Effect of joint movement on seals and sealed joints

Title: Effect of joint movement on seals and sealed joints
Author(s): T.G.B. Jones, M.A. Lacasse
Paper category : book
Book title: Durability of Building Sealants - State-of-the-Art Report of RILEM TC 139-DBS
Editor(s): A. T. Wolf
Print-ISBN: 2-912143-12-8
e-ISBN: 2351580419
Publisher: RILEM Publications SARL
Publication year: 1999
Pages: 73 - 105
Total Pages: 33
Nb references: 51
Language: English

Abstract: 
Cyclic joint movement is considered to be one of the primary factors leading to premature sealed joint failure. Several investigations have identified the causes and nature of cyclic joint movements in typical cladding panel applications, and the amount and frequency of the measured movements were greater than previously anticipated. This chapter reviews studies and experimental techniques that have been used to ascertain the effect of movement on sealed joint performance. The chapter is divided into two sections; the first section reviews the effect of movement on joints following sealant cure. The chapter concludes with a brief overview giving trends and recommendations for future research.

Online publication: 2009-12-07
Publication type : full_text
Public price (Euros): 0.00