Polyflame Garden 1 & 2

POLYFLAME
Garden (I-II) APP Root Resistant Waterproofing

Membrane
INTRODUCTION FINISHES
BITUMAT APP root resistant waterproofing Polyflame Garden I - 3 mm black finish
reinforced membranes are produced from a Polyflame Garden II - 4 mm granule finish
blend of special polypropylene thermoplastic
polymers, distilled bitumen and selected QUALITY CONTROL
additives. This combination gives the proven In addition to stringent regular tests by
waterproofing qualities of bitumen combined BITUMAT laboratory, periodic visits and Quality
plasticity, excellent resistance to heat aging Control tests are performed by :
protect against root penetration, weathering and SOCOTEC, Paris, France
ease of application by torch welding. MASENCO, Hurst, Texas, U.SA.
BITUMAT Saudi-made membranes offer total STANDARDS
impermeability to water, outstanding bondability POLYFLAME GARDEN complies with the
and seam integrity, easy repair and maintenance requirements and tolerance levels of UEAtc
and the possibility of a wide range of decorative (European Union of Technical Agreement)
finishes for exposed applications. MOAT 27-1983 and MOAT 30-1984 and CGSB
(Canadian General Standards Board) 37-GP-
DESCRIPTION 56M-July 1980.
POLYFLAME GARDEN is a range of modified
bitumen membranes with a reinforcement of INSTALLATION
180-200 gsm nonwoven, polyester which TOOLS REQUIRED
provides suppleness and flexibility to Gas torch, Knife, Trowel, Measuring tape,
compliment the plastomeric qualities of the Marking string, Gloves.
bitumen blend at both high and
low temperatures. The polyester fabric is rot APPLICATION
proof and extremely robust with certain isotropic POLYFLAME GARDEN is installed by torch
qualities. Other weights of polyester are welding method, loose-laid or fully bonded to
available on request. substrate. When loose-laid, only laps are bonded
together. Peripheries and protrusions are sealed
USES according to specifications.
POLYFLAME GARDEN is a special membrane,
excellent for roofing systems, flower boxes or COVERAGE RATE
wherever anti root penetration properties are For flat areas : 1.13 m2/m2 per layer
required. When surfaced with factory applied For 30 cm. girth
coloured slate granules, POLYFLAME GARDEN flashing : 0.35 m2/mt.. length
is ideal as an exposed top layer. Average wastage : 3 - 5%
OUTSTANDING FEATURES GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR TORCHING
Good elongation and recovery The underside of the membrane should be
High tensile strength and tear resistance torched just enough to superficially melt the
Very good puncture resistance bitumen. Excessive heating may damage the
Excellent for mechanical anchorage reinforcement. Overlaps should be reheated
Rot-proof. from the top and resealed with a trowel to
Root penetration resistance ensure seam integrity
.
GENERAL DATA For details of installation methods and flashing
Roll length : 10 mt. requirements, consult the relevant Bitumat
Roll width : 1 mt. Design and Installation Manual.
Thickness : 3, 4, 5 mm
Reinforcement : 200 gsm nonwoven
polyester fabric.
Other weights
available on request.
POLYFLAME
Garden (I-II) APP Root Resistant Waterproofing
Membrane
TECHNICAL DATA
Property Result Test Method
1. Softening point °C 155 ASTMD-36
2. Penetration, @ 25 °C dmm 25 ASTMD-5
3. Low temperature flexibility, °C -6 to -10 UEAtc; UNI 8202
4. Heat resistance, 2 hours @ 120 °C No flow CGSN-37-GP-56M; UEAtc
5. Reinforcement 180-200 gm/m2

nonwoven polyester
6. Tensile strength, N/5 cm ASTMD28 modified;CGSB-
Longitudinal 1050 (23 kN/m) 37-GP-56M or ASTM
Transverse 700 (15.8 kN/m) D146; UEATc; UNI 8202
7. Elongation, % ASTMD28 modified;CHSB-
Longitudinal 50 37-GP-56M or ASTM
Transverse 55 D146; UEATc; UNI 8202
8. Load strain product
Longitudinal 52,500 CGSN-37GP-56M
Transverse 38,500 UEAtc
9. Lap joint strength, N/5 cm
Longitudinal 1050 CGSB-37-GP-56M
Transverse 700 UEAtc
10. Tear resistance, N
Longitudinal 195 UEAtc; DIN 53859
Transverse 210 UEAtc; DIN 53859
11. Puncture resistance, N 155 ASTM E 154
Static indentation (at 25 kg) L4 UEAtc 5.1.9.
Dynamic indentation (at 25 kg) I4 UEAtc 5.4.1.
12. Water absorption, % Wt. <0.12 ASTMD-570; ASTM D 471
13. Water vapour transmission, g/m2/24 hrs. <0.28
Water impermeability of the membrane at Absolutely ASTMD-5147
the seamed joint impermeable
14. Resistance to leakage at joints Pass UEAtc
15. Resistance to aging & UV ASTM G 53, UNI 8202
(Weather-O-Meter, 2000 hrs.) Pass
(Equals 10 years exposure to the elements)
16. Resistance to thermal aging Pass ASTM G 53, UNI 8202
17. Resistance to hydro-shock Pass ASTM G 53, UNI 8202
The information given in this Technical Data Sheet reflects typical median properties based on laboratory test, and practical experience; subject
to the tolerance levels of UEAtc directives. However, as the product is often used under conditions beyond our control, we can’t warrant but the
product itself.
THIS PUBLICATION AUTOMATICALLY SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS PUBLICATIONS RELATING TO THIS PRODUCT.

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5. Reinforcement 180-200 gm/m2

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