Featuring a fully self-adhesive backing, Proshield® eliminates the need for primers or mechanical fixings. This makes installation faster and simpler while creating a strong airtight envelope across walls, floors and roofs.
Proshield® empowers architects to achieve airtightness in modular and high-rise construction simply and effectively. This brand-new membrane weighs 270 g/m². One of its key characteristics is its three-layer structure, featuring an adhesive coating on one side and a silicone-coated PET release liner.
Proshield® stands out from conventional membranes by eliminating the need for primers or additional fixes. It adheres seamlessly to a variety of substrates, including OSB, steel, gypsum board, concrete, aluminium and wood. This adaptability makes Proshield® ideal for use in offsite and high-rise construction. It combines straightforward installation with high tensile strength and makes a significant contribution to a building’s overall performance and longevity.
Don & Low’s new self-adhesive membrane comes in a distinctive bright blue colour and has a printed grid design for easy cutting and alignment to further simplify the installation process. It is also supplied with matching Proshield® tapes and corners in a variety of widths, which are designed for use around openings such as windows, doors and corners to prevent air leakage.
Proshield® adds an extra barrier against moisture penetration, ensuring the building’s long-term durability, which is particularly important when dealing with the elements during construction phases. Placed on the outside of a structure, Proshield® acts as a water-resistant and airtight barrier, whilst still allowing water vapour to escape. Using Proshield® lessens the risk of condensation, mould development and structural damage. It improves thermal performance as well, especially when used in conjunction with Don & Low’s reflective membranes.
Proshield® is engineered to meet all necessary safety standards, carrying a Class W1 rating for water penetration. When adhered to an appropriate substrate, the membrane achieves a Class B-s1, d0 fire resistance rating, surpassing the mandates of current regulations and providing essential fire protection for modular and high-rise builds.
Proshield® is already undergoing BBA certification, reinforcing Don & Low’s commitment to compliance and industry standards. It will also come with an EPD, presenting unbiased, standardised and independently verified information on the membrane’s environmental impact throughout its entire lifecycle.
To learn more about Proshield® and the Don & Low building envelope, call 0808 169 4444 or email membranes@donlow.co.uk.