Sika® FloorJoint S

• Reaction to fire classification DIN EN 13501-1, Sika® FloorJoint, Hoch, No. KB-Hoch-140803-5

Carbon fibre-reinforced polymer

3 years from date of production

The Product must be stored in original unopened and undamaged sealed packaging in dry conditions and temperatures between +5 °C and +35 °C. Store in a horizontal position. Do not stack pallets on top of each other.

Resistant to many chemicals. Contact Sika Technical Services for specific information.

IMPORTANT

Damage due to exceeded positive joint movement capacity

Exceeding the maximum positive joint movement capacity can result in the teeth of the Sika® FloorJoint panel becoming unsupported, increasing the risk of damage.

1. Do not exceed the maximum positive joint movement capacity.

¹ The width of the gap in the concrete under the Sika® FloorJoint panel during installation

² Indicates by how much the joint can expand compared to its original width during the installation of the Sika® FloorJoint panel

³ Indicates by how much the joint can contract compared to its original width during the installation of the Sika® FloorJoint panel

1 piece per 1.195 linear metres of joint

IMPORTANT

Observe conditions for exterior use

The Product may be used for exterior applications only if the following conditions are met.

1. Traffic speed must be limited to < 30 km/h (< 19 mph).
2. Protect the Sika® FloorJoint panel with a UV-resistant coating.

IMPORTANT

Do not remove the masking tape

The masking tape is necessary to separate the two composite parts of the panel separate, enabling joint movement after installation.

1. Never remove the masking tape attached to the underside of the Sika® FloorJoint panel.

IMPORTANT

Risk of relative vertical displacement along the sides of the joint

Vertical displacement of the concrete slabs along the length of either side of the joint can result in damage or performance variations of the Sika® FloorJoint panel.

1. Take appropriate measures such as anchoring, bolting, or ground consolidation by injection prior to installing the Sika® FloorJoint panel.

IMPORTANT

Reduced mechanical resistance due to excessive grinding depth

If you can no longer see the letters on the top surface of the Sika® FloorJoint panel after grinding, the maximum grinding depth of 2 mm has been exceeded, resulting in a reduction of the profile's mechanical resistance.

1. Do not exceed the maximum grinding depth of 2 mm.
2. Replace the panel if the maximum grinding depth has been exceeded.

IMPORTANT

Be careful when placing or adjusting the panel

1. Do not use a hammer to place or adjust the Sika® FloorJoint panel during installation.

Surface cracking caused by settlement

Note: Settlement of the substrate or of the adhesive can result in surface cracks in Sika® FloorJoint panel. These cracks do not constitute a defect, since they do not affect the viability and suitability for use.

Preparing the cut-out

1. Continuously monitor the abrasion of the diamond cutting disc used for preparing the cut-out.
2. Regularly readjust the disc to ensure consistent preparation of cuts at a depth of 25 mm.

Making the joint waterproof and maintaining the joint sealing material

Note: The sealant may break during positive joint movement of ~10–15 mm, however this does not affect the technical performance of the Product. The purpose of the joint sealant is the reduction of dirt pick-up in the joint, not to provide water tightness.

1. Install Sikadur-Combiflex® SG System to the base of the joint before installing the Product if a waterproof joint design is required.
2. After installation, inspect the joint sealing material as part of the maintenance procedure.
3. Renew the joint sealing material if required.

Reference must be made to further documentation where applicable, such as relevant method statements, application manuals and installation or working instructions. Refer to the Sika Method Statement Sika Method Statement — Sika® FloorJoint S & Sika® FloorJoint XS.