Acciona – Kwinana Waste to Energy Project

Lead Quality Engineer – Biju Kurian Pottayil

2018
3/18/2019 Waterproof Podium
Deck Prior to Paving
Index Fidia P/Testudo WPM System

Wade McCann
SPECIFICATION MANAGER WA/NT
Product Specification

Fidia and Testudo (ROOF PLANT DECK SPECIFICATION)

High performance, two layer torch-on, reinforced, polymer-bitumen waterproofing
membrane system

1.0
Waterproofing Scope

Install 2 layer waterproofing membrane system, Index Fidia/Testudo to exposed roof

deck/plant room subjected to maintenance foot trafficable, UV stable environment as per
Specification and TDS attached with Specification.

1.11
Where so designated on the drawings, surfaces shall be waterproofed with a high performance,
two-layer torch on, reinforced, polymer-bitumen waterproofing membrane system.

1.12
General
All surfaces shall be prepared, primed and the membrane applied strictly in accordance with the
current manufacturer technical data sheet.
All work shall be carried out by a pre-qualified contractor, who is well trained in the application of
the specific, documented, membrane system.
All materials used in conjunction with the new membrane system, shall be approved by the
membrane manufacturer.

Index Fidia
The base layer is to be 3 mm minimum thickness, elasto-plastomeric, polymer bitumen
membrane based on distilled bitumen blended with both plastomers and elastomers polymers,
reinforced with non-woven polyester fabric and stabilised longitudinally with glass fibres. When
tested in accordance with UEAtc directive Jan 1984, it shall exhibit the following properties:
Apply as per TDS and Methodology Statements. Details including
upturns/downturns/penetrations etc to be installed as per Index Installation Guide, please refer
to with Parchem Specification.

Tensile strength longitudinal: 450 N/5 cm (ENI2311-1)

transverse: 400 N/5 cm
Ultimate elongation longitudinal: 40% (EN12311-1)
transverse: 40%
Service temperature: -100C to (continuous ambient)
1000C
Application 50C to 450C (ambient)
temperature:
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Index Testudo/Mineral
The top layer is to be 4.0mm, elasto-plastomeric, based on distilled bitumen, plastomers and
elastomers, reinforced with non-woven spunbonded polyester fabric. When tested in accordance
with UEAtc directive Jan 1984 shall exhibit the following properties: Apply as per TDS and
Methodology Statements. Details including upturns/downturns/penetrations etc to be installed as
per Index Installation Guide, please refer to attached with Parchem Specification.
Please note: Index Fidia Mineral 4.5kg to be applied if exposed, not covered over. Available in
green or grey finish. Detail/intersections etc., please find attached with Specification (Torch On
Accessories)

Impermeability to water >= 60 kPa (EN1928)

Tensile strength longitudinal: 750 N/5 cm (UNI8202)
transverse: 650 N/5 cm
Ultimate elongation longitudinal: 50%
transverse: 50%
Service temperature: -100C to (continuous
1000C ambient)
Application temperature: 50C to 450C (ambient)

2.0
Substrate surface preparation
Proper preparation to the substrate surface is essential for optimum long term
waterproofing.

2.1
All surfaces to be waterproofed must be structurally sound, clean, dry and free of all surface
contamination including form release agents, curing compounds, concrete finishing aids and all
other forms of surface contamination.

2.2
New concrete substrates must be allowed to cure for a minimum of 28 days prior to membrane
installation.

2.3
Any surface sharp objects or edges are to be either removed or smooth covered over with a
suitable cementitious mortar such as Nitoflor Leveltop Feather, and finished to the satisfaction
of the Contract Administrator.

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2.4
All substrate surfaces to receive the new membrane, shall be smooth and free from
irregularities. The substrate surface is considered acceptable if no deflection greater than 10 mm
is found under a 2 m rule, in any direction, and no deflection greater than 3 mm under a rule of
0.20 m length.

3.0
Substrate preparation

3.1
When all surfaces have been suitably cleaned and repaired, apply Index Bitumen Primer at the
rate of approximately 8 m² per litre to the substrate surfaces to receive the Fidia base layer
application. The coverage rate will vary depending on the porosity of the surface to be treated.
Primer may be applied by brush, roller, or spray equipment. Coverage must be uniform.

3.2
Allow the primer to dry for at least 1 hour at temperature 25°C and above, until the primed
surface is tack free. At lower temperatures allow additional drying time to ensure a tack free
surface. NB: priming should only be carried out on surfaces that will be covered with the
membrane on the same day.

4. Base layer membrane application

 Planning the installation of the membrane is important to ensure joins occur in

suitable locations.

4.1
Fidia membrane must be laid to allow side laps of 100 mm and end laps of 150 mm. If the
membrane is to be spot bonded, full bonding must occur for 1 metre each side of the end laps.
Partially roll up the aligned membrane roll from both ends ensuring that the membrane does not
move from position and start the flame bonding process.

4.2
Application of the membrane is by torch bonding using a suitable propane gas torch. The
membrane is applied with the surface featuring embossed squares, protected by the flamina
film, facing down towards the substrate. During the application of the gas flame, the flamina will
melt to indicate when the material is ready for bonding.

4.3
Begin at the lowest point on the substrate area and work in the direction of the slope towards the
highest point. Upper sheets should lap over previous sheets and this will result in shingle-type
side laps.

4.4
The first roll of membrane is unrolled completely and aligned. Remaining rolls should be unrolled
approximately half way in order to properly align the 100 mm side lap and ensure the required
150 mm end lap is maintained.

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4.5
Starting at the lowest point in the substrate, apply heat by a propane gas torch to the outer
surface of the rolled portion of membrane while unrolling. Move the flame from side to side while
unrolling the membrane by slightly pressing it onto the underlying surface. Avoid shifting the roll
while unrolling, follow the edge of the deck or the lap line.

4.6
In order to have a smooth and even seal at the joint, apply the flame to the bleedout and the
trowel simultaneously and spread the melted compound evenly to seal the joint. Correct welding
will show a 4-8mm wide continuous bead of bitumen compound along the lap edge.

4.7
Proceed with torching the remaining membrane as described above, working your way to the
highest point on the substrate, always maintaining the 100 mm side lap and 150 mm end lap.

5. Top layer membrane application

5.1
Torch-apply one layer of Index Fidia 4.5kg over the base layer of Index Fidia. All side and end
lap joins should be staggered in respect to those of the previous layer. Alignment of the end laps
provides a more aesthetic finish appearance.

5.2
When the waterproofing system consists of two or more layers, it is essential that they adhere
well to each other. The effectiveness of a multi-layer system is guaranteed only by complete
adhesion between all layers of membrane.

5.3
On completion of the membrane installation, all exposed perimeter edges must be sealed by the
installation of a pressure seal.

6. Detailing

6.1
All detailing of the membrane system shall be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s
requirements, and as per drawings for the project.

6.2
The membrane shall be turned up and sealed. All exposed perimeter edges must be
mechanically fixed or terminated under a flashing.

6.3
All penetrations, pipes, or other protrusions shall be detailed and sealed as required.

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7. Testing

7.1
On completion of the new membrane system installation, where possible, a water test should be
carried out for a period of 24 hours to test the completeness of the application.

8.0
Index Fidia and Index Fidia Mineral from Parchem Construction Products meet the
performance criteria and are approved products for this application.

Please note
For product warranty, Parchem recommends the application of this specification to be
applied by a professional, qualified Parchem accredited applicator/contractor. We
recommend site visits by a Parchem representative to be carried out prior, during and
after application to ensure the specification is achieved correctly. Also attached,
Methodogy Statement, Index Installation Guide part of Specification.

Product disclaimer

This specification is offered by Parchem as a ‘standard proposal’ for the application of

these products. It remains the responsibility of the Customer to determine the correct
method for any given application.

Parchem does not accept any liability either directly or indirectly for any losses suffered
in connection with the use or application of the product whether or not in accordance
with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it.

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