Traffic rated expansion joint systems create a watertight membrane/nosing system for parking decks and stadiums. Most systems installed for vehicular traffic use a gland expansion joint system that is installed into a preformed concrete notch or block-out incorporating an elastomeric nosing material. Along with this gland type joint, there are many other joints such as compression seals, preformed compressible joint fillers, fire-rated joint assemblies and sublevel waterproofing systems.
At Schnell Contractors, Inc. we offer a full service approach to the installation and repair or replacement of expansion joints in existing concrete construction of buildings, parking structures, and stadiums. We work closely with architects and engineers to assure that the right size joint is specified based upon the design movement calculations. Equally important, the joints are also evaluated based upon their intended use, either to be resistant to vehicular traffic or durable to pedestrian traffic for walkways, plazas and stadiums.
Schnell Contractors, Inc.’s project managers work closely with the project General Contractor or Construction Manager to determine pre-construction installation methods to assure that the concrete joints are properly formed and sized for the specified joint movement.
Combining aesthetics, durability and long term performance is the key to successful installation of interior architectural expansion joints as well as seismic joints.Schnell Contractors, Inc.is a certified installing contractor for several manufacturers of expansion joint systems.These engineered systems include features that are ADA compliant,fire rated,transitional,and capable of heavy load designs thermal, seismic, and wind-sway movement.
Schnell Contractors, Inc. can provide the necessary engineering, estimating, and installation support for a wide variety of architectural joint systems. Such installations include:
- Architectural expansion joints
- Interior floor expansion joints for tile, terrazzo, or carpeted surfaces
- Expanding foam joints with impregnated silicone surface
- ADA compliant grating and cover plates
- Fire rated joint systems
- Seismic joint systems
At Schnell Contractors, Inc. we feel each architectural expansion joint system is unique and requires individual design attention. We can assist the project architect to assure a quality long-lasting installation.
We work closely with industry proven manufacturers that have a Certified Contractor program and a technical support team to assist and engineer complex installations. Support for joint gap settings, temperature adjustment tables, product installation limits, service conditions, and specific expansion joint design are necessary for successful installations.