JM Vapor Barrier FR Max

JM Vapor Barrier FR Max

Product Descriptive Name
Polyethylene Surfaced, Self-Adhering Vapor Barrier
Product Short Description
JM Vapor Barrier FR Max is a polyethylene surfaced, self-adhered membrane and can be installed on plywood, gypsum or concrete board, concrete or metal without the need for primer.

Product Details

JM Vapor Barrier FR Max

Product Long Description

Features

JM Vapor Barrier FR Max

Features

Tested to the requirements of ASTM D1970, E96, and E2178

Tri-laminate woven polyethylene, nonslip, UV-protected top surface: Provides temporary weather protection for up to 180 days (see Extended Exposure Guidelines). Provides high tensile strength and puncture resistance with low air and vapor permeability.

Self-adhering installation: Self-sealing, high-quality adhesive allows for quick installation without the use of additional adhesives or primers.

Increased coverage: 10 SQ roll (9.49 SQ net) coverage allows for less seams and rolls per job resulting in reduced waste and labor costs.

Low Temperature Installation: Excellent adhesive performance that can be applied at temperatures as low as 20°F (-6.7°C) provided product has been stored in recommended conditions.

Reduced Fire Load: Approved for use in select FM RoofNav assemblies in direct-to-deck applications over steel without the need for a thermal barrier.

Documents

Vapor Barrier Installation and Details

When it comes to design, we've got the tools to get you from the desk to the roof. Here you will find all of the Vapor Barrier flashing detalis and installation guides. If you have any questions when it comes to installation, please contact our Specifier Services Group for design and your local technical representative for the field.

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VB-1 JM Vapor Barrier - Wall Base DetailDWGPDF-
VB-1 (ALT) JM Vapor Barrier - Wall Base Detail - Alternate                                       DWGPDF-
VB-2 JM Vapor Barrier - Pipe Penetration DetailDWGPDF-
VB-3 JM Vapor Barrier - Drain DetailDWGPDF-
VB-4 JM Vapor Barrier - Detail at Field LapsDWGPDF-
VB-5 JM Vapor Barrier - Outside Corner DetailDWGPDF-
VB-6 JM Vapor Barrier - Inside Corner DetailDWGPDF-

Resources

Why for Vapor Barrier

This video highlights what a Vapor Barrier is and its role in a roofing system. 

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When discussions began about the new U.S. Bank Stadium, there was a request for an outdoor stadium. However, state and local government provided funding specifically for an indoor stadium that would be able to host major events like the professional football and college basketball championship games.

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Johns Manville offers one of the most comprehensive portfolios of commercial low-slope roofing solutions. We have a long standing dedication to providing solution-based systems for building owners.

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Support services can include: conceptual product information, building science, wind uplift data, national and local code understanding, FM Global® and UL® regulations, fastening patterns and sheet layouts, installation guidelines and standard details.

Recycling Resources

Re-roofing mechanically attached or ballasted insulated single-ply systems now have the potential for recycling versus contributing to a landfill.

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Your resource for all JM documents in one place. 

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