SPS / SPB – Single-Ply Membrane Expansion Joint System The SPS-Series System is an expansion joint product designed for parking garage structures. The SPS-Series model is best suited for installation on intermediate slabs of multi-level garages, as well as buried joint applications on garage roof slabs. The design features an extruded preformed elastomeric membrane, which is fusion-bonded to the concrete slab deck with elastomeric concrete. The installed system provides a watertight seal while flexing in response to movement in the expansion joint width, as the structure is subjected to seasonal temperature changes.
The SPS-Series incorporates a single-ply center section with forming ears, and integral edge flaps with factory punched holes. Through these holes the mixture penetrates and secures the Santoprene® seal to the base of the concrete blockout or recess.
* Also available in Floor to Wall Applications – Model SPSL
There are two distinct sizes in the SPS-Series group: namely, the SPS-175 and SPS-225. Each is designed for a different joint opening and movement capability. The SPS-Series shapes are an appropriate selection for use where thin topping slabs require a likewise proportionately shallow expansion joint profile. The single-ply membrane part installs more easily than other multi-celled shapes that must be compressed and forced down into the joint opening. The SPS-Series shapes are placed on top of the joint opening and do not need a specific opening width, so long as the maximum width for installation is maintained.
A further use for the product is for buried applications where it is extremely important to specify and install a watertight system.
Uses and Features
IDEAL FOR RESTORATION WORK
- Used to replace various existing systems; including urethane caulked joints, ure-thane T-joint systems, compression seals
- Used where joints opening is irregular, since the seal is placed on top of the concrete and the shape does not have to be compressed down into the joint opening
USED FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION
- Blockouts or recesses can be formed into the concrete at the joint opening during construction
HEAT-FUSED TRANSITIONS
- Santoprene® membrane shapes are heat-spliced in the field to ensure watertight directional changes
- Positive heat-fusing of the SPS-shape at corners is an advantage over the present day, problematic sealing of other products
PERMANENT HEADER SYSTEM
- Provides durability under vehicular loadings
- The elastomeric properties of the material resist cracking, particularly in colder temperatures
VARIOUS WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS
- Creates a water tight condition, isolating the expansion joint from the rest of the waterproofing
USED FOR BURIED JOINTS
- The SPB seal configuration used with concrete works well with various waterproofing membrane schemes for buried joints
- Used where expansion joints are located under tennis courts, concrete pads, sidewalks, garden roofs, 'green' areas and parking lots
- Also available in Floor to Wall Applications — Model SPBL
Balco, Inc.
2626 S. Sheridan
Wichita, KS 67217
Toll Free: (800) 767-0082
Fax: (316) 945-0789
E-mail: info@balcousa.com
Web site: http://www.balcousa.com
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