Bridge Expansion Joint
Movement is a characteristic found in all bridges. It is handled many
different ways through various types of systems.
The key to handling this movement is maintaining the integrity of the
bearing surfaces. The easiest way to maintain this integrity is to
keep the surfaces free of
moisture
and debris through the use of a watertight bridge joint system.
The
best choice for joints with movements of up to 2” is Fibrejoint, an asphaltic plug type joint, composed of aggregate combined with an
elastomer modified bitumous binder, Binders provide the flexibility necessary to accommodate the
longitudinal, transversal, and vibration movements experienced by most
joints.
The
aggregate, single sized stones which are double washed and heat dried to
ensure they are clean and completely dust free, provides the strength
and stability to withstand the action of traffic without cracking,
deformation, or disintegration.
Why Should You Use Fibrejoint?
- Each joint is
inspected before quotation to ensure accurate pricing.
- We use only top
quality materials. Even our granite aggregate is rigorously tested to
ensure it is capable of handling the stresses present in even the most
demanding applications.
Advantages of Asphaltic Plug Joints:
- Safe - No exposed
metal to come loose and impede traffic or endanger driver safety.
- Watertight - does
not allow any moisture or debris to penetrate the joint and reach the
bearing surfaces.
- Smooth Ride -
provides for a quiet and smooth ride when crossed.
- Does not produce
the noise and jarring impact associated with other systems.
- Little or no
maintenance -no crevices to clean or rubber seals to replace.
- Repairs can be
made quickly, reducing traffic tie ups.
- Compatible with
both asphalt and concrete road surfaces.
- Can be used as
both a bridge expansion joint and as a pavement relief joint.
