Expansion Joints

Expansion joint failure is one of the principal causes of bridge substructure

expansion joints

and superstructure damage. Their failure cost hundreds of times more than their value by forcing expensive pier and abutment concrete repairs and deck repairs as they fail.

Freyssinet offers a diverse range of mechanical bridge expansion joints that are suited to handle movements from 30 to 1000 mm regardless of the type of bridge deck, installation or operating conditions.

Freyssinet joints are designed to withstand the highest levels of traffic loads in circulation today and exposure to pollution, oil and road deicing salts. Their extreme durability and easy replacement makes them the most cost-effective choice in the long run.

The current family of Freyssinet’s expansion joints have been in use for more than 30 years and have the following to offer:

  • Excellent traffic control
  • Long life
  • Low noise
  • High corrosion resistance
  • Zero horizontal reaction
  • Protection of surface under joints
  • Good resistance to heavy duty & frequent traffic loads
  • Adaptability to all surface structure types
  • Easy installation
  • Low servicing & maintenance
  • And above easy and quick replacement (without damaging the existing structure)

All joints come with optional accessories to ensure water-tightness and effectiveness over footpath, such as pavement joints, end section upstands and drain.

References:

  • Ernest Lyon Bridge replacement - Martin County, FL
  • Nile Channel & Channel 5 - FL
  • Y Project - San Antonio, TX
  • Palm City - FL
  • South Canadian River - OK
  • Long Key & 7 mile Island - Key West, FL
  • Shady grove bridge - Rockville, MD
  • Go to the Projects section to review the full references list.