•The unloading and handling of products are as important as the installation process itself.
•It is essential that the bundles remain banded at all times prior to installation.
•Where possible, lifting of bundles is to be done at its centre of gravity and never by the banding.
•Lifting of bundles with a crane must be carried out using a spreader bar of suitable length.
•In the event of a forklift being utilised for lifting, ensure the load of the bundle is centred on the forks and that beforehand, the forks are spread to their maximum spacing.
•extra precautions are taken when handling individual sheets so as to avoid damaging the sheet coating or buckling of the sheet.
•Storage of sheets should only be for a short period of time as it is good roofing practice for sheets to arrive at site just-in-time for installation and, whenever possible, under a covered structure.
•The location of the storage area should be accessible and as close as possible to the installation site to minimise handling of the bundles.
•bundles should be stored off the ground, enabling air circulation beneath the bundle and to prevent rising water from seeping into them.
•bundles should be slightly elevated at one end, thereby permitting moisture run-off from the top of the bundle or from between sheets.
•As protection offered by water-resistant paper is not adequate for harsh weather conditions, a waterproof cover should be laid over the bundles, allowing air to circulate under the cover.