Shelterseal 3000X Membrane

Cold application – installed without the use of open flames

Chemical resistance – highly resistant to acids alkalis and

other pollutants

Self sealing – membrane self seals on contact maintaining

watertightness

Ideal for planter boxes below ground applications and

retaining walls

 

ARDEX WPM 3000X (Shelterseal 3000X Self Adhesive Membrane) is a “peel and stick” bituminous/asphalt membrane protected by a cross laminated high-density polyethylene film.

ARDEX WPM 3000X is made from two structural components. Bitumen/asphalt compound modified with SBS and high tack resins

This special compound has been formulated to make the product easy to install. The membrane can be adjusted should it initially be placed in the wrong position as the adhesive on the sheet achieves final adhesion only after a few minutes.

Protective film

This is hot-laminated to the bituminous/asphalt compound and gives the membrane its mechanical and physical characteristics such as heat stability shape chemical resistance etc.

 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

ARDEX WPM 3000X (Shelterseal 3000X Self Adhesive

Membrane) is a “peel and stick” bituminous/asphalt

membrane protected by a cross laminated high-density

polyethylene film.

ARDEX WPM 3000X is made from two structural

components. Bitumen/asphalt compound modified with

SBS and high tack resins

This special compound has been formulated to make the

product easy to install. The membrane can be adjusted

should it initially be placed in the wrong position as the

adhesive on the sheet achieves final adhesion only after

a few minutes.

Protective film

This is hot-laminated to the bituminous/asphalt compound

and gives the membrane its mechanical and physical

characteristics such as heat stability shape chemical

resistance etc.

FEATURES/BENEFITS

Cold Application

Installed without the use of open flames. Ideal for

installation in restricted spaces.

Chemical resistance

The protective polymer film is highly resistant to acids

alkalis and other pollutants.

Flexibility and adaptability

This membrane will adapt easily to irregularly shaped

surfaces and will stretch without breaking or cracking.

Self sealing

The membrane self seals on contact maintaining its

watertightness.

Constant thickness

The membrane is manufactured using high-tech machinery

which constantly monitors its thickness and ensures that

the films and synthetic materials are manufactured to the

highest specifications and quality control requirements.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTRATES

• Concretes renders and screeds

• Fibre cement sheets

• Structural or marine plywood

• Polystyrene blocks

For use over other substrates including existing

membranes contact ARDEX.

 

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

• Planter boxes

• Foundations

• Below-ground applications

• Retaining walls

• Balcony Decks under cement screeds or other

compatible hard covering

BASIC APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Surface Preparation

Surfaces to which the ARDEX WPM 3000X is to be installed

must be properly prepared prior to installation. All surfaces

must be clean dry smooth free of sharp edges loose or

foreign materials oil grease and other materials that may

damage the membrane. If concrete has moisture on

surface use gas torch to dry and warm before priming

apply one coat of ARDEX WPM 300 at a coverage rate

of 3.0m2 per L and allow to cure for at least 3 days prior

to proceeding.

Priming

Prior to the application of the membrane all prepared

surfaces (except polystyrene blocks) should be primed

with ARDEX WPM 249 (Shelterseal Primer) at a rate of

5–6m2 per litre and allowed to dry.

Application of ARDEX WPM 3000X

ARDEX WPM 3000X should always be applied from the

lowest point to enable laps to shed water. All edge and end

laps must be overlapped a minimum of 60mm. Internal and

external corners shall be reinforced with an extra layer of

membrane 300mm wide. All end laps and exposed edges

should be sealed. On vertical surfaces the installation

should start at the lowest point with the joints overlapping

by at least 100mm and formed so that they will shed

water. All rolls of ARDEX WPM 3000X are marked with a

60mm line for overlapping.

Ensure that the membrane is properly adhered to the

surface at perimeters or around penetrations.

On completion of the installation of ARDEX WPM 3000X it

is recommended that a protection board be used before

back filling to protect the membrane from damage.

Under no circumstances should the membrane be left

exposed to UV light for long periods.

Two Layer DPC System

In critical areas a specifier may require a second layer

of ARDEX WPM 3000X to be applied with laps staggered

to the first layer.

 

ARDEX WPM 3000X should be installed by approved

applicators well trained in the application of self-adhesive

membranes. Installation shall be strictly in accordance

with ARDEX recommendations.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

ARDEX WPM 3000X is hazardous; non-dangerous goods.

Wear eye/face protection. Use only in well ventilated

areas. Keep rolls in well ventilated place. In case of

contact with eyes rinse with plenty of water and contact a

doctor or Poisons Information Centre.

ARDEX WPM 249 is hazardous; non-dangerous goods. It is

highly flammable harmful if swallowed and irritating to the

eys and skin. Keep away from sources of ignition. No

smoking. Keep container tightly closed and in a well

ventilated place.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ARDEX WPM 249 IS

FOUND IN THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.

STORAGE

All rolls of ARDEX WPM 3000X whether palletised or

loose should be stored in a cool covered area protected

against sunlight and UV radiation. Rolls should be stored in

a vertical position on a smooth floor so as not to damage

the edges.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS LISTED IN THE MATERIAL

SAFETY DATA SHEET.

PACKAGING

Roll size: 1m x 20m

Roll weight: Approx 30kg.

Other products: ARDEX WPM 249 (Shelterseal Primer)

– 5 litres and 20 litres.

Rolls per pallet: 25

 

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE DATA

Properties Typical Values Test Method

Thickness 1.5mm UNI 8202

Weight 1.6kg UNI 8202

Tensile strength long 4.35N/mm ASTM D 638

Tensile strength trans 5.69N/mm ASTM D 638

Longitudinal elongation

of membrane 435% ASTM D 638

Transverse elongation

of membrane 380% ASTM D 638

Tearing resistance long 83.01N 8202/9

Tearing resistance trans 73.74N 8202/9

Adhesion to primed

concrete 4.9N/mm ASTM D 1000

Adhesion to steel 5.8N/mm ASTM D 1000

Puncture resistance 246N/65mm ASTM E 154

Vapour transmission

rate 0.3g/m/24hrs ASTM E 96

Cold flexibility -30?C ASTM D 146

Environmental

resistance Conform ASTM D 543