What is the fire rating of single ply membranes?
The fire rating of a single ply membrane is determined through standardised testing methods, which consider the complete flat roof system from the structural deck upwards. There are different fire ratings for construction products depending on what is being tested; for a flat roof system, the resistance of the roof to external fire exposure is […]
Are single ply flat roof membranes suitable for use on pitched roofs?
A single ply membrane can be used to provide the waterproofing finish for a pitched roof, and there is no limit on the slope of the roof for which it can be used. BS 6229:2018, the code of practice for flat roofs with continuously supported flexible waterproof coverings, even advises that many of its recommendations […]
Coety Primary School, Bridgend – IKO Armourplan SM
Working with Central Cladding, IKO Polymeric completed the 800m2 single ply roofing project for Coety Primary School in Bridgend.
Wotton Baptist Church, Bristol
Wotton Baptist Church is a lively, evangelical, charismatic church located in a thriving small town in the shadow of the Cotswolds. The Church building stood firm for centuries but needed extending.
Illustrious House, Portsmouth – IKO Armourplan P
IKO Polymeric and Latchmore Roofing worked on an exciting development in Wellington Street, one of the most popular locations in Portsmouth.
easyHotel, Sheffield – IKO Armourplan PSG
The former Primark store in the Castlegate area, North East of Sheffield city centre has now been converted to a budget hotel (easyHotel) after a refurbishment project. The five-storey building has been transformed into a 131-bed hotel with a basement gym as well as commercial space.
Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne – IKO Armourplan SM
Newcastle University has invested in a £75 million development to create an outstanding looking, modern accommodation for its students.
Shaldon Beach, South Devon – IKO Armourplan P
IKO Polymeric and DFR Roofing worked on an astonishing private dwelling in South Devon. Sitting on the hills of Shaldon Beach, the 330 m2 modern, detached house was built with a flat roof as part of the planning requirements to avoid obstructing the view of other properties overlooking the beach.
University of York – Piazza Building, York – IKO Armourplan P
The University of York has invested in a £27m infrastructure in the Heslington East Campus which is planned as a state-of-the-art learning facility for pre-university overseas students to provide academic preparation programmes prior to their undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
