The US mounting systems supplier said its new product is designed to fit both Cee and Zee purlin frame structures. It features a bottom-facing adjustment screw.
Colorado-based metal roof fastener company S-5! has introduced a new clamp for solar carport applications.
The new product, called S-5-CP, is designed to fit both Cee and Zee purlin frame constructions, while also eliminating the need for drilling holes.
Cee and Zee purlins are cold-formed steel members used in the secondary frames of metal buildings to support roof and wall panels. C purlins are symmetrical and often used for walls and smaller roof systems, while Z purlins provide greater strength and can be lapped to allow for longer or more complex spans.
“Carport solar is one of the fastest growing segments in mounting technology,” says Rob Haddock, S-5! CEO and founder. “The S-5-CP clamp allows engineers and installers to design stronger, simpler and more cost-effective solar carport systems using trusted S-5! technology.”
The new clamp fits with the company’s PVKIT, a solar mounting solution for rail-less installation of solar panels. It has a bottom-facing adjustment screw, allowing installation from underneath the canopy.
According to the product’s torque charts, the torque when tightening on 16-gauge steel should be between 18 and 20 Nm.
“Unlike proprietary full-system carport packages, which often come with premium pricing, the S-5-CP clamp gives engineers and contractors the flexibility to design their own systems and select desired purlins and spacing, reducing costs without sacrificing performance,” the company concluded. “The design offers faster installation, superior strength and long-term reliability, while protecting against corrosion.”
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