Customization: | Available |
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Application: | Unexposed /Exposed Building |
Warranty: | 1 Year |
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Thermoplastic olefin, commonly known as TPO, is an exceptionally popular choice for flat roofing. This acclaim stems from its unmatched resilience against solar UV radiation. The preferred hue is white, celebrated for its outstanding solar reflectivity, keeping interiors cooler and energy bills lower. TPO roofs are known for their exceptional tear resistance, with seams seamlessly welded together by hot air to ensure supreme durability. This ingenious combination merges the longevity and elasticity of rubber with the steadfast reliability of hot air welded seams, creating TPO Roofing Systems that offer a robust, tear-resistant single-ply membrane. They are impervious to chemical spills, oil, and grease, making them perfect for a variety of applications. Additionally, TPO roofs are fully recyclable, often hailed as an eco-friendly solution because they contain no harmful plasticizers. Thoughtfully designed to meet diverse needs, TPO membranes come in various thicknesses and roll widths, ensuring they meet your specific requirements.Choosing a TPO roofing system is a savvy decision for those with flat or low-sloped roofs, offering an energy-efficient and enduring solution. It smartly combines the strengths of EPDM and PVC systems without incurring additional costs. Similar to PVC roofing, TPO systems are heat-weldable and rival EPDM's exceptional UV and heat resistance. Despite its myriad advantages, TPO roofing, like any system, has some limitations. Since its first introduction in the early 1990s, ongoing market research has been striving to address and rectify these imperfections, further enhancing its performance and reliability.
Introduced in 1990, TPO, or Thermoplastic Polyolefin, emerged as a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional EPDM and PVC roofing systems. This single-ply thermoplastic membrane is composed of three meticulously engineered layers: the TPO polymer base, a polyester-reinforced fabric center referred to as scrim, and a thermoplastic polyolefin compounded top ply, all working harmoniously to provide superior protection and durability.
The TPO manufacturing process prominently incorporates fillers such as fiberglass, talc, and carbon fiber, along with metal oxides, sulfurate, and wollastonite. Commonly used rubbers like EPDM and ethylene-propylene are integral components in the creation of TPO, ensuring its strength and versatility.
Durability
This state-of-the-art roofing system is meticulously engineered to withstand dirt, mold, and debris. The highly flexible TPO roofs are designed to adapt as buildings naturally settle over time, offering unparalleled resistance to thermal expansion and contraction when compared to other single-ply systems. This resilience ensures long-lasting performance and reliability, even in the toughest environmental conditions.
Easy Installation
TPO roofing systems are renowned for their effortless installation, thanks in large part to their lightweight structure and availability in large roll sizes. This design simplifies movement and significantly reduces welding needs, translating into direct time and cost savings for the customer, making it an ideal choice for both residential and commercial applications.
Energy Efficiency
TPO roofs are highly sought after for their outstanding energy efficiency and their ability to significantly reduce carbon footprints. The highly reflective white surface exceeds EPA Energy Star standards, with white, tan, and grey options all earning recognition by the Cool Roof Rating Council. These features make TPO roofs an excellent choice for effectively cooling your home and minimizing energy expenses, contributing to both environmental and economic benefits.
1. Outstanding mechanical properties with excellent flexibility in the absence of plasticizers, ensuring long-lasting performance.
2. Utilization of non-volatile plasticizers eliminates potential volatility issues, enhancing the reliability and stability of the material.
3. PVC outer plasticizers may degrade over time and with temperature changes, potentially causing performance degradation and other concerns, issues which are effectively negated in TPO systems.
Longevity
TPO roofing systems, since their introduction in 2005, have been the focus of extensive research to refine their chemical formulations. Manufacturers have faced challenges such as membrane cracking, seam failures, and bursting. Although innovative new formulations are constantly being tested, the long-term durability of TPO remains a subject of ongoing study. Thus, opting for materials from well-established and reputable companies is advisable to ensure the best possible performance and longevity of your TPO roofing installation.
With pallet | Seaworthy plywood pallet packing, 20pallets /20ft container |
Without pallet | About 5000-12000sqms /container, common or OEM with customer brand |
1) How to choose suitable waterproof membranes?
- For exposed areas like roofs, we recommend TPO or PVC waterproof membranes, which can be expertly applied using either welding or adhesive methods, ensuring maximum protection and durability.
For areas that are not directly exposed, such as kitchens and bathrooms, we recommend our high-quality polymer PE combined with non-woven fabric. This innovative material can easily be applied with cement, allowing for tiles to be conveniently adhered on top of the cement layer, providing a seamless integration with the existing decor.
2) Is OEM available?
Yes, we warmly welcome OEM service at any time, tailoring our solutions specifically to fit your unique branding needs with precision and care.
Please provide us with your logo so we can create a stunning design for you, or you may send us your completed design directly. We will then ensure it is expertly printed on your products, reflecting your brand's identity with excellence and style.
The packaging materials, whether it be round paper, profile paper, or the outer carton, are meticulously crafted to ensure a polished and professional presentation, reflecting the high standards and sophistication synonymous with our brand.
3) Are you a factory?
Yes, Shandong Chenhua Waterproof Co., Ltd. proudly stands as a seasoned manufacturer of premium waterproof materials since 1994. Situated in the renowned China Waterproof Town - Taitou, we offer a diverse array of products that adeptly cater to varying waterproofing needs for both unexposed and exposed surfaces.
4) Delivery time
Typically, an order is completed within 10 days following confirmation. However, delivery times may vary based on specific requirements and order quantities, ensuring a tailored approach to meet all your needs.