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RTS Helipad System

Heavy-duty PMMA/PUMA system for rooftop and ground-level helipads

RTS Helipad System is a rapid-curing, traffic-bearing waterproofing system which offers the utmost in durability to withstand impacts and traffic from helicopters and urban air mobility vehicles.

System Overview

The Neogard RTS Helipad System uses PMMA/PUMA technology to provide a system which can handle the toughest environments, can return to service as soon as one hour after installation, and can be installed in temperatures down to 20°F/-7°C. The high elongation properties of the PMMA/PUMA materials do not require reinforcement typical of other similar systems.

Our RTS Helipad System is specially designed to handle the impact and stresses caused by helicopter and urban air mobility vehicles, providing the protection your aviation facility needs. The 400 RTS Topcoat can be pigmented, providing durable and colorful markings. And, it uses #16 aluminum oxide aggregate for an aggressive non-skid surface profile.

Use Area:

Helipads

Type:

PMMA/PUMA

Features:

  • Excellent adhesion
  • Aluminum oxide aggregate
  • Rapid cure
  • Excellent elongation

Benefits:

  • Provides tenacious adhesion under adverse conditions
  • Protection against impact
  • Can be opened to service one hour after installation
  • Provides crack bridging/waterproofing

Selected Physical Properties

Product Description Test Method Results
200 RTS Membrane Elongation ASTM D638 282%
200 RTS Membrane Low-Temperature Crack Bridging ASTM C1305 Pass at 40/60/80 mils
300 RTS Flexible Body Coat Elongation ASTM D638 204%
300 RTS Flexible Body Coat Low-Temperature Crack Bridging ASTM C1305 Pass at 40/60/80 mils
400 RTS Topcoat Shore A/D ASTM D2240 95/60
400 RTS Topcoat Taber Abrasion ASTM D4060 33 mg/1,000 CS-17

RTS Helipad System Build

Coat Product Coverage Rate Mils DFT
5 - Markings 400 RTS 64 sf/gal 25
4 - Topcoat 400 RTS 64 sf/gal 25
3 - Flexible Body 300 RTS +
900 RTS +
#16 aluminum oxide
25 sf/gal
10 lbs/gal of 300 RTS
To refusal
65
2 - Membrane 200 RTS 26 sf/gal 60
1 - Primer 100 RTS 90 sf/gal 17

Technical Documents

How long do RTS systems need to cure before opening to traffic?

The system can be opened to traffic one hour after top coat has been applied, even in cold temperatures.

What type concrete curing compounds can be used with RTS systems?

Water cure concrete or use a sodium silicate curing compound. Acrylic or other film forming compounds will create issues with bonding and must be removed.

What is the minimum temperature at which RTS systems can be applied?

RTS materials can be applied in temperatures as low as 20°F/-7°C. With special instructions it can be applied in colder temperatures.

Can RTS systems be applied during hot temperatures?

RTS materials can be applied hot weather; however, avoid applying in direct sunlight.

You can trust RTS Helipad System in your next project

High-performance protection tested under the harshest environments. RTS Helipad System is a rapid-curing PMMA/PUMA based system that provides waterproofing protection and the utmost in durability to withstand the harshest service.

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