Solar panel slip seams

Can a slip sheet damage a solar racking system?

However, this configuration can cause wear and tear to the roof due to the weight and movement of the panels and panel support structure. Slip sheets are sacrificial rubber or plastic sheets designed for installation between the base mounts of the solar racking system and the surface of the roof.

What are solar slip sheets & how do they work?

They protect the roof from damage caused by the solar array and prevent excessive heat buildup on the roofing surface. In contrast to the temporary materials used to protect roofs during the initial construction of the solar power system, slip sheets stay on the roof surface for the entire life of the system.

How do you seal a solar panel seam?

Later, your installer can apply a liquid sealant to the ends of cut rubber lengths and apply a flat, T-shaped cap over the intersections. Most solar panel seam gaskets are made of EPDM, a synthetic rubber that resists sunlight, ozone, oxygen, weather, water, and a wide range of outdoor temperatures.

How do you cut a slip sheet for a solar power system?

Using state-of-the-art knife cutting, waterjet cutting, and laser cutting technologies, our experts cut rubber/PVC, EPDM, or any other custom material needed for slip sheets to match the footprint of the particular solar power system. We offer the following cutting capabilities: