METHOD STATEMENT

SikaBit® PRO P 30-0 Sand

JULY 2019 / VER.01 / SIKA INDONESIA / TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT

SCOPE: APPLICATION OF SIKABIT® PRO P 30-0 SAND BITUMINOUS MEMBRANES

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 SCOPE 3
2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 3
3 APPLICATION 3
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION FOR INSTALLATION 3
3.2 SUBSTRATE PREPARATION 4
3.3 APPLICATION METHODS 4
3.4 TOOLS REQUIRED 6
3.5 SAFETY 6
4 IMPORTANT NOTES 6
5 LEGAL NOTES 7
6 KEYWORDS 7

Method Statement Indonesia

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1 SCOPE
This method statement describes the step by step procedure for application of SikaBit® PRO P 30-0 Sand
as bituminous membrane waterproofing.

2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Sikabit® PRO P 30-0 SAND is AN APP MODIFIED modified, bituminous, torch-applied, waterproofing
membrane. It is reinforced with a dimensionally stable non-woven polyester inlay. The underside has a thin
polyethylene burn-off film for easy application. It can be applied to wood, metal and concrete substrates
including over existing bitumen roofing membranes.

USES
Waterproofing membrane for:
 Damp proofing of the exterior walls of basements against percolating water and damp soil
 Flat roofs under protective layers or ballast
 Balconies and terraces under tiles
 Wet areas
 Protection of various substrates in a wide range of applications

CHARACTERISTICS/ ADVANTAGES
 Good water tightness
 Good elongation and cold flexibility
 Good mechanical properties (tensile, tear, shear)
 Good resistance to impact
 Easy to install by torching method
 Choice of primers to suit substrate and weather conditions

3 APPLICATION

3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION FOR INSTALLATION

The installation of Sikabit® PRO P 30-0 SAND bituminous membranes must only be carried out by skilled
and experienced persons that are trained in the installation and welding of such membranes.
Installation works must be performed in dry weather conditions and the ambient temperature should be
at least +5 °C.
Membrane rolls must be stored in vertical position in dry areas and protected against exposure to
weathering on site.
In order to prevent damage of the installed waterproofing membrane, other trades and personnel must
be prevented from having access to the installation area of the site both during and immediately following
the waterproofing works.
In order to prevent mechanical damage by third parties, the installed membranes must be temporarily
protected and/or must be kept closely monitored until their final protective covering is applied.

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3.2 SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
3.2.1. Surface Condition
The surface to be waterproofed must be completely dry, as smooth and flat as possible, and free from
foreign bodies or loose material, rough parts, residues, vegetation, etc. Any work necessary to fill crevices
or to create the ideal slope to drain off rainwater should be done with Sika MonoTop® Series. There must
be no sharp corners between vertical surfaces and horizontal surfaces; corners must be rounded off or
smoothed, according to the particular case, either with cement mortar or with special triangular or
trapezoid extruded metal or bitumen ‘tape’.

3.2.2. Priming
After having prepared and cleaned the surfaces as described above, a preferably
water based or solvent-based bitumen primer needs to be applied as an anti dust-
off treatment, either with a long-handled brush, roller or spray. The primer improves
the bonding of the membrane on the substrate. The coverage rate will depend on
the porosity of the surface (approx. 0.25 lites/m2 ). Allow the primer to dry. Please
note that for indoor applications only solvent-free primers should be applied. Do not
apply the primer in wet weather or under direct sunlight. Metal substrates need to
be treated with an anti-rust treatment before adding the bitumen primer. On
wooden substrates joints have to be treated with strips of membranes which get
nailed.

3.3 APPLICATION METHODS

3.3.1. Fully Bonded
The membranes get fully bonded to the substrate by heating them with a gas torch. On vertical surfaces,
or very steep ones, in order to avoid any possible detachment due to the weight of the membrane, it
should be solidly fixed to the support with nails. On horizontal or near horizontal surfaces, full bonding is
normally used for the external membrane, applied over one partially bonded.

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3.3.2. Arrangement of the Layers
Design of sheet overlaps:
Where a multilayer waterproofing system is to be laid, the
layers above the first one are always fully bonded to the
layer below, laying sheets in the same direction, but
staggering them to cover the joints in the previous layer,
to avoid puddling.
 Membranes can be laid parallel or vertical to the
slope. On slopes > 3° (5%) they should always be
laid in direction to the slope.
 The end laps should be at least 15 cm, the side
laps at least 8 cm.
 Single layer waterproofing systems or mineral
slated finished membranes should even have end
and side overlaps of 10 cm.
 The membranes of the second layer should be
arranged in parallel offset (in frontal & lateral
direction) to the ones of the first layer and must
be fully bonded among each other.

3.3.3. Welding Method in Detail

a) Unroll the Sikabit® PRO P 30-0 SAND membrane.
b) Bring the membrane into line and check that endlaps are min 90 cm apart.
c) Trim the lower outside corner of the roll as well as the upper outside corner of the subsequent roll
(8 cm from the end joint) in order to avoid thick overlaps in the corners. Cap sheets should not be
trimmed – only base or mid ply sheets.
d) Melt the bitumen with a gas torch flame. The heat must be applied evenly and within correct
temperature range. A bead of liquid bitumen must be visible on the underside of the flame. Press
the Sikabit® PRO P 30-0 SAND membrane with a slight pressure on the roll by beam to the substrate.
A warm trowel should be used to check whether all laps have an adequate seal. Do not attempt to
reseal by torching the top surface of the membrane.

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 (a) (b) (c) (d)

3.4 TOOLS REQUIRED

3.4.1. Measure
The measure is used to measure overlaps of membranes or in details.
3.4.2. Cutter with interchangeable Blades
This is a particular cutter with a special hook shaped blade for cutting the sheets of
waterproofing membrane to the correct size.
3.4.3. Propane Gas Torch
This consists of a burner and nozzle linked to a gas bottle via a pressure-resistant
rubber pipe; diameter of the burner and shape of the nozzle should be suited to the
job in hand. A special device regulates pressure and gas supply. Where the use of a
naked flame is not possible, special hot air torches may be used.
3.4.4. Round-tipped Trowel
This is the basic tool used to chamfer the joints between sheets of waterproofing
membrane after overlapping and welding them. It is also used for details such as
waterproofing gutters, air vents, corners, etc. A steel or other roller may be used
instead (about 3 kg), mounted on planks fitted with ball bearings and linked to a guiding rod; this makes
it possible to obtain a perfect seal of the joints between overlapped and welded sheets.

3.5 SAFETY
 Ensure sufficient ventilation during application.
 Keep away open light including welding.
 Wear proper safety equipment (gloves, eye goggles) during application.
 For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemical products, users
should refer to the most recent Material Safety Data Sheet containing physical, ecological,
toxicological and other safety-related data.

4 IMPORTANT NOTES
 Substructure: Must be clean, even, dry and firm.
 Primer: Acts as dust binding and adhesion promoter.
 Fire protection regulations must be fulfilled.
 Roof waterproofing have to have a slope of minimum 3%.
 Drainage channels need a sufficient slope.
 Through expansion joints separated roof surfaces must be drain aged apart.
 Expansion joints must be visible on the support/base.
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 Insulation and vapor barrier are relevant parts of the moisture proofing and thermal protection of the
building/construction and need to be considered by the planer.
 Planer has to think about: slope, load, selection of the right materials, type of installation,
maintenance.
 Do application only if weather conditions and substrate are completely dry.

5 LEGAL NOTES
The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-use of Sika
products, are given in good faith based on Sika's current knowledge and experience of the products
when properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in accordance with Sika’s
recommendations. in practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are
such that no warranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose, nor any liability
arising out of any legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either from this information, or from
any written recommendations, or from any other advice offered. The user of the product must test the
products suitability for the intended application and purpose. Sika reserves the right to change the
properties of its products. The proprietary rights of third parties must be observed. All orders are
accepted subject to our current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always refer to the most recent
issue of the local Product Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which will be supplied on
request.

6 KEYWORDS
SikaBit® PRO P 30-0 Sand, bituminous torching membrane

FOR MORE SIKABIT® PRO P 30-0 SAND INFORMATION:

For any additional information, please do not hesitate to consult our Technical Services Department.

Hioe Hartono Raditya Erlangga

Building System Manager Technical Service Manager
© 2013 Sika Services AG / Nr 850 73 05

Sika Indonesia Version given by

Technical Department
Phone: +62-21-823-0025
Indonesia Fax: +62-21-823-0026
idn.sika.com Mail: sikacare@id.sika.com

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