Single-Ply Systems
Examining TPO, PVC and EPDM Membranes to Optimize Roof Performance
Sponsored by Johns Manville | Presented by Derek Nickum, EIT, CDT
Webinar On-Demand
Asking the right questions during the design phase of a building will optimize the roofing system and ultimately optimize performance. This course will help you gain a better understanding of the characteristics of single-ply EPDM, TPO and PVC membranes and how those characteristics are best suited for certain environments.
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Derek Nickum, EIT, CDT, joined Johns Manville in May 2013. He has a bachelor of science degree in architectural engineering from the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado. |
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Johns Manville, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading manufacturer of premium commercial roofing products from bituminous to single-ply and liquid applied, and everything in-between. JM has depth and expertise in the building sciences with top professionals available to help with your building projects. For more information, visit www.jm.com |
Johns Manville, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality products for building insulation, mechanical insulation, commercial roofing and roof insulation, as well as fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. JM serves markets that include aerospace, automotive and transportation, air handling, appliance, HVAC, pipe and equipment, filtration, waterproofing, building, flooring, interiors and wind energy. In business since 1858, the Denver-based company has annual sales over $3 billion and holds leadership positions in all of the key markets that it serves. Johns Manville employs 8,000 people and operates 42 manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and China. Additional information can be found at www.jm.com.
Originally published in Engineered Systems
Originally published in February 2018
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Explain the different material types, properties and characteristics of TPO, PVC and EPDM roofing membranes.
- Describe the different system applications and performance characteristics.
- Identify the flashing designs for the different roof assemblies available.
- Explore how to match system and installation methods when considering which system would best fit your design criteria.
