CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III
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CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III is manufactured to expand according to the ASTM D1752 Type III specification and is manufactured from the bark of the cork oak tree and granulated to be compressed into blocks then cut into sizes to suit your requirements on site.
CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III, being a natural based product has the ability to withstand a variety of environmental and climatic conditions. As concrete expands and contracts during daily climate and temperature changes, CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III automatically adapts to the conditions and prevents your concrete from bursting or cracking.
In addition, CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III has excellent anti-microbial properties, which means that they do not promote the growth of bacteria, fungi, or mold.
In summary, CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III are versatile and can be used in a wide range of construction projects where there is a need for flexible and reliable joint filler.
Areas of Application
CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III can be used in a wide range of construction projects where there is a need for expansion joints or construction joints. Here are some common areas of application for cork fillerboards:
- Roads and bridges: Cork fillerboards are used in the construction of highways, bridges, and other transportation infrastructure to create expansion joints that allow for movement and prevent cracking and damage.
- Airports and ports: Cork fillerboards are used in the construction of runways, taxiways, and other airport infrastructure to create joints that can withstand heavy loads and frequent traffic.
- Industrial buildings: Cork fillerboards are used in the construction of industrial buildings such as factories, warehouses, and distribution centers to create joints that can withstand the movement of heavy machinery and equipment.
- Commercial buildings: Cork fillerboards can be used in the construction of commercial buildings such as shopping malls, hospitals, and schools to create expansion joints that can accommodate the movement of people and equipment.
- Residential buildings: Cork fillerboards can be used in the construction of residential buildings such as apartments and houses to create expansion joints that can accommodate the movement of the building due to changes in temperature and humidity.
- Wet Areas and water treatment plants: CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III is highly resistant to moisture and is not affected by water or chemicals commonly used in these environments. Water treatment plants are highly corrosive environments where various chemicals, including acids and alkalis, are used to treat water. Being highly resistant to these chemicals they will not break down or degrade over time, making them an ideal choice for use in water treatment plants.
Note : The product’s design and performance, its intended use, installation and final confirmation and approval for use, must be provided by the project’s Design Engineer and Project Manager.
Physical Properties
Note: – The above physical properties are from Certificate of Analysis dated 27/04/2018. Material properties can vary between batches of ± 10%.
Typical Installations
CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III is supplied to site packaged and ready for use and is simply glued to the existing concrete and the concrete poured against it, a Tear Off Cap can be then removed for any sealant required over the joint.
Typical Applications
Technical Information
WEAR AND TEAR – CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III is a semi ridged material manufactured to withstand high traffic movements but still flexible to be able to flex as required in the joint.
NO SYNTHETIC CAPPING/JOINT SEALANT – CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III does not require any sealant to prevent the ingress of foreign materials as it will expand to seal the joint when installed in accordance with the ASTM D1752 Type III specification. If specified by the Design Engineer, a Tear Off Cap can be supplied which is being removed after the concrete pour is complete as this can vary in depth as required.
WATERING – As a natural product, CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III needs to be watered so as to activate the expansion process and achieve a joint seal and so the filament tape must be removed, taking away any concrete slurry exposing the cork and then watering it on a regular basis in accordance with the ASTM D1752 specification.
THICKNESS – CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III is available in standard thicknesses of 10, 12, 15, 20 and 25mm and custom thicknesses are also available upon request.
TESTING AND COMPLIENCE
CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III is put through many rigorous tests. It is:
– Boiled in hydrochloric acid for 1 hour
– Boiled in water for 1 hour
– Compressed to 50% at a load of 50psi to 1500psi and then recovers to 90% after 10 minutes.
– It then has to meet a density of 354kg / m³
Note : Complies with American Society of Testing of Materials (ASTM 1752-D545 Type III)
PERFORMANCE
– CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III has the ability to expand up to 25% of its original size
– CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III expands in boiling water in excess of 170% of its original volume
– It does not extrude from the joint
– It is water resistant and chemically inert
– Resists fungus and vermin
– Maintenance-free with a long life
STORAGE
CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III should be stored in a dry place and left in its packaging until you want to use it. We package CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III to your immediate requirements so it can be carried directly to the site. If you have any left over, it should be sealed again and stored in a dry place for further use.
Written Specification
Where shown in the Brochure drawings, the expansion joint fillerboard shall be CORKJOINT® Self Expanding Cork Fillerboard Complying too ASTM D1752 Type III manufactured to ASTM D1752 Type III from high grade granulated cork and resin binders, with a minimum density of 250-370kg/m³ and have the ability to expand up to 25%. The application / installation of the product must be in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Health and Safety Information
In confined spaces or in still air conditions, the use of a ventilation fan or suitable respirator should be used, and the advice and approval of the Site Safety Supervisor is essential. For further information or advice on health and safety precautions, safe handling, storage and correct disposal of products, please refer to the most recent product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which is available upon request.
Disclaimer
The information and the recommendations relating to the application and end use of this product are given in good faith and are based on the information provided by the manufacturer of the product and/or the Company’s current knowledge and experience in connection with the product when properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions and no liability of final function at the job site is assumed. In practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are such that no warranty in respect of merchantability of, or fitness for, particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either from this information, or from any written and/or oral recommendations, or from any other advice offered by the Company. The Company also has no express or implied knowledge of any particular purpose for which the product is required and any such information given will not be taken into account in the supply of this product. No responsibility or liability by the Company will be accepted for misuse, misreading or derivation from recommended guidelines in respect of this product and the user shall determine the suitability of the product for his intended use and assume all risks and liability in connection therewith. The information contained in our brochure may change at any time without notice. Any use of this product, CORKJOINT® S.E.C Self Expanding (Type III) Cork Fillerboard, in any application should be approved as suitable for use/application by the Design Engineer and Project Manager.