Everlast Waterproofing - Nuclear Moisture Mapping
How does it work?
Using the TROXLER ROOF MOISTURE GAUGE
- Fast neutrons are fired into the roof
- These neutrons collide with the hydrogen atoms and are “thermalized” or slowed down
- The rate of collisions is measured over a pre-set time
- A periodic rate meter counts the collisions
- The higher the count the higher the moisture content in the roof
How do we moisture map a roof?
- First of all the roof is carefully measured and cad drawings are produced.
- The roof area is then divided into a grid and
careful measurements are taken at each grid reference.
- The data is then fed into a computer where our mapping software produces a moisture map.
- We can then overlay the moisture map with a scale cad drawing to precisely pinpoint problem areas.
What are the advantages of Moisture Mapping?
- Non-destructive testing
- Does not effect the roof at all
- Precisely shows problem areas
- Works on multiple roof layers
- Works on inverted build-ups
- Works on green roof finishes
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