SBS BITUFLEX GARDEN

High Performance Anti-Root

Modified Bitumen Waterproofing Membranes
For Roof Gardens and Terraces

THE PRODUCT USES

Due to its special properties, BITUFLEX GARDEN is particularly used for roof
BITUFLEX GARDEN is a gardens, terraces, planters, and all waterproofing applications where
waterproofing membrane membrane is subject to root penetration. (Refer to BituNil Roof Garden
manufactured in an advanced System Design Ref. MG 10)
continuous calendaring process by
saturating and coating a robust
MAJOR FEATURES
composite carrier with a
waterproofing compound made of a BITUFLEX GARDEN is a membrane specially designed to resist root
special grade of bitumen, which is puncture. This feature has been achieved by adding a special chemical
modified with polymers and special additive to the bitumen compound that gives the membrane the ability to resist
ANTI-ROOT chemical additives. roots and prevent its penetration without losing any of its premium
While the polymers (SBS) enhance waterproofing characteristics. Even in direct contact with soil, BITUFLEX
the thermal, mechanical, and aging GARDEN does not transfer any polluting elements or present any algaecide
properties of the membrane or bactericide effects.
compound, the mechanical
characteristics of BITUFLEX BITUFLEX GARDEN MINERAL is used as Flashings for exposed up-stands
GARDEN are established by the in roof garden/ plaza decks, where membrane is subject to root penetration.
composite carrier made of non-
woven Polyester armored with SURFACE FINISH
fiberglass filaments, which acts as The lower surface of BITUFLEX GARDEN is laminated with a Polyethylene
the reinforcement that provides the film while the upper surface is covered with one of the following surface finish
membrane with the profound materials:
mechanical properties of the
Polyester and the prominent  Fine Sand BITUFLEX GARDEN- S/E
dimensional stability of Glassfiber
 Polyethylene Film BITUFLEX GARDEN- E/E
mat.
 Mineral Slate Chips or Special Granule BITUFLEX GARDEN
MINERAL
The upper surface of BITUFLEX
GARDEN is covered with an anti- APPLICATION
adhesive finish material while the
lower face is laminated with a BITUFLEX GARDEN is usually applied by using a propane torch. The
thermo-fusible polyethylene film. substrate surface must be clean, dry, smooth, and free from any irregularities.
According to the surface conditions, a coat of BituNil primer maybe required
prior to the application of the membrane. BITUFLEX GARDEN can be
applied to the substrate fully bonded, semi bonded or loose laid, and the
method of adhesion to the substrate shall be decided according to the
waterproofing system design. Side laps should be from 8-10 cm, while end
laps should be from 12-15 cm. For more info on application refer to BituNil
application guide.

STORAGE & HANDLING

BITUFLEX GARDEN rolls should be kept in an upright position in a flat,
properly ventilated and sheltered storage area.
STANDARD SUPPLY DATA & PALLETISING
Standard Rolls/ Pallet
Group 100 Group 105 Thickness *
Roll Size Group 100 Group 105
300 305 3mm 1M x 10M 28 28

400 405 4mm 1M x 10M 23 23

*Thickness tolerance as per UEAtc. Directives for Group 100 and UEAtc. ± 5% for Group 105.
Standard Group Group
Group 1000 Group 1005 Weight **
Roll Size 1000 1005
4500 4505 4.5 Kg/ sqm 1M x 10M 25 25
**Weight tolerance as per UEAtc. Directives for Group 1000 and UEAtc. ± 5% for Group 1005.
 BITUFLEX GARDEN
Anti – Root SBS Modified Bitumen Waterproofing Membranes
C: Composite Polyester Reinforcement
CS: Medium Wt. CX: High Wt.

Properties Test Unit Test Method Tolerance BITUGARDEN SBS CS

Thickness mm EN-1849-1 ± 5% 4
Dimensional
Properties

Weight (Mass Per Unit Area) kg/m 2 EN-1849-1 ± 10% -

Determination Of Width m EN-1848-1 ± 1% 1
Determination Of Length m EN-1848-1 ± 1% 10
Straightness (Ortometry ) mm EN-1848-1 - ± 10
o
Compound Softening point (R&B) C ASTM D- 36 Min. 125
Properties Compound Elongation % UNI 8202/8 ± 15% 1100
Tensile Strength - Longitudinal N/50mm EN-12311-1 ± 20% 850
Mechanical properties

Tensile Strength - Transverse N/50mm EN-12311-1 ± 20% 550

Elongation At Break - Longitudinal % EN-12311-1 ±15 %(Polyester only) 35
Elongation At Break - Transverse % EN-12311-1 ±15 %(Polyester only) 35
Tearing Strength - Longitudinal ( Nail-Shank ) N EN-12310-1 ± 30% 200
Tearing Strength - Transverse( Nail-Shank ) N EN-12310-1 ± 30% 225
Resistance to Static Loading Kg EN 12730 Method A Min. 25
Dynamic Puncturing (Impact Resistance) mm EN 12691 Method B Min. 750
o
Flow Resistance At Elevated Temperature C EN-1110 Min. 100
Properties

Flexibility At Low Temperature (1)

o
C EN-1109 - -20 To -15
Thermal

Dimensional Stability % EN-1107-1 Max. ±0.3

Membrane Properties

Water Impermeability- Water tightness at Low pressure 60 Kpa EN-1928 Method A - Passed
(2)
Water Impermeability- Water tightness at High pressure Kpa EN-1928 Method B Min. 300
Water Absorption % ASTM D-5147 Max. <1
Vapor Permeability µ EN 1931 - 20000
200 cycles - Passed
Fatigue resistance on cracks UNI 8202/13
500cycles - Passed
Miscellaneous Properties

Shear Resistance Of joints - Longitudinal N/50mm EN-12317-1 ± 20% 850

Shear Resistance Of joints - Transverse N/50mm EN-12317-1 ± 20% 550
Thermal Ageing in air - UNI 8202 /26 - Passed
(in ovenDue
Ageing 28 To
days at 70 °C ) Agents
Atmospheric ASTM G 53
- - Passed
(U.V Test weathering) UNI 8202/29
200 cycles - Passed
Fatigue resistance at Joints UNI 8202/32
500 cycles - Passed
Fire Classification - External Fire Performance Class EN 13501-5/ ENV 1187 - B Roof(t2)
Reaction to fire Class EN 13501-1 - E
Adhesion Of Granules % EN-12039 Max. ≤30
Adhesion To Concrete (Torch Applied ) N/ 50mm Pelage UEAtc - 40
Resistance to root penetration - EN-13948 - Passed
Weight kg/m2 - - 3 to 6
Thickness mm - - 2 to 5
Roll Length M - - 10
Supply Data Roll Width M - - 1
Surface finish (E: Polyethylene film S: Sand SL:Slates GR: Granule)
Upper Surface Finish - - - S or E or SL or GR
Lower Surface Finish - - - S or E

The declared average values represent the best performance achieved at the present state of our knowledge, BITUNIL S.A.E reserves the
possibility to change, without warning, the technical characteristics in order to make the product more responding to the application requirements.
The choice of the type of membrane for the kind of use is at the purchaser's discretion .
Distributor:

Tolerances for the above values if not mentioned are according to the UEAtc directives.

Nile Waterproofing Material Co. S.A.E

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