Simplify Your Solar Installations with FAFCO's Header Anchor

Upgrade your solar heating systems with FAFCO's innovative header anchor, designed for easy installation, superior reliability, and hassle-free maintenance. Discover the benefits of our anchor system that ensures a secure and lasting connection for your solar panels.

Key Feature Benefits of FAFCO's Header Anchor:

  • Simplifies installation and maintenance.
  • Enables easy access and adjustments.
  • Prevents leaks on composition roofs and ensures a more reliable seal.
  • Provides a reliable roof anchoring method that enhances system stability and durability.

How to Install FAFCO's Header Anchor on composition shingle roof (refer to page 42 for tile roofs):

  • Snap a chalk line at the top header location.
  • Prevents leaks on composition roofs and ensures a more reliable seal.
  • Provides a reliable roof anchoring method that enhances system stability and durability.
  1. 1. Mark the Top Header Location
      1.      • Snap a chalk line at the top header location.
  1. 2. Locate Rafters and Pre-drill Pilot Holes
      1.      • Find rafters, if possible, and pre-drill pilot holes (Use two          header anchors for each panel, only on the top headers.)
  1. 3. Apply Roof Sealant
      1.      • Prevent roof leaks by applying sealant on the pilot holes.
  1. 4. Align the Base of the Header Anchor
      1.      • Use alignment indicators on the base to line up the lag screw hole with the pilot hole on the roof.
  1. 5. Drill in a 5/16th Lag Bolt
      1.      • Use the appropriate length of lag bolt for your specific job.
  1. 6. Secure the Header and Anchor Top
    1.      • Place the header into the base.
    2.      • Position the anchor top onto the base.
    3.      • Use the provided bolt to secure the anchor top to the base.
    4.      • Repeat this process for each panel.

FAFCO's Header Anchor Overview

FAFCO’s header anchor delivers a seamless, efficient, and reliable solution for your solar heating system installations. With user-friendly features and compatibility with various roofing materials and anchoring methods, our header anchor is the ultimate choice for all your solar heating needs.