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Metal Roofing and Solar 101
Solar Installer Training: Metal Roofing and Solar 101
This course explains why metal roofing is an ideal platform for solar installations and why selecting engineered, roof-specific mounting solutions is essential for maintaining roof integrity and long-term system performance.
Learning Objectives
- Identifying exposed-fastener, standing seam and curved metal roof types.
- Understanding their structural characteristics through targeted instruction and visual examples.
- Safely and correctly installing solar modules and ancillary equipment using non-penetrating clamps and brackets through practical demonstrations and real-world case studies aligned with relevant Australian codes and standards.
- Applying code-compliant, best-practice attachment techniques in real installation scenarios by analyzing common challenges and proven solutions.
Donnie Gregory
Donnie Gregory is the Director of Sales for Australia and the Middle East at S-5! Metal Roof Innovations, Ltd. With more than 20 years’ experience in the renewable energy sector, he has built strong relationships across the solar industry and helped drive the growth of metal roof solar solutions. Donnie works closely with installers, distributors and project partners to deliver reliable mounting solutions that support the continued expansion of clean energy across the region.