Module attachment apparatus
AssigneeMainstream Energy Corporation
InventorsGreg McPheeters, Chris Oestreich, Ethan Miller
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Abstract
Exemplary systems and methods described herein can be used to secure a rail to a module or the rail to a support using a nut that can be inserted at a desired point of mounting. Another exemplary system describes a flashing to be inserted under a roof shingle, wherein the flashing is secured to a support for a rail or module. Yet another exemplary system describes a clamp that secures a rail or module and is adjustable along the length of a post. Spacers can be added to the post to extend the adjustment range of the clamp.
Claims11
An assembly for securing a component to a roof, the assembly comprising:
- a base secured to the roof comprising:
- an aperture receiving a fastener for securing the base to the roof;
- and
- a securing component extending from the base away from the roof, wherein the securing component is laterally separated from the aperture;
- a flashing installed over the base, the flashing comprising:
- a rectangular portion extending toward a higher elevated side of the roof and installed under at least one of a shake, a shingle, a slate, and a tile;
- and
- a flashing component configured to fully cover the base;
- and
- a support secured to the securing component of the base, which extends from the base and through the flashing, wherein the support is configured to secure at least one of a module and a rail.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.