Synopsis
Originally constructed in the 1970s on the site of former workhouses in County Tipperary, the Borrisokane Community College building needed to be demolished and replaced, having exceeded its serviceable life. The client wanted to bring a modern and refreshed appearance to what is a site of great historical significance and the new building’s roof played an integral role in achieving this; with the majority of the roof areas sloping inwards towards the open central courtyard area making them highly visible.
Bauder Building Board
Project | Borrisokane Community College |
|---|---|
| Type | New build |
| Location | Borrisokane |
| Roof size | 3,650m² |
| Specifier | Healy & Partners Architects |
| Main Contractor | JJ Rhatigan & Co. |
| Approved contractor | Priority Roofing & Cladding |
The specification
Roof areas totalling over 3,000m2 were fitted with Bauder’s Thermofol single ply fleece backed membrane, which is lightweight, visually appealing and possesses a high tensile strength of ≥ 1100N/50 mm. The system build-up included 160 mm of Bauder’s Thermotech Glass Insulation for superior thermal performance, ensuring the roof achieved the required 0.19 U-Value, and PVC roof profiles were also installed as a cost-effective way of replicating the appearance of a standing seam metal roof. Bauder supplied new rooflights to deliver high standards of illumination, insulation and ventilation, and smaller single-storey roofs were waterproofed with its bituminous Bauderflex system.
Products applied
A high-quality single ply PVC system with a life expectancy in excess of 30 years.
An efficient PIR insulation board with a coated glass tissue facing on both sides
The result
Despite the various design and logistical challenges encountered, all roofing works were completed to budget and in time for the start of the inaugural school term much to the delight of everyone involved in the project.
System Build Up
BauderThermofol PVC single ply waterproofing system
Function
Cap Sheet
Advocacy
Healy & Partners Architects:
“Bauder delivered a roofing solution of the highest quality, providing expert technical support throughout the project. Their single ply waterproofing system has undeniably helped in transforming the appearance of the college and most importantly given the client total confidence with regards to their roof’s long term future performance.”