Trial by light
Language: English Series: RICS Building Surveying Faculty The Journal ; March / April 2006, 13(1)Publication details: 2006Subject(s): Summary: Looks at the preliminary results of the UK Photovoltaic Domestic Field Trial, which examined the buildability, operating performance, reliability and maintenance of domestic PV constructions. The results show that good communication and coordination between PV installers and other trades are vital, and that handover documentation must cover all key areas, particularly safety. A number of compliance issues are highlighted by the report, which also reveals that costs vary considerably between sites.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L132907 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 132907-1001 |
Looks at the preliminary results of the UK Photovoltaic Domestic Field Trial, which examined the buildability, operating performance, reliability and maintenance of domestic PV constructions. The results show that good communication and coordination between PV installers and other trades are vital, and that handover documentation must cover all key areas, particularly safety. A number of compliance issues are highlighted by the report, which also reveals that costs vary considerably between sites.