TPO Roofing systems offer various environmental benefits. Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) single ply roofing systems are considered as some of the fastest growing products for commercial roofing projects. TPO has gained acceptance in the industry for the many installation and performance advantages it offers. As the demand for energy efficiency in the roofing industry increases, TPO provides unequaled resistance to chemical, ozone and ultraviolet exposure.
When you have a white TPO roof, it helps reduce energy consumption required to cool your building. This, in turn, lowers the energy costs and cuts down the energy consumed significantly. With lesser energy consumed, fewer pollutants are released into the atmosphere, which is a direct contribution towards a cleaner environment.
Some of the most common applications of TPO roof systems include:
1. Ballasted installations
2. Fully adhered installations
3. Mechanically fastened processes
How is TPO manufactured?
TPO is formed using sheets of ethylene propylene polymers and polypropylene that are fused with polyester. This process does not require chlorine or plasticizer.
The TPO Application Method
Application of TPO is done with large rolls of different thicknesses and sizes. During application, the TPO is ballasted, mechanically fastened or fully adhered. Seams within the membrane are then hot air welded forming a waterproof bond between the various sheets.
Advantages of TPO over EPDM
TPO has one distinctive advantage over EPDM: it is easily reshaped and heated many times. Since the seams of the edges of a TPO roof are fused together, they form a tighter bond compared to EDPM membranes that are fused using adhesive.
Benefits of TPO
TPO roof systems offer numerous advantages including:
1. Energy Star UV resistant system lowering your cooling and heating bills
2. Reduction of island heat effect as well as solar gain
3. Strong durable seams
4. Resistance to oil, salt, acid and other chemicals
5. The material is puncture resistant
6. The most environmentally friendly option compared to other roofing systems
7. TPO offers flexibility even in lower temperature regions
At Roofing Solutions LLC, market leaders of environmental roofing solutions, you can get your TPO roofing system repaired or installed. Call them for the best commercial roofing systems that are suited for your commercial or residential building.
