[RE-wrenches] Are PV Systems Mechanical Equipment?

[benn kilburn]

Jason,
Mechanical generally describes 'moving parts'. Is there something in the FBC definitions that would cut PV some slack based on this?  
Does it define 'mechanical'?
Unless I guess in the case of adjustable or tracker arrays, which doesn't sound like your issue. 

benn
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On 2013-01-31, at 1:44 PM, "Jason Szumlanski" <jason at fafcosolar.com> wrote:

> The Florida Building Code definitions of "equipment" and "appliances" in the Mechanical Code do not include solar arrays, yet some building officials insist on applying provisions of the mechanical code. Specifically, we get quite a few comments about mounting height above the roof and permanent access ladders and platforms. What is your experience in your state, and do you consider solar arrays to be "mechanical equipment."
> 
> (If you have any ammo specific to FBC 2010 that I can use, I'd be happy to get your thoughts off-list).
> 
> Jason Szumlanski 
> Fafco Solar 
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