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Product Data Sheet
EverGuard^®PVC
EGSR™- 40 Membrane

GAF EverGuard ® EGSR^TM-40 thermoplastic PVC copolymer single-ply membrane systems have been engineered to provide premium performance at a very cost-effective price. Strong, flexible, durable EverGuard EGSR-40 membrane is suitable for use in all types of single-ply systems:

• Mechanically Attached
• Ballast Applied
• Fully Adhered
• Paver Adhered

Compared to typical single-ply EPDM, PVC and TPO membranes, GAF EverGuard EGSR-40 roofing membrane provides the benefits of all three materials in a single membrane:

System Type

Main Benefits

EverGuard PVC Membrane

EPDM	Low Installed Cost	Yes
PVC	Heat Welded Seams, White Reflective Color	Yes
TPO	No Liquid Plasticizers	Yes

Additional features and benefits of GAF EverGuard EGSR-40 roofing membrane include:

Consistent sheet thickness • Compares favorably to typical TPO membranes that are significantly thinner between scrim reinforcement.

Formulated with DuPont Elvaloy solid polymer • Compares favorably to typical PVC membranes that are formulated with liquid plasticizers and require a thicker sheet to function as a plasticizer reservoir.

Competitive 78" wide membrane sheets • Wider sheets allow faster roof system installation particularly when compared to "tab-type" systems that provide a securement tab every 50"-60".

Resistant to chemicals, oils and grease • Allows installation on industrial applications, restaurants, etc. where chemical, oil and grease contamination would deteriorate typical PVC and EPDM membranes.*

Heat-welded seams • Heat-welded seams provide superior tensile and peel strength as well as superior long-term performance when compared to taped or glued EPDM membrane seams.

Non-wicking polyester scrim reinforcement • Non-wicking heat-stabilized polyester scrim reinforcement eliminates the need for seam sealants required by other PVC and TPO membrane systems.

Standard reflective white color • Energy-efficient white membrane reflects significantly more solar radiation than do typical black EPDM membranes, reducing heat load. Also available in a light gray color.

Superior tear and puncture resistance • Tear and puncture resistance is superior to that of typical unreinforced EPDM membranes, comparable to the performance of thicker TPO and PVC membranes.

FM/UL approvals • Competitive FM/UL roof system approvals are available for installation over both noncombustible and combustible roof decks.

Single-source responsibility • All materials, including membrane, flashing, insulation, fasteners, and accessories, are included in standard guarantee coverage, both NDL and Dollar Per Square guarantees.

Proven performance • In-field installations in all regions of the U.S. dating back 10 years.

*Damage resulting from oil, grease, or chemicals is not covered under EverGuard guarantee or limited warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Data Sheet
EverGuard^®PVC
EGSR™- 40 Membrane

Physical Properties ASTM Test Method ASTM Draft Standard
Proposed Minimum EverGuard Test Data

1. Certain data is provided in MD (machine direction) x CMD (cross machine direction) format.
2. Data is based upon typical product performance, and is subject to normal manufacturing tolerance and variance

Nominal Thickness ASTM D-751 0.045" 0.040"

Breaking Strength ASTM D-751 Grab Method 200 lbf/in. 314 lbf x 296 lbf

Seam Strength ASTM D-638 75 % of Breaking Strength >95% (membrane failure)

Elongation at Break ASTM D-751 15% 25% x 25%

Heat Aging ASTM D-3045 90% Retention of Breaking Strength and Elongation at Break >95%
(no significant change)

Tear Strength ASTM D-751 8" x 8" Sample 45 lbf 161 lbf x 148 lbf

Puncture Resistance FTM 101B Method 2031 Not Established 274 lbs.

Low Temperature Bend ASTM D-2136 -40° F -40° F

Permeance ASTM E-96 Not Established 0.003 Perms

Dimensional Change ASTM D-1204 @ 212° F, 1 hrs. 0.5% (max.) 0.5%

Water Absorption ASTM D-750 @158° F, 1 week ⁺/-3% (max.) 1.4%

Hydrostatic Resistance ASTM D-751Method D Not Established 400 psi

Ozone Resistance ASTM D-1149 Not Established No visible deterioration @ 7 x magnification

Accelerated Weathering ASTM G-53
UV-B, 8hr. @70° C
condensate. 4 hr. @50° C
5,000 hrs. exposure No visible deterioration @ 7 x magnification No visible deterioration @ 7 x magnification

Accelerated Weathering ASTM E-838 EMMAQUA,
2.7 million Langleys Not Established No visible deterioration @ 7 x magnification

Shipping, Packaging and Handling Information

Roll Size Note: Product sizes, dimensions, and widths are nominal values and are subject to normal manufacturing/packaging tolerance and variation

Product Full Roll Size Full Roll Weight Half Roll Size Half Roll Weight

EGSR-40 78" x 108'
(702 sq.ft.) 210 lbs. 39" x 108'
(351 sq.ft.) 105 lbs.

Packaging Note: Membrane rolls shipped horizontally on pallets. Stacked pyramid-style and banded

Product Full Rolls
Per Pallet Full Roll
Pallet Weight Half Rolls
Per Pallet Half Roll
Pallet Weight

EGSR-40 15 3150 lbs. 30 3150 lbs.

Storage Store rolls on their sides on pallets or shelving in a dry area

Installation Tips Membrane rolls are heavy, and are best positioned and installed by at least two men

Consistent sheet thickness	• Compares favorably to typical TPO membranes that are significantly thinner between scrim reinforcement.
Formulated with DuPont Elvaloy solid polymer	• Compares favorably to typical PVC membranes that are formulated with liquid plasticizers and require a thicker sheet to function as a plasticizer reservoir.
Competitive 78" wide membrane sheets	• Wider sheets allow faster roof system installation particularly when compared to "tab-type" systems that provide a securement tab every 50"-60".
Resistant to chemicals, oils and grease	• Allows installation on industrial applications, restaurants, etc. where chemical, oil and grease contamination would deteriorate typical PVC and EPDM membranes.*
Heat-welded seams	• Heat-welded seams provide superior tensile and peel strength as well as superior long-term performance when compared to taped or glued EPDM membrane seams.
Non-wicking polyester scrim reinforcement	• Non-wicking heat-stabilized polyester scrim reinforcement eliminates the need for seam sealants required by other PVC and TPO membrane systems.
Standard reflective white color	• Energy-efficient white membrane reflects significantly more solar radiation than do typical black EPDM membranes, reducing heat load. Also available in a light gray color.
Superior tear and puncture resistance	• Tear and puncture resistance is superior to that of typical unreinforced EPDM membranes, comparable to the performance of thicker TPO and PVC membranes.
FM/UL approvals	• Competitive FM/UL roof system approvals are available for installation over both noncombustible and combustible roof decks.
Single-source responsibility	• All materials, including membrane, flashing, insulation, fasteners, and accessories, are included in standard guarantee coverage, both NDL and Dollar Per Square guarantees.
Proven performance	• In-field installations in all regions of the U.S. dating back 10 years.

Nominal Thickness	ASTM D-751	0.045"	0.040"
Breaking Strength	ASTM D-751 Grab Method	200 lbf/in.	314 lbf x 296 lbf
Seam Strength	ASTM D-638	75 % of Breaking Strength	>95% (membrane failure)
Elongation at Break	ASTM D-751	15%	25% x 25%
Heat Aging	ASTM D-3045	90% Retention of Breaking Strength and Elongation at Break	>95% (no significant change)
Tear Strength	ASTM D-751 8" x 8" Sample	45 lbf	161 lbf x 148 lbf
Puncture Resistance	FTM 101B Method 2031	Not Established	274 lbs.
Low Temperature Bend	ASTM D-2136	-40° F	-40° F
Permeance	ASTM E-96	Not Established	0.003 Perms
Dimensional Change	ASTM D-1204 @ 212° F, 1 hrs.	0.5% (max.)	0.5%
Water Absorption	ASTM D-750 @158° F, 1 week	⁺/-3% (max.)	1.4%
Hydrostatic Resistance	ASTM D-751Method D	Not Established	400 psi
Ozone Resistance	ASTM D-1149	Not Established	No visible deterioration @ 7 x magnification
Accelerated Weathering	ASTM G-53 UV-B, 8hr. @70° C condensate. 4 hr. @50° C 5,000 hrs. exposure	No visible deterioration @ 7 x magnification	No visible deterioration @ 7 x magnification
Accelerated Weathering	ASTM E-838 EMMAQUA, 2.7 million Langleys	Not Established	No visible deterioration @ 7 x magnification

Roll Size	Note: Product sizes, dimensions, and widths are nominal values and are subject to normal manufacturing/packaging tolerance and variation
	Product	Full Roll Size	Full Roll Weight	Half Roll Size	Half Roll Weight
	EGSR-40	78" x 108' (702 sq.ft.)	210 lbs.	39" x 108' (351 sq.ft.)	105 lbs.
Packaging	Note: Membrane rolls shipped horizontally on pallets. Stacked pyramid-style and banded
	Product	Full Rolls Per Pallet	Full Roll Pallet Weight	Half Rolls Per Pallet	Half Roll Pallet Weight
	EGSR-40	15	3150 lbs.	30	3150 lbs.
Storage	Store rolls on their sides on pallets or shelving in a dry area
Installation Tips	Membrane rolls are heavy, and are best positioned and installed by at least two men