Ballast

Ballast photovoltaic support concept

A solar ballast system is an engineered mounting solution that utilizes calculated weight distribution—typically concrete blocks or specialized weights—to secure solar panels to flat or low-slope roofs without any roof penetrations. . Although solar photovoltaic (PV) system costs have declined, capital cost remains a barrier to widespread adoption. Unlike traditional mounting methods that require roof penetrations, ballast systems use strategically placed weights to secure solar arrays without. . Ballasted solar panel mounts offer a secure way to install photovoltaic panels on rooftops or ground surfaces without piercing the roof. To keep the structure firmly in place, it is weighted down with ballast, which consists of various materials that provide stability through their. .