Tile pavement is a classic surface used for terraces and lofts in urban buildings.
On this type of surface, when installing photovoltaic systems with PV module structures, it is simple to avoid damaging the roof and ensuring the panels and supports do not slide.
Installations using the Vela system at 5° and 11° inclinations are perfect for “more energy in less space”.
In fact, the Vela system is specifically designed and engineered to optimize use of all available surface area, even on very narrow roofs. Precisely because of its “sail” shape in which the panels are arranged consecutively, with up to 3 rows possible for 5° inclinations and up to 6 rows for 11° inclinations, all the space between rows of panels that is generally left free for shading can instead be used.
This method does not limit flexibility either: rows of panels can be easily interrupted to get around obstacles on the roof.
The Vela system makes it possible to install 20% more photovoltaic modules than a traditional support-structure system.
In addition, the ballasts of the Vela system used in shorter “sails” or single rows make it possible to adapt any installation to its surroundings by easily circumventing obstacles. The front of the plant can also be raised by up to 60 cm, making it even easier to avoid shadows cast by other structures on the surface such as parapets, chimneys or skylights.
Problems of limited space are very common, making it difficult for a photovoltaic plant to achieve its production targets, especially on the roofs of apartment buildings or houses. Sun Ballast’s Vela system offers an ideal solution for self-production of renewable energy.
Space optimization
Maximum power in less space
Fast to install
High wind resistance
Cost KW drastically reduced
Flexibility
