is the safe and sound
integration of the PV installation on the roof build-up. The key
element is the Sika-developed injection moulded, in-house
produced fastener Sika SolarClick. It is produced with similar
compounds as the membranes and is to be hot-air welded
with the membrane on site. Usually every SSM1 mount is mechanically connected with four Sika SolarClicks. Depending on
the wind loads and the position on the roof there can be just 2
Sika SolarClicks. In this case the mount is on four supporting
plates made of the same material which are connected to the
mount, they remove the need for two Sika SolarClicks.
Design of Sika SolarMount-1

The design of the connection of SSM1 on the Sika single-ply
membranes is based on wind tunnel tests by the highly specialised Ruscheweyh-Consult GmbH. Their design guidelines are applied exclusively by Centroplan GmbH who calculates for every
single project, depending on the building size and the local wind
conditions. An important feature and part of SSM1s safety
concept is the fact that vertical forces to the mounting system
and the membrane are limited to zero. This can be achieved by
the combined use of Sika SolarClicks and paving blocks that
are placed on the base of the mounts as ballast. This measure
avoids wind lifting of the whole PV installation in the case of
mechanically fastened membranes and protects membrane and
fasteners, as well as the PV panels, from long term damage
caused by wind.
Installation
SSM1 is a flexible system thanks to several variants for 1 to 8
PV modules. It can adapt to the given roof shape or be placed
around obstacles such as roof lights etc. There are few components involved and installation is easy and quick.
Sika SolaRoof
Under the label Sika SolaRoof Sika can offer all of the required roof materials for a reliable roof build-up. This includes
the core product, the waterproofing membranes as well as vapour control layers (e.g. Sarnavap), high compressive strength
thermal insulation boards (e.g. Sikatherm), fasteners, metal
sheets, adhesives, gullies and other accessories like lightning
rod connectors and man-safe protection materials.
Durability
The criteria for issuing a Sika guarantee and the determination
of its duration (max. 20 years) in the case of new membrane
installation or refurbishment with SSM1 are as follows:
Type and thickness of the Sika membrane
Compression strength of the thermal insulation
PV design, installation layout, ballasting plans and lightning
protection concept by Centroplan GmbH
The installation of both membranes and Sika SolarClick needs
to be carried out by a Sika certified installer
The installation of the electrical components of the project
(PV panels, inverters, cables etc.) as well as all other components of the SSM1 needs to be carried out by a qualified PV
installer
Job site acceptance reports for roof and PV installation
SSM1 installations on existing Sika membranes are possible up
to a membrane age of 3 years. Nevertheless in this case a Sika
guarantee for SSM1 is not possible but the material compatibility between membrane and Sika SolarClick can be stated, and
the initial membrane guarantee can go on as planned.
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Sika SolarMount-1
SELECTION OF PICTURES SHOWING SSM1 PROJECTS AND DETAILS
Installation with PV panels oriented to South
Installation with PV panels oriented East-West
Sika SolarMount-1 before mounting of wind deflectors and PV modules
Attaching of the membrane by gravel ballast
The SSM1 mount is placed on the Sika SolarClick fasteners
Installed SSM1 arrays with aero dynamic wind deflectors
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Sika SolarMount-1
Completed projects with SSM1

The table shows the SSM1 installations in Germany and other countries completed by early February 2014:
Location of installation
Building type
D = Germany / B = Belgium
CZ = Czech Republic / E = Spain
Sika single-ply membrane
Data concerning SSM1 PV installation
Thickness
[mm]
Fastening
Orientation
Nominal
Power [kWp]
Roof Area
[m]
Number of
Sika SolarClick
Installation date
FPO Membranes
Kassel, D
Shopping Center
2.0
Gravel
South
107.8
2'500
1'712
November 2012
Beverstedt, D
Logistic Center
1.8
Mechanical
South
999.9
1'8000
8'724
March 2013
Gangelt, D
Distribution Center
1.8
Mechanical
South
71.52
1'780
1'140
April 2013
Everswinkel, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
99.45
1'380
585
May 2013
Essen-Burgaltendorf, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
90.27
1'015
531
May 2013
Herten, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South /
East-West
409.75
14'130
5'169
June 2013
Madrid, E
Production Building
2.0
Mechanical
South
11
200
80
Juli 2013
Erwitte, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
140.5
1'580
843
July 2013
Wickede-Ruhr, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
133.5
1'650
801
July 2013
Werl, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
97.5
1'525
585
July 2013
Issum, D
Small Business
2.0
Mechanical
East-West
16.5
310
264
July 2013
Bad Bederkesa, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
94.25
1'700
1'812
September 2013
Hilden, D
Shop
2.0
Mechanical
East-West
112
1'638
672
September 2013
Stuttgart, D
Shop
2.0
Mechanical
East-West
88
1'437
525
September 2013
Bochum, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
108
1'411
648
October 2013
Velbert, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
121.5
1'528
729
October 2013
Fahrdorf, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
87
1'623
1'448
October 2014
Burghausen, D
Residential
Mechanical
South
115
60
November 2013
Knzel, D
Residential
Mechanical
South
8.75
185
105
December 2013
Berlin, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
97.9
1'388
576
December 2013
Essen-Holsterhausen, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
62.7
1'444
738
December 2013
Berlin, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
57.2
1'104
660
December 2013
Berlin, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
59.8
1'092
690
December 2013
Marburg, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
East-West
170
1'849
1'020
January 2014
Schwbisch-Hall, D
Shop
Mechanical
East-West
86
1'320
516
January 2014
Berlin-Kladow, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
64.3
1'170
768
January 2014
Bad Schartau, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
82.9
1'495
957
January 2014
Jette, B
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
30
750
750
January 2014
Sant Joan Despi, E
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
70.3
1'400
1'500
January 2014
Lbeck, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
82.3
1'500
987
February 2014
Kempen, D
Wholesale Center
1.5
Mechanical
South
999.9
20'000
10'912
March 2013
Bad Waldsee, D
Shop
1.8
Mechanical
South
99.2
2'500
1'044
April 2013
Kelsterbach, D
Shop
1.5
Mechanical
East-West
114
1'465
912
August 2013
Moravsk Budjovice, CZ
Residential
1.5
Mechanical
South
8.5
150
144
September 2013
Geilenkirchen, D
Fitness Center
Mechanical
South
21.0
416
287
November 2013
Our most current General Sales Conditions shall apply.

Please consult the Data Sheet prior to any use and processing.
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CH-8048 Zrich
Switzerland
Contact
Phone +41 58 436 40 40
Fax
+41 58 436 78 99
www.sika.com
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Sika at work

PV-System Sika SolarMount-1

Design of Sika SolarMount-1

SELECTION OF PICTURES SHOWING SSM1 PROJECTS AND DETAILS

Installation with PV panels oriented to South

Installation with PV panels oriented East-West

Sika SolarMount-1 before mounting of wind deflectors and PV modules

Attaching of the membrane by gravel ballast

The SSM1 mount is placed on the Sika SolarClick fasteners

Installed SSM1 arrays with aero dynamic wind deflectors

Completed projects with SSM1

Sika single-ply membrane

Data concerning SSM1 PV installation

Sant Joan Despi, E

Our most current General Sales Conditions shall apply.

Sika Services AG / Roofing/ CMDL / 11. 2013 / 740 / ID: 46151

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