Modified Bitumen Insights

What is Modified Bitumen?

Modified bitumen is an asphalt-based roofing material, commonly used for low-slope or flat roofs. It's made by modifying asphalt with polymers like APP (Atactic Polypropylene) or SBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene) to enhance its flexibility, durability, and resistance to temperature changes. It's applied in multiple layers, often with heat or adhesives, and may include a granulated surface for added protection and aesthetics.

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What other technologies are related to Modified Bitumen?

Modified Bitumen Competitor Technologies

BUR

Built-Up Roofing (BUR) is another multi-layered roofing system using asphalt and reinforcing fabrics, making it a direct competitor to modified bitumen.

mentioned alongside Modified Bitumen in 22% (310) of relevant job posts

TPO

Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) is a single-ply roofing membrane that competes with modified bitumen in the commercial roofing market.

mentioned alongside Modified Bitumen in 14% (478) of relevant job posts

EPDM

EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) is a durable synthetic rubber roofing membrane, often used in low-slope buildings as a competitor to modified bitumen.

mentioned alongside Modified Bitumen in 6% (414) of relevant job posts

PVC

PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is a single-ply roofing membrane that directly competes with modified bitumen, particularly in commercial roofing applications.

mentioned alongside Modified Bitumen in 3% (461) of relevant job posts