GLASFLAME - APP Modified Membrane With Nonwoven Glassfibre Reinforcement

GLASFLAME DESCRIPTION

BITUMAT GLASFLAME is a superior, high performance, prefabricated, modified bitumen membrane, consisting of proprietary waterproofing compound, reinforced with spunbonded non-woven glasfibre mat.

The BITUMAT proprietary waterproofing compound is formulated with select bitumen modified with Attactic Polypropylene (APP) for greater elasticity, flexibility, and further enhanced with a blend of Thermoplastic Polymer (TP) and Elastoplastic Copolymer (EPC) for high heat resistance, greater elongation and low temperature flexibility. The compound is then stabilized with opaque Mineral Stabilizers (MS) for impact resistance, UV resistance and durability.

The superior waterproofing compound is reinforced with a strong, dimensionally stable, rot proof & spunbonded glass fiber, which is further reinforced with continuous strands of glass threads for increased strength.

The proprietary compound, the unique reinforcement, combined with the famous BITUMAT process technology and rigid quality assurance procedures, yields a very reliable and dependable waterproofing membrane.

 

USES

GLASFLAME is a universal, all purpose membrane, excellent in a single layer or multi-layer roofing systems, underground waterproofing, multi-story car parks, pond lining, irrigation canals lining, swimming pools or any structure that requires high performance waterproofing. It is most suited as the first layer in a multi-layer system.

 

OUTSTANDING FEATURES

• Total impermeability for total waterproofing.
• Excellent resistance to aging and weathering.
• Outstanding bondability and seam integrity.
• Flexibility at low temperature.
• Stability at high temperature.
• Application friendly (labour cost savings)
• Variety of finishes for exposed and covered applications.
• Dimensional stability
• Rot-proof
• Inert base layer for multi-layer specifications
• Aluminum foil finish ideal for exposed flashings

 

GENERAL DATA

Nominal Roll length: 10 M
Nominal Roll width: 1M
Nominal Thickness: 3, 4, 5, MM
Reinforcement: 50/60 gm/m2 glasfibre mat. Other weights on request.

 

FINISHES

GLASFLAME is available in four basic finishes:

• Black smooth finish with polyethylene surfaces for covered applications.
• Coloured granule surfacing for exposed applications.
• Embossed aluminium foil surfacing for exposed applications.
• Black fine sanded upper surface for coated applications.

 

QUALITY CONTROL

In addition to stringent regular tests by BITUMAT laboratory, our products are tested periodically by Independent Laboratories.

 

STANDARDS

GLASFLAME complies with the requirements and tolerance levels of UEAtc (European Union of Technical Agreement) MOAT 27-1983 and MOAT 30-1984 and CGSB (Canadian General Standards Board) 37-GP-56M - July 1980.

 

INSTALLATION TOOLS REQUIRED

• Gas torch
• Knife
• Trowel
• Measuring tape
• Marking string
• Gloves

 

APPLICATION

GLASFLAME is installed by torch welding method, loose-laid or fully bonded to substrate. When loose-laid, only overlaps are bonded together. Peripheres and protrusions are sealed according to specifications.

 

COVERAGE RATE (Approx.)

(Rate may vary as per site requirement)
Flat areas: 1.15 M2/M2 per layer with 10 cm. side laps and 15 cm. end laps.
Base flashing: 100x35 cms. with 15 cm. end laps, 0.40 M2/ linear Mtr.
Average wastage: 3 - 5 %

 

TORCHING GUIDELINES

The underside of the membrane should be torched just enough to superficially melt the bitumen. Excessive heating may damage the reinforcement. Overlaps should be re-heated from the top and resealed  with a trowel to ensure seam integrity. For details of installation methods and flashing requirements, consult the relevant BITUMAT Systems Design and Installation Manual.


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