Who are Kingspan?
Kingspan Group (Kingspan Solar) leads the world in high-performance insulation and building materials. They focus on creating a more sustainable future. Founded in 1965, Kingspan has become a leader in creating smart solutions. These solutions boost energy efficiency, cut carbon footprints, and foster sustainable living and working spaces.
Kingspan offers a diverse range of products, including insulation, solar energy solutions, and building envelopes and they are dedicated to providing innovative products that meet today’s construction needs. The company’s products aim to boost energy performance, support environmental care, and help build healthier, stronger buildings.
Their dedication to sustainability is reflected in its global operations, as it continues to push the boundaries of innovation and set new standards for the industry. Through its relentless focus on quality, performance, and sustainability, Kingspan remains at the forefront of building solutions that address the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Kingspan PowerPanel
Kingspan PowerPanel is a groundbreaking innovation, becoming the world’s first insulated panel with integrated solar PV to meet the rigorous FM 4478 testing standard. This next-generation roofing and PV solution combines the thermal efficiency of our industry-leading QuadCore insulated panels with high-performance photovoltaic technology, delivering a precision-engineered system designed for maximum energy efficiency and durability.
Product Highlights
- FM 4478 Tested – Meets the highest industry standards for safety and performance.
- Superior Thermal Performance – U-values as low as 0.11 W/m²K for outstanding insulation.
- High Energy Output – Delivers up to 475Wp per module for optimized solar efficiency.
- Precision-Controlled Manufacturing – Ensures consistent quality and reliability.
- Innovative Slimline Design – Enhances aesthetics without compromising performance.
- Streamlined Installation – A single, integrated system reduces complexity and installation time.
- Comprehensive Warranty – Insurance-backed full system warranty for long-term peace of mind.
- UK Manufactured – Designed and produced to the highest quality standards.
Kingspan PowerRail FR SOLAR
PowerRail FR provides a cost-effective, flat roof, PV mounting solution with a lightweight design that enables quick and easy installation onto our QuadCore Topdek Roof Panel and other flat roofs.
Product Highlights
- Simple design that ensures roof integrity and maintains warranty
- Available as a system with roof panel and mounting solution or as a standalone solar PV mounting system
- Compatible with most standard PV modules
- Up to a 12-year manufacturer warranty
- “Click-fit” assembly for fast and easy installation
- Fixings included
Kingspan Solar: PowerRail RW
Kingspan PowerRail RW is specifically designed for mounting solar PV modules onto QuadCore® KS1000RW Roof Panels. As such, the rail dimensions are not compatible with other Kingspan Insulated Panel profiles or third-party roof panels. When installed according to Kingspan’s installation and maintenance guidelines, the warranty for the QuadCore® KS1000RW Roof Panel will remain valid. Kingspan PowerRail RW is certified under the MCS 012 product certification scheme for pitched roof installation kits and is registered with the certification number KIWA00049/001 IK. Their rail is designed to be fixed ONLY to the central crowns of QuadCore KS1000RW Roof Panels and should NOT be installed into the end lap between two QuadCore KS1000RW Roof Panels which should be taken into consideration at design stage.
Kingspan Solar Carport: PowerCanopy
With the growing shift towards electric vehicles, many facilities are installing charging stations to enable users to charge their vehicles while at work, however, this increased demand for electricity presents new challenges. Kingspan PowerCanopy offers the perfect solution by generating electricity on-site and providing the power needed for vehicle charging.
Product Highlights
- Double, mono-pitch roof design
- 10° roof pitch
- Available in 3-bay (18 spaces) and 4-bay (24 spaces) configurations
- Single-source PV and canopy solution option
- Compatible with most standard PV modules
- Cost-effective modular system
- Customizable end panels
- Innovative design allows PV modules to be easily slid into place and secured from below for fast, safe installation
- Full watertight canopy with integrated PV module mounting system
- Optional gutter solutions to support rainwater harvesting
Kingspan Acquires Solen Energy
Kingspan has acquired Widnes-based Solen Energy, a leading wholesaler and distributor of solar PV and electrical products. Solen will be the sole distributor of Kingspan’s Solar range. The acquisition aims to address the growing demand for renewable energy in commercial and industrial sectors.
PV Plus has a strong, collaborative relationship with Kingspan Solar and is ready to assist with the design, supply, and installation of a Solar PV system, whether as a retrofit onto an existing Kingspan roof or as part of a new project.
