When roofers repair or replace a roof, using SmartSeam, a temporary ceiling with a “smart seam” is crucial for protection against dust and debris.
SmartSeam® Suspended Cover provides an innovative “smart seam” that captures dust and debris during construction. It includes a heat-reactive thread, allowing the ceiling panels to detach in the event of a fire. The opening ensures that fire sprinklers can function effectively.
The TuffWrap SmartSeam® Suspended Cover and Proprietary Installation System serves as the ultimate shield against dust and debris. The temporary ceiling barrier is constructed from five-foot by six-foot panels of four-ply material, six-mil thick polyethylene, stitched with heat-sensitive thread that allows the ceiling panels to detach in the event of a fire. “SmartSeam” opens like trap doors during a fire, allowing fire sprinklers to activate.
A proprietary dust cap covers the seams, adding an extra layer of protection above the heat-sensitive seam of the stitched panels to prevent contamination and fine dust particles from passing through. No other company offers this additional protection.
Safety During Construction
Safety is a concern for roofers. Dust in the workplace can be a fire hazard, or even cause explosions in some cases. Certain types of dust—like paint particles, iron, and epoxy—are considered combustible dust. Traditional temporary ceilings are a continuous sheet of plastic installed over fire sprinklers and other critical components such as trusses, conduits, and pipes. However, this method often compromises the ceiling’s ability to seal properly, risking contamination and compromising safety.
SmartSeam complies with the International Building Code (IBC) and FM Approvals, allowing installation for up to six months. It maintains a continuous installation of film that captures debris while allowing the panels to open during a fire. Moreover, SmartSeam is placed beneath sprinklers, lights, and other elements located beneath the roof deck.
Installation can be completed in just a few days during off-hours, providing roofers the flexibility to work efficiently. SmartSeam reduces project timelines, enabling safer operations without restricting hours.
TUFFWRAP…YOUR ALLIES IN TEMPORARY CONTAINMENT. TuffWrap® Installations is the North American leader in innovative temporary dust, debris, and construction containment solutions, keeping facilities operational, providing protection, and helping mitigate your liability exposure. CELEBRATING 25+ YEARS OF TEMPORARY BARRIER PROTECTION ON THE JOB SITE!