Non-Penetrative
Flush Installation Guide
Code-Compliant Planning and Installation Guide V 5.2
Complying with AS/NZS 1170.2:2021
Last Updated - Oct. 2024
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The Clenergy PVezRack® SolarRoof has been developed
as a universal PV-mounting system for roof-mounting
on pitched and flat roofs. The use of patented
aluminium base rails and Z-Module technology enables
fast and easy installation.
Please review this manual thoroughly before installing
PVezRack® SolarRoof. This manual provides:
1) Supporting documentation for building permit
applications relating to PVezRack® SolarRoof Universal
PV Module Mounting System,
2) Planning and installation instructions.
The PVezRack® SolarRoof parts, when installed in
accordance with this guide, will be structurally sound
and will meet the AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 standard. During
installation, and especially when working on the roof,
please comply with the appropriate Occupational
Health and Safety regulations. Please also pay attention
to any other relevant State or Federal regulations.
Please check that you are using the latest version of the
Installation Manual, which you can do by contacting
Clenergy Australia via email on tech@clenergy.com.au,
or contacting your local distributor in Australia.
Product Warranty:
Please refer PVezRack® Product Warranty on our
website.
Introduction
Complying with all applicable local or national
building codes, including any updates that may
supersede this manual;
Ensuring that PVezRack® and other products are
appropriate for the particular installation and the
installation environment;
Using only PVezRack® parts and installer-supplied
parts as specified by PVezRack® (substitution of parts
may void the warranty and invalidate the letter of
certification);
Recycling: Recycle according to the local relative
statue;
Removal: Reverse installation process;
Ensuring that there are no less than two professionals
working on the panel installation;
Ensuring the installation of related electrical
equipment is performed by licenced electricians;
Ensuring safe installation of all electrical aspects of
the PV array. This includes adequate earth bonding of
the PV array and PVezRack® SolarRoof components
as required in AS/NZS 5033: 2021.
Ensuring that the roof, its rafters/purlins, connections
and other structural support members can support
the array under building live load conditions;
Verifying the compatibility of the installation
considering preventing electrochemical corrosion
between dissimilar metals. This may occur between
structures and the building and also between
structures, fasteners and PV modules, as detailed in
AS/NZS 5033: 2021;
Verifying atmospheric corrosivity zone of installation
site by referring to AS 4312-2008 or consulting local
construction business to determine appropriate
products and installations.
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The installer is solely responsible for:
List of contents
Introduction
Planning
Tools & Component list
System Overview
Installation Instructions
Certification
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Planning
Determine the type of concealed roof
The best way to identify the type of concealed roof installed is to check the label normally located underneath the
roofing sheet. Otherwise, you can contact the builder or check the building plan to find out the exact type of the
roofing sheet.
Notes:
1) Use of the Clenergy Klip-lok brackets is accredited only on the roof sheet types listed below;
2) If the roof sheet type (brand and model) cannot be identified, it is recommended to undertake on-site pull-out
capacity test;
3) Klip-lok bracket can be direct contact with the majority of roof sheet without use of stand-off material between
bracket and roof sheet. Please verify the roof sheet material and its compatibility with bracket (material: anodized
aluminium) from the roof sheet manufacturer or refer the Clenergy Technical Bulletin of Dissimilar Metals (available on
request) for the details.
4) Roof testing of ER-I-34 was completed without using EPDM between roofing sheet and bracket, therefore the
generic spacing information for ER-I-34 cannot be applied if EPDM or similar rubber is used between roofing sheet and
bracket. In case EPDM or similar rubber is required under Klip-lok bracket for concealed roof installation, please use a
different Klip-lok bracket (such as ER-I-09), if this is approved for your specific roofing sheet. An alternative option is to
complete a site specific uplift test using ER-I-34 with EPDM based on which a project specific Engineering Certificate
can be issued.
(1) Lysaght Klip Lok 700 Classic (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-09)
(2) Lysaght Klip-Lok 700 High Strength (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-09)
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(4) Stramit Speed Deck Ultra (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-09)
(5) Stramit Speed Deck 500 (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-09)
(3) Lysaught Klip-Lok 406 (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-32/AU)
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(7) Stratco Topdeck 700 (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-09)
(8) Metroll Metlok 700 (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-09)
(6) Fielders Kingklip 700 (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-09)
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(10) Revolution Maxline 340 (Interface: ER-I-34)
(11) Steeline Lokdek 680 (Interface: ER-I-34)
(9) Metroll Metlok 500 (Interface: ER-I-34)
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Note:
when using ER-I-34 for longline 305 roof sheet installation, please refer to generic note 3 in the engineering letter to
apply for interface spacing reduction based on those for ER-I-29/AU.
(13) Rev-Klip 700 (Interface: ER-I-34)
(14) Lysaght LongLine 305 (Interface: ER-I-34, ER-I-29/AU)
(12) Steeline Steel-Rib 500 (ST28) (Interface: ER-I-34)
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Determine the wind region of your installation site
Central Australia is now classified as Wind Region A0
and Terrain Classification 2 instead of Wind Region
A4.
Region A1, previously most of the South coast of
Australia, now is divided into Regions A1 and A5.
Tasmania is now Region A4.
Region B has been divided into regions B1 and B2.
This will affect installations in Northern NSW, Gold
Coast, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and Gladstone.
Region B1 was increased to include more inland cities
around Brisbane. This will likely mean extra structural
requirements such as extra rail for installs.
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Wind regions are pre-defined for the whole of Australia by the Australian Standard 1170.2:2021. Comparing to
1170.2:2011, 2021 version has a lot of changes in wind regions.
Wind Regions – Australia
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Determine the Terrain Category
It requires to determine the right terrain category to ensure the installation meets the maximum interface spacing
specified in the engineering certificate.
In 1170.2-2021, Terrain category 1.5 was removed and Terrain category 2.5 was added. See the definitions below.
Terrain Category 1 (TC1) – Very exposed open terrain with very few or no obstructions,
and all water surfaces (e.g. flat, treeless, poorly grassed plains; open ocean, rivers, canals,
bays and lakes).
Terrain Category 2 (TC2) – Open terrain, including grassland, with well-scattered obstructions
having heights generally from 1.5 m to 5 m, with no more than two obstructions per hectare
(e.g. farmland and cleared subdivisions with isolated trees and uncut grass).
Terrain Category 2.5 (TC2.5) – Terrain with some trees or isolated obstructions, terrain in developing outer urban areas
with scattered houses, or larger acreage developments with more than two and less then 10 buildings per hectare.
Terrain Category 3 (TC3) – Terrain with numerous closely spaced obstructions having
heights generally from 3 m to 10 m. The minimum density of obstructions shall be at least the
equivalent of 10 house-size obstructions per hectare (e.g. suburban housing, light industrial
estates or dense forests).
Terrain Category 4 (TC4) – Terrain with numerous large, high (10 m to 30 m tall) and closely spaced constructions, such
as large city centres and well-developed industrial complexes.
If your installation site is not at TC 2, 2.5 or 3, please contact Clenergy to obtain a project specific
engineering certificate to support your installation.
Determine the Height of the Installation Site
This document provides sufficient information for the PVezRack® SolarRoof system installation up to heights of
30 meters. If your installation site is more than 30 meters high please contact Clenergy to obtain project specific
engineering certificate to support your installation.
Determine Roof slope
The PVezRack® SolarRoof system can be used for roof slopes up to 10°. Please verify that the Installation site roof slope
is between 0° and 10°.
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Determine the Installation Area of Roof
There is an important change on the installation area of roof based on the certification letter (refer to Note 1),
which is installation shall be only on top of the purlins with a maximum tolerance of 150mm. See the sketch below.
For the general installation area of roof, please refer to the notes 6, 24-26 of Certification Letter to determine it based
on building height, length and width. Please be also aware at certain building conditions there is an Exclusion Zone
for flush installation, which is the minimum distance between PV solar panel and roof edge of \"2s\", where \"s\" is the gap
between the underside of the panel and the roof surface.
Please refer to note 2 in Certification Letter for roof sheet specific exclusion of installation of the Klip-lok interfaces. For
example, for Metroll Metlok 700 roof sheet, Lapjoints installation is excluded.
If your installation does not meet the requirements above, please contact Clenergy to request a project specific
engineering certificate to support your installation.
Determine the Maximum Rail Support Spacing
Please refer to the Certification Letter and Interface Spacing Table. If a project specific Certification Letter has been
provided, please refer to the support spacing in this letter.
Verify Maximum Rail End Overhang
Rail end overhang is defined as the distance from last interface to the end of panel. Maximum rail end overhang is 40%
of the last interface installed spacing. For example, if the max interface spacing in generic engineering certificate is
1800 mm and installed spacing of last interface is 1500 mm, the maximum rail end overhang is 600 mm. Please refer to
note 16 of certification letter for the details by sketch.
Determine the Clamping Zone of PV Modules
Please refer to the installation manual of the PV module manufacturer for the clamping zone info.
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Tools and Components
Tools
Screw Driver
(for M8 Hexagon
Socket Screw)
String Torque Spanner 5m Tape String & Marker Pen
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Components
ER-EC-ST
End Clamp
ER-IC-ST
Inter Clamp
C-U/30/46-G
Akashi Clamp
C-U/30/46
Akashi Clamp
ER-EC-DU35/40
End Clamp,
Dual 35 or 40mm
ER-EC-DU40/46
End Clamp,
Dual 40 or 46mm
ER-R-ECO
ECO Rail
ER-SP-ECO
Splice for ECO Rail
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ER-I-34
Brooklyn Klip-lok
Interface
ER-I-09
Klip-lok Interface 700
ER-I-32/AU
Klip-lok Interface 406
ER-I-29/AU
SolarRoof, Klip-lok
Interface for longline
305
ER-I-34/CRC
Brooklyn Klip-lok
Interface pre-assembly
with Cross Connector
Clamp
ER-I-34/05A/EZC
Brooklyn Klip-lok
Interface pre-assembly
with Tin Interface A
with ezClick module
ER-I-34/CRC/PT
Brooklyn Klip-lok
Clamp pre-assembly
with Cross Connector
Clamp and Plate Kit
ER-I-09/CRC
Klip lok Interface 400-
700HS, pre-assembly
with Cross Connector
Clamp
ER-I-32/CRC
Klip-lok Interface 406,
pre-assembly with
Cross Connector Clamp
Components
CRC-R/ECO
Cross Connector Clamp
of ECO-Rail
ER-I-05
Tin Interface
ER-I-05/CM
Tin Interface with
Click Module
ER-I-05A/EZC/ECO
Tin Interface A with
ezClick connection
Applicable Klip-lok Interfaces
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K-CRC/PT
Cross Connector Clamp
and Plate Kit
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System Overview
Overview of Klip-lok Interface
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With Cross Connector Clamp (use Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface as an exmaple)
1. End Clamp 2. Inter Clamp 3. ECO Rail 4. Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface 5. Cross Connector Clamp
6. Splice for ECO Rail
With Tin Interface (use Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface as an exmaple)
1. End Clamp 2. Inter Clamp 3. ECO Rail 4. Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface 5. Tin Interface
6. Splice for ECO Rail
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Improper operation may lead to deadlock of Nuts and Bolts. The steps below should be applied to stainless steel nut
and bolt assembly to reduce this risk.
General installation instructions
(1) Apply force to fasteners in the direction of thread
(2) Apply force uniformly, to maintain the required torque
(3) Professional tools and tool belts are recommended
(4) In some cases, fasteners could be seized over time. As an option, if want to avoid galling or seizing of thread, apply
lubricant (grease or 40# engine oil) to fasteners prior to tightening.
Safe Torques
Please refer to safe torques defined in this guide as shown in the figures below. In case power tools are required,
Clenergy recommends the use of low speed only. High speed and impact drivers increase the risk of bolt galling
(deadlock) If deadlock occurs and you need to cut fasteners, ensure that there is no load on the fastener before you cut
it. Avoid damaging the anodized or galvanized surfaces.
ER-I-34 with Tin Interface
ER-I-09, ER-I-29/AU or ER-I-32/AU
with Cross Connector Clamp
ER-I-34 with Cross Connector Clamp
ER-I-09, ER-I-29/AU or ER-I-32/AU
with Tin Interface
Precautions during Stainless Steel Fastener Installation
9-11 N.m
9-11 N.m
Note:
When clamping Lysaght LongLine 305 with ER-I-34, the torque shall be 13-17 N.m.
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Installation Dimensions
All drawings and dimensions in this Installation Guide are a generic reference only. The PVezRack® SolarRoof is to be
optimized to suit specific conditions for each project and should be documented in a construction drawing.
Major components of the PVezRack® SolarRoof may be provided in section sizes and lengths varying from those
shown in this guide. The installation process detailed in this instruction guide remains the same regardless of changes
in component size.
If you need to do any on-site modifications or alteration of the system please provide marked up drawings/sketches
for Clenergy’s review, prior to modification, for comment and approval.
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Installation Instructions
- Assess the number of modules in the vertical direction using the module height plus at least 18mm between modules
(please check the installation manual of the solar module manufacturer);
- Assess the Number of modules in the horizontal direction using the module width plus 18 mm (20 mm if using
Universal Clamps) between the modules. Note: The standard end clamp will also add 20 mm (except for dual end
clamps) on each side to the space required;
- Assess the horizontal spacing of the Roof Hooks;
- Assess the vertical spacing of the Roof Hooks = approx. 1⁄2 to 3⁄4 of module height;
- Always check the installation manual of the PV-Module you use in order to determine the allowed fixing points on
the module frame.
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According to your plan, fix the Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface on
the ribs of metal sheet. Fasten the bolts of the Brooklyn Kliplok Interface within 9-11 N.m (except Lysaght LongLine 305) after
adjusted properly.
Recommended Installation Method
Step 1. Set the low-range torque wrench value to 11 N.m. Hold a nut
with a spanner and fasten a bolt to 11 N.m with the Torque Wrench.
Step 2. Hold the other nut and fasten the other bolt to 11 N.m. with
the torque wrench.
Check Fasteners Toraue Method
Set the torque wrench value to 9 N.m, and check fasteners torque
in the fastening direction. lf one or another
Installation Cross Connector Clamp of ECO-Rail & Tin Interface Installation
When using Cross Connector Clamp of ECO-Rail, fix
the Cross Connector Clamp of ECO-Rail on the top
face (side hole only) of the Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface.
Fasten the bolt of the Cross Connector Clamp slightly
before installing the ECO-Rail. Please note the rails can
run perpendicular to ribs only.
Cross Connector Clamp and Plate Kit (K-CRC/PT)
provides an option of running rails parallel to ribs.
Place the Cross Connector Clamp Plate aligning on the
central hole of the Brooklyn Klip-lok Clamp.
Fix the Cross Connector Clamp of ECO-Rail on the the
Plate. Fasten the bolt of the Cross Connector Clamp
slightly before installing the ECO-Rail.
When using Tin Interface, fix the Tin Interface on the
top face of the Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface, fasten the
Tin Interface and the Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface using
M8 bolt within 16-20N.m after adjusted properly.
Note:
Pre-fitted rubber pad (if applicable) at the bottom
surface of Tin Interface shall be taken off to avoid
rubber aging effect on fastener torque.
Brooklyn Klip-lok Interface Installation
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According to the installation plan, after determining the position of the first Klip-lok
Interface, fix it on the rib of tin roof and fasten lightly.
Recommended torque for M8 bolts is 16-20N·m.
Fix the other Klip-lok Interfaces on the tin roof with the string as
shown in the figure on the right.
When using the Klip-lok Interface and Cross Connector Clamp with
ECO- Rail, please install according to the steps below:
Fix all Cross Connector Clamp of ECO-Rail in the middle hole or side hole
of the Klip-lok Interface, do not fasten tightly as shown in the figure on the
right.
When using the Klip-lok Interface and Tin Interface with ECO-Rail, please
install according to the steps below:
Install all the Tin Interfaces on the middle hole of Klip-lok Interface, do not
fasten tightly as shown in the figure on the right.
Note:
Pre-fitted rubber pad (if applicable) at the bottom surface of Tin Interface
shall be taken off to avoid rubber aging effect on fastener torque.
Cross Connector Clamp of ECO-Rail &Tin Interface Installation
Other Klip-lok Interface Installation
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Rail Installation
To connect several rails together, slide half of the splice
into the rear side of the rail. Fasten the first M8 Bolt
using an Allen key, and slide the next rail into the splice.
Tighten the second M8 Bolt using an Allen key.
Splice provides the electrical connection between the
2 rails through the pressure bolts. This eliminates the
need of using 2 earthing lugs.
Recommended torque is 10 ~12 Nm.
If the rails consist of different lengths, always begin
with the shortest piece.
When using Rail Clamp, place the ECO-Rail on the
Klip-lok Interface, uplift the Rail Clamp and click it into
the side channels of the ECO-Rail as shown in the right
figure. Fasten the Rail Clamp within 16-20 N.m after the
Rail is positioned properly.
When using Tin Interface, fix the ECO-Rail and Tin
Interface as shown in the right figure and then fasten
within 16-20 N.m. after Rail is positioned properly.
PV Module Installation
1) Please refer PVezRack® Grounding System for PV modules clamps and grounding lugs installations.
2) The installers must ensure panel clamps are installed flush mounted to the panel frame and apply correct torque
value of clamp fastener as shown in section \"Safe Torques (Page 13)\".
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Certification
July 2023
18 July 2023
Clenergy Australia
1/10 Duerdin Street
Clayton, VIC 3168
CERTIFICATION LETTER
Clenergy PV-ezRack Solar Roof Certification – TC2, 2.5, 3 – Wind Region A, B1, B2, C, D. Internal
REF: 00606. Project REF: CL-343-S-REV-8.
MW Engineering Melbourne, being Structural Engineers within the meaning of Australian
regulations, have calculated the maximum spacings for the PV ez-Rack rail system for the following
conditions:
- Wind Loads to AS 1170.2-2021
o Wind Terrain Category 2, 2.5 and 3
o Wind average recurrence of 200 years
o Wind Region A, B1, B2, C, D
- Solar panel length up to 2.4m
- Solar panel width up to 1.2m
Attached are the tables showing the spacings according to Wind Region, roof pitch, and building
height.
The values shown on these tables will be valid unless an amendment is issued on any of the
following codes:
- AS/NZS 1170.0- 2002 AMDT 4-2016 General Principles
- AS/NZS 1170.1- 2002 AMDT 4-2016 Imposed Loadings
- AS/NZS 1170.2- 2021 Wind Loadings
- AS/NZS 1664.1- 1997 AMDT 1:1999 Aluminium Code
Should you have any queries, do not hesitate to contact us.
Best Regards,
Alberto Escobar
Civil/Structural Engineer
BEng MIEAust NER
PE 0003615
RPEQ 18759
BDC 3134
BPB (NT) 262228ES
BSP (TAS) 845530344
info@mwengineering.melbourne
STRUCTURAL DESIGN CERTIFICATION
Klip-lok Flush
Interface spacing tables
Standard: AS/NZS 1170.2:2021
Terrain Category: 2, 2.5 & 3
Client: Clenergy Australia
REF: 00606
Date: JULY 2023
Copyright: The concepts and information contained in this document are the property of MW
Engineering Melbourne. Use or copying of this document in whole or in part without the written
permission of MW Engineering Melbourne constitutes an infringement in copyright.
Limitation: This report has been prepared for the exclusive use of Clenergy Australia, and is subject
to and issued in connection with the provisions of the agreement between MW Engineering
Melbourne and Clenergy Australia. MW Engineering Melbourne accepts no liability or responsibility
whatsoever for any use of or reliance upon this report by any third party other than Clenergy's
clients.
Clenergy reference: CL- 343-S- REV 8
Project: PV-ezRack SolarRoof Klip-lok flush interface spacing tables
Australian Standards
AS/NZS 1170.0:2002 (R2016) General Principles
AS/NZS 1170.1:2002 (R2016) Imposed Loadings
AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 Wind Loadings
AS/NZS 1664.1:1997-Amdt 1:1999 Aluminium
Rail type: ECO - Rails
Wind Terrain Category: 2, 2.5 & 3
Wind average recurrence: 200 years
This engineering document was designed to cater for most common installation scenarios defined
with an importance level 2 (200 years wind average recurrence) such as residential shed or garage,
small - isolated warehouses and farm sheds, residential carports, and one or double storey dwelling.
If the project conditions do not fit on the above criteria, please contact Clenergy for an assessment.
From 1 May 2023 installers must follow AS/NZS1170.2:2021 only.
Designed: AE
Date: JULY 2023
Disclaimer: From the date of publication onwards, any amendment made to any of the abovementioned Standards will make this report outdated and a new one will have to be released, unless
the amendment has no implications on this certificate
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PV-ezRack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
LYSAGHT KLIP-LOK 700 CLASSIC
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-09 and ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26 for other panel sizes)
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C
D
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C
D
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C
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PV-ezRack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
LYSAGHT KLIP-LOK 700 HI-STRENGTH
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-09 and ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26 for other panel sizes)
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
LYSAGHT KLIP-LOK 406
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-32/AU and ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
STRAMIT SPEED DECK ULTRA
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-09 and ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
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C
D
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
FIELDERS KINGKLIP 700
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-09 and ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
STRATCO TOPDECK 700
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-09 and ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
LYSAGHT LONGLINE 305
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-29/AU and ER-I-34 (Refer to Note 4 for ER-I-34 reduction factors)
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
A
C
D
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C
D
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C
D
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3
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
METROLL METLOK 700
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-09 and ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
A
C
D
A
C
D
A
C
D
<
2
<
3
<
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
STRAMIT SPEED DECK 500
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-09 and ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
<
<
<
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
REV-KLIP 700
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
C
C
C
<
2
<
3
<
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
METROLL METLOK 500
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
- -
<
2
<
3
<
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
STEELINE STEEL-RIB 500 (ST28)
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
5
2
5
3
5
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
REVOLUTION MAXLINE 340
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
A
C
D
A
C
D
A
C
D
<
2
<
3
<
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
STEELINE LOKDECK 680
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-34
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
A
C
D
A
C
D
A
C
D - - - -
<
2
<
3
<
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PV ez-Rack SolarRoof Interface spacing table for
STEELINE APEX STEEL APDECK 700
Type of Rail ER-R-ECO (refer to Note 10 for other compatible rails)
Type of Interface ER-I-09
Solar Panel Dimension 2 m x 1 m (Refer to Note 26for other panel sizes)
A
C
D
A
C
D
A
C
D
<
<
<
3
3
3
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General Notes
Note 1. This engineering document was designed to cater for most common PV installation scenarios
however, it does not cater for all of them. Contact Clenergy if you are unable to comply with any of
the installation specifications listed on this document.
Note 2. Installation to be done only on top of the purlins with a maximum tolerance of 150 mm.
Note 3. Exclusion for installation of klip-lok clamps depending on the roof sheet type to be as per the
following table.
Roof Sheet type Exclusions Test Repot No.
Lysaght KLIP-LOK 700 Classic N/A MT-19/0633-A
Lysaght KLIP-LOK 700 Hi-Strength N/A MT-11/023
Lysaght KLIP-LOK 406 N/A MT-17/001-A
Stramit Speed Deck Ultra N/A MT-11/023
Fielders Kingklip 700 N/A MT-11/280
Stratco Topdeck 700 N/A MT-17/001-B and
MT-19/1007
Lysaght Longline 305 N/A MT-13/133
Metroll Metlok 700 ·Exclude lapjoints MT-19/0633-B
Stramit Speed Deck 500 N/A MT-19/0762
Rev-klip 700 N/A MT-19/1018-A
Metroll Metlok 500 ·Exclude lapjoints 7530/MJ
Steeline Steel-Rib 500 N/A MT-19/1090-B
Revolution Maxline 340 N/A MT-19/1018-B
Steeline Lokdeck 680 N/A 20-0028
Contact Clenergy for a project specific assessment if you cannot comply the above exclusions.
Refer to the below pictures to find clamp position, rib type and location on respective roof sheet.
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Note 4. Lysaght Longline 305 fixing spacings were calculated based on the capacity of Clenergy’s ER-I29/AU clamp and the roof sheet. When using Clenergy’s ER-I-34 clamp, Longline 305 fixing spacings
shall be reduced as follows:
Wind Region A Wind Region B1 Wind Region B2& C
-80% -80% -70%
Note 5. Exclusion for installation of Clenergy’s ER-I-34 on Lysaght Longline 305 roof sheet to be as
per the below table
Roof Sheet type Exclusions Test Repot No.
Lysaght Longline 305 • Exclude lapjoints MT- 20-0661
Note 6. Rails cannot run parallel to the ribs unless the applicable table spacings are equal or larger the
purlin distance. Contact Clenergy if you are unable to comply with this condition or any of the
installation specifications listed on this document.
Note 7. The spacing information in this document has been designed to be compliant with the capacity
of the below items per roof area:
- Klip-lok clamp
- Roofing sheet
(Where two roof
sheets clip into each
other)
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- Fixing clip between roofing sheet to purlin
Prior to carrying the PV installation, it is recommended to check that the roof sheet has been installed
according to the manufacturers specifications and there are no missing clips.
Roof area is defined as a single surface that has no height variance.
Note 8. This document does not cover the following:
- Building frame capacity
- Off the purlin installation
Note 9. This certificate only covers the assessment of the Clenergy PV mounting system, including the
components listed on note 10. Assessment of the roof structure, PV panels and other fixings are to be
checked by the installer/contractor.
Note 10. The following components are satisfied for use according to AS/NZS 1664.1:1997-Amdt
1:1999 and AS/NZS 1170.2:2021.
Components Part No. Description
ECO-Rail ER-R-ECO/XXXX ECO-Rail
Splice ER-SP-ECO PV-ezRack Splice for ECO-Rail
Australian Made Mill
Finish ECO-Rail R-ECO/XXXX/AUMF PV-ezRack Australian Made Mill
Finish ECO-Rail
ST-Rail ER-R-STXXXX Standard Rail
Splice ER-SP-ST PV-ezRack Splice for Standard Rail
200mm
Roof bracket ER-I-09 Klip-lok bracket
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Roof bracket ER-I-09/100/45 Klip-lok bracket
Roof bracket ER-I-29/AU Klip-lok bracket
Roof bracket ER-I-32/AU Klip-lok bracket
Roof bracket ER-I-34 Universal Klip-lok clamp
Inter Clamp ER-IC-STXX Inter Clamp = clamp + Z-Module +
bolt
End Clamp ER-EC-STXX End Clamp = clamp + Z-Module +
bolt
Security Inter Clamp ER-IC-STXX/S Security Inter Clamp
Security End Clamp ER-EC-STXX/S Security End Clamp
Clamp C-U/30/46-G
Universal Clamp for Frame Height
30-46mm with Grounding Clip
Clamp
Clamp
C-U/30/46-G
C-U/30/46
Universal Clamp for Frame Height
30-46mm with Grounding Clip
Universal Clamp for Frame Height
30-46mm
Clamp
End Clamp
C-U/30/46
ER-EC-DU35/40
Universal Clamp for Frame Height
30-46mm
End Clamp dual 35 or 40mm
End Clamp
End Clamp
ER-EC-DU35/40
ER-EC-DU40/46
End Clamp dual 35 or 40mm
End Clamp dual 40 or 46mm
End Clamp
Cross Connection
Clamp
ER-EC-DU40/46
CRC-R/ECO
CRC-R/ECO-ZBW
End Clamp dual 40 or 46mm
Cross Connection Clamp
Cross Connection
Clamp Plate K-CRC/PT Cross Connection Clamp Plate
Interface ER-I-05 Tin Interface
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Interface
Interface
ER-I-05
ER-I-05/BA Tin Interface
Tin Interface Black
Interface
Interface
ER-I-05/BA
ER-I-05/CM
Tin Interface Black
Tin Interface with click module
Interface
Interface
ER-I-05/CM
ER-I-05A/EZC/ECO
Tin Interface with click module
ezClick connection for ECO-Rail
Interface
Interface
ER-I-05A/EZC/ECO
ER-I-05/C5
ezClick connection for ECO-Rail
Tin Interface with C5 rated Screw
End Clamp (*) EC-FL/GE/XX/XX End Clamp for Frameless Module
(glued EPDM)
End Clamp (*)
Inter Clamp (*)
EC-FL/GE/XX/XX
IC-FL/GE/XX/XX
End Clamp for Frameless Module
(glued EPDM)
Inter Clamp for Frameless Module
(glued EPDM)
Inter Clamp (*)
End Clamp (*)
IC-FL/GE/XX/XX
ER-EC-FL/XX/XX
Inter Clamp for Frameless Module
(glued EPDM)
End Clamp for Frameless Module
End Clamp (*)
Inter Clamp (*)
ER-EC-FL/XX/XX
ER-IC-FL/XX/XX
End Clamp for Frameless Module
Inter Clamp for Frameless Module
Inter Clamp (*)
ECO-Rail Black
ER-IC-FL/XX/XX
ER-R-ECO/XXXX/BA
Inter Clamp for Frameless Module
ECO-Rail Black
Inter Clamp (*)
ECO-Rail Black
ECO-Rail Black
Splice ECO-Rail Black
ER-IC-FL/XX/XX
ER-R-ECO/XXXX/BA
ER-R-ECO/XXXX/BA
ER-SP-ECO/BA
Inter Clamp for Frameless Module
ECO-Rail Black
ECO-Rail Black
Splice ECO-Rail Black
ECO-Rail Black
Splice ECO-Rail Black
Splice ECO-Rail Black
Mid Clamp XX Black
ER-R-ECO/XXXX/BA
ER-SP-ECO/BA
ER-SP-ECO/BA
ER-IC-STXXB
ECO-Rail Black
Splice ECO-Rail Black
Splice ECO-Rail Black
Inter Clamp XX Black
Splice ECO-Rail Black
Mid Clamp XX Black
Mid Clamp XX Black
End Clamp XX Black
ER-SP-ECO/BA
ER-IC-STXXB
ER-IC-STXXB
ER-EC-STXXB
Splice ECO-Rail Black
Inter Clamp XX Black
Inter Clamp XX Black
End Clamp XX Black
Mid Clamp XX Black
End Clamp XX Black
End Clamp XX Black
Black Universal
Clamp
ER-IC-STXXB
ER-EC-STXXB
ER-EC-STXXB
C-U/30/46/BA
Inter Clamp XX Black
End Clamp XX Black
End Clamp XX Black
Black Universal Clamp
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End Clamp XX Black
Black Universal
Clamp
Black Universal
Clamp
Black Universal
Clamp
ER-EC-STXXB
C-U/30/46/BA
C-U/30/46/BA
C-U/30/46-G/BA
End Clamp XX Black
Black Universal Clamp
Black Universal Clamp
Black Universal Clamp with
grounding clip
Black Universal
Clamp
Black Universal
Clamp
Black Universal
Clamp
Roof bracket
C-U/30/46/BA
C-U/30/46-G/BA
C-U/30/46-G/BA
ER-I-34/CRC
Black Universal Clamp
Black Universal Clamp with
grounding clip
Black Universal Clamp with
grounding clip
Universal Klip-lok Bracket Preassembly with Cross Connection
Clamp
Black Universal
Clamp
Roof bracket
Roof bracket
C-U/30/46-G/BA
ER-I-34/CRC
ER-I-34/05A/EZC
Black Universal Clamp with
grounding clip
Universal Klip-lok Bracket Preassembly with Cross Connection
Clamp
Universal Klip-lok Bracket Preassembly with Tin Interface
Roof bracket ER-I-34/CRC/BA
Black Universal Klip-lok Bracket Preassembly with Cross Connection
Clamp
Roof bracket ER-I-34/05A/EZC/BA Black Universal Klip-lok Bracket Preassembly with Tin Interface
(*) Subject to the panel manufacturer's installation guide.
Note 11. For Terrain Category (TC) definition, please refer to clause 4.2.1 of AS/NZS 1170.2:2021.
Note 12. Wind Direction Multiplier (Md) taken as 1.0. Refer to clause 3.3 of AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 for
more information.
Note 13. Shielding Multiplier (Ms) taken as 1.0. Refer to clause 4.3 of AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 for more
information.
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Note 14. Topographic Multiplier (Mt) taken as 1.0. Refer to clause 4.4 of AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 for more
information. For topographic Multiplier (Mt) more than 1.0 (installations on a mountain, hilly or sloped
terrain). The below table provides a reduction factor applied for topographic multipliers greater than
1 (installation on a slope, hill on mountain). To achieve a more accurate and cost-effective design,
please contact Clenergy Engineering department.
Mt
A, B1, B2
U.W & D. W Central
1 1 1
1.01 1.00 1.00
1.02 1.00 1.00
1.03 0.92 0.94
1.04 0.92 0.94
1.06 0.92 0.88
1.08 0.85 0.88
1.09 0.85 0.81
1.1 0.85 0.81
1.2 0.69 0.69
1.3 0.54 0.56
1.4 0.46 0.50
1.5 0.38 0.44
For installations located in Wind region C and D please contact Clenergy Engineering department.
Note 15. This certificate cannot be used if the site is located on a hill, ridge or escarpment. Contact
Clenergy if the aforementioned condition is met on site.
Note 16. Clamping zone of the PV panels shall be according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Note 17. Capacities checked and compared against testing data from Clenergy Australia and MTS
(NATA certified).
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Note 18. Rail overhang ends where the panel finishes and this should be less than 40% of the last
installed interface spacing.
Note 19. ER-R-ECO rail splice can only be installed within 1/3 (maximum) of the fixing spacing (centre
to centre) from the nearest interface when fixing spacing is over 1700 mm.
Note 20. ER-R-ECO rail splice cannot be installed on overhangs.
Note 21. From the date of publication onwards, any amendment made to any of the above-mentioned
Standards will make this report outdated and a new one will have to be released, unless the
amendment has no implications on this certificate.
Note 22. All components from Clenergy must be installed according to manufacturer's specification
and the instructions shown in the relevant installation manual. Please check the Clenergy Australia
website or contact them for access to the most recent installation manuals.
Note 23. Only hip and gable roofs installations are covered on this certificate. Contact Clenergy if you
are planning to install on a different roof type such as curved, multi-span (pitched and saw-tooth),
mansard, circular bins, silos, tanks, pitched free roofs, troughed free roofs, hypar free roofs, canopies,
awnings and cantilevered roofs.
Note 24. No consideration has been taken on the effect of snow loads. In case the roof is located in a
snow prone area, a project specific design must be completed.
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Note 25. This Engineering report is based on 2 m x 1 m panels and two rails per panel. However, for
different panel sizes a percentage increase or decrease can be applied on all interface spacings as
shown on the following table.
Number of rails
per panel
Panel length
(mm)
Spacing +/-
W.R – A & B1
Spacing +/-
W.R – B2,C & D
2 rails < 1700 + 10 % + 12 %
3 rails < 1700 + 12 % + 18 %
4 rails < 1700 + 15 % + 20 %
2 rails < 1800 + 4 % + 7 %
3 rails < 1800 + 12 % + 18 %
4 rails < 1800 + 15 % + 20 %
2 rails < 1900 0 % + 5 %
3 rails < 1900 + 10 % + 15 %
4 rails < 1900 + 12 % + 18 %
2 rails < 2000 0 % 0 %
3 rails < 2000 + 10 % + 15 %
4 rails < 2000 + 12 % + 18 %
2 rails < 2100 - 10 % - 6 %
3 rails < 2100 + 10 % + 15 %
4 rails < 2100 + 12 % + 18 %
2 rails < 2200 - 18 % - 12 %
3 rails < 2200 + 7 % + 12 %
4 rails < 2200 + 12 % + 18 %
2 rails < 2300 - 20 % - 12 %
3 rails < 2300 + 5 % + 12 %
4 rails < 2300 + 10 % + 15 %
2 rails < 2400 - 25 % - 15 %
3;4 rails < 2400 + 5 ; 8 % + 10 ; +12%
Note 26. Panel width cannot exceed 1.20 m for any of the above panel length dimensions and panel
weight cannot exceed 15 kg/m2
.
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Note 27. Conditions for flush mounted systems installed on flat and pitched roofs according to the D6
Appendix of the AS/NZS 1170.2:2021.
- Roof pitch to be between 1° and 30°.
- h/d < 0.5 and h/b < 0.5. Being h= height, b= width and d= length of the building as per the
below picture.
- Gap between the underside of the panel and the roof to be no less than 50 mm and no more
than 300 mm.
- Minimum distance from the edge of the roof to be \"2s\" where \"s\" is the gap between the
underside of the panel and the roof.
Note 28. Refer to the latest light commercial certificates when building parameters fall outside section
B6 of the AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 standard.
Note 29. The more conservative outcome has to be used if one panel or panel row fall between two
roof zones.
Example
- Wind Region A
- Terrain Category: 3
- Building height: 5m
- Roof pitch: less than 3°
- Roof Sheet: Lysaght Klip-lok 700 Classic
- Panel rail type: ER-R-ECO
- Panel rail orientation: perpendicular to purlins
- Purlin spacing: 1200 mm
- Panel dimension: 2 m x 1 m
- Fixing spacings as per below
o Upwind & Downwind: 1970 mm
o Central: 2160 mm
Installation only feasible on top of the purlins, therefore:
o Upwind & Downwind: 1200 mm (with a maximum tolerance of 150 mm)
o Central: 1200 mm (with a maximum tolerance of 150 mm)
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