Case Study: First Solar Substructure and
Superstructure Works
Project
First Solar Substructure and Superstructure Works
Client
First Solar (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
Year
2008
Location
Kulim, Perak, Malaysia
Task
Fosroc Malaysia was required to propose and supply a solution to prevent passage
of water vapour though the structure’s ground slab and a resin flooring system
that would meet the ‘Good Manufacturing Practice’ (GMP) standards
Constructive Solution
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Fosroc Malaysia worked with a local architect and the turnkey contractor M/s M +
W Zander Germany to specify and subsequently apply a bonded vapour
barrier system (area 170,000m²) beneath the ground floor slab
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This solution consisted of;
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A layer of Fosroc Proofex
Geomembrane (0.3mm high density PVC sheet)
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2.0mm thick Fosroc Proofex
SM (spray applied, fast cure elastic membrane)
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And lastly, protected and bonded with a layer of Fosroc Scrim 2220
(125gm/m² geotextile)
Value to Client
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A functional floor that meets the GMP standards (required for products manufactured
for export market)
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A floor that is clean, eliminates bacteria growth, is easy to maintain, chemical
resistant and has an aesthetically pleasing overall appearance
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