Wind-Loading and Tilted panels on roofs [RE-wrenches]

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In a message dated 2/18/2005 1:14:46 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,  
solarsisterj at yahoo.com writes:

Unfortunately this is the only good solar access on the property...but  we 
have concerns about the wind-loading.






Solar thermal installs often seem to be pitched this way and that at  various 
angles always trying to get the best (perfect) orientation. Always ugly  and 
dangerous- yes wind load and damage to structure and modules.
 
I always do a flush roof mounts. If angle is too weird or compromised -I go  
elsewhere.
 
Sometimes its better to use a bit more pv to compensate for a less than  
ideal orientation.
 
I know this may violate gospel- But in the real world we need to  survive.
 
Don Loweburg

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