Green roof details
In order to facilitate your work and ensure your needs are met, whatever the type of building you are working on, our technical experts have developed about 30 details on SOPRANATURE systems and products.
SOPRANATURE®
Reliable and Renowned Systems
SOPRANATURE vegetated systems offer a wide variety of social, economic and environmental benefits to building owners and communities. In addition to replacing mineral surfaces with permeable and living surfaces within the properties, they compensate for the loss of ecosystem services caused by urban development.
GREEN ROOFS: A BENEFICIAL CHOICE FOR ALL
BENEFITS FOR COMMUNITIES
- Mitigating the effects of urban heat islands
- Increasing urban biodiversity
- Supporting local food sourcing
- Supporting education and culture
- Preventing certain public health risks
- Reducing air pollution
- Improving stormwater management
- Mitigating noise pollution
BENEFITS FOR THE OWNER
- Improving the thermal efficiency of the building
- Optimizing the use of available space
- Improving the aesthetics of the building
- Increasing the attraction capacity
- Reinforcing the sustainable development process
- Promoting the well-being of the occupants
- Extending the life of the roof membrane
- Strengthening social solidarity
Furthermore, did you know that a vegetated roof can contribute to obtaining credits for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) and WELL certifications, according to the terms and conditions of the various programs and categories involved?
TOOLS WITHIN YOUR GRASP
To help you make an informed decision regarding green roofing system and thus find the best option for your needs, please read the material that our experts have written specifically for the SOPRANATURE line.
Brochure
Whether modular or built on site, SOPRANATURE systems offer great flexibility in green roof design that is tailored to your needs. The various systems shown in our SOPRANATURE brochure have been designed to meet the normative requirements and environmental challenges of the Canadian climate.
Maintenance Guide
Each green roof is unique and requires special care to ensure the long-term performance of the system. Maintenance managers must have specific skills and experience in landscaping management.
SOPRANATURE FEATURED PRODUCTS
Growing media
SOPRAFLOR AU
SOPRAFLOR X
SOPRAFLOR I
SOPRAFLOR P
Filtration and retention mat
SOPRAFILTRE
SOPRARETENTIO MAT 8
Drainage
SOPRADRAIN ECO-5
SOPRADRAIN ECO-VENT
Root barrier
SOPRABARRIER 20
SOPRABARRIER 30
Other SOPRANATURE products
Modular tray
Sedum mat
Paver pedestals
OWNERS OF LARGE-SCALE BUILDINGS HAVE CHOSEN SOPRANATURE
A COMPREHENSIVE WARRANTY
Unique on the market, the Mammouth SOPRANATURE Warranty provides peace of mind to building owners who invest in a vegetated roof system.
This warranty is available for roofs that are covered by SOPREMA’s Mammouth Platinum Warranty. The Mammouth Platinum Warranty covers the materials and labour of the waterproofing assembly, while the Mammouth SOPRANATURE Warranty covers the replacement of the SOPRANATURE vegetated system components provided by SOPREMA.
Under this warranty, if corrective action is required due to water infiltration covered by the Mammouth Platinum Warranty, SOPREMA will provide the owner with the materials and labour to remove and reinstall the SOPRANATURE vegetated system.
SOPREMA: A TRUSTED PARTNER
Three stories above asphalt roads and traffic, the MEC employees walk out onto a beautiful rooftop patio and are surrounded by a natural green garden. They can then take a refreshing break away from the busy store environment. Our green roofs are like a private park; the staff can even choose fruits or vegetables to plant! Many don’t realize that a green roof also reduces the contribution of heat built-up by the sea of roofs of the city, and this terrace is simply watered using collected rainwater.
The green roofs of the Pierre-Lassonde Building are where art and nature meet. Seen from above, they give the impression that the building grew naturally between the city and the park. Few people know that the 90,000 plants growing on these roofs reflect the curves of the surrounding terrain and change colours with the seasons, just like the flora of the Battlefields Park. From the Contemporary Art Room on the second floor, visitors can enjoy a sweeping view of the green roof and the garden; on the third floor, they can even extend their visit by enjoying the outdoor terrace. Come, unwind and contemplate our green roofs; it’s a natural way to recharge your batteries.
The Port of Montréal’s Grand Quay, designed in collaboration with Provencher Roy Architectes, is now able to accommodate a growing number of cruise ships. Montrealers, cruise passengers and tourists can now enjoy contemporary infrastructure and public spaces that reflect this iconic location. The landscaping project highlights the richness of the industrial heritage through connections with existing structures. The green roof allows flexibility of use and puts forward the principles of ecological planning, while offering a unique viewpoint over the river, the islands and the city.
CURIOUS TO KNOW HOW IT IS DONE?
Watch this fascinating time-lapse video showing our SOPRANATURE green roof system being fitted by certified installers. You will be captivated all the way through the process!
THE SOPREMA EXPERIENCE
Century-Old Expertise
For more than 100 years, SOPREMA has put its expertise and its sense of innovation at the service of builders. Every year, thousands of construction professionals from across Canada and around the world choose SOPREMA for its complete product offering, its concern for quality, and above all, its convivial service.
IN TUNE WITH THE MARKET
Constantly listening to construction industry professionals, SOPREMA is recognized as a pioneer for its new product design initiatives that fulfill the needs of its clients and ease their workload.
KNOWLEDGE
In 1995, SOPREMA launched its new SOPRANATURE roofing system, which transforms roofs of all kinds into green spaces while maintaining their waterproofing features.
INNOVATION
Innovation at SOPREMA also involves active participation in the development of new industry standards, collaboration on numerous research projects affiliated with universities, and major contributions to the sharing of knowledge to improve the construction industry.
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