Flex TPO 10 Pressure Sensitive - Manual

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Flex Membrane International Corp. 2670 Leiscz’s Bridge Road, Suite 400, Leesport, PA 19533
Tel: (610) 916-9500 Fax: (610) 916-9501 www.FlexRoofingSystems.com
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Product Data Sheet
FLEX TPO 10” PRESSURE SENSITIVE SECUREMENT STRIP
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Flex TPO 10” PS Securement Strip is used in place of half width sheets to secure membrane in the
perimeter area of the roof. The use of this product allows field membrane to be utilized over the entire
roof area. The Flex TPO 10” PS Securement Strip consists of a strip of nominal 0.045” thick reinforced
TPO membrane and a strip of nominal 0.035” thick, fully cured synthetic rubber pressure sensitive tape
laminated along each edge. The pressure sensitive adhesive is non-staining and will not affect the color of
the membrane over time. The reinforced TPO membrane is 10” wide while each adhesive strip is 3”
wide. The use of this product is ideal when multiple perimeter sheets or non-standard perimeter spacings
are required.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Base: TPO polyester reinforced membrane with synthetic rubber adhesive
Thickness: Membrane = 0.045” Adhesive = 0.035”
Roll Size: 10”x100’
Weight: 32 lbs
Shelf life: 1 year
INSTALLATION
1. Unroll and position the Flex TPO 10” PS Securement Strip over the insulation substrate where the
membrane securement is desired. Locate the strip with the fastener markings and tape facing
upwards.
2. Position the Flex 2 3/8” TPO Plus Plates a maximum of 12” on center and secure with the
appropriate sized Flex TPO XHD #15 Fastener.
3. The strip surface must be clean and moisture free.
4. Position the Flex TPO membrane and clean the underside of the membrane where it will be in
contact with the PS Securement Strip thoroughly with Flex Weathered Membrane Cleaner.
5. Apply Flex TPO Primer to the underside of the membrane that will come into contact with the PS
Securement Strip.
6. Remove the release liner from the tape on the Flex TPO 10” PS Securement Strip by pulling
evenly and parallel to the roof deck.