Materials:ZinCo Green Roof & Solar (Inverted)

Division C - Accepted Materials
Group - Vegetated Roof Systems

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ZinCo Green Roof & Solar (Inverted^†)
by ZinCo Canada Inc.

System/Material Acceptance and Product Details The information published in the RCABC Roofing Practices Manual and offered below does NOT represent a complete set of the manufacturer’s data or specifications, nor is this system and its various materials recommended or endorsed by the Guarantor. The preparation of a detailed specification is the responsibility of the Design Authority.

Vegetated Roof System Manufacturer ZinCo Canada Inc. Accepted for the RoofStar Guarantee Program October 25, 2024 Accepted for application in Vegetated Roof Systems Acceptance Criteria Refer to the RGC Standard for Vegetated Roofs System Summary Green roofs combined with solar panels work in synergy. The full range of green roof benefits with no roof penetrations and improved solar panel efficiency. Zinco's Green Roofs & Solar Features: Improved solar performance Various angles available Green roof works as ballast to panels No roof penetrations Fully adjustable †Systems labeled "Inverted" are designed for a protected membrane roof assembly, also known as an inverted roof assembly. While Semi-intensive and Intensive vegetated roof systems are limited to only protected membrane roofs (See the Sentence 1.1.3.2.(5) in the "RGC Standard for Vegetated Roofs"), some vegetated roof system manufacturers offer their systems for conventionally insulated roofs. To request a written Variance to the published limitation, follow the requirements in Article 1.1.3.6.. Note that the proprietary solar mounting system is not covered by a RoofStar Vegetated Roof Guarantee. Manufacturer Online Resource Green Roof & Solar System Depth (min/max) 203.2 mm (8") Growing Media Depth (min/max) 101.6 mm (4") Vegetation Profile Sedums-Perennials-Grasses-Herbacious Suitable climate zones All BC zones, subject to manufacturer's approval System Components* In the usual order, from top to bottom; click on link for Technical Data Sheet (TDS) Perennials-Grasses-Herbacious-Sedums (Sedum Mats & Plugs) ZinCo Plugs and Sedum Carpets and ZinCo pre-cultivated vegetation mats Blend-E Growing Medium Filter Sheet SF Solar Mid/End Clamps Solar Wind Bracing WV Solar Mounting Profile SMP38/33 Solar Base Frame SGR Solar Base SB200 Fixodrain XD20 Drainage Board (with adhered filtration layer) XPS Insulation by roofing Contractor (Refer to the RGC Standard for Vegetated Roofs) TGV 21 Diffusion Membrane Root Barrier WSF40 Waterproofing Roof Assembly (membrane) by roofing Contractor Edging Profile DP200 *Conditions and Limitations Note that system thickness is dependent upon the selection of components, which is determined (in part) by design parameters, including hydrological requirements. Consult with the vegetated roof system manufacturer for options and saturated system weight. Also note that vegetation coverage under the RoofStar Vegetated Roof Guarantee applies only to extensive systems planted with mats or trays - see Part 3 of Division A for more about coverage.

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