Raising the roof on reducing liability risks

Reducing Liability Risks in Rooftop PV Installations

The installation of photovoltaic systems, particularly on flat rooftops, presents significant liability risks if not executed correctly. AEROCOMPACT addresses these risks by combining structural compliance, advanced engineering tools, and integrated safety solutions to ensure proper planning and execution.

Why Safe Installation Practices Matter

Improperly installed PV systems can lead to property damage or personal injury, holding planners and installers civilly and criminally liable. Key concerns include:

• Lack of harmonized standards for flat roof PV systems, making EN 1090 compliance essential.
• Inadequate structural verification or reliance on default planning software settings.
• Poorly secured modules increasing fall and weather-related risks.

Engineering Precision & Software Support

To mitigate risks, AEROCOMPACT has developed AEROTOOL, a leading PV planning software that ensures:

• Comprehensive project-specific structural analysis using FEM simulations.
• Optimized component selection based on snow/wind loads, building factors, and local standards.
• Automatic test routines and nightly verification to validate static calculations and software updates.

Technology-Driven Risk Reduction

AEROCOMPACT integrates safety directly into system design by offering:

• Integrated lightning protection tested up to 100,000 amperes for roof-mounted air rods.
• Fall protection systems developed with Innotech, including rail-based and cable-based options for improved space efficiency and safety.
• Modular SN2 mounting systems with flexible ballast configurations for secure rooftop anchoring.

Training, Traceability & Continuous Support

To support quality and safety:

• New users receive comprehensive onboarding for AEROTOOL.
• A dedicated software support team assists with complex planning scenarios.
• Regular customer feedback informs continuous software enhancements.

By emphasizing regulation-compliant planning, digital optimization, and installer education, AEROCOMPACT helps ensure safe, efficient, and legally secure rooftop PV installations.

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