S-5! earns Florida Product Approval for PVKIT, expands solar mounting to carports
Rail-less mounting system certified for hurricane zones as company highlights new canopy applications at RE+ 2025
Florida’s hurricane codes are some of the toughest in the country. At RE+ 2025 in Las Vegas, S-5! announced that its PVKIT solar mounting system has earned Florida Product Approval (FPA) for use in High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ)—making it the first metal roof attachment manufacturer to achieve the certification.
Backed by more than 5,000 load tests across all major roof profiles, materials, and gauges, the FPA designation simplifies code compliance and permitting for installers working in Florida’s high-wind regions. The certification gives contractors, inspectors, and designers added assurance that PVKIT can withstand extreme conditions.
S-5! is also showcased a new solar carport application, bringing its metal roof mounting technology to purlin-framed canopy structures. As you see in the picture, the S-5! solution doesn’t penetrate. The company says the approach provides watertight connections, strong wind uplift resistance, and fast installation with fewer components. The solution is compatible with most Cee and Zee purlin designs and maintains compliance with UL 2703, UL 3741, FPA, and FM Approvals.
“Carports are becoming a bigger piece of the distributed solar landscape, and they bring unique structural challenges,” said the company in its announcement. “By applying our proven roof attachment expertise to canopies, we’re giving contractors a simpler, hurricane-tested solution for these projects.”
The PVKIT remains S-5!’s flagship product and one of the most widely used rail-less solar mounting systems in the industry. By integrating carport applications and earning hurricane-zone certification, the company is positioning the product line as a versatile option for both rooftops and canopy-style solar structures.
“Our team continues to innovate and adapt our technologies to serve evolving solar applications—including carports,” said Rob Haddock, CEO and founder of S-5! “And with our PVKIT now Florida Product Approved for HVHZ, our partners can trust it to perform even in the most extreme conditions.”
