WHAT TYPES OF IMPROVEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE TO EPDM SPLICING TECHNOLOGY?

June 3, 2018

The introduction of membrane splice tapes as an option to the use of liquid adhesives has resulted in less reliability on contractor workmanship, increased production for the contractor, and enhanced performance for the roofing system and building owner.

Laminated components (flashing components that have a pre-applied adhesive tape) have improved flashing quality (an item that has traditionally been problematic).

Equipment utilized to install EPDM single-ply roofing systems has also evolved as well. Innovations have been made to ease the backbreaking work of roof installations – this helps reduce work force fatigue and enhances the installation and performance of the roofing system.

BALLASTED EPDM ROOFS

The EPDM (ethylene propylene diene terpolymer) single-ply rubber roofing membrane has been an appealing choice of the low-slope commercial roofing industry for over 40 years.

The number one roofing choice of architects, roof consultants and contractors for both new construction and replacement roofing projects according to market surveys from Building Design and Construction, and Roofing/Siding/Insulation magazines, and the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA).