Category Archives: Technical
Date : July 16th, 2018Posted By : JRE Staff
Rubber versus metal movement joints: Which is better for piping systems

A movement joint or expansion joint is basically an assembly specially designed to hold different sections in a system together, absorb vibration and the temperature-induced contraction or expansion of construction materials, as well as allow movement caused by earthquakes or ground settlement. They are widely used between parts of bridges, buildings, railway tracks, sidewalks, ships, …

Date : June 16th, 2018Posted By : JRE Staff
What Are Expansion Joints and How Are They Useful?

The industrial revolution brought with itself several innovations that changed the world. However, if you look at the bigger picture you will realize that to support the massive projects of the big companies, a lot of smaller but important companies were also set up. These supporting companies focused on creating components that would assist the …

Date : May 23rd, 2018Posted By : JRE Staff
Expansion Joint – The Right Material Is Very Important.

Expansion joints also referred to as movement joints mimic such parts in our bodies as they expand and contract as needed. These movements contribute to a structure’s overall stability. They work in bisecting a structure, like a building, and creating a gap. The gap is then filled to restore the building and to double its …