Friday, August 24, 2007
Metal Pitch Pans VS. M-CURB System
At Tri-County Roofing we're always striving to stay ahead of the game. We want to use the materials and technology that will allow us to offer our clients a roofing system that will be the most resilient to South Florida's challenging tropical environment.
One of the greatest challenges has always been the small roof (flat roofing) penetrations.
Air conditioning stands and electrical lines in particular. For years the typical pitch pan enclosure was a simple metal square filled with asphalt. Unfortunately Florida's climate has proven too much for this type of pitch pan. They would require continual maintenance.

Fortunately a much better product has been brought to market.
The GAF M-Curb system is a much improved roof penetration enclosure system.
In the diagram below you'll see the details on exactly how the system works.

(Click on image to enlarge)

1A. 7" M-Curb
2A. M-Thane Part A (Resin)
3A. M-Thane Part B (Hardner) - When part A and B of the M-Thane is mixed properly it cures as a tough, waterproof rubber mass with a excellent adhesion and low temperature flexibility. The sealant forms a 2" deep rubber seal.
4A. M-Bond Urethane Adhesive - This compound sets rapidly and is used to
bond the M-Curb components firmly in place to the roof surface.
5A. Mock Up of a completed M-Curb
6A. 5" M-Curb
The M-Curb system also comes with straight extension pieces (6" and 12") in order to encapsulate a larger area.
(See Figure 1B below)

Overall the M-Curb system allows for a quicker more efficient installation and greatly increased
durability and longevity.
If you have any questions regarding your roofing system don't hesitate to contact us immediately. Tri-County Roofing Inc. is a licensed & insured South Florida roofing contractor.
One of the greatest challenges has always been the small roof (flat roofing) penetrations.
Air conditioning stands and electrical lines in particular. For years the typical pitch pan enclosure was a simple metal square filled with asphalt. Unfortunately Florida's climate has proven too much for this type of pitch pan. They would require continual maintenance.

Fortunately a much better product has been brought to market.
The GAF M-Curb system is a much improved roof penetration enclosure system.
In the diagram below you'll see the details on exactly how the system works.

(Click on image to enlarge)

1A. 7" M-Curb
2A. M-Thane Part A (Resin)
3A. M-Thane Part B (Hardner) - When part A and B of the M-Thane is mixed properly it cures as a tough, waterproof rubber mass with a excellent adhesion and low temperature flexibility. The sealant forms a 2" deep rubber seal.
4A. M-Bond Urethane Adhesive - This compound sets rapidly and is used to
bond the M-Curb components firmly in place to the roof surface.
5A. Mock Up of a completed M-Curb
6A. 5" M-Curb
The M-Curb system also comes with straight extension pieces (6" and 12") in order to encapsulate a larger area.
(See Figure 1B below)

Overall the M-Curb system allows for a quicker more efficient installation and greatly increased
durability and longevity.
If you have any questions regarding your roofing system don't hesitate to contact us immediately. Tri-County Roofing Inc. is a licensed & insured South Florida roofing contractor.
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