because the insulative layer is hydropho-
bic, shedding water and preventing mold,
mildew and rotting. In addition, the Ded-
mon Center’s new roof provides the facility
with enhanced acoustic performance by
trapping noise to create an effective sound
dampener through the use of an interior
acoustic liner.
Operational
Advantages //Functionally,
the roof system will contribute to overall
cost savings in mechanical systems and
long-term operational cost reductions
because of increased effi ciency. The mate-
rial has additionally allowed the Dedmon
Center to incorporate air-conditioning,
which had not been possible in the past.
“The new roof has many operational
advantages,” Saville explains. “Our objec-
tive was to be able to air condition the
Dedmon Center. The use of insulated fabric
membrane allowed us to meet that goal.
Students, faculty, coaches and fans have all
been very impressed.”
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