2 Ply Modified Bitumen Roofing System

High quality sbs rubber and asphalt blend.

2 ply modified bitumen roofing system.

Application of flintlastic sa 2 ply and 3 ply self adhered roof systems. Lends elasticity and flexibility to the sheet. Firestone sbs modified bitumen roofing systems incorporate a synthetic rubber based technology which yields exceptional flexibility even in extremely low temperatures. Note that roof systems typically include more than one type of material.

The 1 ply material is not durable and if used can pose certain problems such as breaking down prematurely while the 2 and 3 ply material roofs cost significantly more to install which can make this one of the most costly types of flat roofing products around. Sbs modified bitumen roof systems brochure. A built up roof for example will typically include the built up membrane itself with or without gravel as well as some kind of insulation. Available in a variety of thicknesses in smooth and granule surfaces sbs membranes may be installed in hot asphalt cold adhesive or may be heat welded.

A standard sbs modified bitumen roof system is a two ply system applied in rolls that overlap the edge of the previous roll. This installation video is an overview of application of the 2 and 3 ply flintlastic sa self adhered systems the smart low slope roofing solution from certainteed roofing. Many of our commercial roofing customers do not know the differences between modified bitumen and single ply roofing systems. This video is a supplement to the instructions included with flintlastic products.

Astm e 1592 physical testing was performed on three test roof assemblies in order to determine the wind uplift resistance of an rsprs installed over existing structural metal panel roof systems fastened directly into purlins. Modified bitumen roofing systems. There are two types of modified bitumen membranes app and sbs. To learn more about our engineered roof systems click on a selection below.

This technology was applied to the design of our two ply engineered roof systems in which the workhorse base ply absorbs roof stresses while the top ply shields the base from the elements and mechanical abuse. Both can be used on commercial roofs and the best choice often depends on the business owners roofing needs and goals. Modified bitumen roof systems can be installed with the common torch method asphalts or cold adhesives. Following are some photos of a recent 2 ply modified bitumen membrane roofing system installation along with new eavestrough gutters installed by toronto roofing ca.

Bitumen roofing is also available in 1 2 or 3 ply. Wind uplift is a primary concern when installing a retrofit single ply roof system rsprs over a structural metal panel roof.