Materials:Carlisle Intensive Roof Garden System

Division C - Accepted Materials
Group - Vegetated Roof Systems

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Carlisle Intensive Roof Garden System
by Carlisle SynTec Systems Canada

System/Material Acceptance and Product Details The information published in the RCABC Roofing Practices Manual and offered below does NOT represent a complete set of the manufacturer’s data or specifications, nor is this system and its various materials recommended or endorsed by the Guarantor. The preparation of a detailed specification is the responsibility of the Design Authority.

Vegetated Roof System Manufacturer Carlisle SynTec Systems Canada Accepted for the RoofStar Guarantee Program October 25, 2024 Accepted for application in Vegetated Roof Systems Acceptance Criteria Refer to the RGC Standard for Vegetated Roofs System Summary Carlisle Intensive Roof Garden System, often referred to as a "deep" green roof, is a built-in-place system with a growth media depth starting at 20.3 cm (8 in) and beyond. These systems are typically installed over concrete roof decks due to their substantial weight. Intensive green roofs offer nearly limitless possibilities for plant selection and can be engineered to retain significant amounts of stormwater, tailored to the project's needs. Given the greater depth and diverse vegetation options, these systems require a heat-welded root barrier to protect the roof membrane, are the heaviest green roof type, and demand rigorous maintenance, often including a permanently installed irrigation system (Adapted from the manufacturer's summary. See the link at right to the manufacturer's online resources page for more information) Manufacturer online resources Roof Garden Systems System Type Intensive System Depth min. 235 mm (9-1/4") to max. established by the design Growing Media Depth min. 203.2 mm (8") to max. established by the design Vegetation Profile as specified by the Design Authority/Green Roof Design Professional (See Conditions and Limitations below) Suitable climate zones conditional on the specified vegetation profile (refer to the Design Authority/Green Roof Design Professional) System Components* In the usual order, from top to bottom; click on link for Technical Data Sheet (TDS) Intensive Growth Media MiraDRAIN G4 Roof Garden Aluminum Edge Roof Garden Aluminum Drain Box XPS Insulation by roofing Contractor (Refer to the RGC Standard for Vegetated Roofs) Root Barrier 300HV Protection Fabric Waterproofing Roof Assembly (membrane) by roofing Contractor †Guarantor's Notes Systems labeled "Inverted" are designed for a protected membrane roof assembly, also known as an inverted roof assembly. While Semi-intensive and Intensive vegetated roof systems are limited to only protected membrane roofs (See the Sentence 1.1.3.2.(5) in the "RGC Standard for Vegetated Roofs"), some vegetated roof system manufacturers offer their systems for conventionally insulated roofs. To request a written Variance to the published limitation, follow the requirements in Article 1.1.3.6.. *Conditions and Limitations Note that system thickness is dependent upon the selection of components, which is determined (in part) by design parameters, including hydrological requirements. Consult with the vegetated roof system manufacturer for options and saturated system weight. Also note that vegetation coverage under the RoofStar Vegetated Roof Guarantee applies only to extensive systems planted with mats or trays - see Part 3 of Division A for more about coverage.

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