Colorado-based S-5!, manufacturer of metal roof attachments, announced on Monday the addition of 50 new patents issued in 2024, bringing the total number of patents issued to the company to a whopping 194 since its first patent issuance in 1991.

In a Dec. 9 news release, S-5! said the patents were issued by global patent agencies across multiple regions, including the European Union (12), the United States (8), China (9), India (6), Australia (4), New Zealand (2), the United Kingdom (2), South Africa (2), Costa Rica (1), Kuwait (1), Mexico (1), Saudi Arabia (1), and Turkey (1).

As the global demand for solar energy surges, fueled by clean energy initiatives and decreasing solar capital costs, S-5! said it is experiencing increased demand for its solar attachment solutions, particularly in the Asia-Pacific, Latin American and the European Union regions.

Most recently, the Indian Patent Office granted S-5! patent #423672-001 for its new Protea PV rail-less solar mounting solution, designed for mounting framed solar modules to trapezoidal metal roofs, while providing certified electrical bonding and grounding.

“We are seeing increasing demand for certifiably tested, engineered and affordable lifetime components that allow easy attachment of rooftop accessories to metal roofs while maintaining roof integrity,” said Rob Haddock, founder and CEO of S-5! “In 2024, we prioritized certifications through third-party testing agencies to ensure the reliability and holding strength of our attachment solutions.”

The company said notable achievements include FM Approvals listings to FM 4478 for the Ensolro System, which includes the S-5! PVKIT HUR 2.0 rail-less, direct-attach, solar mounting solution for metal roofs. 

The product can withstand wind uplift forces up to 150 psf in high-wind and hurricane zones. Additionally, S-5! standing seam clamps earned Florida Product Approvals (FPA) for High Velocity and Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), a rigorous approval for high-wind zones. 

“Issued patents are the proof of innovation,” added Haddock. “S-5! is not just a manufacturer; we are an innovation-driven company dedicated to our core principles—innovate, improve, and re-innovate—all while staying true to our commitment to do things ‘The Right Way!’”

For more information, visit S-5.com.