Abstract
Single-ply roofing membranes based on CSM have been effective in commercial installation for over twenty years. Selective blending of thermoplastic resins, CPE (CM) and EVA, into a standard CSM formulation have been performed to evaluate the effect on calendering, accelerated aging and seaming ability. The effect of these resins on other physical properties are also characterized. Further, care must also be exercised during formulating to prevent the loss of toughness at roof top temperatures and the loss of flammability ratings. Compounding consideration will also be reviewed.
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