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    This document summarizes different types of expansion joints for bridges, including single seal and multi-seal expansion joints. Single seal expansion joints use EPDM or neoprene rubber seals and are designed to accommodate movements perpendicular and parallel to the joint. Multi-seal expansion joints include the GAM type, which uses support beams on sliding bearings, and elastomeric springs, and the Honel type, which uses a mechanical linkage system. The company, Honel Structural Products, designs and tests expansion joints that can accommodate large movements for bridges in South Africa and abroad.

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    This document summarizes different types of expansion joints for bridges, including single seal and multi-seal expansion joints. Single seal expansion joints use EPDM or neoprene rubber seals and are designed to accommodate movements perpendicular and parallel to the joint. Multi-seal expansion joints include the GAM type, which uses support beams on sliding bearings, and elastomeric springs, and the Honel type, which uses a mechanical linkage system. The company, Honel Structural Products, designs and tests expansion joints that can accommodate large movements for bridges in South Africa and abroad.

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    This document summarizes different types of expansion joints for bridges, including single seal and multi-seal expansion joints. Single seal expansion joints use EPDM or neoprene rubber seals and are designed to accommodate movements perpendicular and parallel to the joint. Multi-seal expansion joints include the GAM type, which uses support beams on sliding bearings, and elastomeric springs, and the Honel type, which uses a mechanical linkage system. The company, Honel Structural Products, designs and tests expansion joints that can accommodate large movements for bridges in South Africa and abroad.

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    Honel Expansion Joints

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    This document summarizes different types of expansion joints for bridges, including single seal and multi-seal expansion joints. Single seal expansion joints use EPDM or neoprene rubber seals and are designed to accommodate movements perpendicular and parallel to the joint. Multi-seal expansion joints include the GAM type, which uses support beams on sliding bearings, and elastomeric springs, and the Honel type, which uses a mechanical linkage system. The company, Honel Structural Products, designs and tests expansion joints that can accommodate large movements for bridges in South Africa and abroad.

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    SINGLE

    &
    MULT-ELEMENT

    Expansion
    Joints
    Approach Ramp to the Tsing Ma bridge in Hong Kong – The largest combined road and rail bridge
    in the world – showing a GBM 195 Expansion Joint

    SINGLE SEAL EXPANSION JOINTS:


    Honel single seal expansion joints are suitable for concrete, steel, and composite bridges. They
    are designed to accommodate movements both perpendicular and parallel to the centre-line of the
    joint.

    The joint profiles are normally designed to follow the contour of the structure, i.e. slopes, kerbs,
    etc. Honel will be pleased to advise on specific details.

    Materials used in the manufacture of single seal expansion joints:

    Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EPDM or Neoprene Rubber


    Edge profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steel to BS 4360 Grade 43A or equivalent
    Anchors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mild steel
    Construction:
    The edge profiles incorporate a proven seal retention detail, with studs or anchor loops welded at
    intervals to suit structural requirements.

    The standard seals are capable of a movement capacity of 80mm (the only exception being the S-
    Series joint with a movement capacity of 35mm). Alternative seals catering for larger movement
    capacities are available for use where larger maximum gaps are permitted. The relevant national
    code should be consulted regarding maximum allowable gaps.

    Corrosion Protection:
    All exposed steel surfaces are hot – dip galvanised to BS5493 : 1977 and SABS 763 to 140
    microns nominal thickness.

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    S-Series Type:
    This sealing system has been developed to overcome the various limitations experienced with
    compression seals fitted to concrete nosings.

    The sealing element does not rely on adhesion to maintain its position, but utilises the well proven
    mechanical bulb locking system.

    It can accommodate any angle of skew, and longitudinal movement of up to 35mm.

    The principle of the patented system is that the sealing element, claw and anchorage are below
    the direct impact zone and the joint is not subject to impact forces and is not required to transmit
    forces to the structure.

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    MULTI SEAL EXPANSION JOINTS:
    GAM Type:
    Each intermediate beam is rigidly connected to a support beam positioned at of 1600 mm along
    the length of the joint.

    The support beams are mounted on sliding bearings in housings at each side of the joint. Stability
    is assured by preloaded elastomeric bearings positioned immediately above the sliding bearings
    supports, applying a downward force on the support beams.

    Equalisation of the seal movement and absorption of breaking and traction forces is effected by
    elastomeric springs between edge profiles and support beams and between the support beams
    themselves.

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    Honel Type:
    This type of multi seal expansion joint is also manufactured. It is similar to the GAM range of joints
    with the exception of the mechanical linkage system connecting the edge and support beams
    together. This system is employed for the equalisation of the seal movement and absorption of
    braking and traction forces.

    Design Capabilities:
    Honel has always been in the forefront of technological advancement in the design and
    manufacture of structural bearings and expansion joints.

    We have a staff of specialists trained to evaluate customers requirements and to prepare designs
    for our product range utilising sophisticated computer software which can accurately predict
    operating conditions in the field.

    Our theoretical approach is backed up by extensive testing of new and existing designs, many of
    which are tailored to suit the arduous operating conditions encountered both in South Africa and
    abroad.
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    Komatie River Bridge showing the GAM400 (5 seal) Expansion joints

    Honel Structural Products (Pty) Ltd.


    Physical Address:
    Unit 16, 8 Reed Place
    Maxmead
    Pinetown

    Postal Address:
    18 Padfield Road
    Pinetown
    3610

    Phone: +27 31 700 113 55


    Fax: +27 31 700 113 56
    Cell: +27 83 630 21 26
    E-mail: [email protected]

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