Single-Ply Membrane Roofing Systems
Single-ply roofing systems typically appear on commercial flat roofs. Roofing materials include thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) and ketone ethylene ester (KEE).
TPO Single Ply Membrane Roofing Systems (Manufacturer warranted)
TPO membrane roofing is the most prominent type of commercial flat roofing system. A 60 mil, single-ply, TPO membrane roofing system is the recommended replacement for hot tar, hot mop, built-up roofing (BUR) and torch down commercial roofs. Learn more about fiberglass-reinforced TPO in our Buyer’s Guide for building owners, managers, public works administrators and architects.
PVC Membrane Roofing Systems
PVC’s installation process is similar to TPO, although, PVC roofing holds up better to chemical abuse than does TPO on low-slope roofs.
EPDM Membrane Roofing Systems (Rubber Roofing)
The popularity of EPDM for new construction has declined with the rise of TPO and PVC roofs. We still encounter it on public works and EPDM rubber roof recover projects.
KEE Membrane Roofing Systems
FiberTite® sets the performance standard with its use of Elvaloy® KEE in commercial and industrial roofing membranes. KEE is a solid, flexible, durable ingredient ideal in the manufacture of high-quality, long-lasting single-ply roofing. A recent KEE roofing project and our FiberTite Roofing Approved Applicator announcement are: