That's based on ASCE 7-05. If your AHJ requires ASCE 7-10, that is no longer the case. Florida Building Code 2010 requires use of ASCE 7-10, and ultimate design wind speeds have changed dramatically, so it's important to consider the method, not just the wind speed.
We liked Zep, except when you have to remove a module for service. Microinverter installations are a little clunky with Zep, even with module frames specifically designed for Enphase. Unfortunately, we stopped using the product for a variety of reasons, not the least of which were new code requirements in Florida. *Jason Szumlanski** * *Fafco Solar* On Sat, Jan 19, 2013 at 5:52 PM, Andrew Truitt <[email protected]> wrote: > > Chris - The Zep system can be installed in up to 150mph wind zones in most > cases. See the span tables on the Zep engineering documentation: > http://www.zepsolar.com/images/files/general/pdf/ZS_Compliance_Letter.pdf > > Todd - Ground snow loads of up to 70 psf are allowable. > > > A free design tool can be found at zepulator.com > > > For a brighter energy future, > > > Andrew Truitt > NABCEP Certified PV Installer™ (ID# 032407-66)**** > > Principal > Truitt Renewable Energy Consulting, LLC**** > > (202) 486-7507 > > LinkedIn Profile <http://www.linkedin.com/pub/andrew-truitt/8/622/713> > > Company Website <http://truittreconsulting.weebly.com/> > <%28202%29%20486-7507>**** > > > > On Fri, Jan 18, 2013 at 10:07 PM, <[email protected]> wrote: > >> or heavy snow... the supports are clear out on the ends. >> >> >> >> todd >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> On Friday, January 18, 2013 5:09pm, "Chris Daum" <[email protected]> >> said: >> >> So how does the Zep stuff's testing do in winds in excess of 100 mph? >> I saw a nice demo and display of their goods in at the Anaheim 2009 >> SPI, but still am reticent to switch suppliers and modules to accomodate >> racking.... >> Chris Daum >> Oasis Montana Inc. >> >> >>
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