P.O.

Box 37724 Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Tel. : 04 – 3390600 Fax : 04 – 3395095
www.awazel.com
E-mail : infouae@awazelcompany.com
 Arabian Waterproofing Industries Co. Ltd

MATERIAL SUBMITTAL
AWAZEL DESERT SHIELD – 180
A 4MM THICK APP MODIFIED BITUMINOUS
WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE
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4 mm thick, APP modified bituminous membrane, reinforced with non woven polyester mat
Description
High Performance polymer (APP) modified
bituminous membrane, reinforced with
2
180 g/m non-woven polyester mat. The
polyester combines high tensile strength and
elongation. The specially used polymer
modifier has a great resistance to Ultra-
Violet radiation.
Features
• High flexibility at low temperature and
stability at high temperatures
• Durable and easy to apply
• Remarkable resistance to aggressive
attack of salts and chemicals
• High tensile strength and elongation
• Excellent tear and puncture resistance
Function
Used as single layer as tanking in
basments or for waterproofing of roofs.
A single layer followed by a layer of
mineral surfaced DS can be used for
exposed roofs.
Instructions for Application
The membrane can be installed fully
bonded or loose-laid by torch welding. The
substrate should be cleaned and primed
with AWAZEL PRIMER D 41 and allowed to
dry. Torching should be done by skilled
workers and should be controlled so that
only the PE film is melted and the asphalt
coating is softened sufficient to bond the
membrane. All lap joints should be
smoothed and sealed using a heated round-
nosed trowel. The heat of the gas flame
should be applied to the trowel. In loose-
laid applications, only the lap joints, areas
around penetrations (pipes etc.), upstands
and a 30 cm wide strip around the
perimeter of the work should be fully
bonded. Upstands and flashings should be
installed using 1 M wide pieces cut from the
length of the roll. (The overlap joints should
be 5 to 10 cm at the sides and 15 cm at the
end)
Coverage
1.12 m per layer for flat surfaces
Health & Safety
All safety measures should be taken during
application. Fire extinguishers should be
available on the site. Workers should wear
on personnel protective tools such as gloves
and goggles during application.
Packing
It is produced in rolls of 1 x 10 meters. The
rolls are palletized and shrink-wrapped.
Surfacing
Standard surfacing is fusible P.E. Film on
both sides. Different combination of to
surfacing are available upon request such
as sand, coloured minerals, etc…
Storage & Material Handling
The rolls should always be stored vertically
in a shaded area. Normally the pallets
should not be stacked one over the other.
However, if a wooden board is used in
between, two pallets may be stacked one
over the other.
 AWAZEL DESERT SHIELD 40-180
4 mm thick, APP modified bituminous membrane, reinforced with non woven polyester mat

TECHNICAL DATA

Properties Typical Results Test Method

ASTM D 5147
Roll Size, m 10 x 1 UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30
ASTM D 5147
Nominal Thickness, mm 4.0 UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30

Nominal Unit Weight, kg/m2 (Plain) 4.0 UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30

Nominal Unit Weight, kg/m2 (Mineral) 4.5 UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30

Carriers weight, g/m2 (polyester) 180 UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30

Coating Asphalt : Type APP Modified Asphalt
Softening Point (R&B), °C >150 ASTM D 36
Penetration at 25 °C, 0.1 mm 15 – 35 ASTM D 5

Tensile Strength, N/5cm : * ASTM D 5147

Longitudinal 750 UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30
Transversal 550
Elongation at Break , % : Longitudinal 40 ASTM D 5147
Transversal 40 UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30
Tear Resistance, N : Longitudinal 350 ASTM D 5147
Transversal 300 ASTM D 4073
Lap Joint Strength, N/5cm : Longitudinal >750 UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30 &
Transversal >550 27
ASTM D 5147
Cold Flexibility at –5°C No Cracking UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30
ASTM D 5147
Heat Resistance at 135 °C No Flowing UEAtc M.O.A.T. 30
Static: L4
Puncture Resistance (Not punched at 25 kg load) UEAtc M.O.A.T. 27
Dynamic : I3
(Not perforated at 8-12mm
indenter

Resistance to Aging after 2000 hours

(Accelerated Weathering Tester) No deterioration ASTM D 4799

Note : The above shown technical data are typical results obtained, to the best of our
knowledge, from our quality control records, extra details can be provided upon request
*. In accordance to the standard, a variation of 20 % is expected.

Dubai Office :Tel : +9714 – 3390600, Fax : +9714- 3395095, P.O. Box : 37724, Dubai - U.A.E., E-mail : awazel@eim.ae
Abu Dhabi Office : Tel : +9712 – 5548220. Fax : +9712 – 5548221, P.O. Box : 108483, Abu Dhabi U.A.E.
Factory : Tel : +9661 – 4981604, Fax : +9661 -4981707, P.O. Box : 2955, Riyadh 11461, K.S.A.
E-mail : info@awazel.com Website : www.awazel.com
 Arabian Waterproofing Industries Co. Ltd

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001 Certified Company

AWAZEL MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET - DS40-180

SECTION A – MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

Product’s Trade Name DS40-180

Product’s Scientific Bituminous Waterproofing Membranes

Name

4 mm thick, APP Modified Bituminous

Products Description Waterproofing Membrane reinforced with Non
Woven Polyester mat, surfaced with P.E Film on
both sides

SECTION B – INGREDIENTS & SPECIFICATIONS

Ingredient Name Specification

Carrier (Reinforcement) Non Woven Polyester mat

- Atactic Polypropylene (APP)
Asphalt Modifiers - Isotactic Polypropylene (IPP)
- Stabilizing Fillers

Surfacing Materials High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Film on both

sides

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SECTION C – PACKING & WEIGHT

The sheet shaped material is rolled into 1 meter

wide and 10 meters long roll. The rolls are
Packing Size wrapped and labeled with plastic tape and 23 rolls
are placed on a wooden pallet and shrink wrapped
with P.E. Bag.

Roll Weight 42 – 45 kg

SECTION D – APPEARANCE & COLOUR

Plain Black coloured flexible mat

SECTION E – STORAGE, LOADING & HANDLING

The rolls shall be kept vertically on wooden pallet

Storage and stored in shaded area in the original packing.
In the manufacturer warehouse the pallets are
kept on special racks in the warehouse having
lighting and ventilation.

Loading Pallets can be loaded by forklift. Individual rolls

can be carried manually as the rolls weighs below
55 kg. Can be loaded in normal shipping
temperature. Avoid area of excessive heat.

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 SECTION F – FIRE HAZARDS & FIRE EXTINGUISHING

No unusual fire hazard as all the major

Fire Hazards components are having high flash point (>300ºC)
The fire can be extinguished with chemical
powder, carbon dioxide or foam. Usage of water is
not recommended as water spray may cause
foaming which may result in violent fire. However
water can be used in certain cases, if used
carefully. Water spray can be effective, if foam
Fire Fighting Procedure blanket can be effectively used to help extinguish
the fire.

Wear self controlled breathing apparatus, and

protective clothing; dense black smoke will limit
visibility in enclosed areas.

Combustion Products CO, CO2, Hydrocarbon Particulate

SECTION G – HEALTH HAZARDS

Non dangerous and non toxic material. No known

Risk acute or chronic health hazard have been
attributed to exposures to these products
The asphaltic odors or vapors from this product
Medical conditions may irritate pre-existing upper respiratory or
aggravated petro-chemically sensitized conditions.
Extreme exposure of hot asphalt may result in
Effects of over irritation of eyes and nose and/or throat.
exposure
The hot asphalt can be irritant to the skin and
Acute Health Effects eyes. Vapors may irritate the upper respiratory
system.

Chronic Health Effects No chronic health effect have been observed.

Primary entry Route Inhalation and skin contact.

Target Organs Skin, eyes, respiratory system.

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SECTION H – FIRST AID AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

 Flush eyes with clean water to remove the foreign
Eyes particulates. If irritate persists consult a
physician
Wash exposed area with soap and warm water. In
Skin case of burning with hot asphalt pour cold water
on the affected area and take the victim to the
Physician to remove the asphalt by a suitable
solvent and to apply a burn ointment or further
treatment if necessary.

Inhalation Move from exposure to fresh area

Ingestion Not required normally

Goggles
Goggles or safety glasses with slide shield should
be worn during application of material and while
using hot asphalt.

Gloves
Personal Protection Recommended to use cotton hand gloves
during application
Boots/Shoe
Heavy soled safety shoe or boots are
recommended

Respiration
Due to fumes associated with product application,
respiratory protection (by wearing nose masks,
etc…) against organic vapours is recommended.

SECTION I – WORKPLACE AND PRECAUTIONS

If adequate natural ventilation is not available use

Workplace Ventilation mechanical ventilation.
If applying in a building having inhabitance, for
Precaution of building the protection of building inhabitants, make sure
inhabitants that the roof air intake ventilators should be shut
down to prevent fumes from entering the building
.
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SECTION J - CLEAN-UP AND WASTE DISPOSAL

Spill or leakage Sweep or scrap out the waste and debris

Waste Disposal Wastes generated during application and

demolition are not hazardous wastes; can be
discarded in municipal waste or as per local
regulations.

SECTION K– DECLARATION OF MANUFACTURER

The information given in this document is believed to be accurate to the

best of our knowledge and experience and providing good faith to
comply with the applicable specifications. However no warranty or
representation of law or act with respect to such information.

Control No. MSDS-03/2013

Issued on 05-11-2013
Revised on 20-02-2014

Approved Aboobacker
By MR&DD Supt.

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