Flat Roof Orientation

From the outset a building is deemed elementally minimalist based on its elongated form and perfectly linear roof.

Flat roof orientation.

An optimum tilt angle and orientation of your solar panels on a flat roof will ensure top energy production performance of your system. Just enough slope to drain water but also flat enough to be a problem if not constructed properly. Solar panels are most effective when installed on south facing roofs. Architects are still attracted to the elegance that flat roofs bring to a piece of architecture and for good reason.

The archetypal flat roof even today is largely associated with the mid century modern aesthetic. Both versions the system s for the traditional south facing orientation and the ew variant for maximum east west coverage deliver outstanding economy. The s flex leichtmount rail mounting system for framed pv modules is the ideal solution for flat roofs up to a maximum pitch of 5 even with a low load bearing capacity. Any new flat roof skylights cannot project outwards more than 150 mm from the existing roof plane.

An easy way to determine the direction that your roof faces is to use google maps. Only top manufacturers give warranties on panels installed at an angle of fewer than two degrees. No alteration must be higher than the existing roof.