Issue 6: roof maintenance guidelines
All polymeric membranes 1.0 General Roof maintenance, as with any part of the building, is essential in order to comply with the waterproofing system guarantee and to ensure maximum performance and life expectancy. 2.0 Access Access to the roof must only be allowed under supervision of the Building Manager or the person responsible for building […]
Issue 5: guidance for working with IKO Polymeric systems in cold weather
Use of adhesives Generally both PU Adhesives and contact adhesives should not be used if the temperature is below 5° C, they should also be stored at 15+°C. Storing the adhesives on the roof overnight during low temperatures is considered poor practice and should be avoided. If this is unavoidable then provision should be made […]
Issue 4: what are the causes of water ponding on flat roofs and what are the solutions?
There are many reasons for water ponding on a flat roof, from the incorrect design of roof falls and insufficient slope, degrading materials causing roof sagging to drainage issues and build-up of silt on the roof surface. The solution needs to eliminate the cause of the ponding to prevent the issue from returning in the […]
Issue 3: methodology for repairs to IKO Armourplan
Areas to be worked on should be swept with a soft brush to remove any debris or sharp fines that may be laying on the surface. As well as the area to be repaired the surrounding area should also be swept to reduce the chance of bringing debris back into the work area. The membrane […]
Issue 2: PVC coated lightning conductor tapes
IKO Strike Lightning Conductor Clip IKO Polymeric do not recommend the use of PVC coated lightning conductor tapes on IKO Armourplan PVC roofing systems, as the PVC coating can cause plasticiser migration from the waterproofing membrane. Plain tapes should be used and secured into position with IKO Strike Lightning Conductor Clips. If you have any […]
Issue 1: guidance for walkway membrane usage
IKO Armourplan PVC membrane is robust enough to withstand light foot traffic for normal roof inspections, which should be carried out at least twice a year. Care should be taken when walking over any areas that may suffer from some water retention as there could be a build-up of silt which is likely to present […]
Hinkley Point C, Somerset – IKO Armourplan PSG
Hinkley Point C will be the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK, marking a significant moment in the revitalisation of the country’s nuclear power industry.
Arexim Engineering, Bulgaria
The 10,000 sq m roof of a Bulgarian production plant is benefiting from IKO Spectraplan – a mechanically fixed roofing membrane. Located in Smolyan, the facility is home to Arexim Engineering, a leading producer of high-precision plastic components and tooling equipment for injection moulding.
Do Single Ply Membranes Puncture Easily?
Single ply membranes, in certain circumstances can be punctured, but so can other flat roof waterproofing solutions – including built-up bituminous membrane systems.
What does a single ply membrane guarantee cover?
A single ply membrane guarantee can vary in its range of cover, from being a product guarantee only, to including flat roof system design, to also including workmanship/quality of installation.
