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Equus Soprema Duo Roof & Deck Membrane
Description

The Equus Soprema Duo Roof & Deck Membrane System is a torch applied waterproofing membrane system consisting of two layers of modified bitumen membrane to provide a superior waterproofing system that is both UV resistant and flexible.

Duo provides a superior quality, fire retardant membrane with over 90 years proven performance worldwide are designed for use on exposed architectural flat roofs, podium decks, balconies, and terraces. The Duo system is CodeMark certified and BRANZ Appraised.

With a range of base sheets and cap sheets designed for different building requirements, Duo provides a customisable waterproofing solution that can be installed over a range of substrates to form a cold roof system in any area of the country, and is suitable for residential and commercial projects.

Key Features
  • Fire retardant membrane
  • Over 90 years proven performance worldwide
  • BRANZ appraised and CodeMark certified
  • 20 year warranty additional 20 year insurance backed manufacturer warranty
  • A high-tech, slate chip surface offering strong UV resistance and a tidy, aesthetic finish
  • Excellent durability and easy maintenance
  • Life expectancy of at least 35 years in all New Zealand climates
  • Warm Roof and Green Roof systems available — see Equus Soprema Duotherm

Equus Soprema Technical Support

  • Project specific specifications and details
  • Condensation risk analysis for warm roof systems
  • Wind uplift study for warm roof system
  • On-site quality assurance
  • Nationwide network of Certified Applicators
  • Warranties available
Scope of Use

Duo is specifically designed for roofs, decks, balconies, terraces and podiums. It is suitable for new builds and refurbishments, residential and commercial construction, in any location and wind zone in New Zealand. 

Soprema Duo Roof and Deck Membrane Systems have been appraised as roof and deck waterproofing membranes on buildings within the following scope:

  • the scope limitations of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1; or,
  • the scope limitations of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1 with regard to building height and floor plan area when subject to specific structural design; and,
  • situated in NZS 3604 Wind Zones up to, and including, Extra High.

Approved for substrate with finished falls of:

  • Roofs: Minimum 1:80 (0.7°)
  • Decks: Minimum 1:80 (0.7°)
  • Gutters: Minimum 1:100 (1%)

See BRANZ Appraisal 685 and CodeMark for full information.

Limitations on Use

In areas of regular foot traffic, higher than for normal maintenance traffic, the membrane must be overlaid with Fixplus pedestals and pavers or decking, Kraitec Step walkway tiles or other approved protection.

The product must be installed by a Certified Equus Applicator.

See BRANZ Appraisal 685 for full information.

Statement of Building Code Compliance

In the opinion of BRANZ, Soprema Duo Roof and Deck Membrane Systems, if designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with the statements and conditions of Appraisal 685, will meet the following provisions of the NZBC:

  • Clause B2 DURABILITY: Performance B2.3.1 (b) 15 years.
  • Clause E2 EXTERNAL MOISTURE: Performance E2.3.1 and E2.3.2. 
  • Clause F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS: Performance F2.3.1

See BRANZ Appraisal 685 for full information.

In-Service History

This system has over 20 years proven performance in NZ, over 90 years worldwide designed for use on exposed architectural flat roofs, podium decks, balconies, and terraces.

Other Performance Attributes
  • Warranty 20 years (25 years available) with the correct specification and installed by an Equus Certified Applicator
  • Additional 20 years insurance-back manufacturer warranty
  • Life expectancy of at least 35 years in all New Zealand climates
  • Easy to maintain
  • Fire retardant membrane, strong UV resistance, and shrink-free
BRANZ Appraised
BRANZ Appraised
CodeMark
CodeMark
Documents
Product Statement: Equus Soprema Duo Roof & Deck Membrane

2025

Equus Document Library
BRANZ Appraisal 685: Soprema Duo

No. 685 [2021] amended 2023

CodeMark Certificate: Soprema Waterproofing Membrane Systems

CMNZ70151 2023

Equus Industries Ltd provide technical waterproofing, tanking, coating and flooring solutions for architects, engineers, property managers and contractors in the building industry.

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