Roofing UpdatesFor further info on all these updates and more, visit www.total-contractor.co.ukNEW DIAMOND GRP SYSTEMPermavent has expanded its extensive range of innovative roofing products with the release of a new,advanced GRP roofing system, that provides the perfect solution to the construction industry for flat roofs.The ‘Diamond GRP System’ offers exceptional quality for flat roofing as it has been specially formulated solely forroofing applications. Traditionally GRP systems were designed for marine use, such as boats and aquatic tanks.When applied to a roof the finished result was often very brittle and unforgiving, lacking the durability and flexibilityrequired. This, in turn, decreases the overall life expectancy.Above: The Diamond GRP System includes baseresins, topcoats, matting, trims and accessories.Diamond GRP eliminates these issues with its formula specifically designed for roofing and delivers enhanced benefits including:Longevity: Advanced bonding characteristics and superior flexibility improves the roof’s performance and is supported with a 25-year materials guarantee;Robust and Durable: Excellent strength, versatility and waterproofing makes it ideal for extreme weather conditions and frequent footfall, where it can bespecified for use on walkways and balconies; Intuitive installation: Quick and easy to apply all year round, with excellent UV resistance; Seamless ImprovedAesthetics: No seams, joints or welds are required and creates an attractive finish. This also reduces labour time for the contractor and removes potentialpoints of water ingress. For more information visit www.permavent.co.uk or email enquiries@permavent.co.uk.GET THE EDGE WITH PROTECTIONRoof Edge has installed a hard-wearing safety solution on Scottish Natural Heritage’s HQ roof in Inverness.After years of improving the Scottish countryside, they decided to focus their efforts on improving their head office’srooftop safety with the help of Roof Edge. After a thorough site survey, it was determined that a Kee Walk withGuardrail system would be the most effective solution, incorporating a Kee Gate into the system for added security.“Ensuring the safety of our staff is the main priority for us and Roof Edge’s solutions have given us the peace ofmind we needed. I am confident now that people working on our roofs are protected. To say we’re happy with theoutcome is an understatement,” explained Lesley Fraser, GGH Building Manager. www.roofedge.co.ukMARLEY PROVIDES THE LOWDOWNMarley has launched a new concrete interlocking tile, which can be used down to a minimum pitch of 12.5 degrees.The Mendip 12.5 from Marley.The new Mendip 12.5 has the same double pan design as the original concrete tile, but includes some innovative featuresto ensure it can be used at a lower pitch. Designed with single storey extension projects in mind, the Mendip 12.5 has fourweatherproofing channels at the face of the tile to prevent water ingress from wind driven rain. To make it even morewatertight, the tile has no nail hole and is instead installed with its own Mendip clip. As well as the original Mendip tile,which can be used down to pitches of 15 degrees, the range now features the Mendip 12.5 in two colours – Smooth Greyand Smooth Brown – giving contractors more choice on low pitch projects. www.marley.co.uk/lowpitchmendipLIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION FOR AH+SIG Design & Technology has produced a series of instructional videos on the new andimproved Hydrostop AH+ liquid waterproofing system wet-on-wet, cold applied product.For further information on Hydrostop AH+ liquidwaterproofing systems visit: www.singleply.co.ukThe videos were filmed at SIG Design & Technology’s Training Academy with Danny Meadows,leading trainer and area field technician, demonstrating the correct techniques for application. Thevideos walk you through every step of the application from surface preparation and priming, applyingreinforced fabric and more difficult detailing such as outlets and pipe penetrations. The videos areavailable to view at http://bit.ly/HydrostopAHplusvideos46 TC MARCH 2020
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