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A. Proctor Group’s new Proctor Air® membrane awarded BBA certifi cate
F
ollowing its successful launch in 2024, Proctor Air has now been issued with a BBA certifi cate. Specifi ers, Housebuilders and Roofi ng
Contractors therefore have the all important verifi cation from an independent third-party that the membrane performs as claimed.
As a fourth generation family business with a history of technical innovation and promoting good practice, the A. Proctor Group Ltd advocates working with certifi cation bodies like the British Board of Agrément to bring new product technologies to the market.
Proctor Air fi ts that category, being a roofi ng
membrane designed for the future. It simplifi es pitched roof constructions thanks to being both air permeable and vapour permeable. In addition, its water holdout performance and wind uplift resistance ensure it is able to cope with the more frequent extreme weather driven by climate change. “An Agrément certifi cate assesses a
construction product’s fi tness for purpose,” said Iain Fairnington, technical director at A. Proctor Group . “Having a BBA certifi cate for Proctor Air shows
we have had the product tested and assessed in relation to its intended use.” A. Proctor Group enjoyed a collaborative
relationship with the BBA while getting Proctor Air certifi ed. Monthly meetings with the designated BBA project manager ensured both parties could update each other on progress, and maintain ongoing dialogue with regard to testing schedules and product sample needs. Certifi cation showing that a third-party
has tested and verifi ed the performance of a product gives the construction industry confi dence that a manufacturer’s claims are genuine and accurate. Proctor Air has an Sd value of 0.015 m and
a vapour resistance of 0.075 MNs/g, making it one of the highest performing vapour and air permeable membranes on the market.
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It is an air permeable low resistance (APLR)
underlay, which provides a more uniform fl ow of air through the roof space than normal vents. A unique feature within Proctor Air’s BBA is the inclusion of the use of Proctor Air below PV panels. These would be treated similarly to a tight fi tting outer covering. For more information visit the website.
01250 872 261
proctorgroup.com/products/proctor-air
A. Proctor Group joins the CORC and the Association of Master Roofers
The A. Proctor Group has become a member of both the Confederation of Roofing Contractors (CORC) and the Association of Master Roofers. For nearly 50 years, the Group has provided the construction industry with technically advanced thermal, acoustic and membrane products. A history of technical innovation and promoting good practice has led to close links with industry, allowing the Group to keep pace with the evolving requirements of the construction industry. Being members of the two organisations will further develop those links. As a fourth generation family business, the A. Proctor Group recognises the importance of respecting tradition and preparing for the future, and wants to be involved in educating the next generation of roofing professionals. “Good communication is essential to a healthy and sustainable construction industry,” said Keira Proctor, managing director of the A. Proctor Group. “Joining the CORC and the Association of Master Roofers gives us the opportunity to better understand the requirements of roofing contractors. Accordingly, we can explain the benefits of our existing products, and new solutions we develop in future.”
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