Environmental Design + Construction - October 2008 - (Page 36) Cool Roofing Colorful solar panels are featured on a highend residential building. Top Line Performance • A Clean Great Looking Roof Line • Meets Attic Ventilation Requirements of All Nationally Recognized Building Codes • UL Class A Fire Rating • Sustainable Building Product • Easy to Install-Nails Included • Nail Gunnable Bottom Line Results • Value Priced to Save You Money • Energy Saving Product Other key considerations include: • Roof type. • Roof age. • Structural framing system. • Manufacturer’s guarantee. • Accessibility. • Equipment. • Geographical location. The type of roofing system, its age and condition can impact solar system performance. You do not want a solar system that outlasts the roof on which it is installed, nor do you want to install a system on a roof that does not have the ability to carry the load. If the roof is guaranteed, the manufacturer may have additional installation requirements. The space for the solar installation needs to be put in context with other rooftop equipment requirements, such as exhaust fans and communications equipment. Solar systems are only as effective as the amount of light they receive to power them. Any obstruction that provides unwanted shade needs to be evaluated, as does the geographic area in which a building is located. Before embarking on a solar project, it is important to work with a knowledgeable manufacturer or solar integrator who understands your roofing asset and works with you to develop solar solutions that help you reach your project goals. CR Brad Burdic is Manager Sales & Marketing North America for Ecostream, which custom designs and builds high-quality solar energy projects. For more information, visit www.ecostream.us. Call today to add value and performance to your bottom line. 800.745.1408 www.roofsaver.com READER SERVICE NO. 176 WWW.EDCMAG.COM/WEBCARD 36 Cool Roofing > Fall 2008 http://www.roofsaver.com http://www.ecostream.us http://www.roofsaver.com http://www.EDCmag.com/webcard
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