Hexagon Tower
Bauderflex bituminous waterproofing system
Synopsis
Hexagon Tower is a specialist science and technology facility located in North Manchester. The roofs of the laboratories were experiencing water ingress due to poor original detailing and aged interfaces. Whilst looking to replace the failing roof, the client also wanted to upgrade the insulation to increase the U-value and improve the appearance of the rooftop using a trusted system. Bauder was selected as the supplier due to its comprehensive service offering, which includes detailed report, bespoke specification, project advice and ongoing inspections to ensure a full system guarantee can be issued.
Bauder Building Board
Project | Hexagon Tower |
|---|---|
| Type | Refurbishment |
| Location | Manchester |
| Roof size | 6,000 m² |
| Client | IF Building Consultancy |
| Approved contractor | BBR Roofing |
The specification
Whilst looking to replace the failing roof, the client also wanted to upgrade the insulation to increase the U-value and improve the appearance of the rooftop using a trusted system.
Project challenges
The building was occupied by employees during the works with multiple trades onsite. Bauder provided a system and installation methodology, to keep disruption to a minimum for both the employees within the building and the residents of the surrounding areas. The sensitive nature of the work being carried out within the building meant that mechanical and electrical equipment could not be switched off for more than a few hours at a time.
The result
Elements of the existing roof surface were removed, details modified and then a Bauderflex system incorporating vapour control layer, 120mm PIR FA-TE insulation and two-layer bitumen waterproofing, with a brown finish was installed. BBR Roofing installed the system, finishing the roof area with expertly installed complex detailing around columns, and windows and the area protected with a new free-standing guard rail.
System Build Up
Bauderflex Waterproofing System
Bauderflex Bituminous Waterproofing System
Bauderflex is a fully bonded system suitable for new build and refurbishment projects for warm or inverted roof construction with a choice of insulations; also used as a two-layer system to overlay an existing roof that is thermally reliable and still meets current standards.
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Advocacy
Tom Frankel, Director, IF Building Consultancy:
“Thank you for making this project as seamless as possible. Your continued support has reaffirmed my position that you are the 'go to guys' for flat roofing. A job well done.”