Training course introduction
IKO roofing
Bitumen roof
Torching: basic techniques + detailing
IKO Experience Center
d’Herbouvillekaai 80,
2020 Antwerp
Start: 8:30 am
Lunch: will be provided
End: 5 pm
Prior knowledge required?
Basic experience with the use of a burner is recommended.
Theory:
- No separate theoretical introduction provided. The theory will be explained during the practical exercise by the instructor.
Practice
- Instructor demonstrates the installation method with the burner.
- The student then practises the installation with the burner.
At the end of this training course, the student will:
- know the various structural components of the flat roof: vapour barrier, insulation and bituminous roof.
- know how the various layers are combined and are installed with a flame in the various roofing systems.
- gain experience in the finishing of various roof details.
What to bring with you?
- Work clothing – please note: you will be working with flames! Suitable clothing is necessary.
- Steel-capped work shoes
- Gloves
- Foldable metre rule
- Chopping knife
- Stanley knife
- Trowel