GB2455586A - Lightweight roofing tile - Google Patents
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Abstract
The invention relates to lightweight roof tile 3 especially for low load bearing structures such as conservatories and the like. The roof tile comprises a structural insulating foam core 5 bonded between two GRP panels 3 and 4. The tiles may be used on new and existing similar low load bearing structures which cannot sustain the weight of a traditional tile roof. The external GRP panel 3 of the roof tile may be made to look like any natural or manmade product e.g. a clay or slate roof tile. The internal GRP panel 4 may also be made to look like any natural or manmade product e.g. a plastered ceiling. The tile may comprise an acoustic membrane 5 bonded to the insulation foam to reduce external noise such as rain. The tiles may be made to measure and use the existing conservatory glazing bars 1 and rubber seals 2 to hold the tiles in position. The glazing bars are subsequently capped (4 figure 5) with GRP mouldings to match the new roof finish.
Description
PRO nhIOR1v1 LIGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION
General description of the design solution
A lightweight and durable replacement roof solution designed specifically for low-load bearing structures such as conservatories and garden rooms fitted with a translucent potycarbonate or glass roof.
Reason for the new roofing system Many people have conservatories and similar low-load bearing structures installed with a translucent roof but rarely use the extra space because the rooms are either too hot in the summer or too cold in the winter.
Translucent polycarbonate and glass roofs are also difficult to keep clean therefore the natural build up of green and brown residue from nearby trees and other flora becomes unsightly.
Difficulties of reDlaCifla a conservatory or garden room roof with a normal tile or lead roof Under normal circumstances traditionally built UPVC (unplasticised polyvinyl chloride) conservatories and similar structures with low structural integrity can not structurally sustain the weight of a normal solid roof therefore only a replacement roof of a similar weight and design can be installed.
In addition to the weight, and a design which is compatible with the existing main structure, other factors must be taken into account, such as, durability, weather-proofing and thermal loss and gain qualities.
Typically conservatory and garden room roofs are made up of a number of sections with UPVC glazing bars and individual polycarbonate or glass sections fitted in between. These sections vary in shape and size from a standard rectangular shape to small triangular sections.
The polycarbonate or glass sections are held in place within the UPVC glazing bars with rubber seals which also provide the waterproofing detail.
Brief description of Proteiform's design solution / Statement of Invention To overcome the issues highlighted above Proteiform has developed a lightweight design solution encompassing two GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) panels with structural foam and, if preferred an acoustic membrane, sealed between them to provide insulation, impact strength and lateral strength.
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PROTijiOBJf LIGHTWFJGHF ROOFING SOLUTION Each GRP panel is designed and manufactured to coincide with the shape, size and thickness of the roof sections being replaced or installed new.
* The upper GRP sheet is profiled to create either a roof tile or lead effect finish.
* The lower GRP sheet has a smooth un-textured finish.
* The thickness of the encapsulated structural insulation foam will be subject to the thickness of the existing polycarbonate or glass roof system being replaced, or installed if a new conservatory, typically this will be between 18mm and 40mm thick.
The light weight qualities of GRP with its integral durability and strength, combined with the encapsulated structural insulation foam make the lightweight roofing solution ideal to use on structures with low structural integrity.
The sealed GRP roof panels are designed to fit within the existing UPVC glazing bars. New rubber seals would be fitted to ensure satisfactory waterproofing.
Design and finish variations associated with the upper GRP panel The external finish of the upper GRP panel can be made to match or replicate any natural or manmade product, such as lead, any type of roof tile or even a simple plain finish.
Please refer to diagrams / sketches 5/7. 6/7 & 7/7 on sheets 4/6, 5/6 & 6/6 To ensure the waterproofing detail is maintained, where the panels are installed within the rubber seals, the outer edges of each sealed GRP section is made dead flat. This is particularly important on a profiled finish such as a roof tile.
Please refer to diagrams / sketches 1/7. 2/7. 3/2 & 2/2 on Sheets 1/6, 2/6 & 3/6 Capoing detail To complete the external finish the existing, typically white, UPVC glazing bars are capped with a GRP mould to match the new roof finish installed.
Please refer to sketch 5/7 on Sheets 3/6 The underside or ceiling is typically finished in a plain white GRP finish creating a paneled, vaulted ceiling effect within the conservatory. However like the upper GRP panel, any finish or color can be produced.
PRO1iJiORM LIGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Benefits and commercial viability There are hundreds of thousands of existing conservatories with heat loss and gain problems as previously described, also many new conservatories would also benefit from a solid roof, either whole or part, therefore the market potential is enormous, A solid GRP roof produces a cooler room in the summer while offering better insulation and a warmer environment in the winter months.
Ideal in south facing situations or any situation with potential "heat problems" as the design eliminates the need for expensive roof blinds.
Customers can have a room, which can be used all year round -remaining cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Reducing the thermal loss will also help to protect the environment.
Turns a room, which is currently underused, into a room which will become a part of the main living space.
A solid roof provides a greater degree of privacy compared to a traditional conservatory roof.
Normal conservatory roofs are difficult to keep clean because they accumulate unsightly green and brown residue from nearby trees and other flora.
By transforming a conservatory with a more traditional solid roof will enhance the over-all appearance of the property and therefore potentially enhance the value of the home.
All roofs installed are inspected and approved by a local Building Regulations Engineer and a Building Inspection Certificate issued.
Reduces corrosion and maintenance costs due to the excellent property values of GRP.
No lightning protection required, no protection accessories or coatings, no sharp edges or burrs from cutting or drilling.
Ensures strong mechanical resistance with a lighter weight.
PRO'IUIORM LIGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Design and manufacturing principals The replacement GRP roof sections in terms of size, shape and texture are recreated by specialist pattern makers' From the timber pattern a GRP mould is produced and from that ultimately the GRP product is produced by the impregnation of glass fibre mat with a liquid polyester mix.
Hand Lay-up is the method used to create the GRP sheet finish by hand applying composite materials in successive layers on a tool or mould that defines the geometry.
Resins and surface gelcoats are Lloyds approved for marine applications.
All resins and surface gelcoats regardless of the ultimate location are designed for external use.
To provide insulation and to give rigidity to the components structural foam is encapsulated and sealed between the upper and lower GRP panels which has both impact strength and lateral strength.
GRP has a minimum life expectancy of 50 years.
Products comply with both British and European Standards and regulations
Design specification comply with:-
o BS3396 o BS EN 14118 o BS 3749 Hand Lay-up work comply with:-o BS3532 Ancillary materials not covered by British Standards o Def Stan 02-167 Antistatic product according to EN 5004 The thermal value at room temperature 1508301 = W/M.K 0.031 per cubic meter Cl-PRO 1ELiORM IJGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Initial design and method of installation Note: Because an existing translucent roof is being replaced with a solid roof it jjj require local authority "building regulation approval" and because of the change in the external appearance it y also require planning consent.
In such circumstances Proteiform will obtain all the necessary consents 1. Proteiform engineers will visit the site to take all relevant measurements of the conservatory to enable AutoCAD drawings to be produced.
2. Proteiform will liaise with the local authority over planning and building regulation approvals and make any necessary applications.
3. Upon receipt of any necessary local authority approvals; using the measurements taken at the initial design survey a pattern of each individual roof section will be recreated by specialist carpenters using the process and manufacturing criteria described previously.
4. When the manufacturing of each replacement panel is finished they will be transported to site where the installation team will carefully remove the existing roof panels and install the new GRP panels one at a time, replacing the old rubber seals as they do so.
5. The panels will then be sealed to ensure they are completely watertight and the capping detail installed over the existing window bars to match the roof finish.
6. The existing decorative roof crest found on the ridge of most conservatories can either be left in situ or replaced with a GRP ridge tile to match the roof finish.
7. Upon completion the old roof panels will be removed from site and disposed of in an environmentally friendly and approved manor.
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PRO'IELFORM IJGHTWETGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Diagrams & Sketches Key to Diagrams & Sketches Diagram / Sketch 1/7 1. Rubber seal 2. Profiled GRP (shown hatched in light grey for clarity) 3. Flat edge on all sides (shown hatched in dark grey for clarity) Diagram I Sketch 2/7 1. Structural insulation foam encapsulated between the two GRP panels (Shown hatched in black for clarity) 2. Profiled GRP upper panel (shown hatched in light grey for clanty) 3. The lower GRP panel can be finished in any colour or texture (shown with a thick black line for clarity) Note: For clarity the optional acoustic membrane is not shown Diagram / Sketch 3/7 1. UPVC glazing bars 2. Rubber seal 3. Profiled tile effect GRP with flat edges on all sides to ensure a watertight fit within the rubber edge seals (see also plan view, drawing 2/2) 4. The lower internal facing GRP panel can be finished in any texture or colour 5. Structural foam and acoustic membrane encapsulated and sealed within the upper and lower GRP panels Diagram / Sketch 4/7 1. Profiled GRP finish 2. Flat edge on all sides fitted within the rubber seals Diagram / Sketch 4/7 1. Sketch of a GRP Slate roof finish 2. Sketch of a standard translucent roof finish 3. Sketch of a GRP Lead roof finish 4. Sketch of the GRP capping detail installed over existing UPVC bars (0
PRO nhIOR1v1 LIGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION
General description of the design solution
A lightweight and durable replacement roof solution designed specifically for low-load bearing structures such as conservatories and garden rooms fitted with a translucent potycarbonate or glass roof.
Reason for the new roofing system Many people have conservatories and similar low-load bearing structures installed with a translucent roof but rarely use the extra space because the rooms are either too hot in the summer or too cold in the winter.
Translucent polycarbonate and glass roofs are also difficult to keep clean therefore the natural build up of green and brown residue from nearby trees and other flora becomes unsightly.
Difficulties of reDlaCifla a conservatory or garden room roof with a normal tile or lead roof Under normal circumstances traditionally built UPVC (unplasticised polyvinyl chloride) conservatories and similar structures with low structural integrity can not structurally sustain the weight of a normal solid roof therefore only a replacement roof of a similar weight and design can be installed.
In addition to the weight, and a design which is compatible with the existing main structure, other factors must be taken into account, such as, durability, weather-proofing and thermal loss and gain qualities.
Typically conservatory and garden room roofs are made up of a number of sections with UPVC glazing bars and individual polycarbonate or glass sections fitted in between. These sections vary in shape and size from a standard rectangular shape to small triangular sections.
The polycarbonate or glass sections are held in place within the UPVC glazing bars with rubber seals which also provide the waterproofing detail.
Brief description of Proteiform's design solution / Statement of Invention To overcome the issues highlighted above Proteiform has developed a lightweight design solution encompassing two GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) panels with structural foam and, if preferred an acoustic membrane, sealed between them to provide insulation, impact strength and lateral strength.
I
PROTijiOBJf LIGHTWFJGHF ROOFING SOLUTION Each GRP panel is designed and manufactured to coincide with the shape, size and thickness of the roof sections being replaced or installed new.
* The upper GRP sheet is profiled to create either a roof tile or lead effect finish.
* The lower GRP sheet has a smooth un-textured finish.
* The thickness of the encapsulated structural insulation foam will be subject to the thickness of the existing polycarbonate or glass roof system being replaced, or installed if a new conservatory, typically this will be between 18mm and 40mm thick.
The light weight qualities of GRP with its integral durability and strength, combined with the encapsulated structural insulation foam make the lightweight roofing solution ideal to use on structures with low structural integrity.
The sealed GRP roof panels are designed to fit within the existing UPVC glazing bars. New rubber seals would be fitted to ensure satisfactory waterproofing.
Design and finish variations associated with the upper GRP panel The external finish of the upper GRP panel can be made to match or replicate any natural or manmade product, such as lead, any type of roof tile or even a simple plain finish.
Please refer to diagrams / sketches 5/7. 6/7 & 7/7 on sheets 4/6, 5/6 & 6/6 To ensure the waterproofing detail is maintained, where the panels are installed within the rubber seals, the outer edges of each sealed GRP section is made dead flat. This is particularly important on a profiled finish such as a roof tile.
Please refer to diagrams / sketches 1/7. 2/7. 3/2 & 2/2 on Sheets 1/6, 2/6 & 3/6 Capoing detail To complete the external finish the existing, typically white, UPVC glazing bars are capped with a GRP mould to match the new roof finish installed.
Please refer to sketch 5/7 on Sheets 3/6 The underside or ceiling is typically finished in a plain white GRP finish creating a paneled, vaulted ceiling effect within the conservatory. However like the upper GRP panel, any finish or color can be produced.
PRO1iJiORM LIGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Benefits and commercial viability There are hundreds of thousands of existing conservatories with heat loss and gain problems as previously described, also many new conservatories would also benefit from a solid roof, either whole or part, therefore the market potential is enormous, A solid GRP roof produces a cooler room in the summer while offering better insulation and a warmer environment in the winter months.
Ideal in south facing situations or any situation with potential "heat problems" as the design eliminates the need for expensive roof blinds.
Customers can have a room, which can be used all year round -remaining cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Reducing the thermal loss will also help to protect the environment.
Turns a room, which is currently underused, into a room which will become a part of the main living space.
A solid roof provides a greater degree of privacy compared to a traditional conservatory roof.
Normal conservatory roofs are difficult to keep clean because they accumulate unsightly green and brown residue from nearby trees and other flora.
By transforming a conservatory with a more traditional solid roof will enhance the over-all appearance of the property and therefore potentially enhance the value of the home.
All roofs installed are inspected and approved by a local Building Regulations Engineer and a Building Inspection Certificate issued.
Reduces corrosion and maintenance costs due to the excellent property values of GRP.
No lightning protection required, no protection accessories or coatings, no sharp edges or burrs from cutting or drilling.
Ensures strong mechanical resistance with a lighter weight.
PRO'IUIORM LIGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Design and manufacturing principals The replacement GRP roof sections in terms of size, shape and texture are recreated by specialist pattern makers' From the timber pattern a GRP mould is produced and from that ultimately the GRP product is produced by the impregnation of glass fibre mat with a liquid polyester mix.
Hand Lay-up is the method used to create the GRP sheet finish by hand applying composite materials in successive layers on a tool or mould that defines the geometry.
Resins and surface gelcoats are Lloyds approved for marine applications.
All resins and surface gelcoats regardless of the ultimate location are designed for external use.
To provide insulation and to give rigidity to the components structural foam is encapsulated and sealed between the upper and lower GRP panels which has both impact strength and lateral strength.
GRP has a minimum life expectancy of 50 years.
Products comply with both British and European Standards and regulations
Design specification comply with:-
o BS3396 o BS EN 14118 o BS 3749 Hand Lay-up work comply with:-o BS3532 Ancillary materials not covered by British Standards o Def Stan 02-167 Antistatic product according to EN 5004 The thermal value at room temperature 1508301 = W/M.K 0.031 per cubic meter Cl-PRO 1ELiORM IJGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Initial design and method of installation Note: Because an existing translucent roof is being replaced with a solid roof it jjj require local authority "building regulation approval" and because of the change in the external appearance it y also require planning consent.
In such circumstances Proteiform will obtain all the necessary consents 1. Proteiform engineers will visit the site to take all relevant measurements of the conservatory to enable AutoCAD drawings to be produced.
2. Proteiform will liaise with the local authority over planning and building regulation approvals and make any necessary applications.
3. Upon receipt of any necessary local authority approvals; using the measurements taken at the initial design survey a pattern of each individual roof section will be recreated by specialist carpenters using the process and manufacturing criteria described previously.
4. When the manufacturing of each replacement panel is finished they will be transported to site where the installation team will carefully remove the existing roof panels and install the new GRP panels one at a time, replacing the old rubber seals as they do so.
5. The panels will then be sealed to ensure they are completely watertight and the capping detail installed over the existing window bars to match the roof finish.
6. The existing decorative roof crest found on the ridge of most conservatories can either be left in situ or replaced with a GRP ridge tile to match the roof finish.
7. Upon completion the old roof panels will be removed from site and disposed of in an environmentally friendly and approved manor.
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PRO'IELFORM IJGHTWETGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Diagrams & Sketches Key to Diagrams & Sketches Diagram / Sketch 1/7 1. Rubber seal 2. Profiled GRP (shown hatched in light grey for clarity) 3. Flat edge on all sides (shown hatched in dark grey for clarity) Diagram I Sketch 2/7 1. Structural insulation foam encapsulated between the two GRP panels (Shown hatched in black for clarity) 2. Profiled GRP upper panel (shown hatched in light grey for clanty) 3. The lower GRP panel can be finished in any colour or texture (shown with a thick black line for clarity) Note: For clarity the optional acoustic membrane is not shown Diagram / Sketch 3/7 1. UPVC glazing bars 2. Rubber seal 3. Profiled tile effect GRP with flat edges on all sides to ensure a watertight fit within the rubber edge seals (see also plan view, drawing 2/2) 4. The lower internal facing GRP panel can be finished in any texture or colour 5. Structural foam and acoustic membrane encapsulated and sealed within the upper and lower GRP panels Diagram / Sketch 4/7 1. Profiled GRP finish 2. Flat edge on all sides fitted within the rubber seals Diagram / Sketch 4/7 1. Sketch of a GRP Slate roof finish 2. Sketch of a standard translucent roof finish 3. Sketch of a GRP Lead roof finish 4. Sketch of the GRP capping detail installed over existing UPVC bars (0
Claims (10)
- PROmUORM lIGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Claims 1. A lightweight imitation roof tile or lead roofing solution comprising of structural Insulating foam bonded within two GRP panels which can be used on new and existing conservatories, and similar low-load bearing structures which can not sustain the weight of a traditional tile or similar roof.
- 2. A lightweight roofing solution according to claim 1, encompassing an external GRP facing panel which can be made to look like any natural or manmade product such as real clay or slate roof tiles or lead.
- 3. A lightweight roofing solution encompassing according to claim 1, an internal facing panel which can be made to look like any natural or manmade product such as a plastered finished ceiling.
- 4. A lightweight roofing design according to claim 1, encompassing structural insulation foam within one complete bonded roofing panel.
- 5. A lightweight roofing design which can also encompass an acoustic membrane bonded to the insulation foam to reduce external noise such as rain.
- 6. A lightweight roofing design according to any of the preceding claims, with built-in impact strength and lateral strength and long-term durability.
- 7. A lightweight roofing design which, according to any of the preceding claims, in terms of size, thickness and finish, can be adapted and manufactured to suit any location.
- 8. According to any of the preceding claims, the light weight qualities of the roofing design combined with its integral durability and strength, with the benefit of the built-in insulation, and if installed an acoustic membrane, make it ideal to use on structures with low structural integrity such as UPVC conservatories and similar structures.
- 9. A lightweight roofing solution according to claims 4 and 5, with thermal loss and gain reduction qualities and if wanted a means of further reducing external noises.
- 10. According to any of the preceding claims, a design solution which brings together known and proven individual products into one lightweight roofing solution.10. According to any of the preceding claims, a design solution which brings together known and proven individual products into one lightweight roofing solution.PROmUORM lIGHTWEIGHT ROOFING SOLUTION Claims 1. A lightweight imitation roof tile or lead roofing solution comprising of structural Insulating foam bonded within two GRP panels which can be used on new and existing conservatories, and similar low-load bearing structures which can not sustain the weight of a traditional tile or similar roof.2. A lightweight roofing solution according to claim 1, encompassing an external GRP facing panel which can be made to look like any natural or manmade product such as real clay or slate roof tiles or lead.3. A lightweight roofing solution encompassing according to claim 1, an internal facing panel which can be made to look like any natural or manmade product such as a plastered finished ceiling.4. A lightweight roofing design according to claim 1, encompassing structural insulation foam within one complete bonded roofing panel.5. A lightweight roofing design which can also encompass an acoustic membrane bonded to the insulation foam to reduce external noise such as rain.6. A lightweight roofing design according to any of the preceding claims, with built-in impact strength and lateral strength and long-term durability.7. A lightweight roofing design which, according to any of the preceding claims, in terms of size, thickness and finish, can be adapted and manufactured to suit any location.8. According to any of the preceding claims, the light weight qualities of the roofing design combined with its integral durability and strength, with the benefit of the built-in insulation, and if installed an acoustic membrane, make it ideal to use on structures with low structural integrity such as UPVC conservatories and similar structures.9. A lightweight roofing solution according to claims 4 and 5, with thermal loss and gain reduction qualities and if wanted a means of further reducing external noises.
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