Unique Synthetic Roofing Membrane Launched in SA

Synthetic Roofing Membrane: DERBIT launches VAEPLAN.

VAEPLAN launch with Derbit waterproofing torch on membranes

LEFT: Michael Crafford, Samantha Schutte, Carlize Jordaan, Harland Dix-Peek, Alan Clack, Alex Larsen

Derbit VAEPLAN launch at Christmas in July 2019

DERBIT, the waterproofing supplier with sustainable solutions to safeguard buildings from the elements of nature, launched VAEPLAN at the 2019 ‘Christmas in July’ event. Held at the Bontevlei Venue, Stellenbosch for the Winelands Built Environment Professionals group, the midyear event celebrates architects, quantity surveyors, and specifiers in the industry.

Derbit sponsored welcome drinks

Welcome Drinks Table sponsored by DERBIT

DERBIT, one of the sponsors at the function, welcomed attendees at their sponsored Welcome Drinks Table. 

DERBIT General Manager, Harland Dix-Peek put up quite a show at the forum. Demonstrating VAEPLAN applications and getting assistance from a guest in the front row, the two had the audience in fits of laughter and awe at the performance of this waterproofing system. Each company at the get-together put a product gift pack into a lucky draw. The recipient of the VAEPLAN goodies said, “this only adds to the extensive DERBIT Waterproofing range”.

VAEPLAN is a synthetic roofing membrane, Vinyl Ethyl Acetate. 

Derbit Sponsor prize

Sponsored gift prize

VAEPLAN and DERBIT membranes have a lifespan of  40 years. VAEPLAN is one product for all kinds of applications, it has reliable welding joints, anti-root, and is fire-safe. VAEPLAN allows for solvent, as well as heat welding on laps and joints, resulting in a monolithic (bonded into one) waterproofing system. No cold glueing is accepted. The simple and quick installation is a major benefit because it is fit for the capture and recycling of rainwater. The VAEPLAN roofing membranes can also be used for green roofs.

Multifunctional waterproofing for flat and inclined roofs, VAEPLAN is bonded with adhesive or mechanically fastened. This high-polymer, thermoplastic bitumen compatible VAE waterproofing membrane is lined with a laminated protection layer and synthetic polyester fleece.

DERBIT would like to thank Lizette Swanevelder from EcoSpecifier for the organisation and set up of the Christmas in July Event. DERBIT is pleased with the feedback and looks forward to participating again.