Mounting Systems for Photovoltaic Installations

PV mounting solutions from the roof specialist

Contents

04 Milestones and advantages

05 Information and advisory service

06 Universal clamps
Renusol has supplied mounting systems for photovoltaic
installations since it was founded in 1997 under the trade PV mounting systems
name Econergy GmbH. As a pioneer in this fledgling indus-
Roof-integrated
try, the company developed innovative solutions such as
08 InterSole
the ConSole system for flat-roof and ground-mounted solar
installations, which over time have set new benchmarks in Rooftop
the market. 10 MetaSole
Today, Renusol designs, produces and supplies modular 12 VarioSole
PV mounting solutions, which are particularly suitable for
Rooftop/flat roof
overcoming complex, often roof-related mounting chal-
16 TriSole
lenges. As a result, we guarantee both safe and efficient in-
stallation for our customers, and ensure that investment in Flat roof
renewable energy remains secure and stable for end users. 18 FS 10
What’s more, we see ourselves as a competent service
provider, actively supporting solar plant installers with nu-
Flat roof/ground-mounted
20 ConSole +
merous practical services. Through its systems and related
services, Renusol has an active presence in all key European
22 Accessories
markets and the US.

24 Quality and logistics

25 PV Configurator
26 Training
Stefan Liedtke
Managing Director of Renusol GmbH

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PV mounting systems

PV mounting system Roof pitch Roof covering Modules Laminates

Roof-integrated

InterSole 15–70˚ all standard roof coverings ö ö

Rooftop

MetaSole 3–70˚
trapezoidal sheet metal (aluminium, steel), corrugated sheet metal,
sandwich, standing seam (aluminium, copper, zinc, stainless steel) ö ö

VarioSole 5–70˚
plain tile, slate, double roman (Frankfurter Pfanne), trapezoidal sheet
metal, and many more1 ö ö

Rooftop/flat roof

almost all roof coverings, such as rolled roofing membranes, bitumen,

TriSole 3–45˚ trapezoidal sheet metal, corrugated sheet metal, fibre cement, standing ö ö
seam, concrete, gravel, etc.

Flat roof

FS10 0–5˚ all standard roof coverings ö –

Flat roof/ground-mounted

ConSole+ 0–5˚ all standard roof coverings and ground mounting ö –

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VarioSole is suitable for the following types of roofing: standing seam, corrugated fibre cement, Marsigliese, Doppio Coppo, Romana and many more,
suitable for almost all roof coverings in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Greece, Benelux, Denmark and the US among others.

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Tried and tested products, customer-oriented services

Important market launches Renusol mounting systems – advantages

of mounting systems for traders, installers and end customers

1998 ConSole, flat roof solution • Field-tested, durable PV mounting systems

2003 InterSole, mounting system for roof-integrated • Universal systems suitable for almost 100 % of all
photovoltaics (BIPV) standard PV modules
2006 VarioSole, universal solution for pitched roofs • Country-specific solutions in line with requirements
2009 IntraSole, mounting system for roof-integrated • Building authority approval in the respective countries
photovoltaics (BIPV) of installation
2010 MetaSole, universal solution for metal roofs • Close collaboration with country-specific
2011 ConSole +, refined version of ConSole, feed-in tariff decision makers
particularly aerodynamic flat roof solution • Easy installation planning using online configurator
2012 Refinement of MetaSole • Optimised packaging sizes
2014 FS 10, rail-free east/west flat-roof system • More than 1,000 items always in stock and available
for immediate delivery
• Pre-assembled components
• Short, efficient installation times
• Tested, certified quality
• Cost-efficient storage and logistics
• DIN ISO 9001 certified
• 10-year product warranty
• Comprehensive customer service from initial enquiry
through to project implementation
• Made in Germany

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Information – varied, Advisory service – competent,
comprehensive and multilingual reliable and personal

Renusol offers customers and other interested parties Whether preparing a product presentation for customers or
a variety of options for establishing direct contact and compiling testable static calculations for a complex project,
obtaining comprehensive information on the company and the Renusol team offers targeted support in all fields.
its mounting solutions. These include participating in all Alongside their dedicated sales representative, most cus-
important renewable energy trade fairs in Europe and tomers also have direct contacts within the company who
the US. The homepage on our website provides details of provide personal, reliable support to address any concerns.
upcoming events.
Application technicians
• Multilingual website Telephone: +49 221 788707-29
• Multilingual print materials, also available in pdf format Fax: +49 221 788707-98
from our website Email: technical-support@renusol.com
• Company brochure
• Product brochures Sales department
• Installation instructions Telephone: +49 221 788707-19
• Technical data sheets Fax: +49 221 788707-97
• Component catalogue Email: sales-support@renusol.com
• Test reports, authorisations and much more
• Regular e-newsletter
• Sales support
• Promotions/special offers for registered customers

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UniversalClamps
PV mounting clamps for universal use

Enjoying an excellent reputation within the market, Renusol’s mounting clamps

ensure secure module mounting. The components that were previously available
with exterior clamping can now also be supplied with upgraded interior clamp-
ing, allowing them to be used in many additional systems.

Installation advantages:
• Can be used with all Renusol mounting rail systems as well as many other
systems on the market
• Variable for module frame heights between 30 and 50 mm.
• Secure, single-handed installation: click, adjust, tighten – done
• Positioning without inherent slipping
• Easy to remove from and move within mounting rail
• Delivered pre-assembled

Storage advantages:
• Just 2 x 2 universal clamps in place of countless variants
• No unnecessary costs caused by stock reserves that are rarely required
• Organised and uncomplicated

Commercial advantages:
• Less space needed which saves storage costs
• Reduced capital commitment for warehousing, no redundant stock due to
rarely requested variants
• Saves time, no need to assemble multiple small order quantities

Interior clamping:
The newly-developed middle and
end interior clamps can be clicked,
moved and detached from the instal-
lation channel of mounting rails ex-
tremely easily. The use of C-type screw
clamps ensures that modules are
reliably secured into place. The high
quality screw joint also makes it even
easier to screw the clamp down.

Middle clamp, interior clamping End clamp, interior clamping

Exterior clamping:
The middle and end clamps employing
an exterior clamping mechanism that
are loved by many installers across
Europe remain as they are: same qual-
ity, same reliability.

Middle clamp, exterior clamping End clamp, exterior clamping

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2 x 2 FOR EVERYTHING!
End and middle clamps for use with numerous mounting
systems, either with interior or exterior clamping mechanism

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InterSole
Roof-integrated mounting systems for pitched and
industrial roofs

Roof-integrated system Roof pitch Roof covering Modules Laminates

all standard
InterSole 15–70˚
roof coverings ö ö

The InterSole system is one of the oldest and most established BIPV systems
(building integrated photovoltaics) on the market. Its water tightness is ensured
thanks to the water-bearing system of InterSole plates, which are made of
durable plastic (HDPE). These are attached through the plates to the roof
substructure, anchors are secured on top, and the mounting brackets and rails
are then installed onto them. Introduced in 2003, the InterSole system is
popular throughout Europe with installers and end customers alike thanks Installation on pitched roof
to its longstanding reliability and highly aesthetic appearance.

System features:
• Channels water via weather-proof, durable HDPE plates
• Low roof load and total rainwater-tightness thanks to HDPE plates
• Integrates harmoniously into the roof, even with uneven roof surfaces,
thanks to height-adjustable mounting brackets
• Cost of roofing materials saved in new builds

Installation advantages:
• Easy, rapid, uncomplicated roof integration
• No need to cut end caps to size
• Suitable for portrait and landscape module installation (incl. within a plant,
Low profile mounting for flat tiles,
e.g. for fitting around obstacles) e.g. those typically found in the UK
• Height-adjustable module clamps for module frame heights between
30 and 50 mm.
• Online plant design using the Renusol project configurator or through
application technicians if you have special questions/roof features:
Tel. +49 221 788707-29

Commercial advantages:
• Tried and tested system, much in demand
• Well over 2,000 systems installed without a single complaint

InterSole plates laid on furring strips to create rainwater-tightness InterSole mounting anchors and end caps

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100% WATERTIGHT!
Roof-integrated mounting system with proven performance
over many years and high aesthetic appeal for end customers

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MetaSole
Rooftop mounting system for trapezoidal
and corrugated sheet metal roofs

Rooftop system Roof pitch Roof covering Modules Laminates

Trapezoidal/corrugated
MetaSole 3–70˚ sheet metal, sandwich, ö ö
standing seam

Extremely compact, simple and quick to install mounting system with a truly
impressive price-performance ratio.

System features:
• For aluminium and steel trapezoidal sheet roofs
• For trapezoidal sheet metal roofs with a thickness of 0.4–1.5 mm Installation on trapezoidal
• Just 4 mounting components, no mounting rails sheet metal roof
• Impermeable to rainwater thanks to clamp base pre-assembled with
EPDM rubber
• Leak test UB 5.1/10-535 MFPA
• German building authority approval DIBt Z-14.4-627, Z-14.1-4, Z-14.1-537

Installation advantages:
• Quick and easy to install – under 10 minutes per kWp
• Extremely lightweight – just 1.3 kg per kWp
• Exceptionally easy to transport – all parts for 5 kWp fit in a shoebox
• No pilot drilling required thanks to use of self-drilling screws
• Mounting without drilling templates
• Height-adjustable module clamps for module frame heights between
30 and 50 mm Installation on corrugated
sheet metal roof with adapter
• Online plant design using the Renusol project configurator or through
application technicians if you have special questions/roof features:
Tel. +49 221 788707-29

Commercial advantages:
• Extremely cost-efficient storage and logistics

Screw, ... ... click, ... ... done!

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COMPACT & EFFICIENT!
Just 4 components for ultra quick and easy installation
at a great price-performance ratio

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VarioSole
Rooftop mounting system for pitched roofs

Rooftop Roof pitch Roof covering Modules Laminates

many country-specific
VarioSole 3–70˚
roof coverings ö ö

With many years of proven performance in the field, VarioSole is a universal

mounting system that allows solar installations to be mounted and secured
in a way that meets both buildings conservation and country-specific require-
ments, irrespective of the roofing type and substructure. The largely pre-assem-
bled components are installed as a rail system that is mounted on the rafters
using special roof hooks. Usually, only a few tiles have to be removed during
this process, significantly reducing the installation work required compared to
full re-roofing.

System features:
• Complete product range of mounting components for roofing types such as
plain tile and slate roofing, corrugated and trapezoidal
sheet metals and many other typical roof coverings
• Integrates harmoniously into the roof, even with uneven roof surfaces,
thanks to height-adjustable mounting brackets
• PV modules can be mounted with portrait or landscape orientation
• Available in black and silver

Installation advantages:
• Flexible, versatile components for almost all customary installation
requirements
• Simple, secure installation
• Height-adjustable module clamps for module frame heights between
30 and 50 mm
• Online plant design using the Renusol project configurator or through
application technicians if you have special questions/roof features:
Tel. +49 221 788707-29

Commercial advantages:
• Tried and tested system, much in demand
• Few components for versatile applications
• Cost-efficient storage and logistics

Versatile system for efficient installation tailored to specific roof conditions Black colourway

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UNIVERSAL BRILLIANCE!
The most versatile pitched roof system for
portrait/landscape module mounting in harmony
with special country-specific features

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VarioSole – colour and installation options

For many planners and developers, the overall appearance of a property is

vitally important. The VarioSole system offers ideal solutions to meet this
aesthetic requirement.

Aesthetic advantages:
• Assembly materials boost a uniform appearance thanks to fully coordinated
designs in aluminium silver or black
• The versatile configuration options of the modular system design allow
PV systems to be installed harmoniously on the roof without creating
a jarring effect
• Modules can be mounted in portrait or landscape configurations

VarioSole as a single-layer system:

Vertical module arrangement
on horizontal mounting rails

VarioSole as a double-layer system:

Horizontal module arrangement with
mounting rails installed vertically
onto the basic mounting rail grid
(crossbar installation)

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VarioSole – suitable for almost any roof

The VarioSole system is characterised by its extremely high versatility. By virtue

of its special construction, it is compatible with most roofing types and roof
substructures available worldwide, might they be wood, metal or concrete. The
system can be used on the diverse roof coverings typical in Germany, Austria,
Switzerland, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Greece, Benelux, Denmark, the US
and other countries, and is compatible with the widest variety of materials and
profiles, such as double roman (Frankfurter Pfanne), plain, slate, Marsigliese,
Romana, Portoghese and Doppio Coppo tiles, as well as standing seam and
trapezoidal metal sheets.

Aluminium roof hook Roof hook for roof covering Roof hook
with/without width adjustment with plain tiles with slate tile roof covering

Steel roof hook Solar fastener for wooden and steel substruc- Dowel screw on corrugated fibre cement
for Dutch roof coverings tures on sandwich panel with storm washer with dome washer

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TriSole
Rooftop and flat roof mounting systems

Rooftop/flat roof Roof pitch Roof covering Modules Laminates

TriSole 3–45˚ almost all roof coverings ö ö

The TriSole system is ideal for use on very large pitched and flat roofs where
installations comprising oversized PV modules are planned. The triangular
TriSole mounting frame combines great versatility with robust design and can
be installed on the roof using heavy duty panels, dowel screws or solar fasteners
depending on requirements.

System features:
• Suitable for almost all flat roof coverings, such as rolled roofing membranes,
bitumen, trapezoidal sheet metal, corrugated sheet metal, fibre cement,
standing seams, concrete, gravel, etc.
• Suitable for roof substructures made from wood, steel or concrete
• Compatible with all standard PV modules
• Particularly suitable for oversized PV modules
• Available with inclinations of 8°, 10–15°, 20–30° and 35–45°

Installation advantages:
• Pre-assembled system components for efficient installation
• Flexible roof installation in line with needs using heavy duty panels,
dowel screws or solar fasteners
• Height-adjustable module clamps for module frame heights between
30 and 50 mm

TriSole triangular mounting frame Flexible roof installation

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FOR XXL MODULES!
Versatile mounting system with triangular mounting frame,
specifically developed for oversized PV modules

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FS 10
Flat roof mounting system

Flat roof Roof pitch Roof covering Modules Laminates

all standard
FS10 0–5˚
roof coverings ö –

The four-part FS 10 mounting base comprised a crest made of stainless steel, a

vertical support of aluminum, a stainless steel threaded rod and a cement base.
These extremely robust components are permanently weather-resistant. Two
crest variants are available for upsloping and downsloping module installation.

System features:
• Post-based mounting system offering high degree of installation flexibility
• Accommodates roof-mounted structures and roof pitch better than rail-based
systems, generally adapts better to specific roof conditions
• Rainwater can flow away unimpeded
• Equal, precise distribution of roof loads
• Excellent rear ventilation of PV modules for greater yield
• Optional extra: stable metal pedestal, which can accommodate up to four
cement bases, for large-scale installations or high wind loads
• Optional extra: building protection mat, coated with aluminium on the under-
side, to protect the roof covering, particularly suitable for various membrane
roofs owing to their incompatibility with the rubber in standard protective mats

Installation advantages:
• Extremely quick and efficient installation of very few components with
just one tool
• The PV modules are slotted in from behind, which allows individual modules,
or even the entire installation, to be readjusted or realigned
• Around 80 % of all modules readily available on the market can be slotted in
from behind using this method
• Online plant design using the Renusol project configurator or through
application technicians if you have special questions/roof features:
Tel. +49 221 788707-29

Commercial advantages:
• Low storage space required thanks to small number of system components
• Optimised logistics thanks to pre-packed packages (for installations with
metal support bases)
• Can be customised on request with branding on crest and base

FS 10 installation: first module series Preparing the second module series Bottom view of the installation

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BEST FOR EAST/WEST!
Post-based, highly-flexible mounting system
with unimpeded rainwater discharge

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ConSole +
Flat roof and ground mounting system

Flat roof/ground-mounted Roof pitch Roof covering Modules Laminates

roof coverings
ConSole + 0–5˚
and ground mounting ö –

ConSole + is a new and improved version of the ConSole system launched in

1998. Compared to the initial model, which has enjoyed many successful years
on the market, it features improved aerodynamics, reducing the weight needed
for ballasting.

System features:
• Particularly lightweight mounting system to be ballasted with gravel,
flagstones or similar materials
• No damage to the roof membrane or subsurface since no anchorage
is required
• Optimal load distribution without concentrated loads
• Product variants available for different solar module sizes
• Low product weight, 7.9–9.9 kg depending on type
• 15° support angle
• Manufactured from 100 % chlorine-free polyethylene (HDPE) for a long
service life
• Meets fire prevention standards under DIN EN 13501-1:2010-01 Class E
• Optional extra: wind deflector for rear mounting onto ConSole+
which helps to prevent high wind loads at the edge of the installation

Installation advantages:
• Easy, rapid and safe to plan and mount
• Free positioning
• Online plant design using the Renusol project configurator or through
application technicians if you have special questions/roof features:
Tel. +49 221 788707-29

Commercial advantages:
• Tried and tested system, much in demand
• Optimal packing units with up to 80 units per pallet

ConSole + with optional wind deflector for Ground-mounted project in Ludwigshafen

preventing high wind loads at the edge of the installation with over 9,000 ConSoles

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LIGHTWEIGHT!
The particularly lightweight and aerodynamic mounting
system without the need for roof or ground anchorage

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Accessories

Supplementary components for Renusol systems are available in our range of

accessories. Both our system components and accessories are designed with the
customer in mind, focussing on quality, convenience, speed and flexibility.

Our range of accessories includes:

• Solutions for cable mounting and cable routing
• End caps for mounting rails available in different models
• Modern installation solutions for earthing, equipotential bonding
and lightning protection
• Protective anti-theft devices and measures for photovoltaic systems

Cable routing Silver end cap Black end cap

Grounding terminal Middle clamp for laminates End clamp for laminates

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 THE IDEAL SUPPLEMENT!
High-quality system accessories

Microinverter mounting set Anti-theft safety screw kit Universal tile vents

PV cable outlet Sealing collar Universal base plate

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Reliable and trustworthy

MADE IN
GERMANY

Quality – tested, Logistics – efficient, on time

certified and guaranteed and environmentally friendly

When developing our mounting systems here at Renusol, Using efficient and organised logistics processes allows
we rely on the most up-to-date technical expertise, high- Renusol to punctually deliver perfectly assembled goods
quality materials and extensive test procedures. Each throughout Europe. Due to the flexible structures in place
development process is supported and certified right up at our production sites, we can ensure the optimal avail-
until its market launch by qualified and recognised coop- ability of all our basic products even during peak times.
eration partners such as the German Technical Inspection Our individual packaging processes enable us to send the
Association TÜV Rheinland, the Leipzig Institute for Materi- desired goods to the desired address. Our optimised pack-
als Research and Testing (MFPA) and the German Center aging units reduce transport costs. What’s more, we avoid
of Competence in Civil Engineering (DIBt). Before being using unnecessary packaging material, which reduces
launched onto the market, our products are subject to disposal costs for the customer and helps to protect the
extensive test procedures including wind tunnel tests, environment.
rigorous analysis of water tightness under extreme condi-
tions, structural testing and analysis of the system’s load • Basic products delivered within 48 hours
behaviour. • Individual assembly for each project
• Optimal packing units
• Extensive testing at renowned institutes • Environmentally friendly packaging
• The company has filed numerous patents since its found- • Cost-efficient distribution planning
ing in 1997, underlining its constant innovative strength • Continuous optimisation of the logistics processes
• 10-year product warranty
• Products made in Germany

MADE IN
GERMANY

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PV Configurator – clear,
convenient and customisable

Thanks to the Renusol PV Configurator, designing a suitable The PV Configurator at a glance:

mounting system for each photovoltaic installation is just
a few mouse clicks away. All individual configuration inputs • Manage all projects using the configurator via your own
can be saved and changed later on, and users can access password-protected account
their project data at any time. • Available in 9 languages
• Structural design possible worldwide
For further information or queries please contact: (according to Eurocodes)
Application technicians • Automatic calculation of wind and snow load zones
Telephone: +49 221 788707-29 • Individual building and roof parameters
Fax: +49 221 788707-98 • PV array design graphically displayed
Email: technical-support@renusol.com • Preparation of quotes for customers, including detailed
parts lists
Demo account following registration:
• Project report is created automatically and includes:
http://web.renusol.com
– Project overview, location data, roof parameters,
module data
– Positioning of mounting components
– Material/parts list
– Graphic display of installation overview
– Template for verifiable structural analysis

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Made by professionals for professionals

Training – informative,
easy to understand and practical

Our professional courses provide practical training. Customers are regularly informed of the latest Renusol
The training sessions take place either under real-life training session dates in Cologne.
installation conditions in the Renusol training centre
in Cologne or at the construction site itself. In particular, Enquiries for on-site training sessions:
our training sessions on site support customers when using
Germany and Benelux
a Renusol system for the first time and help them to solve
Mobile: +49 173 9959860
project-related challenges that cause difficult mounting
Email: training.centraleurope@renusol.com
conditions. Over one thousand participants have already
successfully taken part in Renusol training programmes. UK
Mobile +44 7786 542238
• Experienced and certified trainers Email: training.uk@renusol.com
• Very practical with a hands-on approach
Eastern Europe
• Solutions for special mounting conditions
Mobile: +420 777 223 209
• Training sessions in the local language or in English
Email: training.easterneurope@renusol.com
• Training sessions in the Renusol training centre
last for 4–8 hours depending on the system
• Number of participants min. 5, max. 15 people
• Sessions can also take place at the construction site itself

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Renusol offers the following training sessions:

• PV mounting of roof-integrated systems (BIPV)

Mounting system: InterSole
Total time: 8 hours
Number of participants: min. 5/max. 15

• Rooftop PV mounting
Mounting systems: VarioSole, MetaSole, FS 10,
TriSole and ConSole +
Total time: 8 hours each
Number of participants: min. 5/max. 15
• PV ground mounting
Mounting system: ConSole +
Total time: 4 hours
Number of participants: min. 5/max. 15

Current training dates in the Renusol training centre

in Cologne can be found on www.renusol.com/en/.

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 Renusol GmbH Sales department Marketing service
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Germany Email: sales-support@renusol.com
Telephone: +49 221 788707-0
Fax: +49 221 788707-99 Application technicians
Email: info@renusol.com Telephone: +49 221 788707-29
www.renusol.com Fax: +49 221 788707-98
Email: technical-support@renusol.com

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