TPO Roofing Systems
Short for thermoplastic polyolefin, TPO is a single-ply roofing membrane that offers excellent performance at a cost-effective price. Heat-welded seams provide superior strength. TPO's long-term heat, UV, and natural fungal resistance, plus flexibility without need for plasticizers also make TPO a reliable low-slope roofing system.
In the 20+ years that TPO has been in the field, it’s become one the most popular products used for low-slope roofing. Over 1 billion square feet are installed annually, making up over 50% of single-ply roofs being installed today.
The rapid rise in popularity can be associated with several of TPO’s inherent benefits, including:
• Great Value: Excellent performance at a cost effective price.
• Excellent Seam Strength: Heat-welded seams provide greater seam strength to taped and other seams.
• Long-term Weathering: Excellent long-term heat and UV resistance.
• Energy Saving: Highly reflective and emissive white surface can help reduce energy costs and urban heat island effect
• Inherently Flexible: No need for plasticizers
• Naturally Fungal Resistant: Doesn’t require biocides.
• Versatile Application Methods: Including high-performance roofs requiring high wind uplift, increased puncture resistance, or quick economical systems.
EverGuard® TPO Membrane Attachments & Adhesives
Solutions for excellent performance and value
QuickSpray Adhesive Smooth
• Up to 10 squares (93 square meters) of coverage per canister
• Faster installation than traditional bonding adhesive
• High initial tack
• Can be applied at an ambient temperature of 20°F (-6.7°C) and above for cold weather application.
• The cylinders must be kept above 50°F (10°C).
Mechanically Attached Smooth TPO
• Up to 50% faster installation compared to fully adhered smooth membrane installations
• Reliability and cost effectiveness
• Familiarity with the industry as the most common installation method in single-ply membranes
Fully Adhered Smooth TPO
• Longer guarantees compared to mechanically attached systems
• Excellent wind uplift ratings
• A uniform, smooth appearance
• Familiarity with workers, as this installation is common in the industry
• Minimizes thermal drift while acting as a vapor barrier
Fully Adhered Fleece-Back TPO
• Up to 50% faster installation time than traditional smooth, fully adhered systems
• Reduced labor costs
• Low-VOC content with little-to-no odor, which reduces the disruption to building occupants
• Additional puncture resistance due to the fleece backing of EverGuard® membrane
Fully Adhered Fleece-Back TPO with Low Rise Foam
• Up to 20 squares of coverage per set of containers
• Longer guarantees compared to mechanically attached systems
• No expensive equipment or maintenance
• Excellent wind uplift performance
• Increased puncture resistance due to the fleece backing of EverGuard® membrane
• Low-VOC content with low odor
GAF RhinoBond® System
• A fast and easy installation
• Smaller crews and install time, with up to 50% faster installation by adding a second machine
• Quick dry-in, as membrane seams can be welded before RhinoBond® Plates are bonded
Selecting the Right TPO Solution
Compare TPO installation systems, including mechanically-attached, RhinoBond, and adhered solutions.
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