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Visqueen Self Adhesive Membrane (SAM) - Self-Adhesive Waterproofing Membrane

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Visqueen Product certifications:
  • BBA Agrément Certificate

    BBA Agrément Certificate

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  • DoP

    DoP

    Certificate type

  • DoP

    DoP

    Certificate type

  • EPD

    EPD

    Certificate type

Self-adhesive waterproofing membrane.

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Application

Visqueen Self Adhesive Membrane is a cold applied product, suitable for use as a Type A Barrier Membrane (Tanking Membrane) for above and below ground applications e.g. basements, retaining walls and lift pits.


The membrane can be applied to a variety of substrates including concrete, flush pointed blockwork, flush pointed brickwork, particle boards and steelwork, in both vertical and horizontal applications.


The membrane can be used to achieve one form of waterproofing to Grades 1, 2 and 3 as defined in BS 8102:2022.

Description

A self-adhesive waterproofing system.

Features and benefits:

  • BBA certified - third party accreditation.
  • Type A Barrier Membrane (Tanking Membrane) - resistant to ground water in accordance with BS 8102:2022.
  • Flexible - easy to detail and install on site.
  • Multi-functional - also acts as a radon and damp proof membrane.
  • Self-adhesive application - no jointing tapes required.

General information

Color

Black

Grey

Finish

Smooth

Material

Polyethylene

Shape

Rectangle

Length

20000 mm

Width

1000 mm

Height

1.5 mm

Guidance for specification option:

Thickness.

Warranty description

Guidance for specification option:

Refer to BBA Certificate.

Uniclass

Pr_25_57_08_08 Bitumen sheetsPrimary

CAWS

J40/190 Self-adhesive bitumen damp proofing/ tanking

J40/40 Self-adhesive bitumen membranes

SKU Code

10067473

Specification data - Bitumen sheets

Classification data

Standard

To BS EN 13969, Type A.

Guidance for specification option:

  • Suitable for use as a Type A Barrier Membrane (Tanking Membrane) to BS 8102:2022.
  • Conforms to the specification requirements of BR 211:2023.

Third-party certification

BBA Certificate 15/5208 Product Sheet 1.
UKCA UKNI CE to EN 13969:2004.

Performance characteristics

Watertightness to 60kPa for 24 hours (A) to EN 1928: Pass.
Durability after artificial ageing to EN1296 then EN 1928: Pass.
Resistance to tearing (nail shank) MD/CD to EN 12310-1: 135 N.
Water vapour transmission to EN 193: 90 000.
Resistance to static loading - Concrete (A) to EN 12730: 10 kg.
Resistance to static loading - EPS (B) to EN 12730: 15 kg.
Resistance to impact - Hard surface (A) to EN 12691: 500 mm.
Resistance to impact - Soft surface (B) to EN 12691: 500 mm.
Shear resistance of joints to EN 12317: 350 N/50mm.
Tensile strength MD to EN 12311: 215 N/50mm.
Tensile strength CD to EN 12311: 220 N/50mm.
Elongation at maximum load MD to EN 12311: 310%.
Elongation at maximum load CD to EN 12311: 340%.
Flexibility at low temperature to EN 1109: -30ºC.
Radon permeability (SP Method): 5.7x10¯¹² m²/s.
Reaction to Fire to EN 13501-1: Class E.

Recycled content

As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021

Manufacturer's standard.

Form

Damp-proof membrane.

Material

-

Carrier material

High-density polyethylene (HDPE).

Bitumen modification

Polymeric.

Weight (minimum)

1.65 kg/m².

Thickness (minimum)

1.5 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

To EN 1849-2.

Surface finishes

-

Top

Smooth.

Underside

Self-adhesive backing.

Guidance for specification option:

Protected by a removable release film.

Accessories

Visqueen HP Tanking Primer, 5 L.
Visqueen Pile Cap Sealer, 25 kg.
Visqueen Top Hat Units.
Visqueen TreadGUARD 1500, 1 x 2 m.
Visqueen IGW5 and IGW10 Waterstops.

Manufacturer guidance

Consult manufacturer's literature for details. Many options are available to specify separately.

Colours

Dark grey upper surface with black self-adhesive coating.

Roll size

20 x 1 m.

Guidance for specification option:

To EN 1848-2.

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Sustainability data

Country of material origin

Italy

Country of product manufacture

Italy

Material

Polyethylene
Carbon dioxide equivalent

Carbon dioxide equivalent, as defined in BS EN 15804

Certified

Stage
Normalised unit (kg CO₂ eq/kg)
Declared unit (kg CO₂ eq/m²)
Stage:A1–A3 ('Production stage')
Normalised unit : 0.715 (kg CO₂ eq/kg)
Declared unit : 1.18

Product certifications

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Platform Compatible Version
IFC

IFC2X3

3

Revit

Revit 2015

4

Product certifications

BBA Agrément Certificate

BBA Agrément Certificate

BBA Certificate Visqueen Self Adhesive Membrane

DoP

DoP

Tanking CE Visqueen Self Adhesive Membrane Declaration of Performance

DoP

DoP

Tanking UKCA Visqueen Self Adhesive Membrane Declaration of Performance

EPD

EPD

EPD Visqueen Self Adhesive Membrane

Literature

Visqueen Product Guide 2022

Visqueen Product Guide 2022

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