Wabo®Seismic SafetyFlex (SSF)
Seismic Hinged Expansion Joint Cover Plate System - Flush Installed, Sound-Dampened, and Slip-Resistant for Parking Decks, Car Parks, Stadiums, Floors
Sika Emseal now supports and sells all Wabo® Commercial products.
A seismic hinged expansion joint cover, Wabo®Seismic SafetyFlex (SSF) utilizes an elastomeric molded cover plate system recommended for wider joint openings that are routinely exposed to heavy loading or when design considerations call for the ability to accommodate multi-directional seismic movement. Independent metal plates integral to the rubber cover, allows the system to flex in response to changes in vertical displacement between opposing sides of the expansion joint.
The design of the system reduces potential tripping hazards by providing a smooth flush installed and slip resistant transition over expansion joint openings. Independent metal plates integral to the EPDM rubber cover allows the system to flex in response to changes in vertical displacement between opposing slabs. In addition, the use of metal plates provides load carrying capability across the joint opening and can be used in low-speed vehicular traffic areas. The rubber cover also reduces the sound caused by vehicular traffic as they travel across the expansion joint opening.
SeismicSafetyFlex has a fabric reinforced neoprene sheet as a heavy-duty moisture barrier and when combined with the optional drain tubes can effectively channel water away from the expansion joint location.
The newly enhanced spring loaded self-centering seismic devices allow the slide plate to return to its natural position after a seismic occurrence.
Optional self-levelling Emcrete elastomeric nosing system is used to fill the mounting blockouts to create a level, sound dampened, and strengthened joint edge.
For a secondary watertight system, DSM can be installed below Seismic SafetyFlex – Consult Sika Emseal for available sizes.
Specify Emshield® DFR for the added life safety assurance of built-in UL 2079 fire rating and water infiltration – Consult Sika Emseal for available sizes.