Patent Grant
12209414
The present invention relates to roofing shingles and methods of manufacturing same.
Photovoltaic systems having solar shingles are commonly installed on roofing of structures.
In some embodiments, a system includes a plurality of roofing shingles installed on a roof deck, each of the roofing shingles includes a core layer having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, and a cap layer overlaying the core layer, wherein the cap layer includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end of the cap layer, wherein the second end of the cap layer is offset from the second end of the core layer, wherein the first end of the cap layer is offset from the first end of the core layer, wherein the cap layer includes a first surface and a pattern on the first surface, a side lap extending from the second end of the cap layer to the second end of the core layer, an extended portion at the first end of the cap layer, wherein the extended portion of a first one of the roofing shingles overlays the side lap of a second one of the roofing shingles; and a plurality of photovoltaic modules, each of the plurality of photovoltaic modules include at least one solar cell.
In some embodiments, the second end of the cap layer is offset from the second end of the core layer by 1 inch to 10 inches. In some embodiments, each of the core layer and the cap layer is composed of a polymeric material. In some embodiments, the polymeric material is thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO). In some embodiments, the cap layer is welded to the core layer. In some embodiments, the cap layer is adhered to the core layer by an adhesive. In some embodiments, the pattern includes a plurality of indentations. In some embodiments, the pattern includes a depiction of a plurality of solar cells.
In some embodiments, a roofing shingle includes a core layer having a first end and a second end opposite the first end; a cap layer overlaying the core layer; wherein the cap layer includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end of the cap layer, wherein the second end of the cap layer is offset from the second end of the core layer, wherein the first end of the cap layer is offset from the first end of the core layer, wherein the cap layer includes a first surface and a pattern on the first surface, a side lap extending from the second end of the cap layer to the second end of the core layer; and an extended portion at the first end of the cap layer, wherein the extended portion of the roofing shingle is configured to overlay a side lap of another one of the roofing shingles, and wherein the roofing shingle is configured to be installed on a roof deck.
In some embodiments, the second end of the cap layer is offset from the second end of the core layer by 1 inch to 10 inches. In some embodiments, each of the core layer and the cap layer is composed of a polymeric material. In some embodiments, the polymeric material is thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO). In some embodiments, the cap layer is welded to the core layer. In some embodiments, the cap layer is adhered to the core layer by an adhesive. In some embodiments, the pattern includes a plurality of indentations. In some embodiments, the pattern includes a depiction of a plurality of solar cells.
In some embodiments, a method includes the steps of obtaining a plurality of roofing shingles, each of the roofing shingles includes a core layer having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, a cap layer overlaying the core layer, wherein the cap layer includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end of the cap layer, wherein the second end of the cap layer is offset from the second end of the core layer, wherein the first end of the cap layer is offset from the first end of the core layer, wherein the cap layer includes a first surface and a pattern on the first surface, a side lap extending from the second end of the cap layer to the second end of the core layer, and an extended portion at the first end of the cap layer; obtaining a plurality of photovoltaic modules, each of the plurality of photovoltaic modules includes at least one solar cell, installing the plurality of photovoltaic modules on a roof deck; installing the plurality of roofing modules on the roof deck proximate to the plurality of photovoltaic modules, and wherein the extended portion of a first roofing shingle of the plurality of roofing shingles overlays the side lap of a second roofing shingle of the plurality of roofing shingles.
In some embodiments, a method includes the steps of obtaining a core layer of a first material, wherein the core layer includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end; obtaining a cap layer of a second material, wherein the cap layer includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end of the cap layer; positioning the second end of the cap layer offset from the second end of the core layer and positioning the first end of the cap layer offset from the first end of the core layer; overlaying the cap layer over the core layer; and attaching the cap layer to the core layer to form at least one roofing shingle, wherein the at least one roofing shingle includes a side lap extending from the second end of the cap layer to the second end of the core layer, and wherein the at least one roofing shingle includes an extended portion at the first end of the cap layer, wherein the extended portion of a first roofing shingle of the at least one roofing shingle is configured to overlay the side lap of a second roofing shingle of the at least one roofing shingle. In some embodiments, the method further includes the step of creating a pattern on a surface of the cap layer. In some embodiments, the overlaying step includes rolling the core layer by a first infeed roller and rolling the cap layer by a second infeed roller, wherein the first infeed roller is offset from the second infeed roller.
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In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 5 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 4 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 3 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch to 2 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches to 5 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches to 4 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches to 3 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 3 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 3 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 3 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 3 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 3 inches to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 3 inches to 5 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 3 inches to 4 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 4 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 4 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 4 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 4 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 4 inches to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 4 inches to 5 inches.
In some embodiments, the length L1 is 5 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 5 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 5 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 5 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 5 inches to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 6 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 6 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 6 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 6 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 7 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 7 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 7 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 8 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 8 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 9 inches to 10 inches.
In some embodiments, the length L1 is 1 inch. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 2 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 3 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 4 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 5 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L1 is 10 inches.
In some embodiments, the offset of the core layer 12 from the cap layer 14 forms a side lap 32. In some embodiments, the first end 16 of the core layer 12 is offset from the first end 24 of the cap layer 14. In some embodiments, the first end 16 of the core layer 12 is offset from the first end 24 of the cap layer 14 by a length L2.
In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 5 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 4 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 3 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch to 2 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches to 5 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches to 4 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches to 3 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 3 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 3 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 3 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 3 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 3 inches to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 3 inches to 5 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 3 inches to 4 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 4 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 4 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 4 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 4 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 4 inches to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 4 inches to 5 inches.
In some embodiments, the length L2 is 5 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 5 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 5 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 5 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 5 inches to 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 6 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 6 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 6 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 6 inches to 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 7 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 7 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 7 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 8 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 8 inches to 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 9 inches to 10 inches.
In some embodiments, the length L2 is 1 inch. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 2 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 3 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 4 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 5 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 6 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 7 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 8 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 9 inches. In some embodiments, the length L2 is 10 inches.
In some embodiments, the length L1 is equal to the length L2. In some embodiments, the length L1 is different from the length L2. In some embodiments, the offset of the core layer 12 from the cap layer 14 forms an extended portion 35.
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a length L3. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 30 inches to 60 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 30 inches to 50 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 30 inches to 40 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 40 inches to 60 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 40 inches to 50 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 50 inches to 60 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 30 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 40 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 50 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is 60 inches.
In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a length L4. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 30 inches to 60 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 30 inches to 50 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 30 inches to 40 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 40 inches to 60 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 40 inches to 50 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 50 inches to 60 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 30 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 40 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 50 inches. In some embodiments, the length L4 is 60 inches. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a total length L5. In some embodiments, the length L5 is 32 inches to 66 inches.
In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 includes a head lap portion 34 extending from the first end 24 to the second end 26 of the cap layer 14, and from the first edge 28 to a location 36 between the first edge 28 to second edge 30 of the cap layer 14. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 includes a reveal portion 38 extending from the first end 24 to the second end 26 of the cap layer 14, and from the second edge 30 to the location 36.
In some embodiments, the head lap portion 34 has a width W1. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 1 inch to 16 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 1 inch to 15 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 1 inch to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 1 inch to 5 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 5 inches to 16 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 5 inches to 15 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 5 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 10 inches to 16 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 10 inches to 15 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 15 inches to 16 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 1 inch. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 5 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 10 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 15 inches. In some embodiments, the width W1 is 16 inches.
In some embodiments, the reveal portion 38 has a width W2. In some embodiments, the width W2 is 5 inches to 12 inches. In some embodiments, the width W2 is 5 inches to 10 inches. In some embodiments, the width W2 is 10 inches to 12 inches. In some embodiments, the width W2 is 5 inches. In some embodiments, the width W2 is 10 inches. In some embodiments, the width W2 is 12 inches.
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of a polymeric material. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of a thermoplastic polymer. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of polyethylene terephthalate (“PET”). In another embodiment, the core layer 12 is composed of ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (“ETFE”). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of an acrylic such as polymethyl methacrylate (“PMMA”). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of a single ply TPO roofing membrane. In other embodiments, non-limiting examples of TPO membranes are disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 9,359,014 to Yang et al., which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety. In another embodiment, the core layer 12 includes polyvinyl chloride. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of a natural rubber. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of high density polyethylene (HDPE). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of polypropylene (PP). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of a polyolefin elastomer (POE). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes a flame retardant additive. In some embodiments, the flame retardant additive may be clays, nanoclays, silicas, carbon black, metal hydroxides such as aluminum hydroxide, metal foils, graphite, and combinations thereof.
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes a composite material. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 is composed of a composite material that incorporates fiberglass into a polymer matrix of a PP, asphalt or TPO. In some embodiments, the composite materials may have a solar reflectance that is at least 20% greater than conventional composite materials. In some embodiments, the composite materials may be used as a roof attachment and a water shedding layer. In some embodiments, the composite materials, when used as roofing materials for photovoltaic modules, may increase power for such photovoltaic modules by 1% to 2%. In some embodiments, the composite materials may have a relative temperature index (RTI) of greater than 90° C. In some embodiments, the composite material may be a black thermoplastic polyolefin membrane.
As used herein, the term “building material” may include, without limitation, at least one of a roofing material, a siding, a flooring, or any combination thereof. As used herein, the term “roofing material” may include any material of a roof and may include, for example and without limitation, at least one of shingles (e.g., such as photovoltaic modules), roofing membranes (e.g., such as waterproofing membranes), underlayments, tiles, any component thereof, or any combination thereof In some embodiments, the roofing material may comprise, consist of, or consist essentially of a component of a photovoltaic module. For example, in some embodiments, the roofing material may comprise, consist of, or consist essentially of a backsheet or a portion of a backsheet (e.g., a bottom flap, a head lap, etc.). Further examples of roofing materials include, without limitation, at least one of rolled roofing, flexible rolled roofing, or any combination thereof.
In some embodiments, the composite material is a roofing composite material. In some embodiments, the roofing composite material may comprise, consist of, or consist essentially of one or more layers. For example, in some embodiments, the roofing composite material may comprise, consist of, or consist essentially of at least one of a substrate, a cap, a core, or any combination thereof In some embodiments, the substrate may have a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface. In some embodiments, the cap may be on the first surface of the substrate. In some embodiments, the cap may be in contact with the first surface of the substrate. In some embodiments, the core may be on the second surface of the substrate. In some embodiments, the core may be in contact with the second surface of the substrate. In some embodiments, one or more layers may be located between the cap and the substrate. In some embodiments, one or more layers may be located between the core and the substrate.
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 2 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 1 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 1 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 1 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 1 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 1 mm to 2 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 2 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 2 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 2 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 3 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 3 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 4 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 0.1 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 1 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 2 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 3 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 4 mm. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 has a thickness of 5 mm.
In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes a polymeric material. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes polyethylene terephthalate (“PET”). In another embodiment, the cap layer 14 includes ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (“ETFE”). In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes an acrylic such as polymethyl methacrylate (“PMMA”). In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO). In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes a single ply TPO roofing membrane. In other embodiments, non-limiting examples of TPO membranes are disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 9,359,014 to Yang et al., which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety. In another embodiment, the cap layer 14 includes polyvinyl chloride. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 is composed of a natural rubber. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 is composed of high density polyethylene (HDPE). In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 is composed of polypropylene (PP). In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 is composed of a polyolefin elastomer (POE). In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 is composed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes a flame retardant additive. In some embodiments, the flame retardant additive may be clays, nanoclays, silicas, carbon black, metal hydroxides such as aluminum hydroxide, metal foils, graphite, and combinations thereof. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes a composite material. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 is composed of a composite material that incorporates fiberglass into a polymer matrix of a PP, asphalt or TPO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 is composed of a composite material as described above with respect to the core layer 12.
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes magnesium oxide (MgO). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 35% to 50% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 35% to 45% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 35% to 40% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 40% to 50% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 40% to 45% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 45% to 50% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 35% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 40% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 45% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes 50% by weight of MgO.
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes ketone ethylene ester (KEE). In some embodiments, the core layer 12 includes a PVC-KEE hybrid membrane. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 is adapted to be a component of a photovoltaic system that includes a fire resistance that conforms to standards under UL 790/ASTM E 108 test standards. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 includes a Class A rating when tested in accordance with UL 790/ASTM E 108.
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are welded to one another. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are ultrasonically welded to one another. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are heat welded to one another. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are thermally bonded to one another.
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are adhered to one another by an adhesive layer 15 (see
In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are laminated. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are co-extruded. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are mechanically attached to one another. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are attached to one another by at least one fastener. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are attached to one another by a plurality of fasteners. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are attached to one another by deforming one of the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 into the other one of the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are attached to one another by deforming a portion of one of the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 into the other one of the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14. In some embodiments, the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 are attached to one another by forming at least one hole in one or both of the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 and dispensing molten material into the at least one hole to connect the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14. In some embodiments, non-limiting examples of fasteners, fastening means and methods for fastening, connecting and attaching the core layer 12 to the cap layer 14 are disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 7,833,371 to Binkley et al, U.S. Pat. No. 8,006,457 to Binkley et al, U.S. Pat. No. 8,127,514 to Binkley et al, and U.S. Pat. No. 8,316,608 to Binkley et al, each of which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.
In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 2 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 0.1 mm to 1 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 1 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 1 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 1 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 1 mm to 2 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 2 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 2 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 2 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 3 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 3 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 4 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 0.1 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 1 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 2 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 3 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 4 mm. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 has a thickness of 5 mm.
In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 7 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 6 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 2 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm to 1 mm.
In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 7 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 6 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm to 2 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm to 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm to 7 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm to 6 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm to 3 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 3 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 3 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 3 mm to 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 3 mm to 7 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 3 mm to 6 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 3 mm to 5 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 3 mm to 4 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 4 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 4 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 4 mm to 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 4 mm to 7 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 4 mm to 6 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 4 mm to 5 mm.
In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 5 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 5 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 5 mm to 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 5 mm to 7 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 5 mm to 6 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 6 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 6 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 6 mm to 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 6 mm to 7 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 7 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 7 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 7 mm to 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 8 mm to 10 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 8 mm to 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 9 mm to 10 mm.
In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 0.2 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 1 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 2 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 3 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 4 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 5 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 6 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 7 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 8 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 9 mm. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 has a thickness of 10 mm.
In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 includes a structure, composition, components, and/or function similar to those of one or more embodiments of the photovoltaic modules disclosed in U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2022/0393637, published Dec. 8, 2022, entitled “Roofing Module System,” owned by GAF Energy LLC, the contents of which are incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.
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In some embodiments, the first surface 42 of the roofing shingle 10 is textured. In some embodiments, the first surface 42 of the roofing shingle 10 is textured to impart an appearance of a traditional asphalt roofing shingle. In some embodiments, the first surface 42 of the roofing shingle 10 is textured to impart an appearance of and aesthetically match a photovoltaic module 100 (see
In some embodiments, the first surface 42 is an embossed surface. In some embodiments, the pattern 40 on the first surface 42 includes a plurality of indentations. In some embodiment, each of the plurality of indentations has a circular shape. In some embodiment, each of the plurality of indentations has a rectangular shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has a square shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has a triangular shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has an elliptical shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has an oval shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has a rhombus shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has a hexagonal shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations includes a pentagonal shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has a polygonal shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has a non-polygonal shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has a geometric shape. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of indentations has a non-geometric shape. In some embodiments, the pattern 40 on the first surface 42 includes a plurality of dimples. In some embodiments, the indentations are created by embossing a portion of the first surface 42. In some embodiments, the texture includes a surface roughness (Ra). In some embodiments, the surface roughness (Ra) is 1 micron to 200 microns. In some embodiments, the pattern 40 on the first surface 42 includes a plurality of lines. In some embodiments, the pattern 40 on the first surface 42 includes a plurality of grooves. In some embodiments, the pattern 40 on the first surface 42 includes cross-hatches.
In some embodiments, a pattern roller 44 forms the pattern 40 on the first surface 42 of the cap layer 14. In some embodiments, the pattern roller 44 includes a circumferential face 46. In some embodiments, the face 46 includes at least one pattern. In some embodiments, the at least one pattern includes a plurality of patterns. In some embodiments, the plurality of patterns are strips 45 along a length of the roller 44 in a longitudinal direction. In some embodiments, the plurality of patterns includes at least two patterns. In some embodiments, the plurality of patterns includes at least three patterns. In some embodiments, the plurality of patterns includes at least four patterns. In some embodiments, the plurality of patterns includes at least five patterns. In some embodiments, the plurality of patterns includes at least six patterns. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of patterns is identical to one another. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of patterns is different from one another. In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of patterns is different from at least another one of the patterns. In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of patterns is similar to at least another one of the patterns. In some embodiments, the pattern roller 44 has a circumference of 68.5 inches and a diameter of 21.8 inches. In some embodiments, the pattern roller 44 includes four patterns. In some embodiments, each of the patterns extends for 17-⅛ inches along the circumference of the pattern roller 44. In some embodiments, the pattern roller 44 has a greater or lower circumference than 68.5 inches and a corresponding lower or greater diameter.
In some embodiments, the pattern 40 is formed simultaneously with the processing of the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14 of the roofing shingle 10. In some embodiments, the pattern 40 processed during a roll-to-roll (R2R) process of the core layer 12 and the cap layer 14.
In some embodiments, the pattern is printed on the first surface 42 of the cap layer 14. In some embodiments, a pattern or depiction of solar cells is printed on the first surface 42 of the cap layer 14. In some embodiments, each of the depicted solar cells has a width of 5 inches to 8 inches. In some embodiments, the pattern is printed on the first surface 42 of the cap layer 14 by ink jet printing. In some embodiments, the pattern is printed on the first surface 42 of the cap layer 14 by laser printing. In some embodiments, the pattern is printed on the first surface 42 of the cap layer 14 by lithography. In some embodiments, the pattern is printed on the first surface 42 of the cap layer 14 by flexography. In another embodiment, the cap layer 14 is painted. In another embodiment, the cap layer 14 is a colored layer. In another embodiment, the cap layer 14 includes a black color. In some embodiments, the color of the cap layer 14 includes a mixture of colors. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes an infrared reflective pigment. In some embodiments, the infrared reflective pigment includes graphene. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 meets standards of California Building Energy Efficiency Standards of Residential and Nonresidential Buildings, Title 24, Part 6.
In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes magnesium oxide (MgO). In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 35% to 50% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 35% to 45% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 35% to 40% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 40% to 50% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 40% to 45% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 45% to 50% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 35% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 40% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 45% by weight of MgO. In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes 50% by weight of MgO.
In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes ketone ethylene ester (KEE) In some embodiments, the cap layer 14 includes a PVC-KEE hybrid membrane. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 is adapted to be a component of a photovoltaic system that includes a fire resistance that conforms to standards under UL 790/ASTM E 108 test standards. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 includes a Class A rating when tested in accordance with UL 790/ASTM E 108.
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In some embodiments, a roofing system includes at least one of the roofing shingle 10 and at least one photovoltaic module 100. In some embodiments, the at least one of the roofing shingle 10 includes a plurality of roofing shingles 10. In some embodiments, the at least one photovoltaic module 100 includes a plurality of photovoltaic modules 100. In some embodiments, the at least one photovoltaic module 100 is electrically active. In some embodiments, the system includes at least one roofing shingle 10 and at least one electrically active photovoltaic module 100. In some embodiments, the system includes at least one roofing shingle 10, at least one electrically active photovoltaic module 100, and at least one nonactive photovoltaic module 100. In some embodiments, the at least one roofing shingle 10 and the at least one photovoltaic module 100 are installed on a roof deck. In some embodiments, the appearance of the at least one roofing shingle 10 aesthetically matches the appearance of the at least one photovoltaic module 100. As used herein, the term “aesthetically matches” means having a similar overall visual appearance, texture, gloss, and/or color, and with respect to an embodiment of the roofing shingle 10, the roofing shingle 10 includes a visual appearance, texture, gloss, and/or color that is similar to those of the photovoltaic module 100. In some embodiments, the color is measured under a CIELAB color space system. In some embodiments, the gloss can be quantified in accordance with the ASTM E430 Standard Test Methods for Measurement of Gloss of High-Gloss Surfaces by Abridged Goniophotometry. In some embodiments, the appearance of each of the roofing shingle 10 and the photovoltaic module 100 are visually perceptible by and subjective to a human.
In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 is cuttable. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 is cuttable to a desired size and shape. As used herein, the term “cuttable” means capable of being cut or penetrated with or as if with by an edged instrument, and with respect to certain embodiments of the roofing shingle 10, the roofing shingle 10 is capable of being cut or penetrated by am edged instrument such as a cutting knife, scissors, razor, or other suitable roofing module cutting instruments and tools. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 is configured to be installed on the roof deck 50. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 is configured to be installed on non-solar roof planes of the roof deck 50. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 is configured to be installed either partially or fully around an array of the photovoltaic modules 100. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 is cuttable to a size and shape for positioning around obstacles, such as vents, chimneys, antennas, and other roofing structures. In some embodiments, the roofing shingle 10 cuttable to a size and shape to extend to roofing eaves and ridges.
In some embodiments, a method includes the steps of:
In some embodiments, a method includes the steps of:
This application is a Section 111(a) application relating to and claiming the benefit of commonly-owned, co-pending U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 63/313,024, filed Feb. 23, 2022, entitled “ROOFING SHINGLE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME,” the contents of each of which are incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
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