DIN standard for greater safety in PV and solar systems - Although it has long been clear that solar energy must be a key pillar of the energy transition, there is currently no DIN standard for PV and solar systems on roofs. This is set to change soon. A separate standards committee is now working on creating an appropriate regulation. Michael Hacker from Premium Mounting Technologies is contributing the expertise from Stadtsteinach to this committee. PMT Managing Director Peter Grass is also involved.
"For us, this is a long overdue and valuable step in the right direction," says Michael Hacker after the committee's first meetings. The topic of PV was initially intended to be part of the roof accessories area. However, it has been confirmed that the subject area is too diverse and complex and justifies the expertise of a separate committee.
Following the establishment of the committee in September 2021 and the inaugural meeting, the work now begins on the content. In subgroups, the committee members will determine the necessary minimum requirements for the planning, dimensioning and installation of solar energy systems over the coming months. Additive and integrated photovoltaics, PV systems and solar thermal energy on flat and pitched roofs and façades are to be taken into account where appropriate.
"If we can establish sustainable standards on the market, this will promote the safety of systems in the future and thus protect consumers. A goal that we are happy to work towards," confirms Peter Grass.
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The standards committee NA 005-02-20 AA "PV and solar systems on or on roofs" was founded in September 2021. Its aim is to define requirements for the planning, dimensioning and execution of solar systems and to create a standardization. PMT as a permanent member, represented by Michael Hacker, and 20 experts from the construction technology and solar technology work sectors are involved in this working committee of the German Institute for Standardization. Guests, including Peter Grass, provide support with their input from the industry.
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