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Synthetic

Membranes

Monarplan

®

Installation Manual

Summary of Contents for Monarplan Series

Page 1: ...Synthetic Membranes Monarplan Installation Manual...

Page 2: ...rane Application 15 6 1 Tools and Equipment 15 6 2 Hot Air Welding 16 6 3 Welding of T joints 17 6 4 Weld tests 19 6 5 Sealing of seams 20 6 6 Welding of aged weathered membranes 20 7 Methods of appli...

Page 3: ...the laying of Icopal waterproofing membranes on millions of square metres of roof areas Adherence to the relevant technical rules as published in standards and regulations as well as to the workers pr...

Page 4: ...s reinforcement encapsulated between two layers of extruded PVC The membrane is specifically designed for use within ballasted inverted ballasted warm roof or green roof constructions where the membra...

Page 5: ...2 12 2 12 0 7 1 4 Standard length m 1 20 15 15 20 15 15 20 15 15 15 Standard colour 2 grey anthracite grey anthracite grey anthracite grey anthracite Accessories Monarplan internal external universal...

Page 6: ...nded to be used in the formation of internal external corners field fabricated pipe flashings sealant pockets and scuppers when the use of pre moulded accessories are not feasible Monarplan D Strips a...

Page 7: ...information sheet for further information 8 Icopal EPDM sealents can be combined with the Monarplan outlet to construct a waterproof solution 9 Icopal fixation bar is a 3 m galvanised steel bar with...

Page 8: ...Adhesive Terokal TK 914 is a high strength solvent based contact adhesive that allows the bonding of Monarplan non fleeceback membrane to various porous and non porous substrates The adhesive provide...

Page 9: ...ld be in rolls and with an even spread over the roof deck on lightweight steel decking only in bearing areas The accessory materials are packed weatherproof in synthetic tin containers or cans Please...

Page 10: ...help restrict the passage of warm moisture laden air into the roof structure Inverted Roof Sometimes referred to as an upside down roof the thermal insulation is positioned above the roof covering re...

Page 11: ...ication Mechanically Fastened Ballasted Adhered Ballasted Substrate Type Concrete Cellular Rough Yes Yes Maybe 6 Yes Cast Yes Yes 2 Maybe 6 Yes Ply OSB Yes 2 3 Yes 2 Yes 1 Yes Profiled Metal Maybe 6 M...

Page 12: ...arplan waterproofing membranes can be laid parallel or perpendicular to the roof slope If using mechanical seam fastening of the waterproofing membranes on corrugated steel or timber decks the membran...

Page 13: ...gitudinal edge with an overlap of at least 5 cm at the end of the membrane Double T joints are forbidden Double T joints are avoided by a staggered arrangement of the membrane ends If membrane ends ar...

Page 14: ...tallation manual 14 062014V1 5 7 Formation of expansion joints Expansion joints has especially to be planned by the architects and are project specific Contact the Icopal technical service for guidanc...

Page 15: ...ure wheels or moving parts to see they move properly or are free spinning Air Intake Make sure the air intake is open Clean out the air intake for the blower unit regularly Repair Check the machine fo...

Page 16: ...rried out before commencing work adjusting the temperature settings as necessary to achieve the proper weld Deficiencies Wrinkles capillaries and fish mouths are to be avoided When these deficiencies...

Page 17: ...erature is too high Membranes are seal welded in one operation by moving backwards whereas small tapes up to 30 cm are first tacked and then seal welded When seal welding the nozzle must be inserted b...

Page 18: ...erheat burning the membrane min 5 cm min 5 cm min 5 cm round off laying order 6 3 2Butt joints of backed membranes Backed membranes Monarplan GF at the end of the membrane are butt jointed or if appro...

Page 19: ...ature the sealing layer from the seam edge min 2 cm must be cohesive without any foreign matter over the complete welding width and the seam has to be permanently waterproof and highly resistant The p...

Page 20: ...parameters can be set for the next period of work The peel test can also performed directly on the construction site using an electrical tensiometer The advantage is to determine the welding strength...

Page 21: ...t upon the condition and nature of the substrate Adhered Membrane Adhered membranes are only possible if the functional layers are stationary and on substrates which are suitable for the corresponding...

Page 22: ...fixed back to the more stable substrate ie fixed vertically to the structural deck or horizontally to masonry or concrete upstands The angle is then waterproofed with the flashing sheet In some situa...

Page 23: ...stand welding to the field sheet and at least the horizontal flange of the coated metal angle For further clarification regarding the method of perimeter restraint refer to the range of Monarplan Stan...

Page 24: ...d be from the uppermost finished level and not the level of the waterproofing Flashings The flashing should provide sufficient coverage of the waterproofing extending down a minimum 75 mm over the wat...

Page 25: ...ficiently secured in this way min 2 fasteners m they must be additionally fixed prior to installing the membrane Where the substrate comprises profiled metal sheet the waterproof membrane should be fi...

Page 26: ...rrugation spacing of the metal sheets and the position of movement joints and large roof penetrations arcade and single rooflights natural smoke vents are taken into consideration In order to draw up...

Page 27: ...rotection layer e g rot proof fleece building protection mat e g Regupol or similar must be placed between the roof sealing and the concrete slabs or hollow grid tiles Concrete slabs laid closely toge...

Page 28: ...ckness and the moisture content of the draining filter and vegetation mat For calculating wind uplift the load of the dry roof is to be taken 7 5 2 Installation of loose laid membranes with ballast Pr...

Page 29: ...vering with compressed gravel ballast Cutopenorcompletelyscrapeoffblisters Removecompressed gravel ballast with appropriate tools and level the substrate Apply a compensation layer e g a bituminous fe...

Page 30: ...lso ensure that surfaces are dry and free from dirt grease oils and any other solvents 7 6 4 Icopal Fleeceback Adhesive Fully Bonded Terokal TK 3958 Stir well before use The adhesive is suitable for o...

Page 31: ...with water do not produce a water film Replace the emptied can immediately by a new can Never remove the can forcibly from the gun If the gun is not used for a longer time clean it thoroughly with PU...

Page 32: ...with a sanded surface are particularly suitable for cold bonding 7 6 8 Methodology Side Laps Monarplan GF Membranes are manufactured with a 70 mm fleece free selvage Position the adjoining sheet allow...

Page 33: ...Depending on the construction detail the edge of the roof should be made air tight A strip of suitable sealant should be installed along the edge beneath the coated metal If a compatible vapour contro...

Page 34: ...hot air welded with a min 20 mm weld to finish the seal Depending on the construction detail the edge of the roof should be made air tight A strip of suitable sealant should be installed along the ed...

Page 35: ...are installed in a perpendicular direction to the metal deck s corrugations in order to avoid a concentration of uplift forces on any one single element Aluminium decks shall be a minimum 0 9 mm acc t...

Page 36: ...ry or the fastener manufacturer or their designated representative The results of the pullout tests must be designated on a roof plan to indicate the areas at which the tests were conducted and forwar...

Page 37: ...ranes can be loose laid without fixing on the wall For parapets over 50 cm height the membranes must be either fully bonded Icopal Contact Adhesive 914 or secured intermediately with Monarplan coated...

Page 38: ...p width at the butt joint should be approx 10 cm If corners are formed with Monarplan preformed details they are to be welded with hand held hot air gun with a recommended nozzle width of 20 mm 9 4 1...

Page 39: ...1 9 4 2 External Corners Cut the Monarplan trim strip to size Weld all seams Weld in external corner Upper trim of the parapet completed with prefabricated internal corner reversed Check all seams and...

Page 40: ...y made accessories Adhesives This clause also refers to membranes and fleeces which are attached to the Monarplan roofing membranes by bonding or weight of ballast or roof plant Examples Walkway sheet...

Page 41: ...ter vapour resistance performance For further guidance and product information contact Icopal Technical Services Installation of Loose Laid Polyethylene Membranes Lay Monarflex vapour control layer wi...

Page 42: ...incompatible elements or protected against mechanical damage In some cases free movement between layers has to be allowed for in situ reinforced concrete or ceramic tiles in mortar bed Where this is...

Page 43: ...ucts made by others approved by Icopal prior to commencement of works have been used Any alterations to agreed system specifications shall render any warranty offer null and void Furthermore should th...

Page 44: ...l fats directly onto the roof surface They could degrade the membrane Chemicals Contact Icopal if any chemicals come in contact with the roofing membrane Some chemicals could degrade the membrane or c...

Page 45: ...brane Roof Cement DO NOT USE ROOF CEMENT to repair or install membrane Roof cement contains petroleum products which may degrade the membrane The inspection should concentrate on high risk areas such...

Page 46: ...Icopal Ltd Barton Dock Road Stretford Manchester M32 0YL Tel 0161 865 4444 Fax 0161 864 2616 www Icopal co uk 062014V1...

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