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Ubiflex has been tested up to 80°C and achieved 'no leakage' when tested for watertightness. This means that the product is fit for purpose for all UK weather conditions. We do recommmed the product is installed in dry conditions and if used with the High Tack adhesive is installed at tempertures above 5°C.
Ubiform + and Ubiflex Finio are self adhesive products. The standard range comes with ancillary products to adhere the flashing to the roof covering such as tigh tack sealant, please see fitting instrcutions for further details.
Yes! Due to being lightweight and it can be installed in full rolls length this range is quick and easy, saving time on site and projects.
Many lead alternatives are significantly lighter than lead making installartion quicker and easier. They offer very low re-sale value and reduce the chance of on-site thefts. They also do not have chemical coatings offering a positive environmental impact.
Many materials can be used as a lead alternative and offer benefits such a a lighter weight, no re-sale value, less toxicity and improved reyclability. The Ubiflex range has been constructed using a mixture of bitumen, polypropylene and aluminium.
A lead alternative is a product that can be used in the same applications of lead in typical roofing details, The products are made from materials which hold the same weather resistant properties as lead but can offer weight, social and envireonmental benefits.
Ubiflex B3 holds a 25 year guarantee. The Ubiflex range have all been designed to last the lifetime of the roof assuming manufcaturers' fixing instructions have been followed.
Ubiflex can be used as an alternative to lead in most roofing applications. This incluides but is not limited to valleys, gutters, roof abutments, parapets and chimneys and solar applications. Please seek technical advice for any uncommon details.
Ubiflex Finio due its smoother finish and colour, but some installers prefer Ubiflex Standard with the granular finish to deter lead theft further as looks less like traditionla lead.
Non lead flashings are safer for the installer, due to being less toxic with lead chemicals and up to 80% lighter in weight! The ranges are more sustainable and can be recycled. Also for the home owner there is no chance of lead theft as no resale value.