Prevent damage to your rooftop
It is important to prevent pressure on the roof membrane becoming too high to maintain it in optimal condition. Optimal load distribution and dead weight reduction protect the roof surface. It is equally important to ensure the waterproof roof membrane is not penetrated. These penetrations create problematic areas that always, sooner or later, cause serious problems and thus shorten the lifetime of the roof.
Often this results in unexpected and costly repairs. Mounting roof installations using our flexible, modular, non-penetrative support solutions prolongs the lifetime of the roof and reduces or eliminates any potential repair costs.
Roof deck construction
Residential, commercial and industrial buildings commonly use a ‘warm roof’ .In this construction, installers place the insulation layer on top of the roof rather than between the rafters, as with a ‘cold roof’. This approach insulates the entire roof structure and improves energy efficiency. To protect the rooftop and maintain the correct slope, avoid overloading or compressing the insulation beyond its limits. The waterproof exterior layer must not crack; water could leak below this top layer and cause blisters that will damage the rooftop itself. Also, the environmental circumstances, e.g. snow on the roof (load) and/or wind across the roof (uplift) must be taken into account. Designing for wind uplift is important.
Rooftop units and their support systems
In combination with their support systems, the Rooftop units can place a heavy burden on a building’s roofing system and must be properly supported to preserve the roof’s structural integrity. We are aware that often there is little space to work, installations cannot be attached directly to the rooftop and reduction in installation time is essential.
Walraven designs and manufactures solid, reliable, non-penetrative support solutions that excel in adjustability. From lightweight piping support to complex, heavy-duty systems, we use only the highest-quality materials. Our systems include the modular Walraven RapidStrut® channel system with Walraven BIS UltraProtect® 1000 surface treatment, ensuring maximum corrosion protection
Expert support for your rooftop project
Do you want more information about our rooftop systems? Or can we help you determine and plan the most effective support solution for your rooftop installation? Contact us to discuss. Our technical engineers have many years of experience with technical challenges on rooftops and are happy to advise you.
