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Advanced Drain Green Roof
Advanced Building Products
07 24 19 Water-Drainage Exterior Insulation and Finish System
Advanced Drain® Green Roof is an effective and eco-friendly drainage composite that is tough enough to handle any rooftop soil load. Its durable drainage core flexes under foot and lightweight traffic, leaving an open structure for maximum, multi-directional water flow. The heavy duty polyester filter fabric lets water pass through, but keeps soil particles from clogging the core. Advanced Drain® Green Roof promotes unobstructed water and airflow to help keep the structural elements of the roof in peak condition. Advanced Drain® Green Roof is available in
10 mm (0.40 in.) or 13 mm
(0.50 in.) thicknesses. It can be applied in intensive and extensive green roofs, outdoor/indoor planters, sloped or contoured roofs, and vegetated plaza decks.
Features
• made from 40 per cent recycled content, which contributes to credits under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating program;
• the 101.6-mm (4-in.) fabric flap makes joining sections easier;
• cuts with a utility knife or scissors;
• will not trap water;
• able to withstand extreme temperatures; and
• protects roofing membrane during and after installation.
Additional Information
Spec SheetProduct Guide Specification
LEED™ Green Building Rating System
Contact Information
Phone: 1-800-252-2306
Email:
klolley@abp-1.com
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