Firestone RubberGard
The main component of Firestone EPDM Roofing Systems is Firestone
RubberGard EPDM membrane, a single-ply synthetic rubber roofing
membrane made of ethylene - propylene - diene terpolymer, mixed
with carbon black, oils, curing agents and processing aids. It is
calendered into large sheets and vulcanized.
Since 1980, over 1.000.000.000 square meters of Firestone RubberGard
EPDM membranes have been installed on roofs from the cold climates of
Alaska to the desert sun of the Arabian Gulf.
Key features and benefits
The success of Firestone RubberGard EPDM can be attributed to its
unique combination of benefits.
- Superior durability and longevity: Due to its
composition, Firestone RubberGard EPDM offers unmatched resistance to
ozone, UV radiation, extremes of both high and low temperatures, and
ultimately ageing.
- Quick and easy installation: Firestone RubberGard
EPDM is available in large panel sizes up to 15 m in width and 61 m in
length resulting in fewer field seams and less installation time.
- High flexibility and elongation: Firestone
RubberGard EPDM remains highly flexible even at temperatures down to
-45° C and can also elongate over 300% to accommodate building
movements.
- Low life-cycle cost: Firestone RubberGard EPDM
requires little or no maintenance. This feature, combined with the
inherent durability and competitive installed cost of EPDM roofing
systems, result in a very low life-cycle cost.
- Environmentally friendly: Firestone RubberGard
EPDM is an inert material with limited environmental impact during
manufacture and use of the product. In addition, Firestone's EPDM
manufacturing facilities have received ISO 14001 certification, a
testimony of the company's commitment to environmental management.
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