BauderSOLAR G LIGHT
Biosolar photovoltaic mounting system
BauderSOLAR G LIGHT is an integrated solar PV mounting system specifically for Bauder biodiverse or extensive green roofs with RBM, hot melt or single ply waterproofing soutions.
When to specify
Our Biosolar system is an integrated solution for mounting photovoltaic renewable energy on a green roof or a blue roof where the substrate and vegetation provide the ballasted installation mechanism to secure the array.
The system is suitable for both new build construction and retrofit projects. This system allows for the entire roof area to qualify as a green roof, and if a biodiversity vegetation finish is elected for, this can further enhance the BREEAM credit rating for the roof element.
Key features
- No roof penetrations as substrate and vegetation ballast the PV array.
- Maximises solar output and allows the entire roof to qualify as a biodiverse green roof.
- Maximises solar energy generation as green roof preserves ambient rooftop temperatures, keeping the modules at optimal output. The cooling effect increases panel output by up to 5%.
- Raised modules allow light and moisture under the panels and the creation of a variety of habitats supporting a greater range of plant species and small invertebrates.
- Single point responsibility for the waterproofing, green roof and PV installation.
- Increased module space between substrate and panels reduces the risk of panel damage during green roof maintenance.
Benefits
- Where a green roof and solar are required BioSolar allows the whole roof area to be vegetated as well as maximising PV output.
- Allows easy maintenance beneath the front end of modules where vegetation is likely to be strongest and cause shading.
- The Flora 3 seedmix is specifically designed to work beneath the PV modules.
- A cost-effective solution when compared against mechanically fixed installations.
- No additional ballast is needed.
BauderSOLAR G LIGHT
In-depth and up-to-date product-specific technical data is available for each element within a system.
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BauderSOLAR G Light
Recommended planting mix: BauderGREEN Flora Seed Mixes.
Function
Anchor Board | BauderSOLAR DSE 40
Approvals, certification and guarantees
- The system has NHBC approval.
- A comprehensive range of guarantee packages to fulfil cover requirements for the project (dependent on system/product selection). For more information contact our technical department for a sample guarantee outlining cover level, terms and conditions.
- Meets all relevant EU standards.
Environmental credentials
- Entire roof qualifies as biodiverse green roof.
- Uses 100% recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE) baseboard.
- Enhances biodiversity of green roof.
- Renewable energy generation.
FAQs
The exact system weight will vary depending on ballast requirements and system specification but the average BioSOLAR solution will weigh approximately 175kg/m2*. *Weight includes waterproofing membranes, insulation, green roof system and solar modules.
- Bauder BioSOLAR is designed to be used with our Biodiverse green roof solutions
- BauderFlora 3 is specifically formulated to provide a biodiverse planting mix to meet most UK local biodiversity action plans
- If your scheme has specific planting requirements please contact our technical team to discuss options
Modules are installed at 10° pitch to reduce windload impacts and therefore ballast requirements.
Installing as an East/West orientation will both reduce windload impacts and therefore costs of mounting system/ballast. It also allows for more of the green roof to receive direct sunlight which leads to better vegetation cover.
Yes – BioSolar is universal for framed modules up to 1.9m length.
The units can be installed on roof pitches up to 10° on single ply & up to 5° on Bituminous membranes. The BioSOLAR system can be installed on roofs up to 3°.
No. We are not able to verify or warranty the bond or ballast requirements to non-Bauder roof systems. For BioSOLAR, we need to ensure that our substrate is used as this is the ballast material. If an alternative substrate was used this could erode allowing the modules to lift & we would be unable to provide windload calculations.
- BioSOLAR can be used on substrate based extensive and biodiverse green roofs
- Bauderflora 3 seed mix is specifically designed to work with BioSOLAR applications
- The panels are all MCS accredited
- Flat roof mounting units are not currently included in MCS certification
Unless it is specifically designed for green roofs then it is likely to fail from both a green roof and solar PV perspective.
Additional information
Installation and maintenance
The quality and experience of the installing operative is paramount to ensuring a successful project. Bauder Approved Contractors are the only people fully trained and certified to install our products. They provide the necessary experience that our exceptional guarantee demands.
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Each project is unique in its requirements and we have examples of our work available for you to look at. If you are looking for the right roof system, then get in touch with our team to discuss your project’s individual needs.
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