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Company Overview
Total building protectionfrom a single source
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Contents
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Introduction
Inside Icopal
Technical Service and Support
Eco-Activ®
Bituminous Roofing
Single Ply Roofing Systems
Pitched Roofing
Decra® Roof Systems
Building Protection
Acoustic Systems
Structural Gas Protection and Waterproofing
Roof Safety Systems
Rooflights/Windows
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Icopal is a world leader in the design
and development of innovative
waterproofing and building protection
products, used from the roof right
down to the basement and in buildings
of every shape and size. Continuing a
history of over 160 years, Icopal now
offers the UK’s most complete range of
construction membranes and roofing
products. As a result, Icopal has
become a market leader in a highly
competitive field, one which demands
excellence in performance, personal
service and far reaching expertise.
Icopal offers a single source solution
for complete roof waterproofing. This
means simplifying the specification
process whilst ensuring that all
aspects of an installation attain the
same excellent quality through stringent
project monitoring and a guaranteed
support mechanism.
Icopal Limited
Barton Dock RoadStretfordManchesterUnited KingdomM32 0YLTel: +44 (0) 161 865 4444Fax: +44 (0) 161 864 [email protected]
Icopal – building protection from roof to basement
Location
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Meeting demand worldwide
The Icopal Group operates throughout
Europe and the USA, fielding a
network of local sales and production
facilities. The Group currently operates
34 production sites manufacturing
Icopal products using state of the
art production technology and runs
a further 91 offices with committed
teams dedicated to innovation and
customer satisfaction. As a result,
Icopal is always on the doorstep – able
to meet its customers, visit sites, and
deliver materials as and when required,
meeting the varied and different needs
of specifiers, contractors and
distributors.
A commitment to the environment
As a company, Icopal is proud of its
strong environmental credentials,
actively promoting the recycling of its
products whenever possible, in order
to minimise the use of raw materials
and energy in the development and
production of roofing and water-
proofing solutions.
This means that many of our
products meet – and often exceed
– environmental standards, and are
recognized by many of the industry
bodies promoting excellence in this
field. As sustainable building practices
become increasingly mainstream, we
are therefore ideally positioned to offer
architects and developers the products
they need both to satisfy evolving
environmental standards, and meet the
increasingly informed expectations of
building users.
Technical support for all our products
Efficient, effective and comprehensive
technical support underpins all our
operations and is essential if the right
product is to be specified and installed
correctly. We field an extensive technical
support team, constantly updated on
product performance, evolving building
regulations, codes of practice, and
methods of application. As every job
is different, we need to make sure we
can provide accurate and appropriate
advice, so that our products deliver the
highest possible performance.
We also provide access to a network
of approved contractors, trained to
install our products according to our
specifications, thereby, closing the
quality loop of Product, Support &
Installation.
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Inside IcopalExpert products depend on expert staff – whether in R&D or installation, product
testing or technical support. Icopal’s product range is renowned for its quality and
performance, and this is a direct reflection of the quality of our employees. Our
training and development programme ensures our staff are fully equipped to meet
customers’ needs, and staff are given every opportunity to further progress their own
careers within the company. Hear from just some of the people who work for us:
Geoff joined Icopal as Quality
Supervisor in 2009, and works in the
Icopal laboratory in Manchester. Part of
Geoff’s job is to ensure that all Icopal
products exceed British Standards,
while also meeting their specification
and tolerance levels. ‘I’ve only been
at Icopal for a year, but already I can
see that it’s a company looking to
make continual improvements to its
products and services. We’re a small,
close-knit team in Quality, and every
day throws out new challenges. For
example, assessing a new product or
raw materials, looking to improve an
aspect of productivity or performance,
or reducing waste, as well as the day
to day testing work of the lab. It’s
the variety that makes every day so
interesting and different, plus the sense
that we are really making a difference.’
Kate is part of our Technical Services
Team, providing support and
information on aspects of building
design and construction to both
customers and staff. ‘I joined Icopal at
the age of 18 as an administrator for
our product guarantees. During this
time I started to develop my knowledge
and understanding of the waterproofing
industry and of Icopal’s range of
products. Somebody must have seen
potential in me as I was selected to
become part of our Technical Team.
I am now studying towards a BSc
degree in Building Surveying which
helps me present clear, concise and
accurate recommendations to a broad
spectrum of customers.’
Geoff Henstock – Quality Supervisor
Kate Moloney – Technical Advisor
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Kate Moloney
Wynn Roberts – Internal Sales Supervisor
‘I have been employed by Icopal for five years in the Sales
Department and during the past two years I have worked as
the Internal Sales Supervisor.
When first joining the business it was quite a challenge to learn
about the varied range of products the company has to offer.
However, the company operates a programme called “Icopal
University”, which is used to ensure all employees have a
minimum knowledge of all our products and services.
As a result, during my first couple of months with the company
I attended a number of training presentations with Product
Managers. The training enabled me to advise customers on
the most suitable products they should use for their particular
project.
We recently incorporated our Acoustic Systems division into
the main Icopal business to enable the Company to become
increasingly streamlined and efficient, with the scope to provide
a surprisingly good service to all our customers.’
Brian Reilly – Area Technical Manager
Working on the front line, Brian deals directly with Icopal’s
customers, while also liaising with the Product Managers and
Technical Advisors, and creating new business opportunities.
‘I have worked in the waterproofing industry for over 12 years and
in my current role I primarily meet customers and help them find
the best waterproofing solution for their project. We offer over
a thousand products so we can always meet our customers’
needs and their budget. As a sales person, it’s great to have
some really innovative products to offer. For example, over the
last couple of years sustainability has become increasingly
important and to meet this demand we have developed the
Eco-Activ product range. This has been extremely popular
and as most of these products are patented this gives us a
really competitive edge. Sometimes I need to work closely with
my customers, often using all of Icopal’s resources. We have
great Technical Advisors, Product Managers and R & D experts
and it’s good to know that the team behind me can use their
expertise to exceed customer expectations.’
Geoff Henstock
Wynn Roberts
Brian Reilly
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Whether new build or refurbishment,
Icopal’s Technical Support Services
work with all customers to ensure
that design requirements are identified
and critical issues resolved in the early
stages of the project, streamlining the
decision making process, reducing on
site cost, and improving build efficiency.
In addition, we also make sure that all
aspects of any scheme using Icopal
products comply with the latest Building
Regulations and Codes of Practice.
Our support services include:
Site inspection
Experienced Icopal Area Technical
Managers can provide a comprehensive
site inspection and condition report
prior to making any recommendations
for product use or installation. Site
inspections can include a detailed
commentary and photographic record,
core sampling, fixing pull-out tests and
thermographic imaging analysis where
appropriate.
Design assistance
Icopal provides a range of design
services to support project delivery,
including all required calculations:
• Specification
Bespoke system specifications
can be generated for each project,
based upon specific design criteria.
Specifications can be provided in a
variety of formats to suit customer
requirements.
• Drawings
Project specific detail drawings
can be prepared showing critical
interface detailing and airtight system
terminations.
• U-Value and condensation risk
analysis
U-Value and condensation risk
analysis can be carried out to
ascertain the potential threat of
condensation. Should such a
threat exist, we will recommend an
appropriate solution.
• Vapour control and air tightness
Icopal can advise on a range
of high performance reinforced
vapour control layers, sealants and
accessories to ensure any project,
especially roofing systems, remain
suitably air and vapour tight.
• Roof safety
Icopal’s range of roof safety and fall
protection systems can be designed
and installed to accommodate the
specific requirements of any roof,
without compromising waterproofing
integrity.
Technical Service and Support
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Installation
All Icopal installations are carried out by
Icopal approved contractors who have
completed specific training courses
at one of Icopal’s dedicated training
centres. Approved contactors are
required to demonstrate professional
levels of competency in the application
or installation of specific Icopal products
and systems, and - on completion of
their training - are certified to a specific
level of competency.
Inspection and project monitoring
Once the project is on-site, Icopal
Quality Inspectors carry out regular site
inspections throughout the progress of
an installation, checking compliance
with specification, workmanship and
aesthetic condition.
Each visit is followed up with a site
progress report, including photographs.
On completion of the project, the
Quality Inspector will conduct
an inspection to ensure that all
guarantee requirements have been
satisfied.
Guarantees
Insurance backed reassurance for all
Icopal products is available through a
range of comprehensive guarantees.
Enhanced system guarantees are
also available covering materials
and workmanship, design and
consequential damage should a
problem arise.
Icopal is one of only a few manufacturers
registered with the Financial Services
Authority (FSA) to provide insurance
backed guarantees.
For further information on any of
our technical and support services,
contact Icopal Technical Support Services
on 0161 865 4444.
Email: [email protected]
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• Innovative products which work with nature to improve sustainability
• Noxite® converts harmful nitrogen oxides into harmless nitrates
• ICOSUN® - a flexible lightweight alternative to solar panels
The highly innovative Eco-Activ® range
offers versatile and sustainable roofing
solutions that work with nature to help
reduce air pollution, cut CO2 emissions,
and improve energy efficiency, enabling
new build and refurbishment projects
to meet the increasingly challenging
environmental targets specified by
evolving Building Regulations.
Eco-Activ® Noxite®
The high quality Noxite® waterproofing
membrane uses sun, wind and rain to
transform harmful nitrogen oxides into
harmless nitrates. When the membrane’s
granular titanium dioxide finish is activated
by UV radiation from the sun, nitrogen
oxide particles (carried by polluted air)
are converted into nitrates, which are
washed away by rainfall. As a result,
Noxite® can annually neutralise up to
52 million m3 of polluted air per 1000m2
of roofing surface. Supplied in easy to
handle rolls, Noxite® is highly flexible and,
once installed, will continue to perform
throughout its lifetime.
BiELSo – recycling for better environmental performance
Noxite® is made from recycled roofing
products resulting from Icopal’s BiELSo
process – Bitumen Endless Life Solutions.
BiELSo reduces dependence on raw
materials, relieves pressure on landfill
sites, and cuts the energy required – and
CO2 produced – to create completely
new bitumen roofing.
Noxite®, BiELSo & ICOSUN®
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Eco-Activ® ICOSUN®
The ICOSUN® flexible photovoltaic (PV)
membrane enables a flat or pitched
roof (max 40o) to harness solar energy
and take advantage of Government
incentives designed to encourage small
scale, low carbon, energy generation.
An ideal alternative to solar panels,
ICOSUN® modules are simply bonded to
new or existing Icopal bituminous roofing
systems; lightweight and low profile, they
also require no supporting framework,
and are simple to install.
Low light operation
A multi-layer cell design allows ICOSUN®
to work efficiently on a cloudy day, without
the need to be oriented towards the sun.
Comprising flexible, thin-film amorphous-
silicon PV cells, ICOSUN® modules can
generate electricity even in low levels
of natural light and are less affected by
fluctuations in temperature.
This inherent flexibility allows ICOSUN®
to follow the shape of a roof structure,
even barrel roofs. As the self-adhesive
modules are bonded directly onto the
pre-installed waterproofing membrane,
installers do not need to work over the
top of the PV modules, risking damage,
and have the security of a fully sealed roof
beneath them.
For more information on the Icopal
Eco-Activ® range, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
Noxite®, BiELSo & ICOSUN®
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• Enhancing the built environment• Wide ranging benefits, from storm
water attenuation to supporting biodiversity
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the latest green roof technologies
• Innovative installation options
Increasingly popular across the UK,
green roofs are a welcome addition to the
urban – and rural - landscape, enhancing
a building’s appearance, contributing
to local biodiversity, and delivering a
sustainable roofing solution. Green roofs
create natural habitats for a wide range of
plants and animals, whilst also improving
air quality by absorbing atmospheric
carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.
They also reduce stormwater run
off, contributing towards sustainable
drainage systems and can improve
overall building performance by
protecting roof surfaces from the
extremes of weather, and by keeping
building interiors cool during summer,
thereby reducing the need for air
conditioning.
Green roof design encom-passes a range of options:
Extensive green roofs are generally
intended to be viewed from another
location as a decorative/ecological
feature. Extensive green roofs require
lighter support, and can be installed on
pitched and sloping surfaces.
Brown or bio-diverse green roofs,
another type of extensive green roof
system, recreate the natural habitat of
the building’s location (perhaps even
blending into the landscape), and are
designed to support a specific range of
plant and animal species.
Intensive green roofs provide
recreational space and can incorporate
features such as paving, water, gardens
and trees. Intensive green roofs require
considerable structural support, and
significant maintenance post-installation.
Icopal green roof systems – impressive expertise and performance
Icopal green roof systems result from
extensive knowledge of green roof design
and installation and offer significant
advantages:
Green Roofs
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Minimum roof loading:
Unique in the UK, the specialist growing
substrate FytocellTM, used in Icopal
Intensive green roof installations, is
typically one third the weight of topsoil.
It improves absorption of water and
nutrients making them available to the
plant and therefore encourages greater
root mass and ultimately plant quality.
Guaranteed waterproofing integrity:
Rather than treating a green roof as a
separate roofing element, Icopal ensures
compatibility between all elements of an
Icopal installed roof, thereby guaranteeing
waterproofing integrity across the entire
surface.
Single source supply:
As green roofing is just one of many
Icopal roofing solutions, any green roof
installed as part of an Icopal project will
be of the same high quality and covered
by a single waterproofing guarantee.
Design expertise:
An in-depth understanding of both green
roof options and design and building
constraints results in roofs which are fit for
purpose, long lasting and which do not
compromise thermal or waterproofing
integrity.
Quality installation:
Icopal’s network of trained and approved
contractors is available to install green
roofs and landscaping, and specialist
partner firms can also provide additional
planting and landscaping design, supply
or advice.
Icopal EasyGreen sedum module
A new alternative to sedum mats,
Icopal’s interlocking EasyGreen modules
can be laid down on top of an Icopal
waterproofing membrane to deliver
an instant green roof. With all roofing
components kept within the module,
EasyGreen is ideal for pitched roofs,
and can be retrofitted on top of existing
waterproofing membranes. The pre-
grown sedum plants are already rooted
within the module, making EasyGreen
tolerant of any wind uplift which can affect
exposed sites, and where sedum needs
to be anchored in position while it starts
to establish. In addition, the modules
incorporate both drainage channels
and water reservoirs, allowing improved
storm water management while also
maintaining a water supply for times of
drought.
For more information on the Icopal
green roofs range, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
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Bituminous Roofing• Technically advanced and
innovative product range• Wide range to meet all cost and
performance requirements• Accessories and ancillary
products available• Guaranteed performance
The Icopal range of cost-effective,
reinforced bitumen membrane roofing
systems are ideal for both new build
and refurbishment projects. Offering
guaranteed quality, specifiers can
select high quality products suitable for
a wide range of applications.
Products range from traditional roofing
products used in DIY, to innovative
professional applications and energy
efficient, flame retardant solutions
designed for the most complex
building forms. Our roofing products
combine fully guaranteed membranes
manufactured on high performance
polyester and glass fibre reinforcements,
with polymer modified bitumen, and can
be applied using a variety of techniques
including pour and roll, torch-on, flame
free or self-adhesive.
Grooved Technology
Icopal’s high performance capsheets
feature a unique grooved profile, which
is proven to use 25 per cent less gas
than traditional torch-on alternatives,
resulting in faster application and secure
installation.
Energy efficient roofing
Offering increased application rates
of up to 30 per cent, torch-applied
roofing systems can be applied with
a low flame (and no bitumen boilers)
due to their specially formulated resin
blends and grooved technology and
deliver exceptional strength, puncture
resistance and flexibility, essential for
long term durability.
FireSmart Technology
FireSmart capsheets provide a fire
protection layer, shielding the roof
from the spread of flame, preventing
fire penetration, and minimising smoke
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(the main threat to life during a fire)
while maintaining a highly durable,
waterproof finish. The first flat roofing
membrane system to be approved by
the Loss Prevention Certification Board
(LPCB), FireSmart was also the first fire
protection built-up roofing system to be
listed in the Red Book of Approved Fire
& Security Products & Services.
Flame safe application
The Pyrobar heat activated system
exploits Icopal’s patented SYNTAN®
technology to deliver a quality
waterproof membrane which is lighter,
easier to transport and handle on
site, enhances vapour management
performance and increases the
efficiency of heat transfer.
Sustainable roofing
Icopal Universal is the latest in Bitumen
technology consisting of POCB
(polyolefine copolymerised binder)
reinforced with Polyester and Glass
Fibre to produce a highly durable,
mechanically fastened and fully
recyclable waterproofing membrane.
Icopal Universal demonstrates a highly
favourable Life Cycle Assessment,
and meets the strictest standards
for sustainable construction.
Therefore, it can be used to reduce
a building’s environmental impact,
making significant contribution to any
sustainable procurement policy.
For more information on our full range
of bituminous roofing products, visit our
website at www.icopal.co.uk
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Single Ply Roofing Systems• Lightweight, high performance
single ply membranes for new build and refurbishment
• Sustainable, alternative roofing membrane
• Cost effective solution• Flexible, high performance design
Icopal single ply roofing membranes and
accessories deliver high performing,
lightweight, flexible roofing systems
which are also easier, safer and quicker
to install. Able to meet highly challenging
design briefs, single ply systems
deliver excellent thermal insulation and
airtight construction, thereby reducing
a building’s carbon footprint while
ensuring high quality protection. Single
ply membranes are suitable for all
building sectors, including new build and
refurbishment.
SureWeld TPO
Icopal SureWeld TPO single ply
membrane provides an environmentally
considerate solution. As a result,
SureWeld TPO has been installed
on many major landmark buildings
across Europe where both sustainability
and technical excellence have been key
specifications.
Easy to apply and weld, SureWeld
TPO offers sheet widths of up to
3.6m, potentially reducing installation
times and therefore costs. The
membrane can be fully adhered or
mechanically fixed using Icopal’s
specially developed SureWeld HP-X
fastener system, ensuring installation is
both fast and accurate. The SureWeld
TPO membrane comprises polyester
reinforcement encapsulated between
two thermoplastic polyolefin layers,
resulting in excellent durability and
heat welding properties. Specially
formulated for long-term exposure,
even in the most extreme conditions,
the membrane achieves high quality
performance levels without the use of
either polymeric or liquid plasticizers.
A sustainable solution
SureWeld TPO has been recognised
by the Association for Environment
Conscious Building, and has also been
independently tested and approved by
the Water Research Council to ensure
that the chlorine-free membrane will not
contaminate rainwater discharged from
roofs into drainage or water storage
systems. SureWeld is available in
shades of light or dark grey. Alternatively,
a white finish is also available providing
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Single Ply Roofing Systemsreflectivity and carrying the Energy
Star Rating for energy conservation in
structures. The membrane is also fully
recyclable, adding to its sustainable
credentials.
Monarplan PvC
Flexible design – flexible performance
The Monarplan single ply roofing
membrane comprises two layers of
flexible polymer compounds (PVC-P),
reinforced with either polyester or glass
mesh. The resulting membrane offers
excellent strength, elongation and
weathering characteristics.
Highly popular and widely specified,
PVC membranes have been used in
roofing projects for over 30 years and
therefore offer proven reliability and
durability. The membrane’s flexible
construction, sustained even at low
temperatures, makes it easy to install
and, once in place, this flexibility allows
the roof to accommodate structural
movement. Fire, weather and UV
resistant, yet still vapour permeable,
the membrane is also extremely strong,
highly puncture resistant and rot proof,
with hot air welded homogenous seams
giving additional protection. A range
of colours allows architects to create
high performance roofs with enhanced
aesthetic appeal, which can be detailed
quickly and easily, enabling the creation
of highly individual roofing finishes.
For more information on Icopal’s single
ply roofing systems, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
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Pitched Roofing• High performance membranes for
all roof configurations• Controlling condensation and
air flow• Improving energy efficiency
and weather resistance• Exceeding all relevant British
Standards
Effective pitched roof design requires
a fundamental understanding of the
interaction between different roofing
elements and external conditions. Key
performance requirements include
weather protection, reduced air
movement to improve thermal
performance and opportunities for
moisture to escape. Achieving the
ideal balance requires considerable
experience and the use of high
performance materials that meet and
exceed current British Standards,
thereby guaranteeing the performance
levels required. Traditional roof design
often treats each construction element
in isolation, accepting the inevitable
inefficiencies that result, for example,
installing a vent in an otherwise highly
insulated roofspace. Icopal’s range of
products are designed to work both
individually and in combination with one
another in order to deliver highly efficient,
high performance roofs.
Monarperm Breather Membranes
Pioneered by Icopal in the 1970s,
the first breather membranes
were straightforward, semi-permeable
barriers, but new technologies and
design innovations have resulted in
far more advanced vapour permeable
membranes. These greatly improve
roof efficiency by allowing water vapour
to pass easily into the tile area, reducing
moisture levels, and eliminating the risk
of condensation. They also prevent dust
infiltration, reduce the risk of tile uplift,
and further enhance other insulation and
waterproofing materials.
MonarTile Undertile Linings
Versatile, strong and durable, the
MonarTile range of undertile linings deliver
exceptional performance in applications
of every size and in every location,
whether domestic or commercial.
MonarTile linings reduce wind load on
tiles or slates, while providing secondary
protection against wind-driven rain,
snow and dust. Competitively priced,
and readily available across the UK, the
membranes are designed to make on-
site handling significantly easier, and
a range of tailored accessories also
ensures a successful installation.
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AirSmart
AirSmart - the intelligent choice in airtight
systems - will provide an airtight building
that reduces unnecessary heat loss and
condensation problems in your roof
space.
Air tightness is absolutely essential if you
want to live in a healthy environment that
reduces your heating bill by eliminating
heat loss and subsequently also your
CO2 emission. It also protects the building
envelope from harmful condensation
in walls and roof spaces that can form
mould, mildew and rot resulting in the
decay of the construction and potentially
leading to health risks.
The AirSmart solution consists of two
specially designed membranes, both
presenting benefits depending on the
construction requirement in new build
or refurbishment projects. Since air
tightness involves a lot more than just
membranes, Icopal also offer a range
of specially designed tapes for overlaps,
details and upstands. Monosleeve pre-
made flexible collars for electric or pipe
penetrations provide an easy, fast and
airtight solution.
Therm’X
Therm’X is an innovative insulating,
high vapour permeable pitched roof
membrane with a reflective surface that
helps to improve internal building comfort
and performance whilst saving energy.
Therm’X improves internal comfort
levels in summer by reflecting infrared
rays and reduces heat loss in winter by
reflecting heat back into the building.
The integrated insulation mat assists in
improving thermal performance.
Research shows that Therm’X can
provide a reduction of radiant summer
heat between 4-9oC therefore positively
contributing to maintaining internal
building comfort levels.
Bitumen Shingles
Roof Shingles are an increasingly
popular choice for both domestic and
commercial roof applications in the UK
particularly where lightweight structures
are involved.
Roof Shingles are a primary
waterproofing solution across Canada
and the USA and Icopal have developed
a wide range of attractive and durable
Bitumen Roof Shingles in a choice of
colour and shape to produce a long
lasting, highly decorative waterproofing
product which will suit all design and
budget considerations.
For more information on Icopal’s pitched
roof products, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
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Decra® Roof Systems• A lightweight, steel based
alternative to traditional tiles • Suitable for roof pitches as
low as 10°• Low whole life cost of ownership • Highly secure, durable and
weather resistant with a 30 year guarantee
Replicating the appearance of
traditional clay, concrete or slate tiles,
Decra® tiles comprise a galvanised
steel core protected by a resilient,
multi-layer coating and stone or
powder coated finish. The resulting
tile is typically one seventh the weight
of traditional alternatives, requires far
less maintenance and is much more
secure, able to withstand both extreme
weather and most vandalism.
Manufactured on four continents and
sold in over 70 countries, Decra® is
the world’s most popular metal tiling
system. The lightweight construction
makes the tiles easy to handle and
install on pitched or vertical surfaces,
and even on a lighter roof construction,
thereby significantly reducing overall
construction time and cost. As Decra®
tiles are dry-fixed, installation is not
weather dependent and the secure
fixing method eliminates the risk of
repair or replacement during a roof’s
lifetime, further reducing whole life cost
of the building.
Proven application – whatever the building, whatever the weather
Since Decra® launched in 1977, over
12 million square metres of Decra® tiles
have been installed in new build and
refurbishment projects across the UK
and Ireland.
The tiles’ unique fastening method
provides much greater resistance to
wind uplift and driving rain and has
seen Decra® roofs withstand
tornadoes, monsoons, blizzards and
hurricanes – highly relevant considering
the effects of possible climate change
and the expected increase in ‘extreme’
weather events.
Wide ranging colours, designs, finishes and accessories
Decra® tiles are available in a variety
of lightweight profiles, gauges, colours
and finishes, from high lustre steel to
traditional clay and concrete. Options
also include a solar-reflective finish, with
added infrared emissivity, designed to
reduce interior temperatures and the
need for air conditioning and a highly
water repellant and therefore self-
cleaning ‘dry roof’ coating. Decra®
accessories include underlays and
roofing membranes, ventilation and
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rainwater systems, insulation and tile
support systems.
Police preferred
Due to their secure fixing system, Decra®
tiles are far more resistant to damage or
forced removal than traditional tiles and
in 2006, Decra® became the first UK
roofing manufacturer to gain Secured
by Design accreditation awarded by
the Association of Chief Police Officers.
Impressive guarantees Decra® offers a 30 year guarantee not
only on individual tiles, but also on the
complete weather security of an entire
roof.
A safe and sustainable option
Decra® tiles are a highly sustainable
option. They contain around 25 per
cent recycled steel and at one seventh
(or less) the weight of traditional
alternatives, they consume less
energy per unit during transport and
installation, also requiring less strength
(and therefore building materials) in the
supporting roof.
A single truckload of Decra® tiles
represents up to eight truckloads of
traditional alternatives and the steel
core means that they don’t break in
transit, representing a considerable
reduction in transport costs, wastage
and CO2 emissions. Solar reflective tiles
can further reduce the energy required
to run air conditioning or other cooling
systems.
In terms of safety, Decra®’s dry-fix
design requires no grinding on-site
– therefore no dust – and quick and
easy installation reduces the risk of
accidents. Once in place, minimal
maintenance further reduces the need
to go on the roof and risk a fall.
For more information on Decra®
roofing products, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
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Building ProtectionProtecting the work site
• Temporary protection from weather and falling debris
• Scaffold sheeting for major building sites and low rise developments
• Secure fixing technology• Prime advertising opportunities• Tarpaulins for all domestic and
industrial applications
Building on its considerable expertise in
roofing, Icopal has developed a range
of products designed to offer temporary
weather and debris protection for
building sites of all sizes, as well as
industrial applications and domestic
use.
Monarflex® Scaffold Sheeting
Developed in conjunction with major
contractors, Monarflex® Scaffold
Sheeting provides weather protection
for both building sites and construction
teams, while also protecting the
environment and general public from
falling debris. The sheeting allows
building work to continue even in
adverse weather conditions, while
ensuring building sites meet Health and
Safety Guidelines regarding the fall of
building materials, and are compliant
with relevant British Code of Practice
Standards.
Manufactured from a co-polymer mix
of low density polyethylene (LDPE)
and a reinforcing mesh of polyester
filaments, Monarflex® Scaffold Sheeting
offers the high levels of puncture and
tear resistance necessary for long term
use in a demanding site environment,
whether during the construction or
demolition. The Monarflex® patented
eyelet fastening system provides further
protection; eyelets remain sealed from
wind and rain when not in use, and are
highly resistant to pull-out, ensuring the
scaffold sheeting is both easy to erect
and remains secure once in place.
Range of performance options
A range of sizes and performance levels
are available for either traditional tube
and fit scaffolding or modern modular
systems. Standard sheeting offers
exceptional resistance to wear, tear and
weather, but additional options include
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flame retardant sheeting for internal
(LPS 1207) and external (LPS 1215) fire
risk areas, extra strong sheeting – one
of the strongest currently available –
and flame retardant containment
netting if high winds are a significant
risk and sheeting is not a viable option.
An additional range, Scaffband, is ideal
for shorter term or low rise projects
where high wind is not a risk factor,
and a temporary roof cover (TRC) is
also available, specially designed for
lightweight modular systems.
Monarflex® DigiWrap - digital printing for scaffold sheeting
To take advantage of the high profile
exposure afforded by a sheeted
construction site, Monarflex® can also
digitally print full colour logos, messages
and imagery onto even the largest
scaffold sheeting expanse, creating
both continuous banner advertising or
logo runs which can wrap around a
development site or produce full height
images. Offering a six-month minimum
lifespan, this advertising option is
surprisingly cost-effective and highly
versatile.
Monarflex® tarpaulins
Monarflex® high quality tarpaulins
provide a strong, secure and durable
means of protecting assets from
weather damage in wide ranging
domestic and industrial applications. A
Monarflex® tarpaulin can also be used
as a temporary roof covering. Options
include SuperTarp, an exceptionally
strong, high quality reinforced tarpaulin
ideal for long term use, which also
offers unique eyelets for fixing; and
EconoTarp, offering cost effective
protection in milder weather conditions.
Specially designed straps, ties and
tapes enable users to firmly secure their
tarpaulin, whatever the application.
For more information on Monarflex®
protection products, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
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Acoustic Systems• Acoustic floor systems for
new build, conversion and refurbishment projects
• Impressive range • All options exceed Building
Regulations• Gain up to four Code credits for
sound insulation
With the demand for housing constantly
outstripping supply, developers are now
looking to build or refurbish more attached
dwellings, or increase housing density.
High acoustic performance is therefore
essential to meeting the increasingly
demanding Building Regulations and
reassure prospective residents that their
well-being and lifestyle will not be affected
– or compromised – by issues of noise.
But with every development presenting
different challenges, achieving high
acoustic performance demands skill,
experience, and a highly comprehensive
product range.
A reputation built on experience and innovation
Icopal’s acoustic solutions, trading under
the Monarfloor® brand name, have
established an impressive reputation in
sound insulation, based on an extensive
product range (the largest in the UK),
ongoing commitment to research
and development, and excellent
customer support. We provide acoustic
solutions for new build, conversion and
refurbishment projects, whether the
structure is timber, steel or concrete,
and can supply all the accessories
required to complete the job to the
highest standard.
An impressive product range
Traditional solutions
Our traditional floating floor treatments
(FFT) include products now established
as industry standards and adopted by
all the major UK housebuilders. Key
features include:
• BBA Certification.
• Flame retardant, low resonance
acoustic chip (LRAC) foams, proven
to withstand compression and
deterioration.
• Options include timber floor overlays,
timber floor direct-to-joist treatments,
systems for timber or steel framed
structures and concrete sub-floors.
Innovative new products
We constantly extend our product
range in response to the needs of new
build developments, latest building
technologies and evolving building
standards. Our range of innovative
systems include:
• Bridgestop®, enabling continuous raft-
type solutions for attached dwellings
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whilst isolating the two leaves of cavity
party walls, solving the problem of
mortar collection in cavity bases - a
major cause of acoustic pre-completion
test failure. Bridgestop® was the first
4–Credit Code for Sustainable Homes
solution recognised by Robust Details.
• Monarfloor® Tranquilt, greatly simplifying
the management of screeded floors,
this one-part system has integral
flanking, jointing and vapour control
with screen-printed fitting instructions.
• Wall-Cap®, reducing acoustic structural
flanking paths within attached dwellings
and providing ‘effective edge sealing’ to
reduce heat loss, as required by Part
L1A Building Regulations for cavity
party walls.
As part of our research strategy,
we work in partnership with the
Building Performance Centre at
Edinburgh Napier University, a nationally
recognised centre of excellence
with specialist expertise in acoustics,
noise control and sound insulation.
Exceeding standards
All Icopal acoustic Monarfloor® systems
exceed the performance requirements
specified in:
• Approved Document E of The Building
Regulations (2003) England and Wales.
• Section 5, Scottish Building Standards
• Technical Guidance Document E, Irish
Building Regulations.
Gain Sustainable Homes credits
When building to the Code for Sustainable
Homes, Monarfloor® Acoustic Systems
can be used to gain up to four credits as
the system achieves a higher standard of
sound insulation than required by Building
Regulations Part E (England and Wales).
This not only provides a cost-neutral
solution but also delivers opportunities
for further savings by, for example,
specifying a continuous foundation
between dwellings.
Robust Details
Monarfloor® FFTs comply with the
performance criteria set out in Robust
Details, with many more products
currently undergoing assessment by
Robust Details Ltd (RDL), recognised by
the Code for Sustainable Homes.
For more information on Icopal Monarfloor®
Acoustic systems, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
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Structural Gas Protection and Waterproofing• Full consultancy service
minimises system failure risk• Gas protection systems for
contaminated land development• Tanking solutions backed by
industry leading expertise• Geomembrane linings ideal for
water features, landfill cover and secondary containment
Icopal’s structural waterproofing range
provides high performance protection and
containment solutions for applications
including the sustainable regeneration
of brownfield and contaminated land,
gas control systems, tanking, and water
containment for dry sites, or major water
features.
Expertise is essential in this particularly
challenging sector where many con-
struction projects are highly ambitious
and complete protection often essential.
Icopal draws on over 20 years’ experience
of complex geotechnical applications to
provide a complete service, from initial
consultancy through to site inspection,
manufacture, delivery and installation.
This comprehensive support is designed
to eliminate costly system failures,
often resulting from highly complex
construction parameters, technical
inexperience, or a misunderstanding of
product capabilities. By exploiting Icopal’s
extensive knowledge, contractors can be
reassured that the correct solution has
been specified, the site properly prepared
and installation undertaken to the required
standard. In addition, when installed
by one of Icopal’s directly employed
installation teams, guarantees can be
provided to ensure that performance is
sustained over the longer term.
Geomembrane containment linings
Icopal’s geomembrane containment
linings are ideal for:
• Water storage, including irrigation
supply, balancing reservoirs to control
rainwater run-off, and firewater
reserves.
• Storm water collection systems.
• Reed beds.
• Reservoir roofs.
• Contaminated land barriers.
• Secondary containment of facilities
such as oil storage tanks.
• Water features, from garden ponds to
major leisure features.
• Containment of invasive plant species.
High performance features for challenging environments
Icopal offers a choice of either reinforced
or non-reinforced membranes. The
reinforced Gridline range, a multi-layer
membrane reinforced with polyester,
demonstrates exceptional tensile
strength and tear resistance and offers a
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variety of performance grades for different
applications. Blackline, a non-reinforced
alternative, combines polyester with
blown and extruded film, delivering
outstanding multiaxial elongation and
puncture resistance in addition to
chemical and UV resistance.
Gas control solutions
Building Regulations demand the
installation of a gas control system
within new buildings if there is a risk of
gas reaching dangerous concentrations
within interior spaces. This risk is
particularly common when building
on brownfield sites, especially those
contaminated by gas generating
chemicals and heavy hydrocarbons; on
or near old landfill sites or sites containing
large quantities of peat, coal or river silt,
which can give rise to naturally occurring
methane; and sites located in radon
affected areas.
Suitable for residential and commercial applications
Icopal’s gas control systems provide a
passive, non-mechanical, maintenance
free solution. In residential applications,
the system employs gas barriers, venting
layers and perimeter vents which can be
applied to both ground bearing concrete
floor slabs and suspended beam and
block floor designs. The same system
principles also apply to commercial
or industrial applications, where more
complex design and detailing support
can be provided.
Tanking and DPM systems
Icopal’s tanking and DPM systems
create completely dry environments,
and Icopal can advise on the design
and detail of tanking systems, a process
which requires expertise in construction
constraints such as hydrostatic pressure
relating to the water table, seasonal
variations and the existence of other
hazards such as gas control risks.
Cold and hot applied options
Icopal tanking solutions provide a variety
of options:
• Cold applied technologies, requiring
no heat during installation, including
membranes and accessories which
can be self-adhered, paint applied, or
loose laid.
• Hot applied technologies, including
‘torch-on’ or ‘pour-on’ products where
the membrane’s bituminous surface is
heated in order to provide a high quality
waterproof seal.
For more information on the Icopal range of
structural waterproofing products, visit our
website at www.icopal.co.uk
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Roof Safety Systems• Fully compliant with current
Health and Safety legislation• versatile options that will not
damage existing roof surfaces• Line based, fall protection
systems and guard rail options
Current Health and Safety legislation
states that all ‘dutyholders’ – which
can include architects, facilities
managers, contractors and building
owners – could be liable in the event
of a workplace accident. Icopal’s
comprehensive roof fall protection
solutions and services, ranging from
system selection to certification, ensure
that dutyholders are in full compliance
with all the demands of an increasingly
onerous regulatory environment.
Versatility is essential in a roof safety
system where variables include roof
design, number and competency of the
workers being protected, how often and
for how long the system will be used,
and which parts of the roof need to be
accessed (or avoided). Icopal’s expert
advice ensures that the roof safety
system selected best meets the needs
of all those who depend on it and with
new innovations regularly introduced,
Icopal can both assess safety needs
and advise on the best solutions.
Icopal’s roof safety system range has
been developed in partnership with
Latchways plc, the market leader in
the design and manufacture of cable-
based fall protection systems.
KwikLine fall protection systems
The use of anchored wire restraints is a
well established method of preventing
falls, but has significant disadvantages.
As wires must be attached to the building
structure, worker access depends on
the availability of suitable anchoring
points, system installation can be
time consuming and the installation of
additional anchors can damage the roof
below, compromising warranties and
affecting roof performance, especially
watertightness.
Icopal’s KwikLine solution, guaranteed
for use within an Icopal roofing
system, uses an independently fixed
anchoring system installed from above
by specialist teams. The system does
not depend on fixed posts and can be
installed on most types of structurally
sound roof decks. Workers, wearing full
body harnesses and energy absorbing
lanyards, are constantly attached to the
system using a Latchways Transfastener
which allows hands-free support. As a
result, wires can be anchored wherever
is most appropriate to the work being
carried out and without compromising
the waterproofing integrity of the roof
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below. Depending on safety training,
lanyards can either restrain workers, or
allow adjustable, fully protected access
to all parts of the roof.
Key components are manufactured
from marine-grade stainless steel
and the system is ideal for flat or
gently sloping roofs (up to 15o). An
extensive range of accessories extends
applications further, including the
ManGuard Weighted Anchor System
for roofs where penetration is not
suitable or possible, or where only
temporary access is required; and anti-
slip walkways for both bitumen and
single ply roofing surfaces.
KwikGuard guard rail systems
KwikGuard edge protection systems
do not need to be fixed directly onto the
roof surface therefore minimising the risk
of compromising waterproof integrity.
Using a counterbalanced, cantilever de
sign and locking principles, the system
comprises uprights and cross rails with
a further option, Parapet KwikGuard,
designed to provide protection on
parapets wider than 300mm.
KwikGuard is quick and easy to
assemble with angled uprights reducing
rail visibility from below, improving the
aesthetic appearance of the system
once installed. A robust galvanised
finish is supplied as standard, but
the system can be powder-coated if
required.
Extra security
A range of additional products enable
specifiers to create a system which
meets all safety needs both during
construction and beyond: the Dadome
roofhatch allows safe access to the roof
area; and access ladders, platforms,
walkways, grills and stopovers - all
made from galvanised steel - can also
be fitted as part of the safety system.
Icopal also provides a range of personal
protection equipment, including
harnesses and lanyards.
For more information on Icopal’s roof
safety products, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
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Rooflights / WindowsDadomeRooflights• Bringing valuable natural light into
the interior• versatile design and outstanding
construction• Meets all relevant and current
Building Regulations• Ideal for all flat roofs - domestic, commercial and industrial
Natural light inside a building creates a
better quality environment for all those
who work or live there – improving
concentration, productivity and general
well-being. This is now recognised
in Building Regulations Part L 2006
(England and Wales), which specifically
notes the effectiveness of rooflights in
the provision of valuable daylight and
the associated reduction in artificial
lighting. Dadome rooflights are an ideal
way to bring light through a flat roof,
whether installed individually, in numbers,
or as a vaulted system ideal for larger
commercial or industrial buildings.
Impressive benefits
Dadome rooflights do much more than
just provide a window to the sky:
Environmental and economic advantages
Rooflights increase passive solar gain,
reducing the need for artificial light
and, as a result, dramatically reduce a
building’s total energy consumption and
associated CO2 emissions.
Guaranteed to perform
Specially designed to meet growing
demand from the flat roofing market,
Dadome rooflights’ 10 year guarantee
promises exceptional performance, as
the rooflights won’t leak, show excessive
changes in colour or light transmission, or
lose impact strength due to weathering.
In addition, if installed as part of an
Icopal approved roofing system, and by
an approved contractor, the rooflights
can become part of a 20 year system
guarantee (subject to conditions).
High performance features
Reflecting the many flat roof designs
currently being installed, Dadome
rooflights offer a range of design options:
Accessories and ventilation options
Accessories include burglar bars, external
anti-vandal security frames and also a
Comfort Pack – an electronic sensor
system which automatically opens or
closes hinged rooflights in response
to changes in temperature or rainfall.
Trickle, open/close, manual or electrically
operated ventilation units can also be
installed, with winding poles available
for manual operation. Smoke ventilation
units are also available.
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Dalite®
Roof Windows• 10 year guarantee• Quality construction• Excellent insulation properties • Easy to install and clean
Manufactured in pine from managed
resources, the DALITE® centre-pivot roof
window range is a high quality product,
carrying a 10 year guarantee. These roof
windows have a slim wood profile, which
gives an excellent interior design and
allows up to 10% more daylight into your
room.
The argon-filled pane gives an
outstanding U-value of 1,1 W/m2K. The
windows are equipped with specially
designed ventilation to enhance your
well-being.
DALITE® roof windows, central pivoted
roof windows with special slimline
wooden profile, are equipped with a
ventilation valve which allows comfort
and added value for all budgets.
For more information on Dadome
and Dalite, visit our website at
www.icopal.co.uk
Icopal, founded in 1876, operates worldwide and has 35 production
facilities and more than 90 offices in Europe, North America and Asia,
Icopal is Europe’s leading manufacturer of products for the protection
and waterproofing of building constructions, particularly roofing
materials and waterproof membranes.
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