Get the Job Done Faster with JM’s New EPDM FIT SA (Even in the Cold)

At Johns Manville, we know time matters when it comes to a roofing job going right. So, too, do temperatures. Our new JM EPDM FIT SA allows contractors to make the most of both.

The new self-adhered solution offers installation times that are up to three times faster than traditionally adhered membranes, and it can be installed in temperatures as low as 20° Fahrenheit.

Plus, JM EPDM FIT SA’s factory inseam tape means it can be installed without adhesives — and the VOCs they contain — making it a great choice for hospitals, schools and any occupied buildings. No need for adhesives also means no need to haul cannisters to the roof, helping to maximize workspace and minimize waste.

“The introduction of self-adhering EPDM is a game changer for contractors by speeding up the installation time and widening the temperature window for installation,” said JM Single Ply Portfolio Manager Matt Sayer. “The factory-applied adhesive makes this a true peel-and-stick solution that eliminates the wait time for adhesive flash off." 

Early contractor feedback included positive reviews on how easily and straight the rolls kick out, and the split-release liner, which peels easily and does not tear or rip during installation, EPDM Product Manager Kevin Roepe said.

With exceptional lay-flat capabilities and UL and FM approval, JM EPDM FIT SA can help contractors extend their roofing season knowing they have the strength and know-how of JM behind them. It also has excellent green strength, adhering strong at installation and staying strong for the life of the roof.

“We are excited to launch EPDM FIT SA, which offers the Johns Manville quality contractors have come to rely on from our 150-plus years of commitment to the industry,” Roepe said.

Systems using EPDM FIT SA are eligible for Peak Advantage® Guarantees of up to 20 years, depending on components.