Single Ply Membrane Roof Pitch

We produce and manufacture top tier pvc membranes and complete commercial and residential roofing solutions for flat or low sloped roofs.

Single ply membrane roof pitch.

Ballasted fully adhered and mechanically fastened. Thermoset and thermoplastic single ply roofing requires a minimum roof pitch of 1 4 12 or greater. Short for thermoplastic polyolefin tpo is a single ply roofing membrane that offers excellent performance at a cost effective price. They work well for a variety of projects with roofs of all shapes and sizes including exposed roofs green roofs cool roofs ballasted roofs and more from large scale commercial projects such as airports and factories to a private house rooftop.

Photovoltaic pv modules shingles require a minimum roof pitch of 2 12 or greater. Liquid applied roofing requires a minimum roof pitch of 1 4 12 or greater. A reliable and versatile membrane suitable for all types of single ply systems with guarantees up to 25 years. Since our start in 1978 ib roof systems has maintained a superior performance record for commercial and residential single ply pvc membrane complete roofing solutions.

Liquid membrane roofing systems. There are quite a few other benefits of single ply membrane roofing systems. Single ply membrane roofing if properly installed and maintained a commercial single ply membrane roof can last 30 years. Their main characteristic is that they are designed to be installed in one layer.

Roofing membranes that are single ply such as a pvc tpo or epdm requires a thin layer of a compatible single ply adhesive to be used as a primer for roofslope. Stone ballast or concrete pavers are then installed over the membrane to prevent uplift and protect the membrane special care must be taken to avoid damaging the membrane when installing the stone. Sprayed polyurethane foam roofing requires a minimum roof pitch of 1 4 12 or greater. Single ply roof membranes are one of the most popular flat roofing materials ideal for lightweight cost effective fast track construction projects.

There are three installation methods for single ply roof membranes. Proven track record epdm roofing has been used for commercial flat roofing for over six decades. In the 20 years that tpo has been in the field it s become one of the most popular products used for low slope roofing. Heat welded seams provide superior strength.

They also exhibit great flexibility and they re resistant to uv radiation which is superior when compared to other products. Single ply roofing membranes provide a variety of materials to choose from. Ballasted installation involves loose laid sheets that are joined together to provide a full seal. Apply a single ply adhesive that will adhere to the existing membrane as a primer thick enough to accept a full broadcast of 16 grit silica sand or granules.

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