S 327- Re-waterproofing Concrete Deck

Method Statement for the Application of Sarnafil S327 PVC Waterproofing Membrane over existing RC roof

Existing Roof Built-up

1. Reinforced concrete slab

2. Existing waterproofing system etc. Torch on membrane

Existing Concrete Substrate / Preparation of Existing Concrete Substrate

3. The concrete screed must be free from all projections and depressions. The surface must be reasonably smooth
and leveled to the required gradient as designed for.

4. The area must be free from dust, debris, oil and other contamination. All major cracks (>3mm), pin holes and
honeycomb are to be made good prior to the waterproofing application. (Not required to remove existing
waterproofing membrane)

Laying of Separation Layer

5. A leveling or separation layer may be required, such as geotextile felt 300g/m2, loosely laid with 100mm wide
overlap.

Sarnafil S 327 mechanically fastened using Sarnafast System

6. Unroll Sarnafil S 327, polyester scrim reinforced PVC waterproofing membrane, loosely lay over the separation
layer and mechanically fastened the overlap with Sarnafil fastening components (membrane washers and
fasteners).

7. Install IF/IG-C washers (for hard surface) and fasteners SB, centered along the 30mm line traced on the membrane.
Fastener spacing is to be in accordance to the project specific calculations made by Sarnafil.

8. The fastener must penetrate the concrete deck by a minimum embedment of 32mm. The fixation pattern must
always be symmetrical (i.e. every 200mm, or every 400mm, etc.)

9. Install adjacent sheets along the lap lines marked on the membrane (120mm from the sheet edge).

Hot-air Welding Procedures

10. When hot air welding of Sarnafil membrane, the overlap area must be clean and dry. For straight seam welding
(overlap is 120mm), Sarnamatic automated welding machine must always be use.

11. For hand welding, use the Leister Triac hand welder, 40mm wide nozzle for straight weld and 20mm wide nozzle for
corners and detail work. The three stages are:-
• Spot weld the overlap.
• Pre-weld: Weld the rear overlap area so that a 35mm opening remains for the finishing weld.

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 S 327- Re-waterproofing Concrete Deck

Method Statement for the Application of Sarnafil S327 PVC Waterproofing Membrane over existing RC roof

• Final weld: Sarnafil PVC hand roller should be guided at a distance of 30mm parallel to the air outlet of the
welding nozzle. Always roll the hand roller fully across the seam.

12. Testing of welded seams:

• Visual seam check: Shiny surface and even quality of welding beads.
• Mechanical seam check: Use a screwdriver to slide along the welded seams to check for voids and any welding
defect.
• Peeling test: At the overlapped cut the membrane into 50mm width strip and firmly peel it. Tearing point
should be located beyond the effective welding seam.

13. For perimeter fixation around the roof edge or near the parapet wall, Sarnafil S 327 membrane must be secured
with Sarnafil U bars and PVC welding cord against tearing and peeling off by wind uplift.

Upstands, Flashings & Roof Details

14. Followed by the upturn membrane, Sarnafil G 410, hot-air welded overlap 40mm with Sarnafil S 327, covering
Sarnafil U bars and fully adhered to the parapet wall with Sarnafil approved adhesive.

15. It can be terminated with metal strip fastened through the membrane and sealed with an approved sealant at a
height at least 150mm. Or alternatively, make a groove line by saw cutting on the required height and tucked in
with Sarnametal sheet (PVC coated) where the upturn membrane Sarnafil G 410 can be welded on it.

16. For corners, vent pipes, drains and other roof details, please refer to Sarnafil installation handbook procedures.

Water Ponding Test (when required)

17. Carry out flood test 48 hours minimum after completion of the waterproofing works. Restrict water run-off from
membrane area by plugging drains and creating dams or dikes. Flood restricted area to depth of about 100 mm and
maintain at this depth for 48 hours. Any punctured or defective areas shall be made good by an approved method
and retested.

18. The membrane shall be cleaned and inspected before proceeding with the remaining built-up protection measure.

The information contained herein and any other advice are given in good faith based on Sika's current knowledge and
experience of the products when properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in accordance with
Sika's recommendations. The information only applies to the application(s) and product(s) expressly referred to herein
and is based on laboratory tests which do not replace practical tests. In case of changes in the parameters of the
application, such as changes in substrates etc., or incase of a different application, consult Sika's Technical Service prior
to using Sika products. The information contained herein does not relieve the user of the products from testing them
for the intended application and purpose. All orders are accepted subject to our current terms of sale and delivery.
Users must always refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of
which will be supplied on request.

Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd 2/ 2

No.9 Jalan Timur, 46000 Petaling Jaya
Tel: +603 7957 0111 Fax: +603 7956 7291
E-mail: info@my.sika.com Website: www.sika.com.my
Co. Reg. No.: 180715-X