With over 60% of all single ply roofs in the UK being mechanically fixed it’s critical that the correct fixings are used for the individual application. After all, these are the key components that secure the roof in place for its lifespan. The aim of this blog is to provide a greater insight to whatRead more
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What is BIM? Within the construction industry, BIM is a topic of much confusion and misunderstanding. There have been many articles and blogs written about BIM which never really answer the question: What is BIM? Over the course of this article I will endeavor to explain what BIM is and 4 steps of getting BIMRead more
Why choose adhered single ply roofing systems? Adhered single ply roofing systems are particularly popular in the UK flat roofing market. They are chosen for a myriad of reasons such as achieving a more aesthetically pleasing roof finish, avoiding the need to predrill into a concrete roof deck or the need for several fixing andRead more
Single Ply membranes over the last 50 years have always been credited with being flexible and able to cope with the vast majority of roofing details or challenges put in front of them, especially PVC & TPE membranes. However, we have all had that impossible detail where the builder has placed a pipe detail upRead more
Is it possible to overlay an existing flat roof with Single Ply? Mostly the answer is yes, but each project should be taken on its own merits. The fact that a roof looks in good condition should not be the basis of installing a new roof covering. There have been many instances where new materialsRead more
With the purpose build modern training centre at Clay Cross, we are in the position to carry out both Armourplan (PVC) and Spectraplan (TPE) single ply training sessions. The training given is important to enable operatives to gain knowledge of our products, application methods and standard details. The training is currently a two day courseRead more
The construction industry is turning more and more to offsite construction methods and the trend will become even more popular in the future. The main reasons behind this are the tighter build programmes, higher levels of cost control and skill shortage that the industry is currently facing. With the implementation of the ‘Construction 2025’ strategy,Read more
Single ply is increasingly specified as standard for large public sector and commercial projects due to its proven long-term performance, design flexibility and speed of installation. It’s a versatile material – even more so than most imagine. However, different types of single ply are suitable for different jobs, and on some occasions an alternative waterproofingRead more
Making the most of your flat roof areas using a Rooftop SuDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage System) can make good sense when used in the correct application with the correct specification and installation. Rooftop SuDS are sometimes known as Blue Roofs which is in my opinion misleading terminology that implies that water is going to beRead more
Do you have a flat roof that is experiencing ponding water? Is an area of your flat roof sunken in and holding water? Ponding water is often seen as a threat to a flat roofing system. There are guidelines laid down that designers can follow to design the roof with a drainage fall (gradient) ofRead more
