EPDM RUBBER ROOFING
EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) is as a tough synthetic rubber membrane for low slope commercial roofs. It is available in black or white, in a variety of widths and thicknesses. The three types of EPDM installation are ballasted, fully adhered and mechanically attached.
TYPES OF EPDM ROOFING
- BALLASTED
Ballasted EPDM construction uses larger sized rolls of EPDM rubber, held in place with a rounded washed stone top layer.
- FULLY ADHERED
Fully Adhered EPDM roofing incorporates a mechanism where by the insulation is mechanically attached to the roof, and the EPDM membrane is then glued to the insulation layer with an adhesive.
- MECHANICALLY ATTACHED
With mechanically attached EPDM roofing systems, the rubber membrane is physically attached to the deck (often by means of a batten cover strip and roofing screws). The seams are covered and sealed with rolls of EPDM seam tape and adhesive.
BENEFITS
- Highly resistant to the effects of ozone, UV and abrasion.
- Exceptional resistance to extreme heat and cold, high winds and hail.
- Exceptional elastic characteristics that are able to withstand structural expansion and contraction, which often causes premature failures in other roofing system types.