TPO (Thermoplastic Olefin) is a single ply roofing membrane which is applied to Commercial and Residential buildings. Since the membrane is thin, including 45 to 80 Mil's thick, it is light in weight yet durable and remains flexible to allow for the expansion and contraction of varying climates. More technically speaking, TPO is a trade name that refers to polymer, polyethylene, polypropylene, BCPP, rubber, and a reinforcement filler. This roof system is taking over the construction industry because it remains flexible (like EPDM) yet has heat weldable seams (like PVC) and is generally white, which saves significantly on energy costs.
When TPO was a new comer to the roofing industry, it underwent the conventional developmental challenges (quite just like PVC membrane's issues). But the reputation of Versico is head and shoulders that beats all others because it has consistently provided a top quality roofing solution. Most TPO manufacturers have identified a long lasting formula because of their TPO's, but Versico continues to lead the way.
In February of 2010, articles was published by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) informing consumers of the likelihood of accelerated aging using conditions where the UV rays concentrate on the membrane due to reflective surfaces which are adjacent to the roof surface. Samples of these surfaces will be large mirror windows alongside a roof surface, or reflective flashing on a wall above the roof. Accelerated deterioration from focused UV Rays is definitely not unique to TPO , but because TPO has become so widely used today, the content dedicated to the TPO roofing membrane the need to be upgraded in situations such as these. Yet again Versico has led the way in this solution.
Every Versico Membrane is enhanced with Octaguard XT Weathering Package in its sheet. This enhances the item to give more life to the sheet. In fact the Versico TPO membrane can withstand over 60 days at a consistent 275 deg F without showing signs of material failure. Most others manufacturers don't withstand this lab test without showing deterioration.
Aside from the material quality, there is still one major consideration: Any roofing system is just as good as the who set it up! It doesn't matter how good the material is, if the installers are not experienced, the standard level of the whole roof system will suffer. Look for an organization who has been installing TPO membrane for at least 5 years.
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