The project features an impressive 170 Kw/h photovoltaic (PV) array on a Merchant & Evans ZIP-RIB architectural/ structural standing seam metal roof. The UCA is the first university in Argentina to install solar PV to comply with Law No. 27,191, which establishes the use of at least 7% of its electricity consumption via renewable energy sources for buildings housing dense populations.
Aesthetically, the solar array is low-profile and aligns flush with the new metal roof due to S-5!’s direct-attach™ method. The PVKIT solar attachments are securely mounted directly onto the seams of the roof, eliminating the need for a traditional rail system. By eliminating rails, the result is an aestheticallypleasing, zero-penetration system that preserves the roof structure and does not void roof warranties. The array even provides autonomous lighting at outdoor meeting points in the event of a power outage.
By adopting solar technology, the UCA was able to supplement 7% of the building’s power demand and produce energy to feed into its electrical system, resulting in a more energy-efficient building that’s now compliant with the law.
By adding solar PV, the university was able to supplement 7% of its post-graduate school’s electricity consumption – as required by law – enabling the UCA to positively impact the environment and pioneer the way for other academic institutions. The PVKIT and S-5-Z Mini provided an aesthetically-pleasing, cost-effective PV mounting solution―saving the customer time and money on installation and materials.
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The S-5-Z (“Z” stands for Zip-Rib) is specially designed for round “bulb” seam configurations. Mount snow guards and other heavy-duty applications to “bulb” seam configurations, such as Zip-Rib®, BEMO, Kalzip® and other similar profiles. Easily install the two-piece clamp anywhere along the length of the rib.
The Z Mini clamp is a more economical solution for lighter-duty attachments where Herculean holding strength is not required.
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