EPC Solaire designs and manufactures photovoltaic module mounting systems in France, and has developed a specific expertise for flat roofs buildings.
Founded in 2010 by two engineers with a passion for their field, EPC Solaire has developed a dual expertise in photovoltaics and building waterproofing.
A brief description of the company and its activities.
“Useful innovation” is in the DNA of EPC Solaire, whose Research & Development department designs solutions that constantly follow to market trends and regulatory developments.
EPC Solaire is a leading player in the market with:
- Recognized fastening solutions;
- More than 2,000 projects supported over the past five years;
- More than 220,000 mounting systems supplied by 2024;
- More than 250 MWp installed with our technology over the last five years;
- Extensive coverage of the whole of France.
EPC Solaire supplies all the major players in the retail, logistics, energy and industrial sectors and is 100% focused on customer satisfaction.
EPC Solaire is committed to sustainable development, aiming to develop new, cost effective and sustainable ways of producing and consuming energy.
The aluminum used has unrivalled mechanical resistance to UV rays and corrosion. This durable material, it is virtually infinitely recyclable.
At the end of the photovoltaic power plant’s life, iNovapv supports can be fully recycled and financially recovered.
As an eco-responsible company, EPC Solaire promote the employment of disabled people by assembling its integration system in sheltered workshops located in France.
Since the creation of EPC Solaire, 2.5 million m² of flat roofs have been equipped with photovoltaic power plants using the iNovapv integration system.
What are the main areas of activity of the company?
The company focuses on the flat roofs market equipped with sealed membrane (bitumen or synthetic). Our portfolio proposes mounting systems that need no ballast because the products are directly welded (by hot air or flame) to the roof.
What’s the news about new products/services?
Our latest product, iNovaR, is dedicated to the retrofit market.
Our innovative solution iNovaR is directly welded to the membrane with a special design allowing to distribute the snow and PV loads.
This patented innovation allows our customers to install a PV system, with no structural reinforcement needed.
What are the ranges of products/services?
The iNova range of integration systems for photovoltaic modules is the result of over 10 years of continuous innovation, and our solutions can be adapted to different types and sizes of waterproofed roofs, with flat or inclined installations, but always without ballast or drilling.
iNova solutions are available in several versions:
- iNovapv Lite
- iNovapv Lite Tilt GC FE for very large roof areas
- iNovaR for retrofit / renovation
Our construction principle allows the integration of standard photovoltaic modules.
What is the state of the market where you are currently active?
Currently, we are very active as a supplier of PV systems on the NEW building market. With iNovaR, we are targeting the market of the EXISTING buildings.
Our market share is at this stage about 25%.
What can you tell us about market trends?
In France, the retrofit potential for C&I (commercial and industrial) roofs is around 100 million square meters.
What are the most innovative products/services marketed?
The iNovaR system offers an innovative solution for the renovation and solarization of ribbed sheet steel (TAN) roofs. This ingenious process is distinguished by its ability to preserve the integrity of existing elements, enabling the installation of photovoltaic panels without the need for structural alterations.
What estimations do you have for the beginning of 2025?
We are already in contact with end-users such as major food retailers (Lidl, Carrefour, Leclerc, etc.), specialized retailers (Decathlon, etc.) and major logistics players (Prologis, GSE, etc.) to install our solution on several site all over France.
We work in partnership with all the players in the ecosystem (design offices, PV developers, general contractors).
We have already completed our first 2 renovation projects using iNovaR.