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Joint Sealing

What is Joint Sealing?

Joint sealing is the process of applying durable sealing materials to construction and expansion joints in concrete and masonry structures. By preventing water infiltration and soil migration, this process protects infrastructure from erosion, deterioration, and long-term structural damage.

Problems It Solves

  • Water infiltration through unsealed or deteriorated joints
  • Soil erosion and void formation around structural elements
  • Cracking and displacement caused by uncontrolled joint movement
  • Freeze-thaw damage and environmental degradation
  • Reduced lifespan of pavements, walls, and buried structures

Types of Polymers Used

High-Density Polyurethane Foams

  • Expands to fill and seal leaking joints
  • Provides flexible bonding in wet or dry conditions
  • Protects against long-term erosion and infiltration

Structural Polyurethane Resins

  • Creates rigid, load-bearing seals for structural joints
  • Prevents further displacement in pavements and slabs
  • Extends durability of critical infrastructure connections

Hydro-Insensitive Polymers

  • Effective for joints exposed to active water infiltration
  • Expands and cures under saturated or flowing conditions
  • Provides lasting watertight seals in harsh environments
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Benefits of Joint Sealing

Joint sealing provides an effective barrier against water and soil intrusion. By maintaining watertight joints, this process reduces erosion, prevents structural movement, and extends the performance of concrete and masonry systems.

Protect Joints and Extend Structural Life

  • Prevents infiltration and soil loss through joints
  • Maintains joint flexibility and structural alignment
  • Compatible with multiple concrete and masonry structures
  • Extends service life with long-lasting sealing performance

Key Applications

Roadways & Pavements

Seals expansion joints to prevent infiltration and surface deterioration

Bridge Decks & Approach Slabs

Maintains watertight expansion joints to protect structural elements

Tunnels & Underground Structures

Stops groundwater infiltration through liner and segment joints

Manholes & Vaults

Seals joints to prevent infiltration and extend service life

Industrial & Warehouse Floors

Protects slab joints in high-traffic environments

Water & Wastewater Structures

Provides watertight joints in treatment plants, tanks, and pipelines

Industries & Applications

Joint sealing is widely used across industries to maintain watertight connections and protect infrastructure from erosion and deterioration. From transportation systems to municipal utilities, this process ensures durability and reliability in critical assets.

Transportation Infrastructure

Transportation Infrastructure

Roads, bridges, tunnels

Municipal Systems

Municipal Systems

Utilities, stormwater systems, public works

Industrial Facilities

Industrial Facilities

Facilities, warehouses, vaults

Commercial

Commercial

Parking decks, office complexes, multi-residential properties

Marine & Coastal

Marine & Coastal

Bulkheads, seawalls, retaining walls

Water & Wastewater

Water & Wastewater

Treatment plants, tanks, pipelines

How Our Process Works

1

Investigation

Joints are inspected to determine infiltration or damage

2

Planning

Sealing materials and methods selected based on joint type and exposure

3

Access

Ports or surface entry points prepared for injection or sealant application

4

Injection

Polymers placed at controlled pressures to ensure complete sealing

5

Monitoring

Sealant performance observed during and after placement

6

Validation

Final inspection confirms watertight integrity and long-term performance

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