KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA

ROYAL COMMISSION FOR JUBAIL AND YANBU

DIRECTORATE GENERAL FOR ROYAL COMMISSION AT JUBAIL
JUBAIL INDUSTRIAL CITY

SPECIFICATION FOR
PVC ROOFING SYSTEM
SECTION 07567

Contract No. 612-C13

Specification No. 07567 Rev. 0

SECTION 07567
PVC ROOFING SYSTEM
INDEX
Item No.
PART 1
1.01
1.02
1.03
1.04
1.05
1.06
1.07
1.08
PART 2
2.01
2.02
2.03
PART 3
3.01
3.02
3.03
3.04
3.05

Title

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GENERAL

Description
Related work specified elsewhere
Applicable codes and standards
Quality assurance
Submittals
Product delivery, Storage and Handling
Job conditions
Warranty

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PRODUCTS

General
Membrane
Related materials

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EXECUTION

General
Roof deck criteria
Substrate preparation
Roof installation
Field quality control
Last Page

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SECTION 07567
PVC ROOFING SYSTEM
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01

DESCRIPTION
This Section covers the furnishing and installation of PVC waterproofing membrane
and insulating to flat roofs. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools and
equipment required to complete the work.

1.02

RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

Screed (crickets) as shown on drawings.
Section 05325 - Metal Roof Deck.
Section 07925 - Joint Sealant

1.03

APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

A.

ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials.

C578 Performed Block Type Cellular Polystyrene
Thermal Insulation, Specification for.
C-744 Prefaced Concrete and Calcium Silicate Masonry
Units, Specification for.

B.

BSI - British Standards Institution.

BS 3837

C.

Expanded Polystyrene Boards. Specification for.

DIN - German Standards.

DIN 16938

Non-Bitumen-Resistant Sheets of Plasticized.

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Polyvinyl Chloride (Non-rigid PVC).

Requirements for.

DIN 16931

Welding of Flexible PVC, Directions.

DIN 18195

Welded Seam, Testing.

DIN 4102
1.04

Fire and Heat Radiation Performance.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The roofing system shall be installed by a qualified subcontractor for a roofing

applicator, certified by the roofing system manufacturer, with minimum 3 years
experience, and in compliance with shop drawings and details submitted, which shall
be approved by the roofing system manufacturer. There shall be no deviations made
without the prior written approval of the roofing system manufacturer. Upon
completion of the installation, an inspection will be conducted by a technical
representative of the roofing system manufacturer to ascertain that the membrane
roofing system has been installed according to the roofing system manufacturer's
published specifications and details.
B. The roofing system shall be ICBO approved, U.L. listed Class 'A' and F.M. class I
approved.
1.05

SUBMITTALS

A. A review of the roofing contractor's submittal package by the roofing membrane

manufacturer is required prior to installation.
B. Prior to project installation by the roofing membrane applicator, a specification, roof
shop drawing and full roof details including roof field sheet layout drawing, parapets,
eaves, wallheads, upstands, drain, outlets and all other penetrations shall be approved
in writing by the roofing membrane manufacturer, to ensure performance up to the
roof warranty.
C. A Pre-roofing conference shall be called by roof contractor when he is ready to start.
Mandatory attendance by architect, manufacturer, general contractor, RC
Construction Department and Engineering Department.
D. Commencement of Work: Contractor shall not commence work on roofing system
installation until all submittals and shop drawings have been approved y the Royal

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Commission. Commencement of work on the roof shall signify contractor's

acceptance of conditions of the substrate as being unsuitable to receive the roofing
system.
E.

1.06

Samples: Submit three (3) samples each of the roof field membrane, the roof flashing
membrane, the insulation board and fasteners for concrete and metal decks, the
separation sheet, the filter cloth, the ballast, the termination bar and fasteners, the
sealant, the metal counterflashing and fasteners. The ballast samples shall weight .5
kg each, in bags. The field membrane samples shall each consist of a T-lap joint; hear
welded, 450 mm square.
PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials to the site in the original unopened containers labeled with the
manufacturer's name, brand name and installation instructions. Store all materials
according to manufacturer's written instructions.
B. Prolonged exposure of curable materials (i.e., secured flashing, adhesives, sealant and
pourable sealer) to temperatures greater than 27oC (80oC) will reduce the shelf life of
those materials. When liquid adhesives and sealants are exposed to lower
temperatures, restore to a minimum of 15oC (60oF) before use.
C. Insulation and underlayment shall be stored so it is kept dry and is protected from the
elements. Store insulation on a pallet and completely cover with a breathable material
such as a tarpaulin or canvas. If the insulation is lightweight it shall be weighted to
prevent wind damage.
D. Do not store adhesive containers with opened lids due to the loss of solvent, which
will occur from evaporation.
1.07

JOB CONDITIONS

A. General
1.
2.

The slope of the roofs shall be 1.5% (15 mm in 1.0 meter).

Roofs shall be installed on a cured sand and cement screed

B. The exposed roofing membrane shall be protected and areas of concentrated traffic
should be confined to preserve the uniform clean surface of the membrane and
prevent discoloration during installation. If access is required to finished roofs other
than along established walkways; the roofing contractor shall provide and place
25mm thick by 550mm wide boards to protect the finished roof.
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1.08

WARRANTY

A. Membrane manufacturer shall, upon final acceptance, issue a warranty for a period of
ten (10) years, covering materials and workmanship.

PART 2
2.01

PRODUCTS

GENERAL
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The products used in the roofing system shall be to the maximum extent possible,
from in-Kingdom manufacturers. All products of the same generic type shall be from
the same manufacturer.
2.02

MEMBRANE

A. PVC - Plasticized polyvinyl chloride 1.5 mm thick, 1.35 meters wide, reinforced with
glass fiber matrix, ultra-violet stabilized.
B. Contractor to furnish information on physical properties of the selected membrane.
2.03

RELATED MATERIALS

A. Flashing - Flashing shall be manufacturer's standard membrane flashing. PVC flashing

shall be ultra-violet stabilized.
B. Insulation - Insulation shall be extruded polystyrene boards, with ship-lap edges,
density of 35 kg/m3, and meeting requirements of ASTM C578. Insulation
manufacturer shall issue a certificate confirming the chemical compatibility of the
insulation and the roof membrane. Polyurethane shall not be used. The roofing
system including the deck, shall achieve a maximum total "U" factor of 0.45 W/m2 Co.
Insulating thickness shall be 100mm, installed in two layers of 50mm.
C. Walkway - Tiles for walkway shall be precast concrete, nominal 500x500x50mm, with
beveled edges.
D. Adhesive and Solvent - Shall be manufacturer's standard adhesive for each
application.
E.

Counterflashing - Shall be 1.6mm aluminum.

F.

Accessories - Coated metal pipe boots, vents, roof jacks and other roof accessories
shall be coated by membrane manufacturer for heat welded membrane systems.

G. Protection Laver (Filter Cloth) - Shall be non-woven polyester fabric weighing 260
gm/m2.
H. Ballast - Shall be washed crushed stone aggregate, passing a 20mm screen. No fines
will be allowed.
I.

Fasteners - Fasteners for mechanically attached insulation and membranes shall be

coated concrete spikes 160 to 180 mm long, and manufacturer's approved disks, or
polypropylene friction type large-head drive fasteners, for use in concrete decks. For
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use in metal decks, fasteners shall be corrosion-resistant coated, self drilling pan head
steel deck screws and manufacturer's approved disks. Screws for metal decks shall be
long enough to project 25 mm below the lowest part of the metal deck.
J.

Miscellaneous - Bonding adhesive, splice cleaner, lap sealant, metal flashings and
securement strips and their fasteners are required for use with roofing membrane.
Breather vents, primers, vapor barrier, edgings, expansion joint fillers may also be
required.

K. Separation Layer - shall be 6-mil clear polyethylene plastic sheeting.

L.

Termination Bar - Shall be aluminum 3 mm thick, 30mm wide, with 5mm wide band
along each edge at 45o brakes.

PART 3
3.01

EXECUTION

GENERAL

A. Begin the application at the highest roof level and work to the lowest. Begin
installation at the lowest edge of each section of roof level, and proceed "up hill",
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with lap joints parallel to long dimension of roof, and joints lapped going with the
flow of water.
B. Follow criteria outlined in the roofing membrane manufacturer's technical manual to
prepare the roof deck and the existing substrate prior to application of the new
roofing system.
C. Fastening and adhesion of roofing membrane insulation and base sheets shall be in
accordance with roofing system manufacturer's details. In the event that fasteners are
required by the roofing or insulation manufacturer, fastener types, spacing and pattern
shall be specified by the manufacturer of the roofing system.
3.02

ROOF DECK CRITERIA

A. Defects and/or deflection in the roof deck must be reported and documented by the
roofing applicator to the specifier, general contractor and also the Royal Commission
for assessment. The roofing applicator shall no: proceed with the installation unless
the defects are corrected.
B. Commencement of work on the deck signifies the roof contractor's acceptance of the
deck and its suitability for receiving the roof system.
C. Fastener Pullout: Minimum pullout value shall be 45 kg. Per fastener.
3.03

SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
Pullout tests shall be conducted by the applicator and submitted to the roof system
manufacturer to determine the acceptable installation fastening density rate.

3.04

ROOF INSTALLATION
Prior to the use of any products, refer to the safety data in technical manual for
applicable cautions and warnings.

A. Insulation Attachment
Insulation shall be mechanically fastened to the roof deck with 1 insulation fastener
and plate per 0.4 square meters of insulation unless otherwise required in writing by
the insulation or membrane manufacturer.
B. Membrane Installation
Ballasted Loose-Laid PVC
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3.05

a.

Install insulation boards in minimum of two layers, offsetting side and end
joints 200mm minimum. Cut or score and break boards at valleys and ridges,
so that insulation lays flat on the roof deck. Use approved fasteners, spacing
and pattern. Fit insulation tightly around penetrations. Fill voids larger than
" with insulation. Cover insulation with polyethylene separation layer before
installing roof membrane.

b.

Install the roof membrane according to the manufacturer's printed instruction

manual and detail. Fasten membrane to the substrate at the perimeter, at
upstands, and at penetrations.

c.

Complete sealing of all splices by the end of each workday. Care should be
exercised at the end of each workday that water does not flow beneath
completed sections of roofing systems.

d.

Install coated pipe seals and other coated accessories according to

manufacturer's manual and details.

e.

Install flashing and counterflashing as shown in the manufacturer's manual and

details and project drawings. All flashing is to be installed as roof membrane
installation progresses, to ensure that no water entry occurs at those points.

f.

Install protection layer on top of roof membrane. According to manufacturer's

manual.

g.

Install walkway tiles as shown on roof plan. Leave a 6 to 10 mm space

between tiles to allow for drainage.

h.

Install ballast, minimum 50 mm thick across remaining membrane areas.

FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Independent Consultant:
1.

The roofing contractor shall employ as independent Roofing Consultant to

test and inspect the roofing, flashing systems and related sheet metal work.
The Independent Roofing Consultant selected by the applicator shall be
approved by the Royal Commission.

2.

The testing and inspection services of the Independent Consultant shall

include on-site inspections, water tests, inspection reports, direction of
removal of test samples, arrangements for testing of materials and of test
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samples, interpretation of tests, final inspection to correct any deficiencies in

the work, final inspection when the work is reported to be completed, and
issuance of Final Inspection Report to the Royal Commission before initial
acceptance of the work.
B. Manufacturer's Inspection:
1.

Upon notification by roofing contractor of completion of the roofing system,

an authorized representative of the manufacture shall make an inspection of
the installation for final acceptance of quality and workmanship, conformance
to specifications and details.

C. Final Acceptance:
1.

The Royal Commission shall inspect the roof installation and prepare a punch
list of deficiencies, if any.

2.

Roofing Contractor shall correct these deficiencies to the Royal Commission's

approval.

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