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Waterproofing for Section 07 1400 (07140) - Fluid-Applied Waterproofing

AVM Industries makes two water-based, cold-applied rubberized asphalt waterproofing products: AVM System 500 (Aussie Membrane), which is a single component product, and AVM System 502 (Aussie II), which is a two component product. Both are suitable for retaining walls, planters, and between-slab waterproofing.

WHICH BELOW-GRADE MEMBRANE TO CHOOSE?

In many situations they are interchangeable. For smaller jobs not exceeding 90 mils thick, it’s easier to use the single component AVM System 500 (Aussie Membrane). For blind side waterproofing (Lagging), roof paver systems, roof gardens, and other large jobs such as vapor barriers, in-between slab waterproofing, large retaining walls and where thicknesses are 90 mils and above, or where a more heavy duty membrane is needed, use the AVM System 502 (Aussie II).

AVM System 500 (Aussie Membrane) is a vapor-proof, brown rubber/bitumen liquid emulsion with excellent adhesion, which dries to a tough, black seamless flexible waterproof membrane. The Aussie Membrane is a single component thixotropic cold-applied bitumen emulsion with added rubber latex. It exhibits excellent elongation and recovery properties.

AVM System 502 (Aussie II) is a vapor-proof, brown rubber/bitumen liquid emulsion with excellent adhesion, which dries to a tough, black seamless flexible waterproof membrane. The Aussie II is a thixotropic 2-component cold applied (sprayed on) bitumen emulsion with added rubber latex. It is heavy duty, extra tough, very elastic, very flexible and exhibits excellent elongation and recovery properties. Aussie II can be applied up to 180 mils per coat and to a total thickness exceeding 300 mils.

Waterproofing for Section 07 1800 Traffic Coatings (07185 - Traffic Membrane)

AVM Industries' System 650SF pedestrian deck coating system is designed for everyday use and is a 55 dry mils low odor solvent free, low odor, liquid applied, moisture cured, urethane waterproof system. As a solvent free coating, System 650SF meets the most restrictive VOC requirements, including Southern California's AQMD clean air requirements. System 650SF elastomeric decking system consists of an epoxy primer, two coats of a polyurethane basecoat and one or more coats of a polyurethane topcoat.

Under-Tile Waterproofing for Section 09 3000 Tiling (09300 - Tile)

AVM Industries makes two types of under-tile waterproofing: System 700 and System 750. Both exceed the ANSI A118.10 standard specified and are approved by the ICC Evaluation Service and the City of Los Angeles.

WHICH UNDER-TILE MEMBRANE TO CHOOSE?

For the most part, AVM Systems 700 and 750 are interchangeable. Both cost about the same and both have the same approvals. Both systems may be used as shower pan liners and both systems may be used as the "Primary Membrane" over living spaces. Both systems are designed to have tile, brick, slate, etc., installed directly over the membrane. If not sure, choose AVM System 750 - it is easier to install (no fabric reinforcement except corners and details). System 750 is also better suited for ponds, shower pans, and other continuously wet applications, where a non-breathable system might be preferred.

In contrast, AVM System 700 is UV resistant, breathable and fully reinforced and therefore better suited for heavy duty and outdoor applications, such as patios, decks, court-yards, roof-decks, etc., where it may form the primary membrane over living spaces.

For more information, contact:
Bill Dobbs General Manager
Email: bill@avmindustries.com
Cell Phone: 818-456-9737
AVM Industries, Inc.
8245 Remmet Ave
Canoga Park, CA 91304-4133
Tel: (888) 414-1041 (toll free)
Tel: (818) 888-0050
Fax: (818) 888-0030
Tech Support: sales@avmindustries.com