Sealant System and Methods of Use and Manufacture

Abstract

A roof sealing system method of manufacture and method of application comprising three parts: a caulk gap filler, a mastic, and a top coating. All three components combine to create a singular sealed membrane when applied to a roof surface. The roof sealing system utilizes inert polyethylene fibers in a liquid silicone polymer.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention generally pertains to the field of sealants, and more particularly roofing sealants and waterproofing. More specifically, this invention relates to a fiber-infused caulk, mastic, and coating, as well as a system and method for manufacture and application. While the caulk layer, mastic layer, and coating layer work as a system in this embodiment, one of ordinary skill in the art would understand they can be used individually as well.[0002]Membrane roofing systems typically involve applying large pieces of a synthetic rubber, thermoplastic or modified bitumen material onto an underlying roofing structure, such as plywood, and bonding or heat sealing seams together to form a continuous and coherent membrane structure that prevents water from penetrating the membrane and underlying structures. Membrane roofing differs from asphalt and gravel roofing or shingle roofing in that it creates a single bonded membrane structure.[0003]Synthetic ru...

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Benefits of technology

This patent describes a roofing system that creates a seamless, watertight membrane on the roof surface. The system consists of three components: roof caulk for filling gaps and sealing penetrations, roof mastic for coating the caulked areas, and a roof coating for sealing the entire roof. The mastic creates a smooth surface for the coating to adhere to, and the coating forms a watertight barrier that requires no maintenance after installation. The three components can be applied in series or simultaneously, and they may require different viscosities depending on the length of the fibers or the addition of a solvent. The system is suitable for both existing membrane roofs and roof decking, and it can be applied using a roller, brush, or spray. The use of fibers in the resin eliminates the need for a fabric reinforcing layer, and the lower viscosity of the mastic allows for complete adherence to the roof surface without additional adhesives.

Problems solved by technology

This results in seams where the rubber sheeting is bonded together, creating weak points where water leakage can occur.

Similar to synthetic rubber, this process creates seams which are prone to water leakage.

This creates seams which are prone to leakage, and heating the asphalt releases chemicals.

The downside of the existing membrane options is that they must have holes cut in them for vents and pipes, which must then be sealed with mastic, fabric, or asphalt to prevent water infiltration.

The three membrane roofing material types do not create an effective seamless barrier, as the seams can be weaker than the material itself.

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