When identifying today’s most prevalent single-ply membrane roof systems and their appropriate application methodologies, there are a number of myths surrounding durability, energy saving capabilities and condensation concerns. Take a look at the myths below to see what’s real when it comes to single-ply roofing.

When you were younger, you probably heard that sitting too close to the TV will ruin your eyesight or that drinking coffee will stunt your growth.

As it turns out, these are just myths.

In fact, there are many myths today that don’t hold any truth to them.

There are even myths when it comes to roofing. When identifying today’s most prevalent single-ply membrane roof systems and their appropriate application methodologies, there are a number of misconceptions surrounding the durability, energy-saving capability and condensation concerns of single-ply roofing.

It’s natural that fire is one of the last things we think about when selecting a roofing system. Durability, protection against the elements and toughness often take priority. But when it comes to fire prevention, purchasing the wrong roofing material can be a life-or-death decision.

The 2018 RCI International Convention & Trade Show will be held in Houston, TX at the Marriott Marquis Houston and George R. Brown Convention Center. The convention kicks off Friday, March 23rd and the trade show runs Saturday, March 24th from 3:15 – 7:15 p.m. and Sunday, March 25th from 8:45 a.m. – noon. FiberTite will exhibit again this year. Stop by booth #623 and learn how our 36 mil membrane provides operational security to the world’s most powerful brands.

ASTM D6754 Standard Specification for ELVALOY™ Ketone Ethylene Ester (KEE) Based Sheet Roofing was adopted and published in 2002. The standard offered an alternative to PVC thermoplastic roofing membranes that had been established under the ASTM D4434 Standard Specification for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) Sheet Roofing.

FiberTite is proud to sponsor a continuing education webinar brought to you by Building Enclosure Magazine. ELD Successes and Failures: Lessons From The Field was presented February 27, 2018.

The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is bringing together roofing professionals on March 6-7, 2018 in Washington, D.C. for Roofing Day in D.C. 2018. This is a unique opportunity to join hundreds of roofing professionals as they descend on Capitol Hill to meet with members of Congress and their staffs and speak with ONE VOICE as a united industry!

Our families of FiberTite membranes are extremely durable and able to withstand the elements, but certain circumstances, such as structural considerations, require that the accumulation of snow on the rooftop be removed.

When it comes to fire protection, not all roofing systems are alike. While all systems must meet certain standards, some materials succumb to flame while others are self-extinguishing. Check out this video to see a lab test on some of the most popular roofing materials used today.

The chart below provides a quick overview of the flame-resistance of various roofing materials. While roofing systems are evaluated and tested as a unit, this look at materials is a good baseline for selecting the best system for your fire prevention needs.

As buildings have become more efficient, with improvements in windows, doors and insulation, more roofing systems are being damaged by positive pressure. Simply put, positive pressure is caused by the air input of a HVAC system exceeding a building’s ventilation system’s ability to remove that air.