Materials:ZinCo Green Roof & Solar (Inverted)

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Materials:ZinCo Green Roof & Solar (Inverted)



Division C - Accepted Materials
Group - Vegetated Roof Systems


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

Note that the proprietary solar mounting system is not covered by a RoofStar Vegetated Roof Guarantee.

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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)
XPS Insulation by roofing Contractor (Refer to the RGC Standard for Vegetated Roofs)
Waterproofing Roof Assembly (membrane) by roofing Contractor

Guarantor's Notes
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..
*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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