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Big metal roofs are ideal for solar - if the structure is sound.
Image: FRA 7, Maxdorf (P1100559) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Factories and sheds in the Urla, Siltara and Bhanpuri belt have vast roofs. Solar in Raipur on sheet roofs needs a few special checks.
Quick answer: get a structural assessment, use clamps made for the sheet profile, seal fixings and plan fire safety.
| Item | Why |
|---|---|
| Purlin spacing and condition | Carries the load |
| Sheet thickness and corrosion | Fixing strength |
| Wind exposure | Uplift design |
| Fire access | Safety |
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Clean regularly and inspect fixings after storms.
| Item | Approx. weight |
|---|---|
| Panels and rails | 10 - 14 kg per sq m |
| Wind uplift allowance | Per local code |
| Maintenance load | Walkways recommended |
A structural engineer's note and a method statement from the installer are inexpensive protection.
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Yes, with strength checks and the right clamps.
Not with proper fixing and sealing.
Use certified parts and clear access.
About 12 to 15 kg per square metre with structure, depending on design.
A structural engineer.
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